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Information to patients with malignant melanoma: a randomized group study
Y Brandberg1, M Bergenmar, C Bolund
1Department of Oncology, Karolinska Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.
Patient Education and Counseling
|January 7, 2011
Summary
A patient information program for Stage 1 cutaneous malignant melanoma improved satisfaction and knowledge. The program, including a group meeting and brochure, did not impact psychological or psychosomatic variables.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Patient Education
Background:
- Cutaneous malignant melanoma (CMM) is a significant public health concern.
- Effective patient information is crucial for managing CMM and improving patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of an information program on patient satisfaction and knowledge for Stage 1 CMM.
- To assess the program's effect on psychological and psychosomatic variables.
Main Methods:
- A randomized controlled trial involving 231 Stage 1 CMM patients.
- Intervention group received a brochure and group meeting; control group received standard care.
- Questionnaires assessed satisfaction, knowledge, and psychological/psychosomatic factors pre- and post-intervention.
Main Results:
- The information group reported significantly higher satisfaction with information compared to the control group.
- Patients receiving the information program demonstrated increased knowledge about melanoma.
- No significant differences were observed in psychological or psychosomatic variables between groups.
Conclusions:
- A structured information program can effectively enhance patient satisfaction and knowledge in Stage 1 CMM.
- Further research may explore psychological impacts in different patient populations or disease stages.
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