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Web-based remote psychological intervention improves cancer treatment
Psychology, Health & Medicine
|October 23, 2016
Summary
Web-based-remote (WBR) psychological intervention significantly improved cancer patients' quality of life. This novel approach enhances patient compliance and outcomes during cancer treatment.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Psychological Medicine
- Digital Health
Background:
- Web-based-remote (WBR) intervention utilizes smart technology and modern medicine for patient monitoring.
- It leverages computer control and communication technology for enhanced healthcare delivery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the efficacy of WBR psychological intervention in improving the quality of life for cancer patients.
- To assess the impact of WBR intervention on patient compliance and treatment outcomes.
Main Methods:
- A randomized controlled trial involving 128 cancer patients.
- Patients were assigned to either a WBR psychological intervention group or a control group receiving standard care.
- The European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire-Core 30 (QLQ-C30) was used for assessment.
Main Results:
- The WBR intervention group demonstrated significantly better QLQ-C30 scores compared to the control group after three months of follow-up.
- This indicates a substantial improvement in the quality of life for patients receiving WBR psychological intervention.
Conclusions:
- WBR psychological intervention is an effective method for enhancing the quality of life in cancer patients undergoing treatment.
- This technology-driven approach offers a promising avenue for supportive cancer care.
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