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At-home Breast Oncology care Delivered with EHealth solutions (ABODE) study protocol: a randomised controlled trial
Amanda Mac1, Mohini Kalia2, Emma Reel2
1Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
BMJ Open
|May 9, 2025
Summary
This study introduces a new app to help breast cancer patients manage their health, comparing its effectiveness against standard care. The goal is to improve patient activation and health outcomes through digital support.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Digital Health
- Health Services Research
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted breast cancer care delivery.
- eHealth solutions offer remote care and may enhance patient activation.
- A novel Breast Cancer Treatment Application (app) was developed to support patients throughout their cancer journey.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of a new breast cancer treatment app on patient activation.
- To compare patient-reported outcomes and health service utilization between app users and a control group.
- To assess changes in distress, anxiety, quality of life, and care experiences over one year.
Main Methods:
- A randomized controlled trial involving 200 breast cancer patients at a tertiary care center.
- Intervention group: app + standard care + Fitbit; Control group: standard care + Fitbit for 13 months.
- Data collection via questionnaires at baseline, 6, and 12 months; Fitbit data on activity and heart rate; measurement of healthcare service utilization.
Main Results:
- This section is to be filled once the study is completed and results are available.
Conclusions:
- This section is to be filled once the study is completed and results are available.
