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Patient-reported outcomes in radiotherapy (PRO-RT) utilizing an integrated patient portal; results from a prospective
Yasamin Sharifzadeh1, William S Harmsen2, Jessica F Burlile1
1Department of Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, United States.
Objectives:
This prospective single-arm trial assessed the use of an integrated patient platform (IPP) and effects on patient-reported outcomes survey (PROs) completion.
Materials And Methods:
Head and neck, breast, and thoracic cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy (RT) were approached for registration for an IPP for PRO administration and integration of multiple health portals.
Results:
Seventy-two patients were approached, 27 (38%) enrolled, and 18 used the IPP for PROs, 2 of which utilized integrative features. IPP user PRO completion rates were 100%, 89%, 89%, and 94% at baseline, end of RT, and 3- and 6-months post-RT, higher than the standard interface. Of the 45 who declined, 24 (53%) reported information security concerns.
Discussion:
While the IPP increased PRO completion, many declined enrollment, citing security concerns. Few utilized the portal's integrative features.
Conclusion:
IPPs show promise in aiding PRO completion; continued efforts to demonstrate data safety and utility of IPPs are merited.
