Challenges of Cross-Sectoral Video Consultation in Cancer Care on Patients' Perceived Coordination: Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Patients with cancer need coordinated care for both treatment and concurrent health conditions. This requires collaboration among specialists when using telemedicine services, emphasizing the importance of care continuity.

Objective

This study aimed to explore the effects of cross-sectorial video consultation involving oncologists, general practitioners, and patients with cancer on patients' perceived coordination of care, compared with usual care.

Methods

This study describes the primary outcomes from a 7-month follow-up of patients in the Partnership Project, a randomized clinical trial. Patients in the intervention group were randomized to receive a "partnership consultation," a shared video consultation with an oncologist, general practitioners, and the

SUBMITTER: Baygi F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11835449 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature