Randomised trial of personalised computer based information for cancer patients.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To compare the use and effect of a computer based information system for cancer patients that is personalised using each patient's medical record with a system providing only general information and with information provided in booklets.

Design

Randomised trial with three groups. Data collected at start of radiotherapy, one week later (when information provided), three weeks later, and three months later.

Participants

525 patients started radical radiotherapy; 438 completed follow up.

Interventions

Two groups were offered information via computer (personalised or general information, or both) with open access to computer thereafter; the third group was offered a selection of information booklets.

Outcomes

Patients' views and preferences, use of

SUBMITTER: Jones R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC28275 | biostudies-literature | 1999 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature