Virtual Testicular Cancer Lay Support and Survivorship (VITALSS Study) Aim 2
UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
Summary
This study examines how virtual support can enhance well-being and survivorship in men with testicular cancer. Participants in North Carolina will be randomized into two groups: one with access to a virtual support platform and the other with access to patient educational materials only. After six months, the emotional well-being, self-efficacy, financial toxicity, and quality of life of both groups will be compared at 3 months and 6 months after baseline assessments.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18–95 years
- Sex
- Male
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * Men within 5 years of their initial diagnosis of germ cell testicular cancer. * The subject is willing and able to comply with study procedures based on the judgment of the investigator. * Adults aged 18-95 years old. * Electronic informed consent was obtained to participate in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Woman gender * Non-English speaking * Unwilling or unable to complete informed consent. * On active treatment for another cancer. * Actively receiving chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery for testicular cancer.
Interventions
- BehavioralVirtual support
Subjects will use a virtual support platform that was built for their needs.
- BehavioralPatient educational material
Participants will have access to patient educational material.
Location
- UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer CenterChapel Hill, North Carolina