Randomized controlled trial to assess the effectiveness of a videotape about radiotherapy

Br J Cancer. 2001 Jan 5;84(1):8-10. doi: 10.1054/bjoc.2000.1536.

Abstract

In a randomized controlled trial, the additional provision of information on videotape was no more effective than written information alone in reducing pre-treatment worry about radiotherapy. Images of surviving cancer patients, however, may provide further reassurance to patients once therapy is completed.

Publication types

  • Clinical Trial
  • Randomized Controlled Trial
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Anxiety / therapy*
  • Cohort Studies
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Neoplasms / psychology
  • Neoplasms / radiotherapy*
  • Pamphlets
  • Patient Education as Topic / methods*
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Videotape Recording*