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Using a Novel System to Assess and Manage Post-Operative Pain and Other Symptoms in Patients with Lung Cancer (Archived Project)
Investigator (PI):	Cleeland, Charles S
Performing Organization (PO):	(Current): University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center
Supporting Agency (SA):	Pharmacia
Initial Year:	2001
Final Year:	2003
Record Source/Award ID:	HSR/0
Award Type:	Grant
Study Population:	Lung cancer patients post-thoracic surgery
Abstract:	Inadequate symptom assessment in cancer patients leads to unnecessary patient distress, more complicated medical treatment, and may impede recovery time and return to normal function. We will test the utility of a novel computer-based interactive voice response telephone system that monitors patients' symptoms at home, and notifies their providers when symptoms need intervention. Lung cancer patients post-thoracic surgery will respond to questions about their pain and other symptoms using their home telephone keypad. The effectiveness of this system for tracking postoperative pain and other symptoms and reducing symptom-related medical care utilization will be evaluated in a randomized clinical trial.
MeSH Terms:	Humans Internet Lung Neoplasms /surgery Pain Measurement /methods Pain, Postoperative /drug therapy Quality of Life Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic Treatment Outcome United States User-Computer Interface
Keywords:	research support, non-U.S. Gov't
Country:	United States
State:	Texas
Zip Code:	77030
UI:	20021045
Project Status:	Archived