Effect of Mobile Augmented Reality Counseling on Improving Shared Decision-Making in Thoracic Surgery

Not Applicable

Completed

• Conditions: Lung Cancer Patients

• Registration Number: NCT07062393
• Lead Sponsor: Tri-Service General Hospital

Brief Summary

This randomized clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of Mobile Augmented Reality (MAR) counseling compared to traditional verbal counseling for patients undergoing thoracic surgery. MAR counseling integrates patient-specific 3D anatomical models to enhance understanding of surgical procedures and risks. The study assesses patient and caregiver satisfaction, decision-making confidence, and communication quality. Health care providers' perspectives on the counseling methods are also examined. Participants will be assigned to one of the two counseling groups and asked to complete a questionnaire immediately after the counseling session.

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2022-07-15
• Primary Completion: 2023-06-19
• Study Completion: 2023-06-19
• Status Verified: 2025-07
• Study First Submitted: 2025-07-02
• Study First Submitted QC: 2025-07-02
• Study First Posted: 2025-07-14
• Last Update Submitted: 2025-07-14
• Last Update Posted: 2025-07-17

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: COMPLETED
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 47

Inclusion Criteria

• Adults aged 20 years and older
• Scheduled for elective thoracic surgery
• Able to understand written and spoken Mandarin
• Willing and able to provide informed consent
• Capable of completing questionnaires independently or with minimal assistance

Exclusion Criteria

• Emergency surgery cases
• Severe cognitive impairment or psychiatric illness interfering with participation
• Visual or hearing impairments that prevent interaction with mobile devices
• Previous participation in a similar counseling trial
• Inability to complete follow-up procedures

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: CROSSOVER

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Shared decision-making score	Immediately after counseling session (single timepoint)	Shared decision-making was evaluated using a validated questionnaire assessing patient perceptions of decision support, preparedness, and engagement. The total score ranges from 0 to 50, with higher scores indicating better shared decision-making.

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Patient counseling preference	Immediately after both counseling sessions	Participants indicated their preference for either traditional counseling or MAR-based counseling after experiencing both, using a structured post-intervention questionnaire. The results were reported as percentages per group.

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Tri-Service General Hospital; 🇨🇳 Taipei, Taiwan