Digital education for colon and rectal cancer patients
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests a digital education program for patients with colon or rectal cancer who are scheduled for surgery. It aims to see if online learning helps people better prepare for their operation and recovery.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You must have been diagnosed with colon or rectal cancer confirmed by a biopsy.
- You must be planning to have surgery to remove the cancer at University Health Network in Toronto.
- Your surgery must be elective (not an emergency) and done with the goal of curing the cancer.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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