Stress and Anxiety in People Having Biopsy for Bone or Soft Tissue Cancer
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Cancer, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how stress and anxiety levels change in people who are about to have a biopsy for a possible bone or soft tissue tumor. The goal is to better understand the emotional impact of waiting for results and starting treatment.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You are scheduled for a biopsy because a doctor suspects you may have a bone or soft tissue tumor.
- You can understand and fill out the study questionnaires.
- You have not had cancer before.
- You do not have a serious mental health condition like major depression or a psychotic disorder.
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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