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NCT Number: NCT07062393

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

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.

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Key information

Conditions

Lung Cancer Patients

Age range

20 year–65 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Tri-Service General Hospital

Taipei, 114202, Taiwan

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

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

Treatment and study plan

Traditional Counseling → MAR Counseling

Behavioral

A single session begins with mobile augmented-reality counseling using interactive 3D models, followed by a standard verbal counseling with printed diagrams and CT images.

MAR Counseling → Traditional Counseling

Behavioral

A single session begins with mobile augmented-reality counseling using interactive 3D models, followed by a standard verbal counseling with printed diagrams and CT images.

Primary outcomes

  1. Shared decision-making score

    Time frame: 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 outcomes

  1. Patient counseling preference

    Time frame: 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.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Tri-Service General Hospital (TSGH)

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Effect of Mobile Augmented Reality Counseling on Improving Shared Decision-Making in Thoracic Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Controlled Trial

Important dates

Study start
2022
Primary completion
2023
Study completion
2023
First posted
Jul 14, 2025
Registry last updated
Jul 17, 2025

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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