Ostomy Simulation for Patient Education Prior to Urologic Bowel Diversion Surgeries
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Conditions studied: Ostomy, Ileal Conduit
In brief
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the feasibility of using a realistic and anatomically accurate 3D printed simulation model for urologic bowel diversion patient education. Using a randomized two group design, we aim to determine whether the use of this model enhances patient knowledge, self-care skills, and confidence in ostomy care. We will also evaluate changes in quality of life (QOL) and patient satisfaction comparing patients exposed to the 3D model to those receiving standard of care. The secondary aim of the study is to examine the differences between groups on patient outcomes including hospital duration, mortality, emergency/urgent health care visits, readmissions, and infections. Participants will be educated using 3D model simulation as part of their preoperative education (experimental group) or have standard education without using the simulation model (comparator group). Both groups will complete quality of life (QOL), ostomy adjustment, and satisfaction with education surveys during their preoperative education visit and again during their routine follow-up visits (a) within 3 weeks after surgery, (b) between 5- 8 weeks after surgery, and (c) at approximately 3 months after surgery.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT06583577
- Run by
- University of Minnesota
- People needed
- 40
- Starts
- 2024-07-30
- Expected to finish
- 2027-07-20
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-07-22
Who can join
Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Age>18, undergoing bowel diversion urologic surgery.
You may not qualify if…
- Current or prior ostomy formation, cognitive function causing inability to care for stoma, current pregnancy.
Where it is running
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States (enrolling)
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