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Evaluating the Effectiveness of Aromatherapy for Alleviating Distress in Breast Cancer Patients Before Radiotherapy.
Led by National Cancer Centre, Singapore · Updated on 2025-01-09
300
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
101 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
ASTER is a multi-part study that aims to prospectively establish evidence for the implementation of aromatherapy as complementary therapy within cancer care in the Singapore context. ASTER 2 study evaluates how extracts from Asian aromatic plants with familiar aromas introduced as inhalation therapy can alleviate distress in breast cancer patients scheduled to undergo radiotherapy (RT).
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Aromatherapy for Alleviating Distress in Breast Cancer Patients Before Radiotherapy.
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Aged 21 years old and above
- Confirmed diagnosis of breast cancer of any stage
- Scheduled to undergo radiotherapy for the first time
- Capable of providing informed consent
You will not qualify if you...
- Physically or mentally incapable of providing verbal/written consent
- Known or suspected hypersensitivity/allergy to essential oils or any components of the formulations
- Airway hypersensitivity to fragrances, paint fumes or turpentine
- Taking medications for anxiety (e.g. benzodiazepines) before radiotherapy
- Pregnant, breastfeeding, or intending to conceive during study period
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
National Cancer Centre Singapore
Singapore, Singapore, 168583
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Research Team
D
Dr. Fuh-Yong Wong, MBBS, FRCR
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Number of Arms
2
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