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.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
47
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.
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.
Tri-Service General Hospital
Taipei, Taiwan
Shared decision-making score
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.
Time frame: Immediately after counseling session (single timepoint)
Patient counseling preference
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.
Time frame: Immediately after both counseling sessions
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