Check out our new paper led by brilliant @AmeliaTalbot on what patients think when they are offered the potential for weight loss support once diagnosed and before colorectal cancer surgery. @SITU_Oxford @SiBucz https://t.co/AFTSEmM5mo
Participants' perspectives of being recruited into a randomised trial of a weight loss intervention before colorectal cancer surgery: a qualitative interview study.
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Jul 2024 – Mar 2025Where it's discussed
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The discussions demonstrate a balanced recognition of the study's significance, with examples such as references to the paper led by Amelia Talbot and the emphasis on understanding patient perspectives. The tone is informative and appreciative, underscoring the value placed on the research without overly emotional or critical language, which supports the moderate scores across all dimensions.
Most discussions agree that the study provides valuable insights into patient perspectives on weight loss interventions before surgery.
Participants show moderate interest, as they acknowledge the importance of understanding patient experiences but do not express strong passion or urgency.
The discussions engage with the research findings and mention upcoming or published results, indicating a genuine but not deeply analytical involvement.
The posts highlight the potential influence of the study in informing clinical practices and patient recruitment strategies, signaling moderate impact.
Abstract in brief
- Participants saw the trial as an opportunity for structured weight loss that could improve their surgery results, but they also worried about diet taste and side effects.
- Clinicians’ positive attitudes helped encourage patients to join, though some were disappointed if they received only standard care, especially when families emphasized weight loss benefits too much.
- The study highlights the importance of understanding patient perspectives during recruitment, especially since this period can be stressful and may impact their willingness to participate.]
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Most liked on X and BlueskyRT @ISRCTN: Participants' perspectives of being recruited into a randomised trial of a weight loss intervention before colorectal cancer su…
Participants' perspectives of being recruited into a randomised trial of a weight loss intervention before colorectal cancer surgery Read the qualitative interview study in #BMCCancer @BMC_series #ISRCTN: https://t.co/RV65JHlZLd https://t.co/e5IhoWNzZI
RT @ISRCTN: Participants' perspectives of being recruited into a randomised trial of a weight loss intervention before colorectal cancer su…
RT @DKoutoukidis: Check out our new paper led by brilliant @AmeliaTalbot on what patients think when they are offered the potential for wei…
@Mpmok Thank you Mary! We just had our first results paper out today! https://t.co/AFTSEmM5mo
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RT @ISRCTN: Participants' perspectives of being recruited into a randomised trial of a weight loss intervention before colorectal cancer su…
RT @ISRCTN: Participants' perspectives of being recruited into a randomised trial of a weight loss intervention before colorectal cancer su…
Participants' perspectives of being recruited into a randomised trial of a weight loss intervention before colorectal cancer surgery Read the qualitative interview study in #BMCCancer @BMC_series #ISRCTN: https://t.co/RV65JHlZLd https://t.co/e5IhoWNzZI
RT @DKoutoukidis: Check out our new paper led by brilliant @AmeliaTalbot on what patients think when they are offered the potential for wei…
Check out our new paper led by brilliant @AmeliaTalbot on what patients think when they are offered the potential for weight loss support once diagnosed and before colorectal cancer surgery. @SITU_Oxford @SiBucz https://t.co/AFTSEmM5mo
@Mpmok Thank you Mary! We just had our first results paper out today! https://t.co/AFTSEmM5mo
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