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Aurora: a Human-centered Program for Breast Cancer Patients in Chile, Easing Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy's Effects

Sponsor: Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile

Summary

Breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer worldwide and the leading cause of cancer death among women in Chile. The Aurora intervention program is designed to improve the quality of life and mitigate the physical consequences of breast cancer in patients undergoing neoadjuvant chemotherapy. It aims to promote physical activity through a human-centered design product system, incorporating elements of personal motivation, peer learning, and community engagement in alignment with the COM-B model. In a 9-week randomized controlled trial, we will include 30 female patients under 70 years undergoing neoadjuvant therapy for breast cancer in the Metropolitan Region of Chile. Baseline and post-intervention measurements will assess biopsychosocial breast cancer effects through a questionnaire as well as adverse physical effects through functional capacity tests. Biological consequences will be evaluated through lipid profiling, inflammation biomarkers, and tumor progression. In addition, Aurora's patient perception of behavior change will be addressed by analyzing the patient's records in a journal. Moreover, the perceived value of Aurora's design attributes influencing behavior change will be studied through in-depth interviews. Preliminary results describe Aurora's design process and indicate that it is well-received by patients, especially as its logbook is a valuable tool for self-reflection and progress tracking. The study anticipates the confirmation that significantly higher physical activity, improved quality of life, and enhanced functional capacity will be attained in the intervention group. The Aurora intervention program represents a novel approach to support breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, emphasizing physical activity, peer learning, and self-reflection. The integration of the behavior change COM-B model and a human-centered design provides a facilitating tool for tailored interventions for breast cancer patients' needs. Yet, the potential correlation between physical activity, fatty acid metabolism, and chemotherapy response necessitates further exploration. The Aurora intervention program shows promise as a supportive tool for breast cancer patients undergoing neoadjuvant chemotherapy. Further research is imperative to evaluate the intervention's impact on patient outcomes, refine the design based on user feedback, and explore potential relationships among physical activity, fatty acid metabolism, and chemotherapy response.

Official title: Aurora's Impact on Mitigating Adverse Effects of Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy in Breast Cancer Patients in Chile's Metropolitan Region.

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