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Training Program for PEG Caregivers: A Structured Intervention Study
Sponsor: Koç University
Summary
This study aims to develop and evaluate a structured education program and a mobile application to support caregivers of patients receiving enteral nutrition via percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG). The intervention focuses on improving caregivers' knowledge, care practices, and perceived burden. The study will be conducted in three phases: a needs assessment, development of the education and digital support modules, and implementation of the intervention. Quantitative and qualitative data will be collected to evaluate the impact of the intervention. The results are expected to contribute to the improvement of home PEG care quality and the empowerment of caregivers.
Official title: Effectiveness of Education and Mobile Application for Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy Care
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
80
Start Date
2025-09-05
Completion Date
2026-03-31
Last Updated
2025-09-05
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Caregiver Training Program
The intervention consists of a two-month structured education program including two face-to-face sessions and a mobile application. The training content covers PEG care, stoma and tube management, enteral nutrition, drug administration via tube, and troubleshooting complications.