Internet-delivered treatment for fertility distress and sex problems following cancer

An internet-delivered psychoeducational intervention (Fex-Can 2.0) targeting fertility-related distress and sexual dysfunction in young adults diagnosed with cancer: a randomized controlled trial with an internal pilot phase

Registry ID
ISRCTN18040643
Source registry
ISRCTN
Status
Recruiting
Study type
INTERVENTIONAL
Sponsor
Uppsala University
Enrollment
252
Start date
2025-11-14
Completion date
2030-12-31
Last update
2026-08-17

Conditions

Summary

Young adults diagnosed with cancer who experience fertility-related distress and/or sexual dysfunction

Detailed description

Participants will be randomly allocated using a computer-generated randomization sequence concealed from the researchers to one of the following groups: 1. Intervention group receiving access to the Fex-Can 2.0 internet-delivered intervention. The intervention is delivered over 12 weeks and consists of modules including educational and behavior change content such as multimedia, interactive online activities and an asynchronous moderated peer discussion forum. Participants will receive a recommended set of modules based on their individual needs and problems as assessed in an individual start-up session with a research team member. 2. Control group receiving standard care and follow-up.

Interventions

Inclusion criteria

1. Diagnosed with cancer within the past 5 years 2. Aged 18-39 years at study entry 3. Experiencing significant fertility-related distress and/or sexual problems 4. Prepared to spend at least 30 minutes per week on the intervention website

Exclusion criteria

1. Inability to communicate in Swedish 2. Suicidality or a significant psychiatric condition

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