Guided Imagery in the Perioperative Period in Gynecologic Oncology Patients

Self-Administered Guided Imagery in the Perioperative Period to Reduce Postoperative Distress in Gynecologic Oncology Patients: A Randomized Control Trial

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of self-administered perioperative guided imagery to reduce perioperative distress in gynecologic oncology patients undergoing surgical management for a presumed cancer diagnosis.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Undergoing surgical management for a suspected diagnosis of Gynecologic Malignancy (Endometrial, Ovarian, Vulvar, Vaginal, Primary Peritoneal, Fallopian Tube)
• Age 18 or greater
• Receiving care at University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center Gynecologic Oncology Clinic or at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Alexander Cancer Care Center
• Able to understand and read English
• Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status of 0-2
• Patients must have working telephone, mobile or land line

Exclusion Criteria:

• Severe hearing impairment that limits the ability to use audio-based guided imagery modules
• Current documented alcohol abuse or illicit drug substance abuse
• Planned outpatient surgery
• Patients currently participating in a meditation practice for more than 1 hour per week prior to preoperative visit.