Effects of an ICT-platform for Assessment and Management of Patient-reported Symptoms During Treatment for Breast Cancer

PhONEME - ParticipatOn Ehealth MobilE. Effects of an Interactive ICT-platform for Assessment and Management of Symptoms in Patients Treated for Breast Cancer.

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of an interactive Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) -platform for use in a smartphone or tablet in patients treated with neoadjuvant chemotherapy for breast cancer. The hypothesis is that clinical management will be improved and costs reduced and safe and participatory care promoted, when patients report symptoms in an application which provides self-care advice and instant access to professionals.

Inclusion Criteria:

• The diagnosis of breast cancer
• Patients who will receive neoadjuvant chemotherapy
• Literacy in the Swedish language

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients who need an interpreter at the doctor's visit
• Patients who have a known severe cognitive impairment