Eortc MoBilE Device (EMBED) – Implementation of smart devices for the assessment of Quality of Life, Patient Reported Outcomes (PROs) and physical functioning and activity in EORTC clinical trials: A feasibility study
Project summary
This study is a longitudinal observational study investigating the feasibility of using mobile devices for the assessment of HRQoL and physical activity in adult cancer patients undergoing treatment.
Achievements
The protocol has been released and ten sites have been selected for participation. Submissions to ethics are undergoing.
The regulatory submission and operational set-up of the study are being finalized.
Future plans
The regulatory submissions and site activation are expected for Q2 2026.
For patients
This study aims at defining whether using digital devices (here the patient’s personal smartphone or computer, and a smartwatch provided to the patient) for the remote assessment of the quality of life and physical activity of patients being treated for cancer is a feasible approach.