At a glance
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Partner Assistance in Learning and Performing Skin Self-Examination
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Skin Self Examination Information and ABCDE Rule for Melanoma. Completed, enrolled 130 participants across 3 sites.
Detailed Summary
This study is a behavioral science study designed to identify aspects of the dyadic relationship that promote Skin Self-Examination (SSE) in patients at high risk of developing melanoma. The patient is randomized to receive the educational intervention either as a solo learner or with the partner.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Card with condensed information about skin self examination (SSE) and color illustrations of the ABCDE (asymmetry of shape, border irregularity, color variation, diameter \> or equal to 6 mm, and evolution of the lesion) rule. A research assistant gave a skill demonstration using a magnifying lens.