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ArticleBMC urology2025

BlaCancer: a mobile health solution for enhancing bladder cancer care.

Ahmad Assi, Johnny Jalbout, Bryan Youssef, Ernest Diab, Hampig-Raphaël Kourie

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Article in BMC urology, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 authors.

Ahmad Assi *Hematology-Oncology Department, Hôtel-Dieu de France University Hospital, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, 166830, Lebanon. ahmad.assi@net.usj.edu.lb.
Johnny Jalbout *Hematology-Oncology Department, Hôtel-Dieu de France University Hospital, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, 166830, Lebanon.
Bryan YoussefHematology-Oncology Department, Hôtel-Dieu de France University Hospital, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, 166830, Lebanon.
Ernest DiabHematology-Oncology Department, Hôtel-Dieu de France University Hospital, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, 166830, Lebanon.
Hampig-Raphaël KourieHematology-Oncology Department, Hôtel-Dieu de France University Hospital, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, 166830, Lebanon.

Funding

Pfizer 74270469
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundBladder cancer (BC) ranks among the most prevalent ten cancers globally. Current management for BC has seen limited innovation, particularly for advanced stages. Mobile health (mHealth) technologies offer an opportunity to improve BC management by engaging, educating, and empowering patients and assisting physicians, yet available apps are insufficient.

objectiveThe goal of this study was to provide guidance for designing 'BlaCancer', a mobile app that addresses unfulfilled needs in BC care. We conducted cross-sectional surveys with 16 BC patients and 28 physicians to determine their needs for an mHealth solution.

resultsPatients perceived their levele of understanding of BC as moderate (mean score: 4.75/7), and 68.8% supported mobile apps for education, medical records, and peer support. Physicians stressed the significance of treatment recommendations (89.3%), symptom recording (39.3%), and decision-making tools. Other concerns included data privacy and integration issues.

conclusion'BlaCancer' uses stakeholder input to deliver education, symptom monitoring, and clinical decision assistance. The software intends to increase patient participation, improve communication, and streamline aspects of BC care. The small sample size is a limitation that affects generalizability, but the findings still highlight opinions from physicians and patients regarding the role of an app for BC care. Future research will assess the influence on clinical outcomes and quality of life.

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Mobile ApplicationsTelemedicineUrinary Bladder NeoplasmsAdultAgedCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHumansMaleMiddle Aged

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PMID41126158
PMCPMC12541960

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