Development of a PET/CT and PET/MRI patient information films in collaboration with patient representatives previously treated for cancer

Robert Shortman; John Hoath; Tina Osadolor; Pierpaolo Inga; Louise Roper; Jamshed Bomanji; Ashley M Groves

doi:10.2967/jnmt.117.198770

Development of a PET/CT and PET/MRI patient information films in collaboration with patient representatives previously treated for cancer

J Nucl Med Technol. 2017 Oct 17:jnmt.117.198770. doi: 10.2967/jnmt.117.198770. Online ahead of print.

Authors

Robert Shortman¹, John Hoath¹, Tina Osadolor², Pierpaolo Inga³, Louise Roper¹, Jamshed Bomanji¹, Ashley M Groves¹

Affiliations

¹ Institute of Nuclear Medicine, University College London, United Kingdom.
² NIHR University College London Hospital Biomedical Research Centre, United Kingdom.
³ We Live Forever Films, United Kingdom.

PMID: 29042474
DOI: 10.2967/jnmt.117.198770

Abstract

Introduction: PET/MRI and PET CT scanning carries an increased psychological burden for patients which may be improved by effective preparation prior to attendance for the procedure. We aimed to devise an online resource for patient benefit prior to PET/MRI and PET/CT scanning. Methods: With the help of patient representatives' the style and content for two patient information films was reviewed at each stage of the process to explain the patient journey. Results: Two patient information films were produced for patients undergoing PET scanning, Positive feedback from healthcare providers and users was obtained. Conclusion: Involvement of patient representatives in the production of an information resource has had a positive impact on the finished product, with potential for increased benefit to patients as a result.

Keywords: Oncology: General; Other; PET/CT; PET/CT & PET/MRI; PET/MRI; Public & patient involvement (PPI); YouTube; patient information film.