SatisfactionNCT03260075
Effects of Ward Cats in Patients With Substance Abuse, Depression and Psychosis at UPK Basel
An observational study of Satisfaction and Station Atmosphere, run by Swiss Tropical & Public Health Institute at 1 site in Switzerland.
Trial summary
The aim of this study is to explore the relationship between ward cats and patient satisfaction and stations atmosphere in patients with substance abuse, depression and psychosis. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 years and olderHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Satisfaction, Station Atmosphere
- What is being tested?
- cat
- How many people
- 388 participants
- Where
- 1 siteSwitzerland
- Study dates
- 1 Jun 2017to 15 Dec 2017
- Phase
- Observational
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 years and older
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult, Older adult
Study population: Inpatients at UPK Basel diagnosed with substance abuse, depression and psychosis as well as staff members working at these wards.
Who may be able to join
- Inpatient of the 7 wards at UPK Basel diagnosed with substance abuse, depression and psychosis
- staff working at these wards
Who cannot join
- none
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Effects of the Presence of Ward Cats on Patient Satisfaction and Ward Atmosphere for Patients With Substance Abuse, Depression and Psychosis at UPK Basel
The aim of this study is to explore the relationship between ward cats and patient satisfaction and stations atmosphere in patients with substance abuse, depression and psychosis. Moreover, we wanted to investigate the patients perception of the ward cats and the relationship between station atmosphere perceived by the employees working wards with and without cat at UKP Basel.
Read the detailed description
The following tools were used to address these aims:
- Available MüPF data regarding patient satisfaction of 170 inpatients during 2016 was analyzed.
- Available MüPF data regarding patient satisfaction of 151 inpatients during 2017 was analyzed.
- 33 patients were interviewed regarding their perception of the cats
- 30 staff members at the wards filled in questionnaires regarding station atmosphere (EssenCES)
- Conditions
- Satisfaction, Station Atmosphere
- Being tested
- cat
- Medical subject headings
- Personal Satisfaction
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
catOther
Cat living at the ward
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| ward cat | Patients and staff at wards that have a cat present Receives: Other: cat | |
| no ward cat | Patients and staff at wards that have no cat present |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Patient satisfaction (MüPF)
Questionnaire MüPF 27
Measured: August - Sept 2017
Secondary outcomes (3)
station atmosphere
Questionnaire EssenCES filled out by staff members
Measured: August - Sept 2017
Patient satisfaction (interview)
Patients ratings of satisfaction is assessed in a semi-structured interview
Measured: August - Sept 2017
Patients perception of cats
Patients perception of cats is assessed in a semi-structured interview
Measured: August - Sept 2017
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted24 Aug 2017
- Study start1 Jun 2017
- Primary completion15 Dec 2017
- Study completion15 Dec 2017
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for SatisfactionStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Observational
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Cross-sectional
- Enrolment
- 388 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Swiss Tropical & Public Health Institute
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
- Investigators
- Karin Hediger, Dr., Principal investigator, University of Basel
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT03260075
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 2017-00540
- Other IDs
- 2017
- Status last verified
- Aug 2017
- First submitted
- 21 Aug 2017
- Last updated
- 7 Nov 2018
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Undecided
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 7 Nov 2018. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Effects of the Presence of Ward Cats on Patient Satisfaction and Ward Atmosphere for Patients With Substance Abuse, Depression and Psychosis at UPK Basel
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT03260075
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 2017-00540
- Conditions
- Satisfaction, Station Atmosphere
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 388 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Swiss Tropical & Public Health InstituteUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Jun 2017 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 15 Dec 2017 (actual)
- Study completion
- 15 Dec 2017 (actual)
- First posted
- 24 Aug 2017 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
The aim of this study is to explore the relationship between ward cats and patient satisfaction and stations atmosphere in patients with substance abuse, depression and psychosis. Moreover, we wanted to investigate the patients perception of the ward cats and the relationship between station atmosphere perceived by the employees working wards with and without cat at UKP Basel.
Detailed description
The following tools were used to address these aims:
- Available MüPF data regarding patient satisfaction of 170 inpatients during 2016 was analyzed.
- Available MüPF data regarding patient satisfaction of 151 inpatients during 2017 was analyzed.
- 33 patients were interviewed regarding their perception of the cats
- 30 staff members at the wards filled in questionnaires regarding station atmosphere (EssenCES)
Study design
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Cross-sectional
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| ward cat | – | Other: catPatients and staff at wards that have a cat present |
| no ward cat | – | –Patients and staff at wards that have no cat present |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
- Study population
- Inpatients at UPK Basel diagnosed with substance abuse, depression and psychosis as well as staff members working at these wards.
Key inclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Inpatient of the 7 wards at UPK Basel diagnosed with substance abuse, depression and psychosis
- staff working at these wards
Key exclusion criteria (1 listed)
- none
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| catCat living at the ward | Other | ward cat |
Primary outcome
Patient satisfaction (MüPF)
Time frame: August - Sept 2017
Questionnaire MüPF 27
3 secondary outcomes
station atmosphere
Time frame: August - Sept 2017
Patient satisfaction (interview)
Time frame: August - Sept 2017
Patients perception of cats
Time frame: August - Sept 2017
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 7 Nov 2018.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Undecided
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Karin Hediger, Dr. principal investigator
University of Basel
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
An observational study of Satisfaction and Station Atmosphere, run by Swiss Tropical & Public Health Institute at 1 site in Switzerland.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 2 inclusion and 1 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 7 Nov 2018. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Switzerland. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Patient satisfaction (MüPF) (time frame: August - Sept 2017). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 7 Nov 2018.