Optimizing Clinical Screening for Body Image Distress Among Head and Neck Cancer Survivors: Implementation of a Short Form of the IMAGE-HN Questionnaire

Date Added
March 24th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149346
Researcher
Haley Hullfish

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Keywords
Cancer/Head & Neck
Summary

This study is designed to improve how body image distress is identified among adult survivors of head and neck cancer during routine clinic visits. Participants will complete questionnaires about body image concerns either on paper or electronically (in clinic or remotely through a secure link). The study will evaluate how well a brief screening questionnaire (IMAGE-HN SF) identifies patients experiencing meaningful body image distress compared with the longer, full IMAGE-HN survey. In addition to assessing how accurately the short form performs, we will ask patients how they prefer the screening to be delivered, including the timing, format, and method of completion in routine care. A subset of participants will be invited to complete a short interview to share additional thoughts about how this type of screening should be implemented. Findings from this study will help guide the use of efficient and patient-centered body image screening in head and neck cancer clinics.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Haley Hullfish
843-278-3842
hullfish@musc.edu



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