Plain-English translation of NCT07618273 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing the Smart Symptom Tracking ALEX application — a smartphone app that uses artificial intelligence to help you track digestive symptoms. Half of participants will use the app for 4 weeks, while the other half will use traditional paper logs. The goal is to see whether the app helps young adults more clearly recognize and communicate their digestive health concerns to their doctors.
Early-onset colorectal cancer is rising in young adults under 45, yet many people struggle to get their digestive symptoms taken seriously by healthcare providers. This trial exists to see whether a smart app can help young adults better document their symptoms, making it easier to catch potential problems early and have their concerns heard by doctors.
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You will be randomly assigned to either the app group or the paper log group. For 4 weeks, you'll track your digestive symptoms daily — either by using the smartphone app (which sends you weekly reminders) or by filling out paper logs. The entire commitment is 4 weeks, and the trial is designed to be straightforward and manageable alongside your normal routine.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 18, 2026 · Not medical advice
United States
Mayo Clinic
Enrollment target
~50 participants
Started
April 2026
Primary completion
April 2027
Age range
18 Years – 44 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in June 2026.
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Central contact
Enhancing Technology & Communication in Healthcare (ETCH) Lab
Mayo Clinic
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