Clinical trials
Palliative Care, Patient Care clinical trials
Below are recruiting palliative care, patient care clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 127 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07191184Recruiting
Study on home care for terminal patients
This study explores what helps or hinders family doctors in providing care at home for patients in the final stages of a terminal illness. Your input as a general physician could help improve outpatient care for these patients.
StrasbourgAges 18 years+ - NCT06805669Recruiting
Early palliative care for advanced soft tissue sarcoma
This study tests whether adding palliative care early on to standard cancer treatment improves quality of life for people newly diagnosed with advanced or metastatic soft tissue sarcoma.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07143279RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Testosterone for quality of life in men with advanced cancer
This trial tests if testosterone supplements can improve quality of life for men with low testosterone who are no longer receiving active cancer treatment. It aims to help with symptoms like fatigue and low mood.
BrusselsAges 18 years+ - NCT05407844Enrolling by invitation
Community health worker program to improve palliative care
This study tests whether a community health worker can help people with advanced cancer get better palliative care support. Palliative care focuses on comfort, symptom relief, and support for patients and caregivers.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06760806Recruiting
Side effects of palliative radiotherapy study
This study looks at side effects in patients receiving palliative radiotherapy (radiation to relieve symptoms from cancer). It may help doctors better understand how to manage these side effects.
BolognaAges 18 years+ - NCT07696065RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Palliative care support for kids in early cancer trials
This study tests adding palliative care—extra comfort and quality-of-life support—for children and young adults being considered for early-phase cancer trials. It involves patients, their families, and their doctors.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges birth–25 years - NCT04824144RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Dexmedetomidine for agitation in palliative care delirium
This trial tests whether dexmedetomidine can help calm agitation caused by delirium in adults receiving palliative (comfort-focused) care. It may help reduce restlessness and distress when standard approaches may not be enough.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT07166861Recruiting
Home wellness visits for older adults with complex needs
This study compares regular annual wellness visits with enhanced visits that include extra support from a GRACE team. It is designed for older adults with complex health needs who might benefit from more personalized care at home.
Derby, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT06606470Recruiting
Better communication skills for healthcare providers
This study tests a program to help healthcare workers improve how they communicate with patients and each other. It's designed for anyone providing health services, like doctors, nurses, or administrators.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07179705Recruiting
Predicting low blood pressure during dialysis in the ICU
This trial tests if a special tool can predict and prevent dangerous drops in blood pressure during dialysis in ICU patients with kidney problems. It might help make dialysis safer and more comfortable.
BangkokAges 18 years+ - NCT06886529Recruiting
Patient and family involvement in cardiology care at SickKids
This study looks at how patients and families can be more involved in care for children admitted to the cardiology unit at SickKids. It may help improve how the hospital works with families.
TorontoAges Up to 18 years - NCT06193083Recruiting
Deprescribing views of patients with advanced cancer
This study asks patients with advanced cancer about their thoughts on stopping medications that may no longer be needed or could be harmful. It aims to understand patient perspectives to improve care.
La Roche-sur-YonAges 18 years+ - NCT05190653Recruiting
Support during stem cell or CAR T cancer treatment
This study tests whether starting palliative and supportive care early (alongside cancer treatment) can improve comfort and support for people having stem cell transplant or CAR T-cell therapy. It may also help family caregivers by offering support during a difficult treatment period.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT06244953Recruiting
Heart failure support program with palliative care
This study tests whether a tailored program that includes palliative care (extra support for comfort and quality of life) can help people with advanced heart failure and their family caregivers. It aims to reduce hospital visits and improve well-being.
SingaporeAges 21–99 - NCT04171830Enrolling by invitation
Screening for palliative needs in the last year of life
This trial uses a special tool to check if patients in the hospital have unmet needs for comfort and quality-of-life care. It is designed for patients who may be in their final year of life, helping doctors and nurses offer extra support sooner.
Brampton, OntarioAges Any age - NCT06615349Recruiting
Digital monitoring for palliative care patients
This trial tests whether using a smartphone app to track your symptoms and health data can improve care and quality of life for people with serious illnesses who are receiving palliative care.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT05754801RecruitingPhase 2
Yunzhi essence for quality of life in advanced cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests whether Yunzhi essence (a traditional Chinese medicine) can improve quality of life for people with advanced cancer. It also requires certain screening results about life expectancy, thinking/alertness, and symptom pattern.
Hong KongAges 21–89 - NCT06588556Recruiting
Improving Care for Older Adults in the ICU
This study tests a program to improve communication and support for older adults in the ICU and their families. It may help families feel more supported during a serious illness.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07069010Recruiting
Palliative care education for ICU staff
This trial studies whether a tele-palliative care education program can reduce burnout in ICU clinicians. It involves completing surveys before and during the program.
AthensAges Any age - NCT06556550RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Targeted radiation for limited cancer spread vs. standard care
This trial tests whether high-precision radiation (SBRT) can improve outcomes for people with up to 5 small, stable metastases from certain cancers, compared to usual palliative care. It is for those whose disease is not growing after current chemotherapy.
Obninsk, Kaluga OblastAges 18 years+ - NCT06328751Recruiting
Virtual reality meditation for cancer pain relief
This study tests whether using meditation with virtual reality can help reduce pain in people with cancer. If you have chronic pain from cancer and can use a simple VR headset, this might be a gentle way to find relief.
Manaus, AmazonasAges 18–75 - NCT07402057Recruiting
Talking about palliative care: a study to improve conversations
This study tests a program to help doctors and patients have better conversations about palliative care. It is for adults with advanced cancer that cannot be cured, their doctors, and hospital staff who might help start these talks.
Aalst, East-FlandersAges 18 years+ - NCT06771999Recruiting
Deprescribing medications in cancer patients: a pharmacist's help
This trial tests whether a clinical pharmacist's educational session can help you and your doctor safely reduce or stop unneeded medications. It's for people receiving palliative care for cancer.
Baia Mare, MaramureşAges 18 years+ - NCT05142150Recruiting
Care and expectations study for advanced gynecologic cancer
This trial looks at what patients with advanced gynecologic cancer expect from care, and how well their care needs are being met. It uses questionnaires to learn what support is most helpful, especially near the end of life.
OsloAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for palliative care, patient care?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 127 recruiting palliative care, patient care studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a palliative care, patient care trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a palliative care, patient care trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.