Clinical trials
Palliative Care clinical trials
Below are recruiting palliative care clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 96 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07133269Recruiting
Care coach support for advanced cancer patients having surgery
This study tests a new care model where a care coach helps coordinate surgery, cancer treatment, and palliative support for people with advanced cancer. It aims to make recovery easier and improve quality of life.
SingaporeAges 21–99 - NCT07290491RecruitingPhase 3
Spiritual care or therapy for advanced cancer patients
This trial compares the effects of adding spiritual care or psychotherapy to standard palliative care for patients with advanced cancer that cannot be cured. It aims to see if these extra supports improve quality of life and emotional well-being.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07789093Recruiting
Coaching support for advanced cancer patients and caregivers
This trial tests a coaching program to help patients with advanced cancer and their caregivers prepare for and recover from palliative surgery or procedures that aim to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life. It explores whether this coaching improves communication and well-being.
SingaporeAges 21–99 - 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 - NCT07858760Recruiting
Palliative care journey from home to hospital
This study looks at the experiences of patients who come to the palliative care unit at Strasbourg University Hospital from home or through the emergency department. It aims to understand their care path to improve support for others.
StrasbourgAges 18 years+ - 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+ - 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+ - 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 - 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+ - NCT06648733Recruiting
Better medication safety when leaving the hospital for palliative care
This trial studies how to improve medication management when patients with advanced illnesses move from hospital care to home care in Muenster. It aims to make the switch smoother and safer for people who need palliative (comfort-focused) treatment.
Münster, North Rhine-WestphaliaAges 18 years+ - NCT07032350Recruiting
Pain management app for dementia caregivers
This study tests a mobile app that helps family caregivers of people with dementia manage their loved one's chronic pain. It aims to see if the app is easy to use and helpful for caregivers.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–100 - 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+ - NCT07078188Recruiting
PEG care training for caregivers
This study tests whether giving you (the caregiver) training on how to use the feeding tube (PEG) can reduce the stress of caregiving and improve your quality of life. If you are the main caregiver for a stroke survivor who needs tube feeding, you may be able to join.
IstanbulAges 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 - NCT05431946Enrolling by invitation
Palliative care support for people with liver cirrhosis
This trial studies a palliative care approach—comfort-focused support aimed at improving quality of life—for people with liver cirrhosis. It may help by addressing symptoms and planning care together with you and your family.
EsbjergAges 18 years+ - NCT07512505Recruiting
Wearable Heart Monitor for End-of-Life Care Patients
This study tests whether a small, sticky heart-monitoring patch worn on the chest can safely and helpfully track vital signs (like heart rate) for people in their final days of life with cancer. The goal is to see if this technology helps caregivers and doctors better understand comfort and changes in condition.
DublinAges 18 years+ - NCT07224594Enrolling by invitation
Comparing palliative care models for seriously ill patients
This trial compares two ways of providing palliative care to hospitalized patients who are likely to pass away within the next year. It aims to see which approach better meets patients' needs and improves their quality of life.
Pasadena, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07868198Recruiting
Understanding family decisions about corneal donation in palliative care
This study explores what influences family members' or close friends' decisions about corneal donation for patients in palliative care. It aims to improve how donation is discussed and supported.
Paris, ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT02799537Recruiting
Compare a new end-of-life letter to advance directives
This study compares two ways of sharing your end-of-life wishes: a “Stanford Letter Project” form versus traditional advance directives. If you’re an adult, your answers may help the researchers see which option is easier to use or better understood.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06682936Recruiting
Outpatient talc procedure for cancer-related fluid buildup
This trial tests whether a talc procedure to seal the lung (pleurodesis) can be done safely in an outpatient setting for people with fluid buildup from cancer. It aims to make the treatment more convenient.
Stockton-on-Tees, County DurhamAges 18 years+ - NCT06690528RecruitingPhase 2
Surgery vs. palliative care for pancreatic cancer with limited liver spread
This trial compares surgery to remove the primary tumor and up to 3 liver spots against standard palliative care for people with pancreatic cancer that has spread only to the liver (up to 3 spots). It is for those whose cancer has not grown after initial chemotherapy and who are healthy enough for surgery.
Padova, ItalyAges 18–75 - NCT07552935Recruiting
High-Flow Oxygen for Breathing Difficulty in Palliative Care
This study tests whether high-flow nasal therapy (a special oxygen delivery method) can ease severe shortness of breath in patients receiving palliative care. Palliative care focuses on comfort when curative treatment is no longer the goal.
TampereAges 18 years+ - NCT05894694RecruitingPhase 4
Testing Compound Kushen injection for advanced colon cancer survival
This trial studies whether Compound Kushen injection can improve survival in people with advanced colorectal cancer. It’s aimed at people starting first-line treatment, and only includes certain cancer and health situations to keep results clear.
BeijingAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for palliative care?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 96 recruiting palliative 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 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 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.
Related conditions
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.