Goals of care discussion in the ER for advanced cancer
Part of Cancer, Digestive system, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study is for people with advanced lung or GI cancer who come to the emergency room at MD Anderson. It’s testing a conversation to help you and your doctor discuss your goals and wishes for care.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 or older and being seen in the emergency department at MD Anderson Cancer Center.
- You have advanced lung or gastrointestinal (GI) cancer that cannot be cured.
- You are having at least two of these three problems: shortness of breath, confusion or drowsiness, or feeling very weak and unable to do daily activities.
- You can speak and write in English.
- You are not already in hospice, and you already have an MD Anderson cancer doctor.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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