Virtual vs. In-person palliative care support
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This study compares virtual (phone or video) palliative care visits with in-person visits to see which approach works better for patients with solid tumors. It may help you if you are receiving palliative care and can choose between virtual or in-person appointments.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have been diagnosed with a solid tumor (a cancer that forms a lump or mass) at any stage.
- You have been referred to palliative care services at the King Hussein Cancer Center (KHCC).
- You can read and write in Arabic.
- You are able to understand and agree to participate in the trial.
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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