Talking about palliative care: a study to improve conversations
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
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.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older and have been diagnosed with advanced cancer that cannot be cured.
- You are aware of your diagnosis and treatment options, and it has been more than a month since you first learned about your cancer.
- You can speak Dutch and are able to give your consent to join the study.
- Your doctor does not think you will live more than 5 years from now (the focus is on patients with shorter life expectancies).
- You are not currently in remission, in a follow-up-only stage, or already receiving specialized palliative care.
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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