End-of-life care quality for children with cancer
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial asks bereaved parents about the quality of care their child received in the last month of life. It aims to improve how hospitals support families when a child with cancer is dying.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your child had cancer and has passed away.
- Your child was under 18 years old at the time of death.
- Your child was enrolled in the APEC14B1 study (Project:EveryChild).
- You are a parent, legal guardian, or caregiver who was closely involved in your child's care during their last month of life.
- You understand English or Spanish and are at least 18 years old.
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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