PALLIATIVE CARE

This study tests whether a mobile app called SUPPORT+ can help adults with advanced cancer who are receiving palliative care feel better and stay out of the hospital. Participants use the app to report symptoms weekly, get self-care tips, and receive nurse follow-up for severe is…

This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) can reduce anxiety, depression, and emotional distress in people with a terminal illness who are in palliative care. About 20 participants will use VR goggles and report their feelings before and after. The goal is to see if VR …

This study brings together 30 to 50 family doctors and other health professionals from across Latin America to learn how they currently provide palliative care—care that focuses on comfort and quality of life for people with serious illnesses. The researchers will use online meet…

This study aims to find out how many people over 75 who visit the emergency department have needs for palliative care (care that focuses on comfort and quality of life) and whether those needs are written down in their medical records. Researchers will talk to patients and review…

This study tested whether a nurse-led card game called Go Wish could help people with long-term illnesses complete advance directives—written plans for future medical care. The study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are available. It was designed for…

This study surveys 580 healthcare professionals working in home-based palliative care in Spain. It asks them to rank the importance of five key areas: symptom control, communication, emotional support, care coordination, and staff support. The goal is to find out what professiona…

This study checks whether a short questionnaire called NECPAL can help doctors spot patients with advanced chronic illnesses who could benefit from palliative care. About 200 adults in the hospital or day clinic will be screened. The goal is to see how many have unmet palliative …

This study looks at a care approach called a time-limited trial (TLT) for patients in the ICU who need a breathing machine. Doctors, patients, and families agree to try treatments for a set time, then check if the patient is recovering. The goal is to find the best way to use TLT…

This study tests whether showing older patients with advanced kidney disease a video about advance care planning helps them make better medical decisions. 456 people aged 65 and older took part. The goal is to see if the video leads to more discussions and documentation of their …

This study tests a simple electronic alert that reminds doctors to provide or request palliative care for patients at high risk of dying within six months. About 19,000 adults in six hospitals will be included. The goal is to see if this nudge increases time spent at home and imp…

This study looks back at the medical records of 286 patients who received palliative care and passed away in 2024 at NOVO Hospital in France. The goal is to understand who these patients were, how their care was organized, and how their doctors were involved. Researchers hope thi…