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EU-Wide survey aims to uncover hidden gaps in mental health support for cancer patients

NCT ID NCT07691281

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: European Institute of Oncology Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 08, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study uses online surveys to explore whether cancer patients and their family members across the European Union have equal access to mental health screening and psychological support. Researchers will analyze responses from 2,000 participants to identify disparities, barriers, and facilitators. The goal is to understand where and why gaps exist, not to test a treatment or intervention.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could identify barriers and facilitators to mental health care for cancer patients and families, guiding better support systems.
What could go wrong
This is an observational survey study, not a treatment trial. It may not capture all disparities or lead directly to changes in care.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

About 2,000 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Jul 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Dec 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Cancer patients (both adult and paediatric) and their family members\\caregivers living in EU.

Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria for patients: * residence in EU * internet access * access to a technological device for survey participation * individuals at all cancer stages who have been diagnosed with cancer, are currently undergoing treatment or have survived cancer * ability to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent document Inclusion Criteria for family members and caregivers: * residence in EU * internet access * access to a technological device for survey participation * individuals that are aged 18 or older who currently provide, or have provided, care, psychosocial and physical support for a cancer patient in the EU * ability to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent document Exclusion Criteria: * NA

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer neoplasm Psychological Well-Being

As listed by the trial registrant

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Cancer Mental health

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • European Institute of Oncology, Milan

    Milan, Mi, 20141, Italy

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