New tool aims to ease burden on caregivers of terminally ill patients

NCT ID NCT07193433

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tests a tool called CSNAT-I that helps healthcare workers identify and address the needs of family caregivers looking after palliative cancer patients at home. Sixty caregivers in Hong Kong will be randomly assigned to receive the tool or usual care. The study will measure whether the tool reduces caregiver burden and distress, and whether it is practical to use in real-world settings.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Carer Support Needs Assessment Tool Intervention (CSNAT-I)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a simple, structured way for healthcare workers to better support family caregivers, reducing their stress and improving their quality of life.
What could go wrong: This is a very small pilot study (60 participants) testing feasibility, not a large trial. The tool may not show clear benefits or may be difficult to implement in daily practice.

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CARERS NEEDS ASSESSMENT PALLIATIVE CARE SUPPORTIVE CARE

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