Who knows the patient's pain better? new study asks caregivers and doctors

NCT ID NCT05837039

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study looks at how well healthcare providers and family caregivers agree on the level of discomfort in advanced cancer patients who have hypoactive delirium (a state of reduced awareness and responsiveness). Researchers will survey both groups to compare their perceptions. The goal is to improve understanding of patient suffering at the end of life.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • M D Anderson Cancer Center

    RECRUITING

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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