Can a short video help cancer patients get better palliative care?
NCT ID NCT04733469
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether an educational video can help adults with serious cancer understand and use palliative care. 172 participants will either receive standard care plus brochures, or standard care plus a tailored video and extra materials. Researchers will track knowledge, attitudes, symptoms, and whether patients actually use palliative care over 6 months.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Multimedia educational video and supporting materials
What this could lead to
If it works, this could show that a simple video helps cancer patients better understand and use palliative care, improving their quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study focused on education, not a treatment. It may not change actual health outcomes or work for everyone.
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Locations
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Tulane University
New Orleans, Louisiana, 70115, United States
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University Medical Center
New Orleans, Louisiana, 70112, United States