New online tool aims to ease tough ICU decisions for families of older patients

NCT ID NCT05019261

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen May 04, 2026 · Last updated May 18, 2026 · Updated 4 times

Summary

This study tested a web-based tool to help family members who make medical decisions for critically ill older adults in the ICU. The tool provided information, helped families prepare for meetings with doctors, and shared their questions and concerns with the care team. The goal was to improve how well care matches patient wishes and to reduce stress for families.

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Locations

Baystate Medical Center

Springfield, Massachusetts, 01199, United States
Duke University

Durham, North Carolina, 27710, United States
NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln Hospital

New York, New York, 10451, United States
Oregon Health and Science University

Portland, Oregon, 97239, United States
Pittsburgh VA Medical Center

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15240, United States
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States
University of Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States

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CRITICAL ILLNESS