Study probes how kids, parents, and doctors recall the moment of cancer diagnosis

NCT ID NCT04392908

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how children aged 12 to 17, their parents, and healthcare staff remember the conversation when cancer was first diagnosed. Researchers will interview each group and analyze the memories for common themes and differences. The goal is to learn more about how these memories form and what they mean for future communication.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help hospitals better understand how families recall a cancer diagnosis, leading to more supportive communication practices.

What could go wrong

This is a small, observational study with only 70 participants, so findings may not apply to all families. It does not test any treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer Communication disease neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Meyer Children's Hospital

    Florence, Firenze, 50139, Italy