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
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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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Locations
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Meyer Children's Hospital
Florence, Firenze, 50139, Italy