Can early comfort care improve end of life for leukemia patients?
NCT ID NCT04482894
First seen May 07, 2026 · Last updated May 21, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether starting palliative care early helps adults with relapsed or high-risk leukemias or myelodysplastic syndrome. About 105 participants will be randomly assigned to receive early palliative care or usual care. The goal is to see if it improves where they die (e.g., at home vs. ICU) and reduces hospital stays.
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University of Virginia
Charlottesville, Virginia, 22903, United States
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