Could palliative care ease the burden of childhood cancer trials?

NCT ID NCT07696065

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Phoenix Children's Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 16, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looks at whether adding pediatric palliative care consultations can improve quality of life for children with cancer and their families while they take part in early-phase (phase 1) clinical trials. Phase 1 trials test new drugs for safety, but they can cause side effects and emotional stress. The study enrolls children aged 0–25 who are being considered for a phase 1 trial, along with their caregivers and doctors. Researchers will measure how feasible and acceptable this extra support is, and whether it helps with communication and decision-making.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Pediatric palliative care consultation
What this could lead to: If this approach works, it could become a standard way to support children with cancer and their families during early-phase trials, improving quality of life and communication.
What could go wrong: This is a small early feasibility study, not a large trial. It may not show clear benefits, and results may not apply to all hospitals or families.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer

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QUALITY OF LIFE OUTCOMES

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Locations

National Institutes of Health
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Bethesda, Maryland, 20814, United States

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Phoenix Children's Hospital
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Phoenix, Arizona, 85016, United States

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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
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Memphis, Tennessee, 38105, United States

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