New tool could spot patients needing palliative care sooner

NCT ID NCT07387224

First seen Feb 04, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study checks if a simple tool called NECPAL can help doctors identify hospitalized patients with advanced chronic diseases who would benefit from palliative care. Researchers will screen 200 adults to see how many have unmet palliative needs and track their health over time. The goal is to improve early support for these patients.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hospital Universitario Infanta Leonor

    Madrid, Madrid, 28023, Spain

  • Hospital Universitario Infanta Leonor

    Madrid, Madrid, 28030, Spain

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