Simple computer alert may help doctors give better end-of-life care
NCT ID NCT05502861
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a computer alert that reminds doctors to provide palliative care for seriously ill patients in the hospital. Over 18,800 adults at high risk of dying within six months took part across six hospitals. The goal was to see if the alert helps patients spend more days at home and improves their quality of care.
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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