Can a simple visit improve tough cancer talks?
NCT ID NCT06993688
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a new approach called RIGHTimeCPV, designed to help children with poor-prognosis cancer and their families talk more openly with doctors about the future. Participants choose a communication companion and attend a special visit to share their preferences. The goal is to see if this approach is practical and helpful for families and doctors.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Communication Preferences Visit (CPV) with a companion
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this approach could help families and doctors have more honest, personalized conversations about what to expect from cancer, improving emotional support and shared decision-making.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small pilot study focused on feasibility, not on changing health outcomes. It may not work for everyone or lead to lasting changes in how doctors communicate.
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Conditions
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Contact
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Locations
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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
RECRUITINGMemphis, Tennessee, 38105, United States
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