New app aims to bring palliative care to lung patients at home
NCT ID NCT07269262
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a mobile app called SUPPORT-T that helps patients with progressive pulmonary fibrosis and their caregivers access palliative care from home. The app includes nurse-guided telehealth visits and virtual support groups over one year. Researchers want to see if the app is easy to use and acceptable to patients, especially those in rural areas.
What this could mean
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Active substance
SUPPORT-T mobile application with nurse-guided telehealth sessions and virtual support groups
What this could lead to
If successful, this app could make palliative care more accessible for people with progressive lung disease, especially those in rural areas.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study focused on feasibility, not on proving the app improves health outcomes. The results may not apply to broader populations.
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Medical University of South Carolina
RECRUITINGCharleston, South Carolina, 29425, United States
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