Cancer patients may skip hospital stays with new home care program
NCT ID NCT04544046
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a program that lets cancer patients receive care at home while undergoing chemotherapy or radiation. It includes remote monitoring and home visits to reduce the need for hospital stays or emergency room visits. The goal is to see if this approach improves quality of life and keeps patients out of the hospital.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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