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Mouth problems in palliative care: are we missing something?

NCT ID NCT07324525

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Medical Center Goettingen Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This survey study explores how common oral health issues like dry mouth and infections are in palliative care patients, and how well healthcare professionals understand dental care. Researchers will ask patients and members of the German Society for Palliative Medicine about their experiences and knowledge. The goal is to find gaps and suggest ways to better include dental care in palliative treatment.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could highlight gaps in dental care for palliative patients and guide better integration of oral health services.
What could go wrong
This is a small, non-interventional survey, so it won't test any treatment. Results may not apply to all palliative care settings.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 151 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Feb 2026

Expected to finish

Jun 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

The study population includes adult, consent-capable patients receiving palliative care at the Palliative Care Department of University Medical Center Göttingen, as well as consent-capable members of the German Society for Palliative Medicine (DGP). Patients are under the care of the palliative team at the clinic, and DGP members represent healthcare professionals involved in palliative care across various disciplines in Germany.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * consent-capable patients receiving palliative care * patients whose health status allows completion of a questionnaire * consent-capable members of the German Society for Palliative Medicine Exclusion Criteria: * Participants under 18 years of age * Individuals who are unable or unwilling to provide informed consent

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As listed by the trial registrant

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Oral health care Oral health-related quality of life Palliative care Palliative care, patient care

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University Medical Center Goettingen

    RECRUITING

    Göttingen, Germany, 37075, Germany

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