New treatment option for Acute Leukemia
Official title Emotion and Symptom-Focused Engagement Trial for Individuals With Acute Leukemia
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04224974
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to find out whether a novel manualized intervention, called Emotion and Symptom-focused Engagement (EASE), that combines psychological support with symptom screening plus triggered referral to early palliative care for symptom control, reduces psychological distress and physical symptom burden in individuals newly diagnosed with acute leukemia. To do this, half of the participants in this study will receive the usual care offered to patients with acute leukemia and half of the participants will receive usual care plus the EASE intervention.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Newly diagnosed AL (acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) in blast crisis; T-cell...
- Receiving or expected to receive induction therapy with curative intent at the time of recruitment.
- Age ≥ 18 years.
- Ability to pass the cognitive screening test at the time of recruitment (Short Orientation-Memory-Concentration Test (SOMC) score ≥ 20), unless...
- Patient is fluent in English and is able (i.e. sufficiently literate and competent) and willing to complete the baseline questionnaires in English...
You likely can't join if
- Major communication difficulties at the time of recruitment, as assessed by the research team (e.g. severe hearing impairment or inability to speak).
- Receiving on-site (in hospital) psychological/psychiatric counseling at the time of recruitment.
- Receiving on-site (in hospital) palliative care services at the time of recruitment.
- A diagnosis of acute promyelocytic leukemia.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
- Kingston, Ontario, Canada
- Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hamilton, Ontario, Canada; Kingston, Ontario, Canada; Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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