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Official title A Chaplain-clinician Led Spiritual Care (PEACE) Intervention on Spiritual/Religious Beliefs Related to Medical Care in Patients With Advanced Cancer: a Pilot Clinical Trial
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07246954
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- To examine the feasibility and acceptability of chaplain-clinician led spiritual care (PEACE: Perception, Exploring, Addressing, Compassionate Connection, Embracing) intervention in patients with advanced cancer.
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
- Eligibility Criteria
- Participants with advanced cancer (locally advanced, metastatic, recurrent, or incurable) seen by the participant supportive/palliative care mobile...
- Respond "somewhat to A great deal" to the question in the RBEC questionnaire "I will accept every possible medical treatment because my faith tells...
- Participant s aged 18 years or over.
- Karnofsky performance status ≥30% at time of inclusion into study.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Eligibility Criteria
- Participants with advanced cancer (locally advanced, metastatic, recurrent, or incurable) seen by the participant supportive/palliative care mobile team at MD Anderson Cancer Center.
- Respond "somewhat to A great deal" to the question in the RBEC questionnaire "I will accept every possible medical treatment because my faith tells me to do everything I can to stay alive longer".
- Participant s aged 18 years or over.
- Karnofsky performance status ≥30% at time of inclusion into study.
- Normal cognitive status as determined by the supportive care clinicians based on the ability to understand the nature of the study and consent process.
- Only English-speaking, as determined by their ability to understand the informed consent, the intervention, and the assessment tools.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Houston, Texas, United States
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 Houston, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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