Clinical Trial: Symptom Communication in Advanced Cancer
Study Status: Completed
Recruit Status: Completed
Condition:
Communication
Cancer
Symptom, Behavioral
Study Type: Observational
Official Title: A Mixed-Methods Pilot Study of Symptom Communication in Advanced Cancer: Patterns and Associating Factors
Brief Summary:
Background Improving patient-provider communication is a fundamental and cost-effective method to advance patient outcomes, including symptom management which is often the primary goal of care for patients with advanced cancer. Unfortunately, some studies revealed the poor quality of symptom communication among cancer patients and healthcare providers. While these evidences suggest important gaps in communication about symptoms with some of the most vulnerable patients, little is known about the patterns and…
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