Tele-Palliative Care for Graft-versus-Host Disease
(cGVHDTele-PC Trial)
Trial Summary
Do I need to stop my current medications to join the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It is best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Tele-palliative care visit for Graft-versus-Host Disease?
Research shows that tele-palliative care can improve quality of life and reduce symptom burden for patients with advanced diseases, and it also benefits caregivers by improving mood and reducing burden. While specific data for Graft-versus-Host Disease is not available, these findings suggest potential benefits for similar conditions.12345
How does the treatment Tele-palliative care visit differ from other treatments for graft-versus-host disease?
Tele-palliative care visits offer a unique approach by using virtual consultations to provide palliative care, which can improve access to care and reduce stress for patients and caregivers by eliminating the need for travel. This method is particularly beneficial for those in remote areas or with limited access to specialized care, making it different from traditional in-person treatments.35678
What is the purpose of this trial?
This research study is evaluating the feasibility and acceptability of implementing a telehealth palliative care intervention in patients with moderate to severe chronic graft-versus-host disease.
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for adults over 18 with moderate to severe chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD) as assessed by their oncologist. Participants must understand and speak English well enough to answer questions. Those with acute psychiatric or cognitive conditions, or who are already in palliative care, cannot join.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Tele-Palliative Care Intervention
Participants receive a monthly at-home consultation with a specialty palliative care clinician via video-conference tele-health visit
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after the intervention
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Tele-palliative care visit
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Massachusetts General Hospital
Lead Sponsor