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Screening for Supportive Care Needs of Oncological Patients and Professionals - Evaluation of a Short PRO-question Set

Germany900 participantsStarted 2025-12-01

Plain-language summary

The systematic recording of patient-reported symptoms and health-related quality of life (patient-reported outcomes, PROs) is a central component of oncological care. Currently, however, screening for support needs in German hospitals is inconsistent and uses different assessment tools, leading to heterogeneity, redundant surveys, and limited comparability of results. This complicates standardized, patient-centered, and cross-sector care, as well as the early identification of therapy-associated side effects and support needs. The aim of the study is to investigate the acceptance and relevance of the core set of questions from the perspective of both cancer patients and professional healthcare providers. Cancer patient acceptance will be measured by the proportion of fully completed questionnaires, while cancer patient relevance will be assessed using a feedback form. The professional perspective will be gathered through guided feedback in quality circles conducted regularly in accordance with internal standards

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥ 18 years * Capacity to give consent * Cancer patients * Sufficient understanding of the German language Exclusion Criteria: * Minors * Lack of capacity to give consent * Insufficient knowledge of German

Questions worth asking your doctor

Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.

1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.

What they're measuring

Proportion of Participants with Complete Core Question Set Completion at Baseline

Timeframe: Baseline

Participant-Reported Acceptance Score (Study-Specific Acceptance Feedback Questionnaire) at Baseline

Timeframe: Baseline

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07505498

SponsorUniversity Medical Center Goettingen

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2027-01-01

Contact for this trial

Sabrina Dr. Sulzer

0551 39 62313 sabrina.sulzer@med.uni-goettingen.de

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