Effects of Opioid Drugs on Sleep and Emotion in Patients With Moderate to Severe Cancer Pain (NCT07616648) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effects of Opioid Drugs on Sleep and Emotion in Patients With Moderate to Severe Cancer Pain
China200 participantsStarted 2026-04-15
Plain-language summary
This study is a multicenter cross-sectional observational study, aiming to include approximately 200 patients aged 18-75 years who are using hydrocodone sustained-release tablets or oxycodone sustained-release tablets for pain management of moderate to severe cancer pain. Baseline information, tumor history, and comorbidities of the subjects will be collected through electronic patient-reported outcomes (ePRO), and the pain condition will be evaluated using BPI, acute pain assessment tools, etc. Sleep-related indicators will be collected using Huawei smart wearable devices and PSQI, ISI scales. Psychological emotional states will be assessed using NCCN psychological distress thermometer, HAMA, HAMD, etc. Blood samples will also be collected for relevant tests. The study sets up a screening baseline assessment period, a 1-week assessment period, and 1-month and 3-month follow-up periods after enrollment. The changes in relevant indicators will be tracked throughout the process, aiming to quantify the association between pain and insomnia, anxiety and depression, and to verify the potential mediating role of sleep disorders between pain and emotional disorders, providing a basis for optimizing the comprehensive symptom management of cancer pain patients.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 75 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion criteria
. Aged 18-75 years.
. Histopathologically or cytologically confirmed diagnosis of malignancy, with moderate to severe cancer-related pain (NRS ≥ 4 points), meeting the WHO three-step analgesic ladder principle, having received opioid analgesic therapy for at least one week with a stable dose and well-controlled pain.
. ECOG performance status score ≤ 3.
. Possess basic cognitive function and ability to complete questionnaire-based assessments and wristband-based sleep monitoring.
. Voluntarily sign the informed consent form and agree to comply with the study follow-up procedures.
Exclusion criteria
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
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Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) Pain Score
Timeframe: Treatment day 1 to day 7,1-month follow-up, 3-month follow-up
Trial details
NCT IDNCT07616648
SponsorFirst Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University