Understanding what makes palliative care effective for patients with metastatic cancer
Determinants of Palliative Care Effectiveness for Patients with Metastatic Cancer
This study looks at how different parts of palliative care teams can improve the quality of life for people with advanced cancer, aiming to find the best ways to support patients and help hospitals provide better care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R37 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11044074 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how different aspects of palliative care teams impact the quality of life for patients with advanced cancer. It aims to quantify the relationship between specialist palliative care and end-of-life quality metrics, while also exploring how variations in team characteristics and operational methods affect care delivery. By utilizing both quantitative and qualitative research methods, the study seeks to identify best practices in palliative care that can enhance patient outcomes. The findings could help hospitals implement more effective palliative care programs tailored to patient needs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with advanced metastatic cancer who are seeking palliative care services.
Not a fit: Patients with early-stage cancer or those not receiving palliative care may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved quality of life and better end-of-life care for patients with metastatic cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that specialist palliative care can improve patient outcomes, indicating that this research builds on established findings while addressing gaps in knowledge.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Columbia University Health Sciences — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hua, May — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Hua, May
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.