Evaluating the needs of people living with incurable cancer
Official title: Routine Evaluation of People Living With Cancer - Body Composition, Physical Function, Systemic Inflammatory Response, Quality of Life and Symptoms
Run by University of Edinburgh · NCT04406662 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is trying to understand the needs and experiences of people living with incurable cancer to help improve their care and treatment options.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 600 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Edinburgh Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Edinburgh) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | July 15, 2020 |
| Main results expected | August 8, 2029 |
| Study ends | August 8, 2029 |
| Registry record updated | July 7, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT04406662 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and over with incurable cancer who are either metastatic or receiving palliative anti-cancer therapy.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with significant concomitant medical or psychiatric issues or those with pacemakers or implantable cardiac defibrillators may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study focuses on individuals with incurable cancer, aiming to gather comprehensive data on their symptoms, quality of life, weight loss, body composition, and physical activity. By understanding the complex interactions between the tumor and the patient, the study seeks to create a holistic characterization of this population. The findings will help identify research priorities and inform the development of new therapeutic approaches. The study involves collecting detailed information from participants aged 18 and over who provide informed consent.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and management of the needs of patients with incurable cancer, enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: While there have been studies focusing on specific aspects of cancer care, this comprehensive approach to characterizing the needs of incurable cancer patients is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients with incurable cancer (metastatic cancer (Clinical, histological, cytological or radiological evidence) or receiving anti-cancer therapy with palliative intent). * Aged 18-years and over * Written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Any concomitant medical or psychiatric problems which, in the opinion of the investigator, would increase the risk of complication for the participant and/or investigator. * Participants will not be able to take part in bio-impedance analysis if they have a pacemaker or implantable cardiac defibrillator.
Where it's running
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St Columba's Hospice
Edinburgh, United Kingdom Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Barry JA Laird, MBCHB MD — St Columba's Hospice/ University of Edinburgh
- Study coordinator: Barry JA Laird, MBCHB MD
- Email: barry.laird@ed.ac.uk
- Phone: 01316518611
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.