Exploring the impact of family companionship on patients with advanced breast cancer

The Effect of Appropriate Family Companionship on the Physical and Mental Health of Patients With Advanced Breast Cancer:A Real World Study

Not applicable Interventional Wuhan Union Hospital, China · NCT06385665

This study is testing whether having family companionship can improve the physical and mental health of patients with advanced breast cancer.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment304 (estimated)
Ages21 Years to 72 Years
SexFemale
SponsorWuhan Union Hospital, China Academic / other
Locations1 site (Wuhan)
Trial IDNCT06385665 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial investigates the companionship needs of patients diagnosed with advanced breast cancer (TNM stage IV). Participants will be divided into two groups: one receiving graded companionship interventions and the other without companionship. The study aims to analyze how effective family companionship affects both the physical and mental health of these patients. By comparing the outcomes between the two groups, the trial seeks to identify the significance of family support in managing advanced breast cancer.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients diagnosed with advanced breast cancer at TNM clinical stage IV.

Not a fit: Patients who are terminally ill, mentally ill, or confused may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the quality of life for patients with advanced breast cancer through improved family support.

How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of graded companionship is novel, similar studies have shown that social support can positively impact patient outcomes.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Breast cancer patients who are pathologically or cytologically diagnosed as cancer
* TNM clinical stage IV

Exclusion Criteria:

* Terminal cancer patients who are mentally ill or confused and refuse to participate in the survey

Where this trial is running

Wuhan

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Breast Cancer
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.