Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Exploring the link between psychological distress and treatment outcomes in lung cancer patients

Official title: the Association of Psychological Distress in Patients With Advanced Lung Cancer Treated With Immunotherapy or Targeted Therapy

Run by Shanghai Chest Hospital · NCT06218901 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how stress and emotional struggles affect the success of cancer treatments in people with advanced lung cancer.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment500 (estimated)
SponsorShanghai Chest Hospital
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsimmunotherapy
Locations1 site (Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 1, 2016
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2027
Study endsDecember 31, 2028
Registry record updatedMay 22, 2025
Trial IDNCT06218901 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older with a histologically confirmed diagnosis of lung cancer.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are unwilling to participate in the clinical trial will 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 investigates how psychological distress affects the efficacy and survival of anti-tumor therapies, including immunotherapy and targeted therapy, in patients with advanced lung cancer. It aims to understand the multi-faceted nature of psychological distress and its impact on coping with cancer and treatment. By analyzing the associations between psychological stress and treatment outcomes, the study seeks to identify potential ways to improve patient care and therapeutic effectiveness.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment strategies that address psychological distress, enhancing the overall efficacy of cancer therapies for patients.

How similar studies have gone: While the approach of linking psychological distress to treatment outcomes is not novel, previous studies have shown varying degrees of success in understanding its impact on cancer therapies.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Histologically proven diagnosis of lung cancer
* 18 years of age or older
* Ability to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent document

Exclusion Criteria:

* Not willing to participate in this clinical trial

Where it's running

  • Shanghai Chest Hospital
    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.