NCT07858760 Study of the Care Pathway of Patients Admitted to the Palliative Care Unit of Strasbourg University Hospital From Their Home in 2025
| NCT ID | NCT07858760 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Strasbourg, France |
| Condition | Advanced Chronic Disease |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 80 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-02-22 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-11-30 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.
This trial targets 80 participants in total. It began in 2026-02-22 with a primary completion date of 2026-11-30.
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Brief Summary
Palliative care aims to improve the quality of life of patients with life-threatening illnesses and their families through early identification, assessment, and management of physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs. The demand for palliative care is steadily increasing due to population aging, the rising prevalence of chronic diseases, and earlier identification of palliative needs. In France, access to palliative care remains insufficient, with only about half of estimated needs currently met. Early integration of palliative care has been shown to improve quality of life, reduce depressive symptoms, and limit aggressive interventions at the end of life, particularly in oncology, with emerging evidence supporting similar benefits in non-cancer chronic diseases. At the same time, healthcare systems face significant pressure, including limited hospital bed capacity and overcrowded emergency departments, highlighting the importance of optimizing care pathways. This retrospective study aims to analyze the care pathways of patients admitted to the palliative care unit of Strasbourg University Hospitals from their home in 2025. It will compare direct admissions to those preceded by an emergency department visit and identify clinical, organizational, and social factors associated with direct admission. The findings are expected to inform strategies to improve access to palliative care, promote home-based management when appropriate, and reduce avoidable emergency department utilization.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged ≥18 years * Patients admitted to the palliative care unit (UnASP) from home or via the emergency department between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025 Exclusion Criteria: * Patients transferred from hospital departments other than the emergency department
Contact & Investigator
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07858760 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Advanced Chronic Disease. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07858760 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07858760 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at catherine.lamouille@chru-strasbourg.fr for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07858760 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Strasbourg, France.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07858760 clinical trial?
NCT07858760 is sponsored by University Hospital, Strasbourg, France. The trial plans to enroll 80 participants.