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NCT02596490 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Couple-Based Meditation for Metastatic Lung Cancer Patients and Their Partners
A NA study of Lung Cancer, sponsored by M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
- Recruiting
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 300
- Enrollment target
- 2
- Study locations
NCT02596490: Recruiting NA study of Lung Cancer, sponsored by M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
NCT02596490 is a NA study of Lung Cancer that is actively recruiting participants, run by M.D. Anderson Cancer Center. The registered enrollment target is 300 participants, below the 935-participant average among 409 other Lung Cancer trials with a reported enrollment target (68% lower). The trial reports 2 study locations across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT02596490, a NA study of Lung Cancer, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
- RECRUITING
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 300 participants
- Enrollment target
- 2
- Study locations
Study Summary
Objectives: Our specific aims are to: Aim 1: Examine the feasibility of a couple-based meditation program in 50 patients with metastatic lung cancer and their partners. Aim 2: Establish the initial efficacy of a couple-based meditation program in patients and their partners regarding physical, psychological, and spiritual quality of life outcomes.
Primary Outcome
Efficacy based on physical, psychological, and spiritual quality of life outcomes. T-tests used to compare the pre-post change in the quality of life (QOL) outcomes between interventions separately for the participants and caregivers.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Questionnaires
- BEHAVIORAL Meditation and Discussion Sessions
- BEHAVIORAL Cancer-Related Discussion Program
Study Locations (2)
Texas
- Memorial Hermann - Houston
- University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center - Houston
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 300 participants |
| Start Date | 2016-04-06 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-12-01 |
| Phase | NA |
What NCT02596490 shows while recruiting
NCT02596490 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registered 300 participants enrollment target is mid-sized for trials with a published cap, below the 935-participant average among 409 other Lung Cancer trials with a reported enrollment target (68% lower).
The record links to 1 condition, with Lung Cancer appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 3 interventions - of which Questionnaires is the first listed.
NCT02596490 reports a single indexed study location in Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT02596490 about?
NCT02596490 is a clinical study titled "Couple-Based Meditation for Metastatic Lung Cancer Patients and Their Partners". Objectives: Our specific aims are to: Aim 1: Examine the feasibility of a couple-based meditation program in 50 patients with metastatic lung cancer and their partners. Aim 2: Establish the initial efficacy of a couple-based meditation program in patients and their partners regarding physical, ps...
What is the current status of trial NCT02596490?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 300 participants. The study started on 2016-04-06. Estimated completion is 2026-12-01.
What conditions does trial NCT02596490 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Lung Cancer.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT02596490?
The interventions under investigation include: Questionnaires (BEHAVIORAL), Meditation and Discussion Sessions (BEHAVIORAL), Cancer-Related Discussion Program (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT02596490?
This trial is sponsored by M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, which has 2,692 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT02596490 being conducted?
This trial has 2 study locations across Texas. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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