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Gastrointestinal Neoplasm Malignant Clinical Trial in Indianapolis, IN

Access cutting-edge gastrointestinal neoplasm malignant treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Indianapolis. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Indiana University

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Indianapolis

    Convenient for IN residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Indianapolis site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Gastrointestinal Neoplasm Malignant Study in Indianapolis

The goal of this clinical trial is to see if telephone support programs help patients and their family caregivers adjust to advanced gastrointestinal cancer. A new telephone counseling program that involves practicing strategies for managing stress and symptoms will be compared to a telephone program involving education on quality-of-life issues and psychosocial support. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does our telephone counseling program lower the negative impact of patients' fatigue on their activities, emotions, and thinking abilities compared to a telephone program involving education and support? Does our telephone counseling program lower family caregivers' feelings of burden compared to a telephone program involving education and support? Participants in both study conditions will: Complete 6 weekly telephone sessions of counseling or education/support Complete a telephone booster session Complete 3 telephone interviews over about 5 months

Sponsor: Indiana University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Patient is at least 3 weeks post-diagnosis of unresectable stage III or stage IV gastrointestinal cancer (i.e., ampullary, anal, appendix, bile duct, colon, esophageal, gallbladder, liver, pancreatic, rectal, small intestine, or stomach cancer) and is receiving cancer care at one of the study sites.
Patient is at least 18 years of age.
Patient can speak and read English.
Patient has an eligible, consenting family caregiver (see criteria below).
Patient has moderate to severe fatigue interference with functioning. Patient

Exclusion Criteria

Patient shows significant psychiatric or cognitive impairment that would preclude providing informed consent and study participation.
Patient reports being able to do little activity on a functional status measure.
Patient is receiving hospice care at screening.
Patient does not have working phone service.
Patient has hearing impairment that precludes participation.
Patient participated in the pilot trial testing the same intervention. Caregiver Inclusion Criteria:
Family caregiver identified by a gastrointestinal cancer patient who meets the eligibility criteria.
Caregiver has significant caregiving burden.
Caregiver lives with the patient or has visited the patient in-person at least twice a week for the past month.
Caregiver is at least 18 years of age.
Caregiver can speak and read English. Caregiver Exclusion Criteria:
Caregiver shows significant psychiatric or cognitive impairment that would preclude providing informed consent and study participation.
Caregiver does not have working phone service.
Caregiver has hearing impairment that precludes participation.
Patient declines study participation.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Indianapolis?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06532877) has an active research site in Indianapolis, IN that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Gastrointestinal Neoplasm Malignant Treatment Options in Indianapolis, IN

If you're searching for gastrointestinal neoplasm malignant treatment options in Indianapolis, IN, this clinical trial (NCT06532877) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Indianapolis research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced gastrointestinal neoplasm malignant specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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