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Phase III Digital Health Trial: SUPPORT+ Mobile App vs Standard Care in Advanced Cancer Palliative Patients — Quality of Life Primary Endpoint

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4 Apr 2026

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The SUPPORT+ trial investigates whether a digital symptom monitoring mobile app can improve quality of life in advanced cancer patients receiving palliative care. Results expected 2027 from this 633-participant Hong Kong study.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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