U.S., May 21 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07600294) titled 'Integrated Cancer Services in Thailand: A Prototype for Excellence' on May 14.
Brief Summary: Cancer is a significant health crisis globally and specifically within Thailand, where it affects more than 122,000 individuals every year and leads to approximately 86,000 deaths. Beyond the physical and emotional toll on patients, the disease creates immense social and economic challenges.
In Thailand, cancer treatment costs exceed 26 billion baht (about $800 million USD) annually. Families often face out-of-pocket costs for cancer care that exceed 30% to 40% of their total household income. Furthermore, the aging of Thai society and life...