Table 1 Inclusion and exclusion criteria

Histologically confirmed diagnosis of:

  • Lung cancer:

Age < 18 years

   - small cell - extensive disease/Stage III or IV*

   - non-small cell - stage III or IV*

Unable to provide consent

  • Colorectal cancer: Stage IV or metachronous metastases*

Unable to complete questionnaire in country’s language

   *according to 7th edition of TNM classification and staging system

Less than 3 months anticipated life expectancy

Written informed consent to participate

Taking part in a research study that is evaluating palliative care services or communication strategies.

WHO performance status of 0–3.