By participating in a clinical trial, you can help future patients with similar conditions by contributing to important medical research. When you participate in a clinical trial, you contribute to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and illnesses
All trials have different timelines due to various factors, such as the trial phase, study design, treatment duration or health condition being studied. During the consent process before enrolling, the research team will explain the specifics about the trial.
The clinical research team will determine whether you are an appropriate candidate for a clinical trial based on specific inclusion and exclusion criteria. These criteria will be described in detail in the consent paperwork and study protocol and may vary significantly between different clinical trials.
Inclusion criteria are characteristics that someone must have to join a clinical trial.
Exclusion criteria are characteristics that someone cannot have in order to participate in a clinical trial.
If enrolled in a study, there is no cost to you and medical insurance is not required. All appointments, procedures and medications are covered by the sponsor of the study. You may withdraw from a study at any time.