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How do you counsel patients who are candidates for a clinical trial regarding their options?

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Gynecologic Oncology · Virginia Commonwealth University Health System

I typically discuss the option with patients as early as possible in their diagnosis, and explain that at some point during their treatment they may become a candidate for a clinical trial. I discuss resources to look into clinical trials and what they mean for patients. We discuss patient website r...

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Medical Oncology · Yale School of Medicine

I agree with Dr. @Dr. First Last's comments.

In addition, for patients with metastatic disease, I tell them that each time we need to make a change of therapy we will discuss standard options and clinical trial options. I also take time to explain the clinical trial life cycle of Phase I, II, and II...

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