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Ottenhausen M, Renovanz M, Bartz I, Poplawski A, Kalasauskas D, Krenzlin H, Keric N, Ringel F. Use of complementary therapies and supportive measures of patients with intracranial gliomas-a prospective evaluation in an outpatient clinic. J Neurooncol 2024; 168:507-513. [PMID: 38709354 PMCID: PMC11186898 DOI: 10.1007/s11060-024-04696-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2024] [Accepted: 04/23/2024] [Indexed: 05/07/2024]
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PURPOSE Patients with intracranial gliomas frequently seek for complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), in addition to guideline-directed therapy. In this study, we therefore assessed patients' information needs regarding treatment and support, and evaluated their attitudes toward experimental trials and alternative therapies. METHODS A prospective, cross-sectional, descriptive survey was conducted in our center. We developed an interview focusing on how patients obtain further information about therapy and the use of alternative/complementary therapies. RESULTS A total of 102 patients participated in the survey. 50% (n = 51) of patients reported that they had not attempted any additional therapies. When patients attempted self-therapy, it was most commonly in the areas of nutrition (25%, n = 26) and dietary supplements (17%, n = 17). Alternative or complementary therapies were used by 14% (n = 14) of the patients. Younger age (Odds ratio (OR) 0.96 (95% Confidence interval (CI) 0.92-0.99, p = 0.012) and tumor entity (OR 5.01 (95% CI 1.66-15.11, p = 0.004) for grade 4 vs. 3 tumors and OR 7.22 (95% CI 1.99-26.28) for grade 4 vs. other tumors p = 0.003) were significantly associated with a greater interest in CAM. CONCLUSIONS Interest in complementary and alternative medicine, as well as nutrition and dietary supplements is high (51%) among glioma patients, and significantly higher among younger patients and those with a worse diagnosis (WHO grade 4). A comprehensive approach to information, including paramedical topics, is needed to provide optimal patient counseling and care for glioma patients.
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- Malte Ottenhausen
- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medical Center Mainz, Mainz, Germany.
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- Department of Neurology & Interdisciplinary Neuro-Oncology, Hertie Institute for Clinical Brain Research, Eberhard-Karls-University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
- Center for Neuro-Oncology, Comprehensive Cancer Center Tübingen-Stuttgart, University Hospital Tübingen, Eberhard Karls University, Tübingen, Germany
- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medical Center Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Informatics (IMBEI), University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, 55131, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medical Center Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medical Center Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medical Center Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medical Center Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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Pillai GS, Sheeba CS, Barman M, Sen A, Sundaram N, Dickson M, Joyal S, Choudhury M, Joy MM, Deepthi KG, Jangid P, Abhilash A. Attitude and perception toward clinical trials in India among patients and patient bystanders visiting the Indian Ophthalmology Clinical Trial Network: A multi-centric, cross-sectional survey. Indian J Ophthalmol 2023; 71:3335-3342. [PMID: 37787231 PMCID: PMC10683704 DOI: 10.4103/ijo.ijo_3035_22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2022] [Revised: 06/16/2023] [Accepted: 06/22/2023] [Indexed: 10/04/2023] Open
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Purpose Advances in patient treatment depend heavily on clinical trials (CTs). Patient volunteers for CT are tougher to recruit and retain. In order to administer CTs effectively, it is necessary to comprehend how the public views and perceives participating in them. The study assessed the perception and attitudes of patients and bystanders toward CTs in India. Methods This was a multi-centric, cross-sectional study among patients and bystanders using a questionnaire that consisted of socio-demographic characteristics and questions on knowledge and attitude toward participation in CTs. The minimum sample size estimated for the survey was 750. Results A total of 1260 respondents (patients and bystanders) had participated in the survey. 42% of total respondents were aware about CTs. Unawareness regarding (i) voluntary power of an individual to participate in a CT (only 47%), (ii) entitled benefits of free treatment and medical insurance during enrolment in a CT (only 47%), and (iii) only 16% of the respondents knew involvement of human subjects in CT were the major highlights among those who had prior knowledge about CTs. Education was the most pervasive factor in shaping positive perception among the respondents. Occupation was another ubiquitous factor in shaping their perception regarding CTs. Conclusion The majority of respondents were not aware of CTs. The major concerns observed were time consumption and harmful nature of CTs that influenced their unwillingness to participate in CTs. Initiatives such as awareness campaigns and survey assessments that would result in scientifically effective health service policies would be strategic methods to enhance CT participation.
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- Gopal S Pillai
- Department of Ophthalmology and Chief of Vitreo- Retinal Services, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, Kerala, India
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Regional Institute of Ophthalmology, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
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- Department of Vitreo-Retina, Sri Sankaradeva Nethralaya, Guwahati, Assam, India
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- Head of Department of Vitreo-Retina and Uvea, Sri Sadguru Netra Chikitsalaya (SNC), Chitrakoot, Madhya Pradesh, India
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- Chief of Vitreo-Retinal Services Department, Aditya Jyot Eye Hospital Pvt. Ltd. (AJEH), Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- IOCTN-BIRAC Project, AIMS Kochi, Kerala, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, Kerala, India
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- IOCTN-BIRAC Project, AIMS Kochi, Kerala, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, Kerala, India
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- IOCTN - BIRAC Project, Sri Sankaradeva Nethralaya, Guwahati, Assam, Sri Sankaradeva Nethralaya, Guwahati, Assam, India
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- IOCTN-BIRAC Project, AIMS Kochi, Kerala, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, Kerala, India
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- IOCTN - BIRAC Project, RIO Thiruvanthapuram, Kerala, Regional Institute of Ophthalmology, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
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- IOCTN - BIRAC Project, SNC Chitrakoot, Madhya Pradesh, Shri Sadguru Netra Chikitsalaya, Chitrakoot, Madhya Pradesh, India
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- IOCTN - BIRAC Project, AJEH, Mumbai, Maharashtra, Aditya Jyot Eye Hospital Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Pahus L, Suehs CM, Halimi L, Bourdin A, Chanez P, Jaffuel D, Marciano J, Gamez AS, Vachier I, Molinari N. Patient distrust in pharmaceutical companies: an explanation for women under-representation in respiratory clinical trials? BMC Med Ethics 2020; 21:72. [PMID: 32791969 PMCID: PMC7424561 DOI: 10.1186/s12910-020-00509-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2019] [Accepted: 07/23/2020] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Patient skepticism concerning medical innovations can have major consequences for current public health and may threaten future progress, which greatly relies on clinical research. The primary objective of this study is to determine the variables associated with patient acceptation or refusal to participate in clinical research. Specifically, we sought to evaluate if distrust in pharmaceutical companies and associated psychosocial factors could represent a recruitment bias in clinical trials and thus threaten the applicability of their results. METHODS This prospective, multicenter survey consisted in the administration of a self-questionnaire to patients during a pulmonology consultation. The 1025 questionnaires distributed collected demographics, socio-professional and basic health literacy characteristics. Patients were asked to rank their level of trust for pharmaceutical companies and indicate their willingness to participate in different categories of research (pre or post marketing, sponsored by an academic institution or pharmaceutical company). Logistic regression was used to determine factors contributing to "trust" versus "distrust" group membership and willingness to participate in each category of research. RESULTS One thousand patients completed the survey, corresponding to a response rate of 97.5%. Data from 838 patients were analyzed in this study. 48.3% of respondents declared that they trusted pharmaceutical companies, while 35.5% declared distrust. Being female (p = 0.042), inactive in the employment market(p = 0.007), and not-knowing the name of one's disease(p = 0.010) are factors related to declared distrust. Distrust-group membership is associated with unwillingness to participate in certain categories of trials such as pre-marketing and industry-sponsored trials. CONCLUSION Distrust in pharmaceutical companies is associated with a specific patient profile and with refusal to participate in certain subcategories of trials. This potential recruitment bias may explain the under-representation of certain categories of patients such as women in pre-marketing drug trials.
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- Laurie Pahus
- Aix Marseille Univ, APHM, Hôpital NORD, CIC 9502, Clinique des bronches allergies et sommeil, Chemin des Bourrely, 13015, Marseille, France.
- Aix Marseille Univ, CNRS, EFS, ADES, Marseille, France.
- Aix Marseille Univ, INSERM U1263, INRA 1260 (C2VN), Marseille, France.
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- Department of Respiratory Diseases, Univ Montpellier, CHU Montpellier, Montpellier, France
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- Department of Respiratory Diseases, Univ Montpellier, CHU Montpellier, Montpellier, France
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- Department of Respiratory Diseases, Univ Montpellier, CHU Montpellier, Montpellier, France
- PhyMedExp, Univ Montpellier, CNRS, INSERM, CHU Montpellier, Montpellier, France
- Association pour l'Assistance et la Réhabilitation à Domicile (APARD), Montpellier, France
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- Aix Marseille Univ, APHM, Hôpital NORD, CIC 9502, Clinique des bronches allergies et sommeil, Chemin des Bourrely, 13015, Marseille, France
- Aix Marseille Univ, INSERM U1263, INRA 1260 (C2VN), Marseille, France
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- Department of Respiratory Diseases, Univ Montpellier, CHU Montpellier, Montpellier, France
- Association pour l'Assistance et la Réhabilitation à Domicile (APARD), Montpellier, France
- Polyclinique Saint-Privat, Maladies Respiratoires et Troubles Respiratoires du Sommeil, Boujan sur Libron, France
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- Department of Respiratory Diseases, Univ Montpellier, CHU Montpellier, Montpellier, France
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- Department of Respiratory Diseases, Univ Montpellier, CHU Montpellier, Montpellier, France
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- IMAG, CNRS, Univ Montpellier, CHU Montpellier, Montpellier, France
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Park JH, Lee JS, Koo H, Kim JE, Ahn JH, Ryu MH, Park SR, Yoon SK, Lee JC, Hong YS, Kim SY, Kim KP, Yoo CH, Hong JY, Lee JL, Jung KH, Rhyoo BY, Kim TW. How Cancer Patients Perceive Clinical Trials (CTs) in the Era of CTs: Current Perception and Its Differences Between Common and Rare Cancers. JOURNAL OF CANCER EDUCATION : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR CANCER EDUCATION 2020; 35:545-556. [PMID: 30820925 DOI: 10.1007/s13187-019-01494-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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Perception has recently been highlighted as a critical determinant for participation in clinical trials (CTs) among cancer patients. We evaluated cancer patients' current perceptions of CTs using the PARTAKE questionnaires, focusing on differences between patients with common and rare cancers. From November 2015 to May 2017, we prospectively surveyed patients who had received anti-cancer treatment at Asan Medical Center. Among 333 respondents, 70.9% had common and 29.1% had rare cancers. In the cohort, 87.7% of patients with common cancers and 75.3% of patients with rare cancers answered that they heard of and knew about CTs. However, willingness to participate in CTs was expressed only in approximately 56% of patients, although it was significantly associated with awareness and perception. Surprisingly, patients with rare cancers when compared with patients with common cancers showed significantly lower levels of awareness and perception (64.2% vs 79.9%, p = 0.003 and 77.3% vs 91.9%, p < 0.001), and consequently less willingness to participate in CTs (47.4% vs 58.9%, p = 0.06). In addition, cancer patients still harbored fear and concerns about safety and reward of CTs, and demonstrated substantial lack of knowledge about the voluntary nature of CTs, which was more obvious in patients with rare cancers. We identified relatively modest willingness of cancer patients to participate in CTs regardless of generally favorable perception. These findings are highlighted by the more negative perception of CTs among patients with rare cancers relative to those with common cancers. Further education and encouragement by research and public entities seem essential to improve motivation of CTs in cancer patients beyond good perception, especially for patients with rare cancers.
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- Ji Hyun Park
- Departments of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05505, South Korea
- Department of Hemato-oncology, Konkuk Medical Center, University of Konkuk College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Clinical Research Center, Asan Institute of Life Sciences, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea
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- Clinical Research Center, Asan Institute of Life Sciences, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea
- Korea Clinical Trials Global Initiative, Seoul, South Korea
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- Departments of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05505, South Korea
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- Departments of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05505, South Korea
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- Departments of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05505, South Korea
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- Departments of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05505, South Korea
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- Departments of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05505, South Korea
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- Departments of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05505, South Korea
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- Departments of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05505, South Korea
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- Departments of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05505, South Korea
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- Departments of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05505, South Korea
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- Departments of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05505, South Korea
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- Departments of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05505, South Korea
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- Departments of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05505, South Korea
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- Departments of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05505, South Korea
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- Departments of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05505, South Korea
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- Departments of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05505, South Korea.
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Patients' perspectives on participation in clinical trials and subsequent ethical challenges in a hospital setting in Jordan. Int J Clin Pharm 2020; 42:201-208. [PMID: 32056053 DOI: 10.1007/s11096-019-00959-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2019] [Accepted: 12/21/2019] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Background The number of global clinical trials is increasing. Recruitment rate in clinical trials is a challenging task that affects sample size, power of the study, and adequate representation of the targeted population. An understanding of the worries and reasons why patients may refrain from participation in trials may lead to improved enrollment rates. Objectives To assess the rate of patients who are willing to participate in clinical trials, and aspects that might have an impact on the patients' willingness to participate. Setting Government tertiary hospital in Jordan. Methods This is a cross-sectional study. Patients were interviewed by pharmacists in different clinics in a tertiary hospital and information was collected using a data collection sheet. Main outcome measure Factors that might predict the inclination of a patient to participate in clinical trials, and the rate of willingness to participation in randomized controlled trials in cancer patients compared to non-cancer patients. Results A total of 1193 participants were enrolled in the study, one hundred and thirty-five participants (11.3%) had cancer and 80% of the participants had at least one chronic medical condition. Majority of patients (n = 882, 73.9%) believed that trials were safe and 1106 (92.7%) patients thought they were important. Age, education level, income, having cancer or any chronic medical condition, and degree of control of chronic diseases were statistically significant predictors of the willingness of patients to participate in trials. Patients with cancer had a higher rate of acceptance to participation in randomized controlled trials compared to non-cancer patients, 80.0% versus 62.4%, p value < 0.001. Conclusion In general, almost two-thirds of patients were willing to participate in clinical trials, with a higher rate in cancer patients. Factors such as education level, income, and extent of control of medical conditions that might refrain patients from enrollment in trials will lower recruitment rate and must be addressed and taken into consideration before launching clinical trials.
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Hwangbo Y, Son GM, Kim KH, Kwon MS, Kim KH. Colorectal cancer survivors’ willingness to participate in a hypothetical clinical trial of Korean medicine: A cross-sectional study. Eur J Integr Med 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eujim.2019.101033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Detoc M, Touche C, Charles R, Lucht F, Gagneux-Brunon A, Botelho-Nevers E. Primary physicians' attitudes toward their patients receiving a proposal to participate in a vaccine trial. Hum Vaccin Immunother 2019; 15:2969-2979. [PMID: 31241393 DOI: 10.1080/21645515.2019.1625646] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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A trustworthy relationship between primary physicians (PPs) and their patients is crucial for vaccine acceptance. Little is known about attitudes of PPs toward participation of their patients in a preventive vaccine trial (PVT) proposed by investigation sites.A cross-sectional study was conducted in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region (France) including an anonymous questionnaire for general practitioners (GPs) and other specialists as well as face-to-face interviews. A scenario of a patient, with chronic medical conditions, invited to participate in a PVT and reporting this situation to his/her PP was drawn up. PPs' attitudes were assessed in quantitative approach by a 5-point Likert scale and in qualitative approach by semi-directed individual interviews.Among the 521 respondents to the questionnaire, 429 (82.3%) were GPs and 92 (17.7%) were other specialists. Only 7.5% (39/521) of respondents regularly practice clinical research. Confronted with the scenario, 312 respondents (59.8%) declared they would give their opinion spontaneously. Before giving their opinion, PPs would like more information about the trial (91.4%, n = 476). Whatever their attitude, 488 (93.7%) would be influenced by available safety data. Face-to-face interviews confirmed that PPs lack of knowledge about clinical research, and would like to obtain information from investigators, particularly about safety.PPs seem to be concerned by the decision of their patients to participate or not in a PVT but would like more information about the trial and clinical research before giving their opinion. Getting PPs to be more involved in the enrollment of patients in PVT may improve recruitment.
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- Maelle Detoc
- Clinical trial center, INSERM CICEC 1408, University Hospital of Saint-Etienne, Saint-Etienne, France.,Groupe Immunité Muqueuse et Agents Pathogènes (GIMAP), EA3064 - Medical School of Saint-Etienne, University of Lyon, Saint-Etienne, France
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- General Practice Department, University of Lyon, Saint-Etienne, France
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- General Practice Department, University of Lyon, Saint-Etienne, France
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- Clinical trial center, INSERM CICEC 1408, University Hospital of Saint-Etienne, Saint-Etienne, France.,Groupe Immunité Muqueuse et Agents Pathogènes (GIMAP), EA3064 - Medical School of Saint-Etienne, University of Lyon, Saint-Etienne, France
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- Clinical trial center, INSERM CICEC 1408, University Hospital of Saint-Etienne, Saint-Etienne, France.,Groupe Immunité Muqueuse et Agents Pathogènes (GIMAP), EA3064 - Medical School of Saint-Etienne, University of Lyon, Saint-Etienne, France
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- Clinical trial center, INSERM CICEC 1408, University Hospital of Saint-Etienne, Saint-Etienne, France.,Groupe Immunité Muqueuse et Agents Pathogènes (GIMAP), EA3064 - Medical School of Saint-Etienne, University of Lyon, Saint-Etienne, France
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Al-Lawati H, Al-Baimani K, Al-Zadjali M, Al-Obaidani N, Al-Kiyumi Z, Al-Khabori MK. Knowledge and Attitudes Towards Clinical Trial Participation in Oman: A cross-sectional study. Sultan Qaboos Univ Med J 2018; 18:e54-e60. [PMID: 29666682 DOI: 10.18295/squmj.2018.18.01.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2017] [Revised: 11/29/2017] [Accepted: 12/14/2017] [Indexed: 01/19/2023] Open
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Objectives Clinical trials are prospective studies on human subjects designed to answer various clinical questions. However, only a limited number of clinical trials have been conducted in Oman. This study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitudes of Omani patients and their relatives towards participating in clinical trials. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted between October 2015 and March 2016 among 174 patients and relatives attending the Haematology and Oncology Outpatient Clinics and Day Care Unit of the Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Muscat, Oman. A self-administered questionnaire was designed to elicit participants' knowledge of and attitudes towards participation in clinical trials. Results A total of 100 patients and relatives agreed to take part in the study (response rate: 57.5%). The male-to-female ratio was 1:1.2. Only 31.3% of the studied population knew what clinical trials were and only 6.5% had themselves previously participated in a clinical trial. The majority agreed or strongly agreed that they would participate in clinical trials related to their own condition (59.2%). Overall, 89.7% expected to be informed about potential clinical trials by their treating physicians. Conclusion Omanis had a low level of knowledge of clinical trials and a very low rate of previous participation in such trials, despite a moderate level of interest. Patients should therefore be educated and informed of ongoing clinical trials in order to improve participation rates for clinical trials conducted in Oman.
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- Hussain Al-Lawati
- College of Medicine & Health Sciences, Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman
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- Department of Medicine, Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Muscat, Oman
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- Department of Nursing, Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Muscat, Oman
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- Department of Nursing, Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Muscat, Oman
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- Department of Nursing, Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Muscat, Oman
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Lim Y, Lim JM, Jeong WJ, Lee KH, Keam B, Kim TY, Kim TM, Han SW, Oh DY, Kim DW, Kim TY, Heo DS, Bang YJ, Im SA. Korean Cancer Patients' Awareness of Clinical Trials, Perceptions on the Benefit and Willingness to Participate. Cancer Res Treat 2017; 49:1033-1043. [PMID: 28392549 PMCID: PMC5654169 DOI: 10.4143/crt.2016.413] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2016] [Accepted: 01/03/2017] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to assess current levels of awareness of clinical trials (CTs), perceptions regarding their benefits and willingness to participate to CTs among Korean cancer patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS From December 2012 to August 2015, we distributed questionnaires to cancer patients receiving systemic anti-cancer therapy at Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea. RESULTS A total of 397 out of 520 requested patients (76.3%) responded to the survey. Among the 397 patients, 62.5% were female and the median age was 52 years. Overall, 97.4% (387/397) answered that they have at least heard of CTs. When asked about their level of awareness, 23.8% (92/387) answered that they could more than roughly explain about CTs. The average visual analogue scale score of CT benefit in all patients was 6.43 (standard deviation, 2.20). Patients who were only familiar with the term without detailed knowledge of the contents had the least expectation of benefit from CTs (p=0.015). When asked about their willingness to participate in CTs, 56.7% (225/397) answered positively. Patients with higher levels of awareness of CTs showed higher willingness to participate (p < 0.001). Heavily treated patients and patients with previous experience regarding CTs also showed a higher willingness to participate (p < 0.001). The perceived benefit of CTs was higher in the group willing to participate (p=0.026). CONCLUSION The patient's level of awareness regarding CTs was positively related to the positive perception and willingness to participate. Although the general awareness of CTs was high, a relatively large proportion of patients did not have accurate knowledge; therefore, proper and accurate patient education is necessary.
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- Yoojoo Lim
- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea.,Translational Medicine Major, Department of Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Cancer Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Cancer Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea.,Cancer Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea.,Cancer Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea.,Cancer Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea.,Cancer Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea.,Cancer Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea.,Translational Medicine Major, Department of Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.,Cancer Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea.,Translational Medicine Major, Department of Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.,Cancer Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea.,Translational Medicine Major, Department of Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.,Cancer Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.,Department of Molecular Medicine and Biopharmaceutical Sciences, Graduate School of Convergence Science and Technology, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea.,Cancer Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea.,Cancer Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.,Department of Molecular Medicine and Biopharmaceutical Sciences, Graduate School of Convergence Science and Technology, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea.,Translational Medicine Major, Department of Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.,Cancer Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Choi YJ, Beck SH, Kang WY, Yoo S, Kim SY, Lee JS, Burt T, Kim TW. Knowledge and Perception about Clinical Research Shapes Behavior: Face to Face Survey in Korean General Public. J Korean Med Sci 2016; 31:674-81. [PMID: 27134486 PMCID: PMC4835590 DOI: 10.3346/jkms.2016.31.5.674] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2015] [Accepted: 02/17/2016] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Considering general public as potential patients, identifying factors that hinder public participation poses great importance, especially in a research environment where demands for clinical trial participants outpace the supply. Hence, the aim of this study was to evaluate knowledge and perception about clinical research in general public. A total of 400 Seoul residents with no previous experience of clinical trial participation were selected, as representative of population in Seoul in terms of age and sex. To minimize selection bias, every fifth passer-by was invited to interview, and if in a cluster, person on the very right side was asked. To ensure the uniform use of survey, written instructions have been added to the questionnaire. Followed by pilot test in 40 subjects, the survey was administered face-to-face in December 2014. To investigate how perception shapes behavior, we compared perception scores in those who expressed willingness to participate and those who did not. Remarkably higher percentage of responders stated that they have heard of clinical research, and knew someone who participated (both, P < 0.001) compared to India. Yet, the percentage of responders expressed willingness to participate was 39.3%, a significantly lower rate than the result of the India (58.9% vs. 39.3%, P < 0.001). Treatment benefit was the single most influential reason for participation, followed by financial gain. Concern about safety was the main reason for refusal, succeeded by fear and lack of trust. Public awareness and educational programs addressing these negative perceptions and lack of knowledge will be effective in enhancing public engaged in clinical research.
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- Yun Jung Choi
- Asan Medical Center, Clinical Trial Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Asan Medical Center, Clinical Trial Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Asan Medical Center, Clinical Trial Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Asan Medical Center, Human Research Protection Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Asan Medical Center, Human Research Protection Center, Seoul, Korea
- Department of Psychiatry, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Asan Medical Center, Clinical Research Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Duke Global Proof-of-Concept (POC) Research Network, Duke Clinical Research Unit (DCRU) & Duke Clinical Research Institute (DCRI), Duke University, Durham, NC, USA
- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Duke University, Durham, NC, USA
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- Asan Medical Center, Clinical Trial Center, Seoul, Korea
- Department of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Factors affecting patient participation in clinical trials in Ireland: A narrative review. Contemp Clin Trials Commun 2016; 3:23-31. [PMID: 29736453 PMCID: PMC5935836 DOI: 10.1016/j.conctc.2016.01.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2015] [Revised: 01/11/2016] [Accepted: 01/20/2016] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Objective Clinical trials have long been considered the ‘gold standard’ of research generated evidence in health care. Patient recruitment is an important determinant in the success of the trials, yet little focus is placed on the decision making process of patients towards recruitment. Our objective was to identify the key factors pertaining to patient participation in clinical trials, to better understand the identified low participation rate of patients in one clinical research facility within Ireland. Design Narrative literature review of studies focussing on factors which may act to facilitate or deter patient participation in clinical trials. Studies were identified from Medline, PubMed, Cochrane Library and CINAHL. Results Sixty-one studies were included in the narrative review: Forty-eight of these papers focused specifically on the patient's perspective of participating in clinical trials. The remaining thirteen related to carers, family and health care professional perspectives of participation. The primary factor influencing participation in clinical trials amongst patients was related to personal factors and these were collectively associated with obtaining a form of personal gain through participation. Cancer was identified as the leading disease entity included in clinical trials followed by HIV and cardiovascular disease. Conclusion The vast majority of literature relating to participation in clinical trials emanates predominantly from high income countries, with 63% originating from the USA. No studies for inclusion in this review were identified from low income or developing countries and therefore limits the generalizability of the influencing factors.
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González-Saldivar G, Rodríguez-Gutiérrez R, Viramontes-Madrid JL, Salcido-Montenegro A, Carlos-Reyna KEG, Treviño-Alvarez AM, Álvarez-Villalobos NA, González-González JG. Participants' perception of pharmaceutical clinical research: a cross-sectional controlled study. Patient Prefer Adherence 2016; 10:727-34. [PMID: 27199549 PMCID: PMC4857804 DOI: 10.2147/ppa.s96021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND There is scarce scientific information assessing participants' perception of pharmaceutical research in developed and developing countries concerning the risks, safety, and purpose of clinical trials. METHODS To assess the perception that 604 trial participants (cases) and 604 nonparticipants (controls) of pharmaceutical clinical trials have about pharmaceutical clinical research, we surveyed participants with one of four chronic diseases from 12 research sites throughout Mexico. RESULTS Participation in clinical trials positively influences the perception of pharmaceutical clinical research. More cases (65.4%) than controls (50.7%) perceived that the main purpose of pharmaceutical research is to cure more diseases and to do so more effectively. In addition, more cases considered that there are significant benefits when participating in a research study, such as excellent medical care and extra free services, with this being the most important motivation to participate for both groups (cases 52%, controls 54.5%). We also found a sense of trust in their physicians to deal with adverse events, and the perception that clinical research is a benefit to their health, rather than a risk. More controls believed that clinical trial participants' health is put at risk (57% vs 33.3%). More cases (99.2%) than controls (77.5%) would recommend participating in a clinical trial, and 90% of cases would enroll in a clinical trial again. CONCLUSION Participation in clinical trials positively influences the perception that participants have about pharmaceutical clinical research when compared to nonparticipants. This information needs to be conveyed to clinicians, public health authorities, and general population to overcome misconceptions.
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- Gerardo González-Saldivar
- Ophthalmology Department, Hospital Universitario “Dr. José E. González”, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- Endocrinology Division, Hospital Universitario “Dr. José E. González”, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- Endocrinology Division, Hospital Universitario “Dr. José E. González”, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- Endocrinology Division, Hospital Universitario “Dr. José E. González”, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- Endocrinology Division, Hospital Universitario “Dr. José E. González”, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- Medical Statistics Department, Hospital Universitario “Dr. José E. González”, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- Endocrinology Division, Hospital Universitario “Dr. José E. González”, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
- Correspondence: José Gerardo González-González, Endocrinology Division, Hospital Universitario “Dr. José E. González,” Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Ave Madero y Gonzalitos s/n, Col Mitras Centro, CP 64460 Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico, Tel/fax +52 81 8348 3220, Email
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Kim SM, Park SH. Chemotherapy beyond second-line in advanced gastric cancer. World J Gastroenterol 2015; 21:8811-6. [PMID: 26269670 PMCID: PMC4528023 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v21.i29.8811] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2015] [Revised: 03/23/2015] [Accepted: 06/16/2015] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Patients with advanced gastric cancer (AGC) can be treated with multiple lines of chemotherapy. Although several randomized trials have demonstrated the benefit of second-line chemotherapy compared with best supportive care, there is no evidence that further lines of chemotherapy will result in substantial prolongation of survival. Despite this, the practice of offering chemotherapy beyond second-line agents to AGC patients is not uncommon if their performance status is well-preserved and they are willing to receive subsequent active treatments. The choice of chemotherapeutic agents depends on the patient's prior regimens. However, there are important controversial issues in the salvage setting of AGC, including a subset of patients who may benefit from chemotherapy, that still remain unanswered. This report reviews the available evidence regarding the impact of third- and subsequent lines of chemotherapy on survival and quality of life in patients with AGC.
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Ciurtin C, Leandro M, Fitz-Clarence H, Nguyen H, Walsh SB, Isenberg DA. Clinical trials perception in rheumatology patients: experience from a single rheumatology tertiary center. J Rheumatol 2015; 42:988-93. [PMID: 25834209 DOI: 10.3899/jrheum.141091] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/06/2015] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the perception and willingness of rheumatology patients to participate in clinical trials. No previous similar studies are available. METHODS We conducted a cross-sectional survey of rheumatology patients using a questionnaire, which comprised 2 demographic questions, two 5-point Likert opinion questions, 19 true/false/unsure knowledge questions, and 1 open question addressing what would help the participant to gain a better understanding about clinical trials. RESULTS Eighty-five patients returned the questionnaires (response rate 84.1%). The mean number of correct answers to the 19 knowledge questions was 10.5 ± 2.87. Patients with higher versus lower levels of education had significantly higher knowledge scores (mean correct answers 59.4 ± 13.1 vs 39.8 ± 20.4, p = 0.013). They also expressed greater willingness to take part in research (87.5% vs 48.2%, p < 0.001). The patients who agreed to participate in research provided significantly more correct answers (59.4 ± 15.3% vs 47.7 ± 27.2%, p = 0.032). Poor disease control as the main reason to join a clinical trial correlated well with patients' previous participation in research (r = 0.71; p < 0.05) and the lack of understanding of research principles (defined as less than 50% correct answers to the knowledge questions) correlated with the lack of willingness to participate in clinical trials (r = 0.72; p < 0.05). CONCLUSION The results of our study revealed that patients lack information about clinical trials (the correct response rate was only slightly above 50%), and that they had a moderate willingness to take part in clinical trials. The need for educational programs about clinical research was highlighted by the participants to the survey.
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- Coziana Ciurtin
- From the Department of Rheumatology, University College London Hospitals National Health Service (NHS) Foundation Trust; Centre for Nephrology, University College London, London, UK.C. Ciurtin, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; M. Leandro, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; H. Fitz-Clarence, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; H. Nguyen, MSc, Rheumatology Researcher; D.A. Isenberg, MD, Academic Director, Centre for Rheumatology Research, Department of Rheumatology, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; S.B. Walsh, PhD, Senior Lecturer in Experimental Medicine and Honorary Consultant Nephrologist, Centre for Nephrology, University College London.
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- From the Department of Rheumatology, University College London Hospitals National Health Service (NHS) Foundation Trust; Centre for Nephrology, University College London, London, UK.C. Ciurtin, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; M. Leandro, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; H. Fitz-Clarence, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; H. Nguyen, MSc, Rheumatology Researcher; D.A. Isenberg, MD, Academic Director, Centre for Rheumatology Research, Department of Rheumatology, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; S.B. Walsh, PhD, Senior Lecturer in Experimental Medicine and Honorary Consultant Nephrologist, Centre for Nephrology, University College London
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- From the Department of Rheumatology, University College London Hospitals National Health Service (NHS) Foundation Trust; Centre for Nephrology, University College London, London, UK.C. Ciurtin, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; M. Leandro, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; H. Fitz-Clarence, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; H. Nguyen, MSc, Rheumatology Researcher; D.A. Isenberg, MD, Academic Director, Centre for Rheumatology Research, Department of Rheumatology, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; S.B. Walsh, PhD, Senior Lecturer in Experimental Medicine and Honorary Consultant Nephrologist, Centre for Nephrology, University College London
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- From the Department of Rheumatology, University College London Hospitals National Health Service (NHS) Foundation Trust; Centre for Nephrology, University College London, London, UK.C. Ciurtin, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; M. Leandro, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; H. Fitz-Clarence, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; H. Nguyen, MSc, Rheumatology Researcher; D.A. Isenberg, MD, Academic Director, Centre for Rheumatology Research, Department of Rheumatology, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; S.B. Walsh, PhD, Senior Lecturer in Experimental Medicine and Honorary Consultant Nephrologist, Centre for Nephrology, University College London
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- From the Department of Rheumatology, University College London Hospitals National Health Service (NHS) Foundation Trust; Centre for Nephrology, University College London, London, UK.C. Ciurtin, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; M. Leandro, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; H. Fitz-Clarence, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; H. Nguyen, MSc, Rheumatology Researcher; D.A. Isenberg, MD, Academic Director, Centre for Rheumatology Research, Department of Rheumatology, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; S.B. Walsh, PhD, Senior Lecturer in Experimental Medicine and Honorary Consultant Nephrologist, Centre for Nephrology, University College London
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- From the Department of Rheumatology, University College London Hospitals National Health Service (NHS) Foundation Trust; Centre for Nephrology, University College London, London, UK.C. Ciurtin, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; M. Leandro, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; H. Fitz-Clarence, PhD, Consultant Rheumatologist; H. Nguyen, MSc, Rheumatology Researcher; D.A. Isenberg, MD, Academic Director, Centre for Rheumatology Research, Department of Rheumatology, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; S.B. Walsh, PhD, Senior Lecturer in Experimental Medicine and Honorary Consultant Nephrologist, Centre for Nephrology, University College London
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Ma GX, Seals B, Tan Y, Wang SY, Lee R, Fang CY. Increasing Asian American participation in clinical trials by addressing community concerns. Clin Trials 2014; 11:328-335. [PMID: 24603005 PMCID: PMC4156927 DOI: 10.1177/1740774514522561] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Background Asian Americans are underrepresented in clinical trials, but little is known about the factors that contribute to clinical trial participation in this population. Purpose The purpose of this study was to identify knowledge, barriers, facilitators, and cultural influences on participating in clinical trials among three Asian American ethnic groups. Concurrently, we sought to identify mechanisms and messages to facilitate dissemination of information and to identify strategies to promote clinical trial participation in this population. Methods Eight focus groups were conducted (n = 103) with Chinese (four groups), Korean (two groups), and Vietnamese (two groups) Americans. Each group was conducted with a moderator and a translator using a standardized guide. Results Participants discuss the benefits of contributing to science, future generations, and their families by being in clinical trials. Some participants think clinical trials would give hope to those with terminal illnesses. A doctor's recommendation, being sick, and needing more options for treatment are motivators for Asian Americans. Having some guarantee of treatment effectiveness and lack of side effects facilitates participation. Cultural or religious beliefs are not believed to prevent clinical trial participation. Limitations This qualitative, two-site study included three Asian American ethnic groups and is not meant to establish prevalence of beliefs. Conclusion Asian Americans need more information about clinical trials and their benefits to science and the larger community. Health-care providers can play pivotal roles in enhancing recruitment of Asian Americans. Basing recruitment goals on percentage representation in most US geographic areas does not provide sufficient numbers to allow for analysis of minorities like Asian American groups. The discovery of important group-specific harms and benefits depends on greater participation of racial/ethnic subgroups.
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- Grace X. Ma
- Center for Asian Health, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
- Department of Public Health, College of Health Professions, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
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- Center for Asian Health, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
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- Center for Asian Health, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
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- Center for Asian Health, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
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- Asian Community Health Coalition, Philadelphia, PA
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- Fox Chase Cancer Center, Cancer Prevention and Control Program, Philadelphia, PA
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