How does the study affect my care?

Some individuals join a clinical trial due to a specific disease or condition, while others may not meet the eligibility criteria. This is not a reflection on the person. If you do qualify, you might be concerned about how participation will impact your care. Taking part in a study will NOT:

  • Affect your diagnosis
  • Affect the treatment you need to be healthy
  • Change the quality of your medical care
  • Deny you care at the medical institution
  • Change your relationship with your doctor

 

Read the NIH Clinical Center’s Patient Bill of Rights