What are the risks of participating in a study?

Always find out if the benefits outweigh the risks by asking your doctor to give you a clear idea of the benefits and risks that you face.

Patient risks include:

• Side effects – problems that occur when treatment affects healthy tissues or organs 

• Treatment may not work for you even if it helps others

•  You may need more doctor visits or testing, which may require more time and travel

• You may not know or have a choice about which treatment you get