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Area of Science:

  • Clinical Research Ethics
  • Patient Engagement in Clinical Trials

Background:

  • The informed consent process in clinical research is critical for regulatory compliance and ethical practice.
  • Ensuring patients adequately understand complex clinical trial information remains a significant challenge for healthcare professionals and participants.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze patient behavior and question patterns during the informed consent process for clinical research.
  • To identify potential deficits in patient understanding and engagement with informed consent forms.

Main Methods:

  • Behavioral analysis of 68 patients undergoing the informed consent process at Neomed Clinical Center, Brasov.
  • Categorization and quantification of patient questions regarding clinical trial specifics, general aspects, or unrelated topics.

Main Results:

  • A significant portion of patients (35.3%) did not ask any questions during the informed consent process.
  • Among patients who asked questions, a majority (72.8%) inquired about specific trial aspects, while others asked general (20.6%) or unrelated (6.6%) questions.
  • Findings suggest a potential lack of patient interest, awareness, and comprehension of informed consent documentation.

Conclusions:

  • The study indicates a concerning level of passive engagement among patients in the informed consent procedure.
  • Potential underlying causes for this lack of engagement, including bureaucratic, ethical, and legal implications, require further investigation.
  • Improvements in the informed consent process are necessary to enhance patient understanding and participation in clinical research.