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¹Département de Recherche Clinique, Boehringer Ingelheim France, Reims, France; Association des Médecins et Professionnels des Industries de Santé (AMIPS), Paris, France.

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Active patient participation in clinical trials requires clear communication strategies. This working group developed a toolbox of communication methods, addressing ethical, regulatory, and practical constraints for all stakeholders.

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Area of Science:

Clinical research
Patient engagement
Health communication

Context:

Active patient participation is crucial for competitive clinical research.
Effective communication is often hindered by ethical, regulatory, technical, and financial barriers.
The Health Industry Physicians and Actors Association (AMIPS) formed a working group to address these communication challenges.

Purpose:

To develop evidence-based communication recommendations for patients in clinical trials.
To identify and address the expectations and limitations of patients, investigators, and industry sponsors.
To create a practical 'toolbox' of communication strategies.

Summary:

A multidisciplinary working group, including patients, investigators, and industry representatives, was convened.
They identified key barriers to effective communication in clinical trials.
A comprehensive toolbox of communication strategies, covering before and during a study, was developed.

Impact:

Provides clear guidelines on ethical and regulatory requirements for patient communication.
Offers practical solutions to overcome technical and financial constraints.
Enhances patient engagement and participation in clinical research through improved communication.