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C T D'Angio1, H Wang2, J E Hunn1,3
1Department of Pediatrics, University of Rochester Medical Center, Golisano Children's Hospital, Rochester, NY, USA.
Objective:
We hypothesized that, among parents of potential neonatal research subjects, an accompanying cover sheet added to the permission form (intervention) would increase understanding of the research, when compared to a standard form (control).
Study Design:
This pilot study enrolled parents approached for one of two index studies: one randomized trial and one observational study. A one-page cover sheet described critical study information. Families were randomized 1:1 to receive the cover sheet or not. Objective and subjective understanding and satisfaction were measured.
Results:
Thirty-two parents completed all measures (17 control, 15 intervention). There were no differences in comprehension score (16.8±5.7 vs 16.3±3.5), subjective understanding (median 6 vs 6.5), or overall satisfaction with consent (median 7 vs 6.5) between control and intervention groups (all P>0.50).
Conclusion:
A simplified permission form cover sheet had no effect on parents' understanding of studies for which their newborns were being recruited.
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