Cancer Clinical Trials

Are you interested in participating in a clinical trial to help advance treatments in prostate cancer?

Keep reading for more information.

What is a clinical trial?

A cancer clinical trial is a research study that relies on volunteers to help determine the effectiveness of new treatments, procedures, or technology.

Before volunteers can joined they must meet eligibility criteria and are closely monitored to ensure safety. Volunteers are free to leave the trial at any time. All trials at UCSD have been well-designed and thoroughly reviewed by medical and research experts.

Cancer clinical trials are a vitally important step before new treatments can be used to help patients and to ultimately advance cancer care.

Is a clinical trial right for me?

The answer to this question is up to you and your doctor. As a volunteer you are required to meet certain criteria to become eligible for a trial. These requirements are based on the goals of the study. You will be given an informed consent to sign before you participate, outlining key facts and important information about the study. Any questions can be answered before you participate and you are can leave the study at any time.

Things to consider:

What is the purpose of the study?
How long will the trial last?
What will be required of me when I participate?
What are the risks and benefits for me?
What is the cost of the trial?
How is this trial funded?