International collaboration between US and Thailand on a clinical trial of treatment for HIV-associated cryptococcal meningitis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

International clinical trials can provide scientific and logistic benefits in spite of the many challenges. Determining whether a country, especially a developing country, is an appropriate location for the research should include in-country consultation and partnering to assess its social value for the population; that treatments are relevant for the population under study; and that the research infrastructure and ethical oversight are adequate. Collaboration increases the likelihood of study success and helps ensure that benefits accrue to recruited populations and their community.

Purpose

This paper describes our experiences on a bi-national study and may provide guidance for those planning to engage in future collaborations.

Methods

A Thai and United St

SUBMITTER: Zimmer LO 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2861565 | biostudies-literature | 2010 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature