Imaging in clinical trials: a patient-led questionnaire study to assess impact of imaging regimes on patient participation.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cancer trials often incorporate intensive imaging with Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Positron Emission Tomography with Computerised Tomography (PET/CT), which can be physically and mentally exhausting for patients. This questionnaire study aimed to determine the aspects of imaging that affect a patient's decision to participate in clinical trials in order to inform the design of future trials that utilise imaging. This should achieve greater patient compliance and improve the patient experience.

Method

A detailed questionnaire assessing patient expectation and acceptability of imaging within clinical trials was developed in collaboration with two patient representatives. The questionnaire addressed the influence of scan type, length, frequency, scheduling,

SUBMITTER: May K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7189543 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature