Background The aim of the study was to investigate whether the length of informed consent
documents (ICDs) for oncological trials have increased from 1987 to 2007 and analyze the …

This study was conducted to assess the readability and length of informed consent
documents used in clinical trials in oncology. One hundred seven consent documents from …

Background In respect of the principle of autonomy and the right of self-determination,
obtaining an informed consent of potential participants before their inclusion in a study is a …

Guidelines on informed consent intend to protect patients and promote ethical research
conduct. To give informed consent, individuals should understand the purpose, process …

Importance. Oncology trials often entail high-stakes interventions where potential for
morbidity and fatal side effects, and for life-prolongation or cure, intensify bioethical issues …

Objectives: To compare the quality of informed consent forms (ICF) for different trial phases,
funding sources, oncology subspecialties, disease settings, and intervention modalities …

Background Informed consent forms (ICFs) for oncology clinical trials have grown
increasingly longer and more complex. We evaluated objective understanding of critical …

Background Investigators have to obtain informed consent before enrolling participants in
clinical trials. We wanted to measure the quality of understanding among participants in …

PURPOSE This study was conducted to assess the readability of informed consent forms
that describe clinical oncology protocols. METHODS One hundred thirty-seven consent …

A careful consideration of the alternatives to research participation is an essential element of
making an informed choice to enroll in a biomedical research study. While there is general …