The development of a patient-centered approach to medicine is gradually allowing more
patients to be involved in their own medical decisions. However, this change is not …

Consent forms continue to be at a higher reading level than the recommended sixth to
eighth grade, making it difficult for participants to comprehend information before enrolling in …

Background: Research suggests that participants do not always adequately understand
studies. While some consent interventions increase understanding, methodologic …

BackgroundInformed consent in research is partly achieved through the use of information
sheets. There is a perception however that these information sheets are long and complex …

The Emanuel, Wendler, and Grady framework was designed as a universal tool for use in
many settings including developing countries. However, it is not known whether the work of …

Background: Many men lack knowledge about male infertility, and this may have
consequences for their reproductive and general health. Men may prefer to seek health …

Clinical trials (CTs) are important for advancing public health and medical research,
however, CT recruitment is challenging. The high reading level of CT information and the …

The practice of uploading preprints of scientific manuscripts prior to journal submission has
become increasingly popular. As such, it is essential to understand the impact of the preprint …

Este artigo é uma revisão integrativa da literatura cujo objetivo foi analisar a compreensão e
a legibilidade de termos de consentimento livre e esclarecido de participantes de pesquisas …

Background: Integrated care enhanced with information technology has emerged as a
means to transform health services to meet the long-term care needs of patients with chronic …