ZERO ® – ADVANCED PROSTATE CANCER NEWS
WINTER 2024/2025
CLINICAL TRIAL MYTHS VS. FACTS MYTH: Clinical trials are only for people with no other treatment options. FACT: Clinical trials are available for patients at all stages of cancer. Some trials improve current treatments, while others test new therapies for cancers that haven’t responded to the best- known treatment. Trials are also available to improve quality of life, such as those focused on nutrition or exercise. MYTH: If I participate in a clinical trial, I might receive a placebo or “sugar pill” instead of real treatment. FACT: A placebo is a harmless, inactive substance with no effect. Most clinical trials test a new drug against the standard treatment (the best-known treatment based on scientific evidence) with a new one or two standard treatments. You will always be informed if a trial involves a placebo. MYTH: Clinical trials are only available at large, specialized hospitals far from home. FACT: While some trials are only available at major research centers, many are available at local hospitals and clinics. Telemedicine and local healthcare providers can also support
trial participation, reducing travel needs. Some companies will assist with travel for clinical trials and other financial considerations. MYTH: Participating in a clinical trial will be too expensive and not covered by insurance. FACT: Clinical trial sponsors cover most trial-related costs, including study treatments and additional tests. Routine care costs - the expenses for basic, everyday healthcare services - are usually covered by insurance. Many sponsors offer travel and other cost reimbursements. Discuss potential costs with the trial team and your insurance provider. MYTH: Participating in a clinical trial means I will lose control over my treatment decisions. FACT: Patients keep full control over their treatment decisions in clinical trials. Participation is voluntary, and you can leave the trial at any time without penalty or losing the ability to get access to standard care. Discuss any concerns with your healthcare team. *Based on the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation’s resource “Myth vs. Fact: Participating in Clinical Trials,” used with permission.
CLINICAL TRIALS IN PROSTATE CANCER
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