Q-CROC | Enrolling in a clinical study

Patient information

Enroll in a study

First and foremost…

Before taking part in a clinical study, it is very important you understand your rights and responsibilities. Before taking part:

The medical researcher (called a principal investigator) or a member of his team must provide you with information about the study.
You will be given an informed consent form.
Bring the form home and take the time to read it and discuss with friends and family.

Are your available for meetings and follow-up visits? Are you willing to take tests and exams?

Make sure the doctor and his team respond to all your questions before you take a decision.

If you decide to take part, you must sign the informed consent form.
You will be given a copy of the signed form.
If you meet the eligibility criteria, you will be able to participate in the study.

Potential benefits

Play an active role in decisions related to your medical care.
It is possible to benefit from sustained medical supervision.
Help others by contributing to advancing medical research.

Possible risks or disadvantages

The research protocol may require more time and attention than the usual standard of care.
Unexpected side effects.

Financial aspects

Healthy volunteers taking part in a clinical trial are usually paid for their participation, while volunteers living with a disease are not. Paying patients is considered ethically unacceptable because it is viewed as a form of coercion, especially regarding people in vulnerable circumstances.