Clinical research, explained in plain English.
Find clinical trials for your condition, understand what taking part involves, and decide whether a study might be right for you. Trusted, jargon-free information from Patient.info.
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Search all studies →Utility of PET-MRI in Surveillance of Paediatric Brain Tumours
This study looks at using a special type of scan called PET-MRI to check for brain tumour regrowth in children who have had treatment. It aims to see if this new scan can give clearer answers than standard scans, helping doctors make better decisions about care.
Endometrioma Sclerotherapy and Ovarian Preservation
This study compares two ways to treat ovarian endometriomas, which are cysts linked to endometriosis. We're looking at whether removing them with surgery or using a different method called sclerotherapy is better for protecting your ovaries and reducing symptoms.
Chemotherapy-free Trastuzumab and Pertuzumab in HER2-positive Breast Cancer: FDG-PET Response-adapted Strategy.
This study looks at new ways to treat a type of breast cancer called HER2-positive. We're testing if using special drugs (Herceptin and Perjeta) without chemotherapy first can shrink tumours effectively. We're also checking if scans can predict how well treatments work.
Understanding the Impacts and Experiences of Children Currently Experiencing Parental Imprisonment
This study wants to hear from young people aged 16 and over, their caregivers, and professionals. We want to understand what it's like when a parent goes to prison, how it affects children, and what kind of help they need. This information will help us better support families.
Lu AF28996 in Patients With Parkinson's Disease
This study is looking into a new medicine called Lu AF28996 for people with Parkinson's disease. It's an early-stage study to check how safe the medicine is and how it works in the human body. Anyone over 18 can potentially join.
Intraoperative Electron Radiotherapy in Rectal Cancer - A Feasibility Trial
This study looks at a special radiation treatment called IOERT during surgery for advanced or returning rectal cancer. We compare standard surgery with two different doses of IOERT to see which is best at removing all cancer cells and improving patient outcomes.
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What is a clinical trial?
How research studies work and why they matter.
Understanding trial phases
Phase 1 through 4 explained in plain English.
What is a placebo?
Why some studies use a dummy treatment.
Understanding informed consent
What you'll be asked to agree to — and why.
How trial safety works
The checks that protect people taking part.
Can children take part in research?
How research with young people is regulated.