Thursday, November 8, 2012

Cancer trials can lack clear information on biopsies

Cancer trials can lack clear information on biopsies
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People participating in cancer drug trials aren't always given the most straightforward explanation of possible risks and benefits from invasive procedures that may be involved, according to a new study. Biopsies of tumor tissue can help researchers figure out how well a test drug is working - but the invasive, sometimes painful procedures are typically of little benefit to study participants themselves. ...
Source: news.yahoo.com

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