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A clinical trial is
a research study
conducted on humans,
which is designed
to answer specific
questions about new
ways of using known
treatments or improving
currently successful
treatments. Clinical
trials, also called
medical research
and research studies,
are carefully conducted
to determine whether
new materials or
treatments are both
safe and effective.
All Clinical trials
are based on study
plans called protocols.
The plans are designed
to safeguard the
health of the participants
as well as answer
specific research
questions. During
the course of the
clinical trial, participants
are seen regularly
by the research staff
to monitor their
progression and to
ensure the safety
and effectiveness
of their treatment.
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