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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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