Clinical trials

Clinical trials

Clinical trials allow scientists and doctors to test new ways to treat illnesses. They are also an option for people to try something new at less cost. If you have oral cancer or some other oral health disease or condition, you might want to consider participating in a clinical trial. The following links may help you decide if you want to be in a clinical trial.

To learn more:

Clinical Trials.gov
(National Institues of Health)
This site allows individuals to search for clinical studies sponsored by the National Institutes of Health and other Federal and non-Federal organizations. It contains over 5,000 clinical trials. For a basic understanding of clinical trials, look under Resource Information in the center of the page, then select Understanding Clinical Trials.
https://clinicaltrials.gov/
ClinicalTrials.gov. Mouth and Tooth Diseases
(National Institutes of Health)
This is a complete listing from the ClinicalTrials.gov site of all government funded clinical studies involving mouth and tooth diseases.
https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/results?term=Mouth+and+Tooth+Diseases&recr=O
pen
Taking Part in Cancer Treatment Research Studies
(National Cancer Institute)
Oral cancer patients who are interested in taking part in a trial should talk with their doctor and read this online booklet. It explains what treatment studies are and outlines some of their possible benefits and risks.
https://www.cancer.gov/publications/patient-education/cancer-treatment-rese
arch-studies
PDQ (Physician Data Query)
(National Cancer Institute)
One way to learn about clinical trials is through PDQ, a computerized system developed by the National Cancer Institute. PDQ contains information about cancer treatment, screening, prevention, genetics, and supportive care, plus a current list of trials all over the nation. You may also call the Cancer Information Service at 1-800-4-CANCER for answers to your questions about cancer, tips to prevent cancer, help with quitting smoking, and informational materials.
https://www.cancer.gov/publications/pdq
Clinical Trials
(National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research)
The National Institute of Health answers questions about clinical trials. A list of dental and craniofacial (referring to the head and face) studies seeking patients for clinical trials is included. There is also information for professionals and patient advocates who want to increase awareness of clinical trials.
https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/clinicaltrials/

Last Modified: Monday November 28, 2016 10:34 AM