Participation in clinical trials is the best way for the management of cancer
Keywords:
Clinical trial, Cancer, Drug developmentAbstract
The growing burden of cancer as a global health problem is underscored by its rapidly increasing incidence. Well-conducted clinical trials are essential for successful oncology drug development, and consequent improvement in outcomes of the anti-neoplastic treatment. Without trials there is no other way by which the pharmaceutical industry can advance to improve disease management and the quality of life of a cancer patient. Enrollment of cancer patients into well designed clinical trials should be encouraged not only to advance science further but also for the improved care of the patient.References
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