Barriers And Facilitators To Clinical Trial Enrollment: A Qualitative Study Of Pancreatic Cancer … (NCT07591480) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Barriers And Facilitators To Clinical Trial Enrollment: A Qualitative Study Of Pancreatic Cancer Patients
United States20 participantsStarted 2026-05-01
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this research is to understand why some groups of people do not join clinical trials as much as others. These groups can include people from different racial or ethnic backgrounds, people with lower incomes, people who live in rural areas, and people who speak different languages. Investigators interview participants to learn about their experiences with clinical trials. By learning from them, investigators hope to find better ways to help more people learn about, join, and stay in clinical trials so that research is fair and helpful for everyone.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
In order to be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all of the following criteria:
* Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study
* Males and females; Age ≥18
* Documented diagnosis of pancreatic cancer
* Access to necessary resources for participating in a technology-based intervention (i.e., computer, smartphone, internet access)
Exclusion Criteria:
An individual who meets any of the following criteria will be excluded from participation in this study:
* Patients who speak a primary language other than English or Spanish
* Patients who are cognitively impaired
* Pregnant women
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Questionnaires/Surveys
Timeframe: Through study completion; an average of 1 year