Results of a Cure SMA survey on patient participation in clinical trials

Feedback from participants in a clinical trial in SMA was collected through a survey conducted by the American association Cure SMA. Analysis of the results of 70 questionnaires showed :

  • a positive experience of participating in a clinical trial by patients,
  • motivational factors related to the accessibility of a drug, potential clinical benefit, help for other patients…
  • stress factors based on fear of pain, side effects, management of complications…
  • the main guideline is to receive more information.

 

The Cure SMA Clinical Trial Experience Survey: A Study of Trial Participant Perspectives on Clinical Trial Management and Patient-Centric Management Practices. Peterson IS, Mazzella AJ, Belter LT et al. Neurol Ther. 2022 Mai.