Role of Clinical Research Coordinators in Surgical Trials
Author Information
Author(s): Yanagawa Hiroaki, Akaishi Akiyo, Miyamoto Toshiko, Takai Shigemi, Nakanishi Rika, Irahara Minoru
Primary Institution: Tokushima University Hospital
Hypothesis
How do clinical research coordinators (CRCs) contribute to the effectiveness of clinical trials for surgical patients?
Conclusion
The study highlights the importance of CRCs in managing the mental and emotional status of surgical patients during clinical trials.
Supporting Evidence
- CRCs play a critical role in protecting human subjects in clinical trials.
- The mental and emotional status of surgical patients is crucial during the trial process.
- CRCs facilitate communication between investigators and surgical staff.
Takeaway
Clinical research coordinators help patients understand clinical trials while they are also dealing with surgery, making their role very important.
Methodology
Data was collected through focus group interviews with four CRCs at Tokushima University Hospital.
Limitations
The study is based on a small sample size of four CRCs, which may limit the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
All participants were nurses with varying years of experience as CRCs.
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