[Perspectives] The digitised clinical trial

Nicole is a 46-year-old mother of two who works for her local bank. She has an autoimmune condition that has been difficult to control. She was excited to see a video on her patient community website about a research programme for a new therapeutic intervention. After absorbing the details of the study, being informed of its risks and benefits, confirming her qualifications, and being given the opportunity to ask any questions, Nicole completed the smartphone consent. She then began a rigorous study regimen: daily medication, weekly monitoring of vital signs, and continuous tracking of her activity and quality of sleep.
Source: LANCET - Category: General Medicine Authors: Tags: Perspectives Source Type: research