Questions You Should Ask Your Doctor or Study Team Before Consenting to a Clinical Trial

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What is the purpose of this study?
How will a clinical trial help me?
What kind of tests and treatments will I have during the study?
What should I expect if I do not have this research treatment?
What other treatment options are available to me?
How will participation in this study affect my daily life?
What are the possible side effects of this study treatment? How will it compare with the side effects from standard treatment and the effects of cancer?
How long will the study last?
Will I have to be hospitalized? If so, how often and how long?
Will I have to pay for any costs not covered by insurance or the study sponsor?
What type of long term follow-up care is part of the study?