Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
The role of clinical trials in veterinary oncology.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice
- Year:
- 2014
- Authors:
- Burton, Jenna & Khanna, Chand
- Affiliation:
- Department of Surgical and Radiologic Sciences · United States
Plain-English summary
Clinical trials for pets with cancer are becoming more available, allowing pet owners to help advance research that could improve cancer care for animals and humans alike. Many owners choose to enroll their pets in these trials to contribute to important studies that may lead to better treatments. It's important for pet owners to understand the goals, benefits, and potential risks of participating in these trials, so they can make informed decisions with their veterinarians about whether it's the right option for their pets. Overall, these trials aim to enhance the knowledge of how tumors behave in pets and improve cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Abstract
Clinical trials for companion animals are becoming more common and more accessible to pet owners as veterinary oncologists seek to expand their knowledge of tumor biology in companion animal species and improve the way they diagnose and treat cancer for these animals. Many owners enroll their pets because they wish to participate in clinical cancer research that may ultimately benefit pets and people. Understanding the goals, benefits, and risks of clinical trials participation provides the knowledge needed by primary care veterinarians to counsel their clients as to whether clinical trial participation is a good choice for them and their pets.
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