We are using this in patients who have not done well with primary chemotherapy. We're also considering using it in conjunction with other chemotherapy agents in hopes of preventing recurrent ovarian cancer. Patients who have had ovarian cancer are at high risk for recurring cancer even after an initial good response. A physician is on-site 24 hours a day, seven days a week to assist in caring for patients following major surgery. Clinical Trials Dr. Selonick said the Annapolis area is one of many areas in the United States that provides the opportunity for patients to participate in clinical trials.
Clinical trials are research studies that have been approved for use in humans.
For those who have been diagnosed with cancer, participating in a clinical trial means becoming a part of the fight against cancer. It also can mean hope, prolonged health, remission, or in the best of cases, cure of their disease. To be able to participate in clinical trials, a hospital must meet certain guidelines and should have a relatively high volume of patients. AAMC meets these criteria. In addition, investigational clinical trials are approved by the hospital's internal review board.