This kind of study is routinely used in the process of approving new drugs. Verify the legitimacy of the study. Find out about the principal investigator and where the funds are coming from. Ask your physician or the NF Inc. office for information. Clinical research should be a relationship between the investigator and the patient.
Informed consent is also important.
It is the investigator s responsibility to provide information as to the purpose, potential risks, discomfort, inconvenience and expectations of the patient. It is your responsibility to ask as many questions as necessary to feel comfortable about signing up. Although you are free to withdraw from a study at any time, quitting should not be taken lightly. Remember that much time and money have been invested and the withdrawal may statistically affect the results. Consider your own situation and needs.