Why Focus Under Forty™? Because cancer is the leading cause of death for adolescents and young adults (AYAs), whose age range spans from 15 to 39. Consequently, the educational programs offered are designed to shed light on the unique biology and care issues that are associated with patients with ca…
This presentation, part of the Clinical Trials for Adolescents and Young Adults (AYA) course on ASCO University (http://university.asco.org), covers the processes involved in trial participation, and uses a case scenario to depict issues arising during consent. It will also discuss the communications, time required, and shared care involved with these particular AYA patients.
This presentation, part of the Clinical Trials for Adolescents and Young Adults (AYA) course on ASCO University (http://university.asco.org), discusses options for clinical trials for AYAs, and will aim to raise awareness about including clinical trials as an option for therapy for these patients.
This presentation, part of the Clinical Trials for Adolescents and Young Adults (AYA) course on ASCO University (http://university.asco.org), covers the need and relevance of including AYAs on clinical trials, especially as it relates to current care and outcomes.