Tag: System
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A National Cancer Clinical Trials System for the 21st Century
The National Cancer Institute’s (NCI) Clinical Trials Cooperative Group Plan has played a important function in creating new and improved cancer therapies. Nonetheless, the plan is falling short of its potential, and the IOM recommends modifications that aim to transform the Cooperative Group Plan into a dynamic program that effectively responds to emerging scientific information…
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Implementing a National Cancer Clinical Trials System for the 21st Century: Workshop Summary
“Clinical trials enable scientific discoveries to advance patient care, in addition to informing and guiding subsequent investigation. The National Cancer Institute’s (NCI’s) Clinical Trials Cooperative Group System functions to advance patient care and investigation. The Cooperative Group Plan has been instrumental in establishing the standards for cancer patient care and clinical analysis strategies. Regardless of…