The Antidote annotation process [one-pager]

At Antidote, our primary mission is to make a connection between patients and clinical trial enrollment opportunities. Our key tool for achieving this goal is Antidote Match, a unique and proprietary clinical trial search platform. By answering a few questions, users are able to quickly see which trials they may be eligible for — and this is made possible through the Antidote annotation process. ...

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Managing the symptoms of IgAN

IgA nephropathy, also known as IgAN or Berger disease, is a common kidney disease that can impact any individual at any age. It is one of the most prevalent kidney diseases other than those caused by diabetes or high blood pressure, but the cause and the cure for this condition remain unknown.

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What to know about project management for clinical trials

Completing any multi-part task requires organization, coordination, and discipline — and, of course, clinical trials are no exeption. Planning a research study, launching a trial, and keeping things running smoothly requires knowledge and expertise, which is why clinical trial project managers are so vital to the process.

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Antidote’s custom proposal process [one-pager]

In the medical research industry, successful clinical trial patient recruitment is a known roadblock — in fact, 85% of studies fail to recruit enough patients to complete the research. There are many factors that amplify clinical trial recruitment challenges, but there are also strategic solutions that can be employed for better success.

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Do clinical trials pay for travel?

For medical research to advance, the participation of individuals in a clinical trial is essential. However, accessing trial sites can present an undue burden. A survey about barriers to clinical trial participation found that the primary reason patients declined to enroll in a study was due to the inconvenience associated with travel. This is backed up by research from Deloitte, which reveals ...

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The top patient retention strategies in clinical trials

Clinical trial recruitment is a significant challenge for sponsors as insufficient patient enrollment can account for delays in up to 80% of all studies. However, even when these studies successfully reach their randomization targets, clinical trial managers must turn their focus on retaining these participants.

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7 factors that impact clinical trial patient recruitment

Participating in a clinical trial is a significant decision for patients, and several factors can influence their decision to enroll. These factors include understanding the trial's details, goals, and logistics. Sponsors must understand what matters most to patients when designing protocols, and prioritizing patient-centric considerations is key to enhancing patient engagement and trial success.

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4 ways research sites can streamline clinical trial patient enrollment

While randomizing patients into a clinical trial is a key part of advancing medical breakthroughs, reaching adequate patient enrollment numbers still poses a challenge for sponsors, sites, and research staff. It is not uncommon for trials to close due to a lack of enrollment, which results in significant costs, wasted resources, and stifled research advancement.

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Early stage breast cancer: What to know about signs and symptoms

Breast cancer as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is “a disease in which cells in the breast grow out of control.” It is the second leading cause of cancer-related death in women, and approximately 264,000 new cases are diagnosed in the United States each year.

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What is celiac disease?

Celiac disease is a common autoimmune disorder that causes a reaction to gluten within the small intestine. It is often underdiagnosed, but it is estimated to impact around 2 million people in the United States.

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