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How eConsent empowers more participant engagement in clinical trials
Creating the simplest process for informed consent benefits the potential participant by allowing them the time and resources to understand fully what they are consenting to. Through eConsent processes, research also opens the door to a more diverse population to engage in trials.
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The chances are high that you have signed at least one consent document in your life. Consents are embedded into every part of our culture. Consent to use your photograph, consent to assume the risks of skydiving, or consent for the use of cookies on the internet. Many of you have also consented for an approved medical procedure. You were running, fell, and hurt your leg. Your doctor needed an X-ray or CT scan to assess the damage. First stop – “sign here.” That is consent.