September 19, 2025Cancer Epidemiology Biomarkers & Prevention

Abstract B116: Attitudes and barriers to cancer clinical trial participation among Spanish-speaking Latino/a radiation oncology patients

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Focus groups revealed patient concerns about experimental procedures and confusion regarding clinical trial terminology in Spanish.
The median age of participants was 69 years, with none having prior experience in cancer clinical trials.
Educational tools tailored to Spanish-speaking patients may improve their attitudes and knowledge regarding clinical trial participation.
Involving family in discussions and utilizing Spanish-speaking providers are key facilitators identified for better engagement.

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Formative research identifies barriers and educational needs for Spanish-speaking patients in clinical trials, indicating crucial factors for improved enrollment.

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Padilla et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d464f831b076d99fa64712 https://doi.org/10.1158/1538-7755.disp25-b116

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Formative research identifies barriers and educational needs for Spanish-speaking patients in clinical trials, indicating crucial factors for improved enrollment.

Abstract B116: Attitudes and barriers to cancer clinical trial participation among Spanish-speaking Latino/a radiation oncology patients

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Abstract B116: Attitudes and barriers to cancer clinical trial participation among Spanish-speaking Latino/a radiation oncology patients

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Implication

Cite This Study

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