RIGHT 01
Free choice
You may decide freely whether to join a clinical trial.
Taking part in a clinical trial is a partnership. KG Hospital protects your rights at every step — and a few simple responsibilities on your part help the research team keep you safe.
These rights apply to every participant in every study at our Clinical Research Centre — before you join, while you take part, and if you decide to leave.
You may decide freely whether to join a clinical trial.
You may withdraw at any time without affecting your regular medical care.
You will receive clear information about the study purpose, procedures, risks, benefits, and alternatives.
You may ask questions at any time and receive understandable answers.
Your written consent will be taken before any study-related procedure.
How consent works →Your safety will be monitored, and care will be provided for study-related injury as applicable.
Your personal and medical information will be kept confidential.
The study is approved and monitored by an Ethics Committee.
You will be treated with dignity and respect at all times.
Your study doctor relies on accurate, timely information from you. These responsibilities help the team look after your health and keep the study results reliable.
“Your rights come first. Your participation helps bring better treatments to future patients.”
Clinical Research Centre · KG Hospital
Speak to your study doctor or the Clinical Research Centre team at any time. You can also download this guide in English or Tamil.
Prepared by the Clinical Research Centre, KG Hospital, for general information. Study-specific details are provided in each Ethics Committee-approved Participant Information Sheet and Informed Consent Form.