An Anti-Oxidant Compound to Slow Progression of Alzheimer's Disease

Educational Resource
Author:Post, Stephen G.
Abstract:

A scenario meant to stimulate discussion about the ethical issues that arise when study designs must include placebo controls and lengthy participation by Alzheimer's patients.

Keywords:
Human Subjects Research, Informed Consent, Research and Practice, Vulnerable Populations
Rights:
All rights reserved (no additional license for public reuse)
Language:
English
Publisher:
Online Ethics Center
Published Date:
2006
Related Links:
  • https://onlineethics.org/cases/scenarios-ethics-modules-responsible-conduct-research/anti-oxidant-compound-slow-progression
    • Notes:

    Open-ended scenario

    Persistent Link:
    https://doi.org/10.18130/5xf1-n469