August 14, 2025The OncologistOpen Access

Barriers and Facilitators to Representative Acute Leukemia Trial Participation at National Cancer Institute-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers

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Qualitative analysis reveals barriers and facilitators to clinical trial participation in acute leukemia, highlighting demographic disparities.

Actionable steps to improve trial participation for adults with acute leukemia were identified, emphasizing unique challenges.
Among 61 participants, patients and clinicians reported barriers like complex logistics and eligibility criteria in trials.
Focus groups and interviews were conducted to understand factors influencing trial enrollment at Cancer Centers.
A multi-faceted approach is necessary to promote inclusivity in acute leukemia clinical trials and address disparities.

Hantel et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Qualitative analysis reveals barriers and facilitators to clinical trial participation in acute leukemia, highlighting demographic disparities.