Ensayos clínicos sobre cáncer
Los ensayos clínicos sobre cáncer son iniciativas que llevan a cabo investigadores para descubrir métodos de tratamiento nuevos y efectivos para pacientes con cáncer. Estos ensayos pueden implicar tratamientos nuevos e innovadores, tratamientos tradicionales y mejoras de métodos, entre otros.
Clinical trials for cancer in Denver
Interested in a clinical trial for oncology research?
Through our clinical trials, we offer you the opportunity to participate locally in research that may help find better ways to prevent, screen, diagnose or treat cancer. With our focus on physician-led, patient-centered care, we are helping to redefine cancer care throughout the Rocky Mountain region.
Have cancer questions?
We can help. askSARAH is a dedicated, confidential helpline for your cancer-related questions. Our specially trained nurses are available 24/7.
We can help. askSARAH is a dedicated, confidential helpline for your cancer-related questions. Our specially trained nurses are available 24/7.
Our clinical research trial programs
HCA HealthONE and Sarah Cannon Cancer Network partner with Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) to offer patients access to world-class care and advanced treatments options through clinical trials. A phase I research unit, SCRI at HCA HealthONE, and an expert blood cancer practice, Colorado Blood Cancer Institute, are available onsite at Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center. Together, they treat hundreds of patients each year with the latest therapies.
Learn about clinical trials
Cancer clinical trials are specifically designed to answer specific scientific questions that can improve the treatment and care of people with cancer. Trials are conducted for a variety of reasons, including to:
- Test new and better ways to prevent, screen, diagnose or treat cancer
- Test an existing cancer treatment on a different type of cancer
- Determine if an investigational therapy or procedure is more effective in treating a particular type of cancer than an
existing therapy or procedure - Understand how to use approved treatments in new combinations for better results
Clinical trials rely on volunteers, referred to as study participants. Every study participant is closely monitored with medical tests and exams before, during and after the clinical trial. Safety is always a top priority, and clinical trials are strictly managed by the FDA. Before a therapy is approved for testing in humans, the FDA ensures that it has gone through strict testing protocols.
Why are cancer clinical trials important?
Today’s clinical trials result in tomorrow’s treatment options. All of the standard cancer treatments used today are based on previous clinical trial results.
Cancer clinical trials are important because they:
- Provide patients with access to the latest treatment options that are being explored
- Help patients contribute to medical knowledge and progress against cancer, which can improve care
- Provide critical data that can ultimately lead to new FDA-approved therapies for patients that are more effective and/or better tolerated than current treatments
For more information about our active cancer clinical trials, please call (720) 754-2610.
Types of clinical trials available
The number and type of active clinical trials available changes regularly. Your eligibility to participate depends on several criteria, including age, gender, your cancer type and stage, any previous treatments you may have had, and your overall medical history. If you’re interested in participating in a clinical trial, visit the SCRI clinical trial search tool. Clinical trials are available to search by disease type and zip code.
About HCA Healthcare Sarah Cannon Cancer Network
Fighting cancer takes a team
HCA Healthcare Sarah Cannon Cancer Network delivers you exceptional cancer care through cutting-edge, specialized treatments, multidisciplinary collaboration and care that is tailored to you. Our teams of passionate caregivers and global oncology experts across the United States and United Kingdom offer services and expertise that extend across many types of cancer. Together with the full support of HCA Healthcare – a leading provider of cancer care and research – we’re with you and your family from diagnosis through survivorship.