Do You Really Want Doctors Experimenting On You?

Discovering experimental treatment procedures.

Everyday, doctors and scientists studiously calculate the right treatment or drug product to help ease pains and illnesses. Many times, they use animals with similar ailments as study guides. However, once the latest treatment and drug become approved, they are labeled as experimental treatments.
Prescription
An experimental treatment is an internal medicine or an unproven therapy that may not be of high medical or therapy standards. In some cases, experimental treatments have good success. However, if people have adverse reactions after being treated, this may lead to medical malpractice.

The phases of experimental treatments.

When an experimental treatment is being tested, it is commonly known as a clinical trial. Four phases serve as vital points when scientists are evaluating the results. The four phases of experimental treatments according to the  National Cancer Institute are:

  • Phase I Trials - Medical personnel test to evaluate the safety, calculate dosage limits, and search for possible side effects. This test is done using 10-80 participants.
  • Phase II Trials - This phase helps doctors study how effective the experimental treatment or drug is with more participants. By using 100-300 people, doctors can also further assess the safety.
  • Phase III Trials - Used to confirm how effective it is to the disease, this phase helps doctors collect vital information. They also record side effects results and compare the experimental treatment to other popular treatments. This test is usually administered to 1000-3000 people.
  • Phase IV Trials - Used to answer questions about what risk is involved, any beneficial news, and what is the optimum use for the experimental treatment.

ClinicalTrials.gov lists risks including possible life-threatening procedures and chance of not receiving beneficial results.

Experimental treatment cases.

There are several kinds of experimental treatments for individuals suffering from Mesothelioma, a cancer associated with asbestos. However, they are all under their initial stages. Not all Mesothelioma experimental treatments were successful. Gene therapy and Photodynamic therapy proved to fail with disappointing results. Gene therapy treatments were successful with animals but displayed poor results in humans. Photodynamic therapy treatments proved to be of no significant benefit.
Individuals who suffer from Alzheimer's disease have tried the new experimental treatment drug called Dimebon. US News and World Report wrote Dimebon has shown great promise helping to improve the ability to perform daily tasks. After two analysis tests, results showed an increase in memory, orientation, and a better grasp of communicating with others.
Rasansky Law Firm is committed to being an advocate for individuals who are hurt or disabled from receiving experimental treatment. Knowing what to do will allow prompt action and response from you and your doctors. If you feel that you are a victim of medical malpractice, do not hesitate to fill out our free case evaluation form. Our medical malpractice lawyers will gladly review the facts of your situation.

Search

OUR DALLAS LOCATION

2525 McKinnon Street #550 Dallas, Texas 75201

Note: The information that was utilized in this post was gathered from the use of secondary sources. This information used has not been confirmed or independently verified. If you locate any information that is not correct, please contact our firm as soon as possible so that we can make the appropriate corrections. If you find any information that is false, we will remove or correct the post immediately after it is brought to our attention.

Disclaimer: As a valued member of the Dallas community, Rasansky Law Firm’s goal is to improve the safety of all residents in the great state of Texas. These posts should not be viewed as a solicitation for business and the information included herein should not be taken as medical or legal advice. The photos used in this post are not representative of the actual crash scene.

Related Post

February 19, 2024
When Care Fails: A Look into Medical Malpractice and Patient Advocacy

We place great faith in healthcare providers and medical professionals when our health is at risk. Their expertise and authority provide us with peace of mind. However, if we discover that a trusted […]

Read More
April 11, 2018
Sexual Assault by a Doctor or Medical Professional

Have you or someone you love been sexually assaulted while under the care of a doctor or medical professional? When a doctor abuses their position of trust to commit an act of indecency […]

Read More
March 19, 2018
Sepsis Infections Contracted at the Hospital

Did you develop a sepsis infection while at a Texas hospital due to malpractice or unsanitary conditions? The Dallas personal injury attorneys at Rasansky Law Firm may be able to help you recover […]

Read More

Why Choose
Rasansky Law Firm

Over 30+ Years Of Personal Injury Experience

Top-Rated and Award-Winning Personal Injury Lawyers

Attorneys Available to Discuss Your Case Now

No Fee Unless You Win

Free Confidential Consultation.

Request A Free Consultation

Fill out the form below to receive a free and confidential initial consultation with an experienced personal injury lawyer.

chevron-down