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Patient Preference clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 7 Patient Preference clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 4 countries (most in United States (3), Canada (2), Japan (1)). By phase: Phase 4 (2). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 7Clinical trials
- 4Countries
Newest Patient Preference clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Family involvement in treatment decisions for very old ICU patients | — | London | Recruiting | Jun 25, 2025 |
| Examining plaque characteristics in patients deferred from coronary intervention | — | Toyoake, Aichi-ken | Recruiting | Jul 18, 2024 |
| Using TENS units to reduce pain during IUD insertion | — | Boston, Massachusetts | Recruiting | Feb 5, 2024 |
| Helping elderly patients discuss their end-of-life care preferences | — | Barrie, Ontario | Recruiting | Aug 21, 2023 |
| Understanding Patient Choices in Rectal Cancer Treatment | — | Montreal, Quebec | Recruiting | Jun 14, 2021 |
| Comparing Dexamethasone Inserts to Standard Steroid Drops After Eye Surgery | Phase 4 | Bozeman, Montana | Recruiting | Sep 16, 2020 |
| Evaluating patient preference for dropless versus drops after cataract surgery | Phase 4 | Garden City, New York | Recruiting | Dec 20, 2019 |
All recruiting trials (7)
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Family involvement in treatment decisions for very old ICU patients
This study observes how families and ICU teams communicate with patients 75 and older to see how family meetings affect planning and care.
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Examining plaque characteristics in patients deferred from coronary intervention
This study is trying to see if certain types of plaque in the arteries can help predict heart problems in patients who were not treated with a heart procedure.
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Using TENS units to reduce pain during IUD insertion
This study is testing if using TENS units can help reduce pain for women aged 12 to 50 during IUD insertion.
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Helping elderly patients discuss their end-of-life care preferences
This study is trying to see if helping elderly patients talk about their end-of-life care wishes can lead to better care and satisfaction compared to standard practices.
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Understanding Patient Choices in Rectal Cancer Treatment
This study is trying to understand what treatment options people with operable rectal cancer prefer and how their choices are influenced by their personal circumstances.
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Comparing Dexamethasone Inserts to Standard Steroid Drops After Eye Surgery
This study is testing whether a new eye insert can work better than regular steroid eye drops for patients recovering from eye surgery.
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Evaluating patient preference for dropless versus drops after cataract surgery
This study is testing whether a new eye insert can help people with cataract surgery feel better and have less pain compared to using eye drops.
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Quick answers
How many Patient Preference clinical trials are recruiting right now?
7, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 4 countries. The most sites are in United States (3 trials), Canada (2 trials), Japan (1 trial), United Kingdom (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 4: 2. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
Find the studies that fit you
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