Ethical Considerations in Clinical Trials Involving Vulnerable Populations: Protecting Participant Rights and Welfare
Vulnerable populations in clinical research are individuals or groups who may experience diminished autonomy, increased risk exposure, or limited capacity to provide fully informed, voluntary consent. Ethical guidelines such as the Belmont Report, Declaration of Helsinki, ICH-GCP, and national regulations provide specific protections to prevent exploitation, enhance autonomy, and ensure equitable treatment of these populations.
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