How informed is consent in vulnerable populations? Experience using a continuous consent process during the MDP301 vaginal microbicide trial in Mwanza, Tanzania

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>HIV prevention trials conducted among disadvantaged vulnerable at-risk populations in developing countries present unique ethical dilemmas. A key concern in bioethics is the validity of informed consent for trial participation obtain...

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Main Authors: Kavit Natujwa, Soteli Selephina, Kasindi Stella, Shagi Charles, Lees Shelley, Vallely Andrew, Vallely Lisa, McCormack Sheena, Pool Robert, Hayes Richard J
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-06-01
Series:BMC Medical Ethics
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1472-6939/11/10