Crohn's Disease Research: Potential Benefits of Participation

Volunteers are necessary for Crohn's disease research to be conducted. Patients who join Crohn's trials may have the first chance to benefit from Crohn's disease treatments that have shown promise in earlier research. Patients who volunteer will also make an important contribution to medical science by helping doctors learn more about Crohn's disease. Although Crohn's disease research trials may pose some risks, researchers take careful steps to protect their patients.