modification of a cell received a great deal of news coverage. Although the 
studies are more common today, they may still receive some attention by the 
news media. Under no circumstances will your identity or your participation 
in this study be revealed. However, your medical records are made available 
for review to the National Cancer Institute or the FDA, as required by the 
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or other authorized users only under the 
guidelines established by the Federal Privacy Act. 
Compensation 
You will not be paid for taking part in this research study. 
Problems or Questions 
The physicians involved in your care have been available to answer your 
questions about this treatment program and will continue to be available in 
the future. A copy of this consent is kept on file and a copy will be given 
to you. You may contact the principal investigator Dr. Mario Sznol or other 
staff members at 301-846-1520 with questions about this study, about your 
rights as a research subject, or about any injury you feel is related to this 
study. If there are any questions as to your rights as a patient, you may 
contact the patient representative, Ms. Jane Snider, at (301) 698-3537. 
Research Related Inquiries 
The BRMP will provide short-term medical care for any physical injury 
resulting from your participation in research here. However, the BRMP will 
not provide long-term medical care or financial compensation for such 
injuries, except as may be provided through whatever remedies are normally 
available under law. 
Additional Costs 
By your participation in this study, you may incur additional costs not 
covered by the BRMP, the hospital or by your insurance company. You will be 
responsible for these payments. 
Voluntary Participation 
Participation in this study is entirely voluntary. You may choose not to 
participate or you may withdraw at any time. We will continue to offer you 
the best care we can, whatever you decide. You may be interested in knowing 
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