Several ethical dilemmas frequently arise in cancer research, including:
1. Balancing Risks and Benefits: Determining whether the potential benefits of a new treatment outweigh the risks. 2. Patient Autonomy: Ensuring that patients have the freedom to make their own decisions without undue influence. 3. Equitable Selection of Participants: Avoiding exploitation of vulnerable populations while ensuring a diverse participant pool. 4. Use of Placebos: Deciding when it is ethical to use a placebo, especially when effective treatments are available.
