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Short Communication

Knowledge and awareness of biosimilars among oncology patients in Colorado, USA

    Rovshan M Ismailov

    *Author for correspondence: Tel.: +1 720 4924193;

    E-mail Address: dr.ismailov@cmdat.org

    Complex Mechanisms of Disease, Aging & Trauma (CMDAT) Research Foundation, PO Box 460722 Denver, CO 80246, USA

    ,
    Zaytuna D Khasanova

    Complex Mechanisms of Disease, Aging & Trauma (CMDAT) Research Foundation, PO Box 460722 Denver, CO 80246, USA

    &
    Pere Gascon

    Department of Hematology-Oncology, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain

    Published Online:https://doi.org/10.2217/fon-2019-0194

    Aim: We aimed to improve oncology patients’ knowledge and awareness of biosimilars. Subsequently, we conducted an assessment of this knowledge by use of an anonymous online survey. Patients & methods: Printed materials discussing major topics related to biosimilars were developed during Phase I of our educational initiative. The brochures contained a link to the online survey. Results: A total of 79 patients responded to our survey. More than 70% of survey participants selected the correct definition of biosimilars and nearly 80% did so on questions focused on regulation, adverse reactions reporting and cost issues related to biosimilars. Conclusion: Our results indicate a good level of both knowledge and awareness of major topics concerning biosimilars among our survey participants.

    Papers of special note have been highlighted as: • of interest

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