Decentralised clinical trials allow patients to remain in their local area with whānau and support networks, increasing accessibility and quality of care. A national steering committee supported by Te Aho o Te Kahu – Cancer Control Agency has adapted overseas decentralised clinical trial models to suit the needs of Aotearoa New Zealand, with an equity focus. Twelve standard operating procedures have been developed, as well as a supervision plan and a glossary, and are freely available on the New Zealand Association of Clinical Research website. The steering committee state that the methodology has potential to be used beyond oncology and support improvement in research capabilities nationally.
