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Table 3 Frequency of themes in the analyzed sample of advisory panel applications

From: Patients’ motivations and interest in research: characteristics of volunteers for patient-led projects on PatientsLikeMe

Theme

Frequency (%)

Understanding the causes and nature of the disease

18 (28%)

Influencing the general approach of healthcare

17 (26%)

Participating in decision making (having their voice heard)

12 (18%)

Being an equal partner in doctor-patient communication

8 (12%)

Unclassified

10 (15%)