The CAR T-Cell Therapy Clinical Journey Guide
Glossary
ECG
Electrocardiogram, electrocardiograph. Records the electrical activity of your heart.
ECHO (echocardiogram)
An ultrasound image of the heart.
ECOG performance score
A questionnaire that measures the ability to care for oneself and perform daily activities and physical functions (like walking, working, etc.).
Effective
How well a treatment works under “real-world” conditions.
Efficacy
How well a treatment works under ideal and controlled circumstances, as in a clinical trial.
Eligibility criteria
Factors that define the population of patients that will be allowed to participate in a particular trial.
Emergency Wallet Card
A card with information about the CAR T-cell therapy you have received and contact information for your clinical research and healthcare teams.
Exclusion criteria
Factors that disqualify a patient from participating in a particular clinical trial.
