Annotated Registry of Trials in Cancer, Australia and New Zealand Ed. - User Guide
- Getting Started
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ARTICANZ (Annotated Registry of Trials in Cancer, Australia/NZ Edition) is a specialist-curated platform providing comprehensive information about cancer clinical trials in Australia and New Zealand. This guide will help you effectively navigate and utilize the platform's features.
ARTICANZ organizes cancer clinical trials in three main ways:
- By Cancer Type: Find trials categorized by specific cancer types and treatment lines
- By Drug Class: Search trials by molecular targets and mechanisms of action
- By Location: Locate trials based on healthcare facilities across Australia and New Zealand
- Searching for Trials By Cancer Type
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- Navigate to the "By Cancer Type" section in the main menu
- Browse through hierarchically organized categories:
- Medical oncology (solid tumors)
- Haematology (blood cancers)
- Paediatric cancers
- Radiation oncology
- Drill down through subcategories (e.g., Breast → Breast - Metastatic → HER2-positive)
- Select a specific cancer type and treatment line to view relevant trials
- Searching for Trials By Drug Class
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- Navigate to the "By Drug Class" section
- Browse through target categories like PD-1/PD-L1, ERBB2, EGFR, etc.
- Select a specific drug target or drug class to view all related trials
- Use this approach when looking for precision medicine approaches or specific therapeutic mechanisms
- Searching for Trials By Location
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- Navigate to the "By Site" section
- Select a country (Australia or New Zealand)
- For Australian trials, select a state (NSW, VIC, QLD, etc.)
- Browse through healthcare facilities organized by postal code
- Select a specific facility to view all trials conducted at that location
- Using Direct Search
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- Use the search bar on the home page to find trials directly
- Enter keywords related to:
- Cancer types (e.g., "breast cancer")
- Drug names or targets (e.g., "PD-1" or "pembrolizumab")
- Trial identifiers (e.g., "NCT12345678")
- Review search results showing matching trials
- Understanding Trial Listings
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Each trial listing provides detailed information:
- Trial identifier (NCT number)
- Trial phase and recruitment status
- Trial title and description
- Drug targets and mechanisms of action
- Cancer types addressed
- Participating locations and facilities
- Accessing Trial Data
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For researchers and analysts:
- Navigate to the "Data" section
- Access downloadable trial databases in various formats:
- ARTICANZ-trials-summary files for different cancer categories
- Ontology files for drug databases and cancer type classifications
- Use API access points for programmatic data retrieval
- Additional Features
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- Weekly Updates: ARTICANZ is refreshed weekly with the latest trial information
- Expert Curation: All trial information is annotated by specialist oncologists and haematologists
- Hierarchical Organization: Trials are categorized to match clinical decision-making workflows
- Open Data Access: Free access for clinical, research, and patient use
- Getting Help
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If you encounter difficulties or have questions:
- Refer to the "FAQ" section for answers to common questions
- Contact the ARTICANZ team through the platform's feedback system to report errors or suggest improvements
- Review the disclaimer information to understand data usage terms
Remember that ARTICANZ provides informational content that should not replace medical advice from qualified healthcare professionals. Always consult healthcare providers for clinical decisions.
- Using ARTICANZ in Clinical Practice
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When using ARTICANZ in clinical settings:
- Bookmark frequently accessed cancer types or drug classes for quicker reference
- Check trial status and recruitment information before discussing options with patients
- Use the location search to find nearby trials that minimize patient travel
- Consider molecular targets when exploring precision medicine options
- Review eligibility criteria thoroughly before patient referral
