Article History
Received: 10 May 2023
Accepted: 19 August 2023
First Online: 7 September 2023
Declarations
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: There are no potential conflicts of interest (financial or non-financial).
: I…………………….have been informed about the study titled <b>‘Aetiology and predisposing factors of hoarseness of voice ’</b> being conducted by Dr. Liza Mathew Luke of the department of Otorhinolaryngology. I have been explained about the nature of the study and my questions have been answered satisfactorily. I have been informed about the risk (if any) associated with the procedures during the study. I voluntarily agree to be included in the study. I understand that blood tests or other tests may be needed for the study. I will inform the investigator about any untoward incident during the study.I am aware that I have the freedom to opt out of the study, at any time, without being asked for any reason, thereof.I have been informed that my treatment will not be affected, even if I do not join the study or leave the study at any time. I have been informed that no additional expenses are to be borne by me for the purpose of the study.I understand that the results of the study will be published or released without any further intimation to me, but respecting the confidentiality and without my identity being revealed.