Researchers should attempt to gain full access to medical files or lists of patients so that these potential participants can be contacted directly by the researcher.

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Gaining full access to medical files or lists of patients without explicit consent violates patient confidentiality and privacy laws. Researchers must follow ethical guidelines and obtain necessary permissions, often working through healthcare providers to contact potential participants.

Researchers Should Attempt to Gain Full Access to Medical Files