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Fundamentals of clinical trial design

Year: 2010

Type: article

Abstract: Most errors in clinical trials are a result of poor planning. Fancy statistical methods cannot rescue design flaws. Thus careful planning with clear foresight is crucial. Issues in trial conduct and analyses should be anticipated during trial design and thoughtfully addressed. Fundamental clinical trial design issues are discussed.

Source: Journal of Experimental Stroke and Translational Medicine

DOI: 10.4172/1939-067x.1000116

Author: Scott R Evans

Institution: Harvard University

Language: English

Topic: Statistical Methods in Clinical Trials

Subfield: Statistics and Probability

Field: Mathematics

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

Funders: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke