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Pharmacy Made Simple brings you clear and practical summaries of the best pharmacy and pharmacology books. Each episode breaks down complex drug concepts, mechanisms, and clinical applications into simple, easy-to-understand explanations — perfect for pharmacy students, professionals, and anyone passionate about the science of medicines.
Data Monitoring in Clinical Trials: A Case Studies Approach
Pharmacy Made Simple
20 minutes
6 days ago
Data Monitoring in Clinical Trials: A Case Studies Approach
An extensive overview of the complexities surrounding Data and Safety Monitoring Committees (DSMCs) in clinical trials, emphasizing their crucial role in ensuring participant safety and study integrity. Various case studies, such as the Beta-Blocker Heart Attack Trial (BHAT) and the Stroke Prevention in Atrial Fibrillation I Trial (SPAF I), illustrate the difficult ethical and statistical judgments these committees face, particularly when considering early termination for benefit or harm. The text discusses factors influencing monitoring, including trial phase, blinding status, and participant vulnerability, while also detailing the history and structure of these committees, exemplified by the pioneering Coronary Drug Project (CDP). Furthermore, the sources explore nuanced issues like managing composite outcomes, interpreting subgroup analyses, the influence of external information, and navigating regulatory policies, such as the FDA’s use of interim data for accelerated approvals.
Pharmacy Made Simple brings you clear and practical summaries of the best pharmacy and pharmacology books. Each episode breaks down complex drug concepts, mechanisms, and clinical applications into simple, easy-to-understand explanations — perfect for pharmacy students, professionals, and anyone passionate about the science of medicines.
