February, 2003
© 2000, 2001, 2003 Scott S. Emerson, M.D., Ph.D.
Session 1- Overview: 44
Statistical Issues
Bottom Line
The wide variety of situations addressed by clinical trials demand a broad variety of study designs
In every case, however, it is of paramount importance that the clinical trial design be fully evaluated to ensure
·scientific credibility
·ethical experiments
·efficient experiments