Clinical trial design

The appropriate design of a clinical trial is essential, both to ensure that your trial leads to unbiased conclusions and that it is designed in accordance with ethical guidelines.

Dianthus Medical can offer advice to those planning a clinical trial, providing guidance on:

  • Methological issues, such as the experimental design, optimal efficacy and safety variables, and the use of control groups
  • Statistical issues, such as the determination of sample sizes, the use of appropriate statistical tests, and the adjustment for confounding variables

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