Glossary
Clinical Trials Glossary
Glossary
Clinical Trials Glossary
Clinical trials are essential for advancing medical knowledge and developing new treatments, but the terminology can be complex and technical. This glossary provides clear definitions of commonly used terms in clinical trial documentation and literature.
The terms are organized into the following key categories:
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Study Design & Methodology | Terms related to how trials are structured and conducted |
| Study Timeline & Status | Terms describing the temporal aspects and current state of trials |
| Study Arms & Interventions | Terms about treatment groups and therapeutic approaches |
| Participant-Related Terms | Terms concerning study subjects and eligibility |
| Safety & Outcomes | Terms related to results and adverse events |
| Study Phases | Terms describing different stages of clinical research |
| Documentation & Oversight | Terms about trial documentation and monitoring |
| Study Identification & Registration | Terms related to trial registration and identification |
| Responsible Parties & Organizations | Terms about key stakeholders and personnel |
| Regulatory & Compliance | Terms concerning legal and regulatory requirements |
| Study Types & Classifications | Terms describing different kinds of clinical research |
This glossary serves as a reference for:
- Healthcare professionals and researchers
- Clinical trial participants and their families
- Anyone interested in understanding clinical trial literature
The definitions provided aim to be clear and accessible while maintaining scientific accuracy. Terms are cross-referenced where appropriate to show relationships between different concepts in clinical research.