The importance of clinical trial protocols

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Melissa Andreia de Moraes Silva

Abstract

The International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) and the World Health Organization (WHO) define a clinical trial as any research that prospectively assigns participants or groups of human subjects to one or more interventions (medicines, procedures, devices, behavioral treatments, dietary supplements and diets, for example). These trials aim to evaluate the effects of interventions on human health. Prospective clinical research is essential for discovering new knowledge, improving the scientific base, solving challenges, and improving clinical practices. The basic principles for a successful researcher include interest, availability, persistence, and honesty. However, it is essential that, first of all, one has complete and detailed knowledge of scientific writing and preparation of the research protocol.



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de Moraes Silva MA. The importance of clinical trial protocols. HSJ [Internet]. 2024Jun.19 [cited 2024Jul.2];14(1):e1520. Available from: https://portalrcs.hcitajuba.org.br/index.php/rcsfmit_zero/article/view/hsjhci.v14.2024.e1520
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Author Biography

Melissa Andreia de Moraes Silva, Hospital de Clínicas de Itajubá

Master and PhD in Sciences from the Federal University of São Paulo. Vascular Surgeon and Vascular Ultrasonographer. Responsible Editor for the Health Sciences Journal.

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