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Clinical trial
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a controlled scientific experiment in which the effectiveness and safety of a medical treatment is measured by testing it on people
What is a "clinical trial"?
A clinical trial is a research study performed to test new medical treatments, drugs, or procedures on people. The goal is to determine if these new methods are safe and effective. Participants in clinical trials receive the treatment that is being tested and are closely monitored for any effects. Trials are performed in phases, with each phase designed to answer specific questions about the treatment’s safety, dosage, and effectiveness before it becomes widely available.
Example
The medication's effectiveness was assessed experimentally through clinical trials.
Researchers are conducting clinical trials to further evaluate the efficacy of the new vaccine.
Medical breakthroughs often result from years of scientific research and clinical trials.
Clinical trials are conducted to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of new treatments.
A double-blind clinical trial with promising outcomes provided important scientific affirmation of the therapeutic benefits of the new drug.
