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Activity Number: 66
Type: Contributed
Date/Time: Sunday, July 29, 2007 : 4:00 PM to 5:50 PM
Sponsor: Biopharmaceutical Section
Abstract - #309372
Title: A Discussion on Operational Characteristics in Bayesian Clinical Trials
Author(s): Xin Zhao*+
Companies: Merck & Co., Inc.
Address: 150 Oakland Ave Apt A307, Lansdale, PA, 19446,
Keywords: Bayesian clinical trial ; operational characteristics ; Bayesian methods ; clinical trial
Abstract:

Bayesian methods have been applied in clinical trials in recent years. Operational characteristics are very important in Bayesian clinical trial planning and evaluation. In this talk, I will lay out the aspects we need to consider when we plan the operational characteristics in a Bayesian clinical trial. I will also discuss how to evaluate a Bayesian clinical trial results based on its operational characteristics.


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