How do CROs contribute to the medical product development process?
A. A properly run clinical study, with patient safety and scientific methodology rigorously ensured, is the CROs mission their primary focus and top priority. By running ethical studies and producing valid results, CROs are a cornerstone of the efficient medical product development process. Q: What oversight mechanisms are in place to ensure the ethical conduct of clinical trials? A: A variety of stakeholders work together to ensure that clinical trials are conducted in strict accordance with regulations and standards. These include investigators, hospitals, regulators, institutional review boards (IRBs), pharmaceutical companies, CROs and others. The roles of these organizations in the conduct of clinical trials are strictly governed by U.S. and global regulations and standards. IRBs which are independent of both CROs and trial sponsors review the plans for clinical trials to ensure they will be conducted ethically and follow appropriate guidelines for the selection of participants. T
