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How to connect the gap between clinical trials and clinical practice.
Hong-cai SHANG1, Hong-juan XU, Jing CHEN
1West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu (610041) China. shanghongcai@126.com
Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine
|December 17, 2008
Summary
Clinical research is advancing, but its practical significance for patient care remains debated. This essay explores the crucial link between clinical trials and everyday medical practice.
Area of Science:
- Clinical Research Methodology
- Evidence-Based Medicine
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Integration
Background:
- Rapid advancements in clinical research methods and clinical trial design, including for Traditional Chinese Medicine.
- Ongoing debate regarding the practical significance of clinical research findings and guidelines for actual clinical practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To critically examine the relationship between clinical trial outcomes and their applicability in clinical practice.
- To bridge the gap between research evidence and the realities of patient care.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis of current trends in clinical research.
- Analysis of the translation of research findings into clinical practice guidelines.
- Discussion based on the authors' dual experience in clinical practice and research.
Main Results:
- While clinical research aims for objectivity, its direct impact on clinical practice is often questioned.
- The translation of research results into actionable clinical decisions requires careful consideration of practical contexts.
Conclusions:
- There is a need for better integration of clinical research findings into clinical practice.
- Further discussion is warranted to enhance the practical utility of clinical trials and their derived guidelines.
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