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Susannah Fleming1, Lazaro Mwandigha2, Thomas R Fanshawe3

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Interim analysis can stop diagnostic accuracy studies early if the test performs poorly. This methodology, focusing on futility, improves efficiency in clinical research.

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  • Medical Statistics
  • Diagnostic Test Evaluation
  • Clinical Trial Methodology

Background:

  • Interim analysis is established in clinical trials but underutilized in diagnostic accuracy studies.
  • Early termination for futility can prevent resource waste if a test shows poor diagnostic performance (sensitivity, specificity).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe practical and analytical considerations for interim analysis in diagnostic accuracy studies.
  • To focus on developing stopping rules for futility in these studies.
  • To provide an adaptable method for implementing interim analysis in diagnostic accuracy research.

Main Methods:

  • Adaptation of the exact group sequential method for diagnostic accuracy testing.
  • Provision of R code for practical implementation of the proposed method.
  • Illustration using simulated datasets and a real-world SARS-CoV-2 point-of-care test accuracy study.

Main Results:

  • The paper details considerations for planning and executing interim analyses in diagnostic accuracy studies.
  • An adapted group sequential method for diagnostic testing is presented with practical implementation guidance.
  • The method's utility is demonstrated through simulations and a case study.

Conclusions:

  • Interim analysis is a valuable tool for enhancing efficiency in diagnostic accuracy studies.
  • The proposed methodology and guidance can aid researchers in deciding when to implement interim analyses.
  • Further methodological development in this area is warranted.