Application of "stepped-wedge design" methodology in randomized controlled trials / 中华流行病学杂志
Chinese Journal of Epidemiology
;
(12): 92-95, 2010.
Article
in Chinese
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-267433
ABSTRACT
In this article, two research cases are employed to show the rationale of the stepped-wedge design, under what situations that such a design is desirable, and how it can be implemented. Stepped-wedge design seems to suit to randomized controlled trials in which the entire study population will receive intervention programs as they would "provide more advantages than harm". When intervention can not be given to all the targets simultaneously due to limited resources, this design is particularly useful. The stepped-wedge design is also relevant when there is a hope to detect or control the time trend effect on the effectiveness of the intervention strategy. On the other hand, however, this design requires longer trial duration and presents a number of statistical challenges. Hence, careful planning and monitoring are essential to ensure that a robust evaluation is undertaken.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Type of study:
Controlled clinical trial
Language:
Chinese
Journal:
Chinese Journal of Epidemiology
Year:
2010
Type:
Article
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