Clinical trials use patient diaries to gather patient-reported outcome (PRO) data directly from participants and provide valuable, patient-centric insights into the effects of interventions. Patient diaries are increasingly expected by regulatory agencies and serve as key outcome measures in many therapeutic areas. However, not all diaries are suitable for clinical trials. Some therapeutic areas lack adequate research foundations, requiring the development of new diaries.
Read our guide to learn more about:
- Selecting the proper diary depending on the study
- Complications and solutions for better patient diary data
- Considerations for using a dedicated device vs. a bring-your-own-device strategy