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Real-World Data: US FDA Sets High Bar For Electronic Health Records, Claims In Applications

 
• By Sue Sutter

Demonstrating that electronic health record and medical claims datasets are fit for purpose, and addressing potential limitations in advance, are key themes of new draft guidance.

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US FDA has set high expectations for sponsors seeking to use real-world data in product application submissions. • Source: Alamy

A new draft guidance from the US Food and Drug Administration sets a high bar for sponsors to establish that electronic health records and medical claims data are fit for purpose in demonstrating the effectiveness or safety of drugs and biologics.

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