A comparison between print vs. internet methods for a clinical trial recruitment—A pan European OCD study

Abstract Recruitment for clinical studies presents a serious challenge in terms of meeting both time and budget constraints. The internet offers a potentially powerful means for quick and effective recruitment—either as an add-on or as alternative to traditional methods. We developed a Google search...

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Published in:European neuropsychopharmacology 2014-06, Vol.24 (6), p.874-878
Main Authors: Carmi, L, Zohar, J
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Age Factors
Clinical trials
Educational Status
Europe
Female
Humans
Internal Medicine
Internet
Male
Middle Aged
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder - diagnosis
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder - therapy
Online recruitment
Patient Selection
Psychiatric Status Rating Scales
Psychiatry
Recruitment
Sex Factors
Treatment Outcome
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Summary:Abstract Recruitment for clinical studies presents a serious challenge in terms of meeting both time and budget constraints. The internet offers a potentially powerful means for quick and effective recruitment—either as an add-on or as alternative to traditional methods. We developed a Google search based solution which enhances patient recruitment. Recruitment via internet was associated with greater exposure to relevant applicants and better response to treatment as compared to traditional printed ads.
ISSN:0924-977X
1873-7862
DOI:10.1016/j.euroneuro.2014.01.021