The worldwide clinical trial research response to the COVID-19 ...
The article highlights the unprecedented scale of COVID-19 clinical trials, with 689 trials targeting 396,366 participants. Most trials were small, focusing on treatments like antivirals and antimalarials, with few on prevention. Despite rapid initiation, many trials face recruitment challenges, risking resource waste. Coordination and evidence-based research are urgently needed to address global health threats effectively.
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The article highlights the unprecedented scale of COVID-19 clinical trials, with 689 trials targeting 396,366 participants. Most trials were small, focusing on treatments like antivirals and antimalarials, with few on prevention. Despite rapid initiation, many trials face recruitment challenges, risking resource waste. Coordination and evidence-based research are urgently needed to address global health threats effectively.