Placebo Group
/ˈplæsɪboʊ ɡruːp/
Definitions
- (n.) A control group in clinical trials receiving a placebo to compare effects with the treatment group.
The placebo group showed no significant improvement compared to the drug group.
Forms
- placebo group
- placebo groups
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Commentary
In legal contexts, especially in regulatory and compliance settings, understanding the placebo group is crucial to evaluating trial integrity and protecting participant rights.
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