Characterizing Gender Eligibility Descriptions for Clinical Trials Registered on ClinicalTrials.gov
Amanda Burton, Swapna Mohan, Yvonne Puplampu-Dove, Tony Tse
Abstract
This cross-sectional, exploratory study uses ClinicalTrials.gov data from trials initiated on or after January 18, 2017, to characterize the use of a new free-text “gender eligibility description” data field; reports the frequency of gender identity terms used; and assesses the correct or incorrect use of the field.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineClinical trialGender identityField (mathematics)Family medicineInternal medicineSocial psychologyPure mathematicsPsychologyMathematicsSex and Gender in HealthcareDiversity and Career in Medicine