A review and re-interpretation of a group-sequential approach to sample size re-estimation in two-stage trials

In this paper, we review the adaptive design methodology of Li et al. (Biostatistics 3:277–287) for two-stage trials with mid-trial sample size adjustment. We argue that it is closer in principle to a group sequential design, in spite of its obvious adaptive element. Several extensions are proposed...

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Main Authors: Bowden, J, Mander, A
Format: Online
Language:English
Published: BlackWell Publishing Ltd 2014
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4288989/