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blinding (clinical trials)  

Definition

  • Blinding is a technique used to minimize bias in a study by preventing the participants from knowing which treatment option they are allocated to receive. Blinding can take three main forms: single, double, and triple blinding. [Source: Encyclopedia of Health Care Management; Blinding]

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