Preferred Label : Study Protocol Version Primary Purpose Type Code;
NCIt related terms : StudyProtocolVersion.primaryPurposeTypeCode;
Alternative definition : BRIDG 5.3: A coded value specifying the type of study based upon the intent of the
study's activities. A classification of the intent of the study. EXAMPLE(S): Treatment
studies test new treatments, new combinations of drugs, or new approaches to surgery
or radiation therapy. Prevention studies look for better ways to prevent disease in
people who have never had the disease or to prevent a disease from returning. These
approaches may include medicines, vitamins, vaccines, minerals, or lifestyle changes.
Diagnostic studies are conducted to find better tests or procedures for diagnosing
a particular disease or condition. Screening studies test the best way to detect certain
diseases or health conditions. Quality of Life studies (or Supportive Care studies)
explore ways to improve comfort and the quality of life for individuals with a chronic
illness. OTHER NAME(S): NOTE(S): StudyProtocolVersion.purposeStatement, StudyProtocolVersion.primaryPurposeTypeCode
and StudyObjective may sound similar in meaning but are distinct concepts in BRIDG.
StudyProtocolVersion.purposeStatement, which is an broad explanation of why a study
is being conducted (e.g. determine efficacy of a drug or procedure), differs from
StudyProtocolVersion.primaryPurposeTypeCode which is a classification of the purpose
or intent of the study (e.g. Prevention, Treatment, Quality of Life), and that differs
from StudyObjective, which describes in a specific and measurable way what the study
hopes to accomplish (e.g. extend life of subjects at least 3 years, reduce frequency
of symptoms).;
NCI Metathesaurus CUI : CL978307;
Origin ID : C165148;
UMLS CUI : C5236937;
Semantic type(s)
- concept_is_in_subset
