Table 3 General advice when choosing a randomisation scheme
From: Use of randomisation in clinical trials: a survey of UK practice
| Â | 2003 | 2011 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
(n= 103) | (n= 15) | (n= 118) | |
Keep it simple | 31 (30%) | 4 (27%) | 35 (30%) |
Consider important prognostic factors only (keep to a minimum) | 24 (23%) | 7 (47%) | 31 (26%) |
Limit predictability | 10 (10%) | 2 (13%) | 12 (10%) |
Speak to an experienced statistician/expert | 9 (9%) | 0 (0%) | 9 (8%) |
Use minimisation if possible | 8 (8%) | 3 (20%) | 11 (9%) |