PCORI-Identified Themes From Early Comment Analysis Avoid Pharma Industry Concerns
Executive Summary
The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute identifies themes from early analysis of comments received on its Methodology Committee report, but it is not clear whether these themes address concerns raised by the pharmaceutical industry.
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