Fast Track Pathway May Be ‘Poor Man’s Breakthrough’ But It Works
Executive Summary
Most requests for the FDA’s less-heralded expedited review designation are based on Phase II or earlier data, and have a greater chance of success than requests for breakthrough designation.
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