Clinical Content & Reuse Solutions

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Welcome to the Clinical Content & Reuse Initiative Solutions Page

The Clinical Content & Reuse (CC&R) Initiative aims to enhance clinical trial processes by providing harmonized structure and proposed model content within clinical trial documents that can be reused throughout the project lifecycle to enable digitization and traceability through automation.

What’s New

CC&R Initiative & Solutions

With the 2024 Release, the Clinical Template Suite (CTS) continues to reflect state of the art research trends and guidance while successfully reaching its value and impact goals. Those being:

  • developing harmonized protocol structure and proposed model content
  • demonstrating value in automation and reuse of selected protocol content
  • helping to lay a foundation for digitization of the protocol and study design elements

While future plans for CTS template content revisions are evolving, their place in the clinical trial ecosystem is undeniable and download and use by stakeholders continues. We anticipate valuable innovations coming from ICH M11, Digital Data Flow, and the HL7 Vulcan: Utilizing Digital Protocols Project impacting the protocol space and will evaluate future alignment opportunities. As always, use of these assets is completely voluntary and customization/update is left to the discretion of each sponsor.

CTS eTemplates: At this time, no further development or updates to the eTemplates functionality are planned. Because of this, TransCelerate is making the source code for the eTemplate suite available to the public pursuant to an open source license agreement. After clicking to accept the license, individuals can download the code base and supporting materials to aid in their implementation of the CTS eTemplates. Navigate to the eTemplates Tab further down on this page to download the eTemplates Source Code file.

For information relating to ongoing protocol digitization efforts see TransCelerate’s Digital Data Flow initiative here.

2024 Release Summary

The 10th CTS Release & Implementation Toolkit (January 2024) reflects evolved best practices (i.e., master protocols, pregnancy & breastfeeding, reducing gender-specific language, liver safety) as well as other content topics (PRO’s, EU-CTR alignment, Statistical Analyses approach, CTIS) and supports other TransCelerate initiatives by incorporating the MCTC Data Return Plan & PE Study Participation Feedback Questionnaire into the CPT.  Additionally, the eTemplates have been updated to address a series of systemic functionality “bugs” that have been identified over the past several releases.

New assets include:

  1. A CTS integrated participant type library for trials enrolling pregnant participants (See CPT Libraries tab)
  2. A basic Word library outlining liver safety considerations for oncology trials (See CPT Libraries tab)
  3. Summary findings from SoA redesign exploration efforts (See Innovation & Collaboration)
  4. A guidance for design considerations for master protocols (See Innovation & Collaboration)

Along with updated CTS assets and Implementation Toolkit resources.

What is Clinical Content & Reuse

About Clinical Content & Reuse

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Innovation & Collaboration

The Clinical Content & Reuse initiative, in addition to maintaining the CTS, has been involved with numerous innovative exploratory activities & collaborations aimed at enhancing the clinical research ecosystem.  Click on the tabs below to learn more & see related tools and resources.

EU-PEARL/Master Protocol

Following a three-year initiative, the IMI sponsored EU-PEARL team released master protocol, ISA, and statistical analysis plan templates based on TransCelerate’s Clinical Template Suite (CPT & SAP templates) as well as other supporting assets. You can find these tools by following this link:

Building upon this collaboration, the CC&R team incorporated key recommendations related to master protocol design into the 2024 CPT, and also created a guidance document for design considerations for complex studies.

ACRO/Disrupted Studies

In the Fall of 2020, TransCelerate’s Clinical Content & Reuse Initiative released:

Since that time, both ACRO and TransCelerate member companies have faced unprecedented interruptions to clinical trials caused by an increasingly diverse set of circumstances. ACRO and TransCelerate took their lessons learned and in 2022 published proposals to address these challenges in:

SoA Redesign

Over the past two years, the CC&R team has been exploring avenues towards improving Schedule of Activities design with an eye towards digitization.

In 2021, the CC&R Team conducted a proof-of-concept exercise & landscape analysis to determine the general feasibility of establishing a procedures library to support protocol design and digitization. The results of that exercise, aimed at supporting the evolution towards a digitized protocol, have been summarized in a white paper:

In 2022-3, the team explored the possibility of SoA redesign with various stakeholders in mind.  A perspective on the future state of the Schedule of Activities and its potential, focusing on redesign toward a “Stakeholder View Approach” to address multiple end user needs, can be found here:

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CTS Tools & Resources

The CTS is provided as a free resource and was developed along with the associated Implementation Toolkit to be a self-service set of materials. Click on the tabs below for Clinical Template Suite (CTS) information and resources. Translated assets can be found here.

What is the CPT?

What is the CPT?

2024 CPT Updates

CPT Templates

CPT Foundation and Strategic Alignment

CPT Implementation Tools

Libraries

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What is the CPT?

The Common Protocol Template (CPT) provides proposed harmonized content and streamlined format for clinical trial protocols. TransCelerate BioPharma, Inc. developed the CPT with input from study investigators, study coordinators, members of institutional review boards (IRB), institutional ethics committees (IEC), the TransCelerate contract research organizations (CRO) Forum, and global regulatory authorities.

The CPT includes a harmonized structure, proposed model text, and regulator-accepted endpoint definitions via therapeutic area libraries that may be used across protocols with little to no editing at the discretion of the user.

The CPT is available in two formats: the Basic Word Edition and the technology-enabled eCPT. Each template can be used independently or in conjunction with other templates in the Clinical Template Suite (CTS) or eTemplates.

Click the image below to see the CPT User Journey through 2019.

2024 CPT Updates

TransCelerate is excited to release the 2024 version of the CPT/eCPT which is a foundational element of the Clinical Content & Reuse (CC&R) effort.

Since the Fall 2021 release, we have focused on incorporating evolved best practices (i.e., master protocols, pregnancy & breastfeeding, reducing gender-specific language, liver safety) as well as other content topics (PRO’s, EU-CTR alignment, Statistical Analyses approach, CTIS). Additionally, updates support other TransCelerate initiatives by incorporating the MCTC Data Return Plan & PE Study Participation Feedback Questionnaire into the CPT. Complete details of the changes can be found in the Summary of Changes in 2024 Release.

New Libraries: Pregnant Participants, Liver Safety for Oncology (BWE Version Only)

Updated Libraries: Healthy Volunteer, Patient, Pediatrics, VaccinesProstate CancerBreast Cancer

 

CPT Templates

The CPT is the Common Protocol Template. It has a common heading structure, common text, suggested text, and can be used with CPT libraries. The CPT is available in two formats: the Basic Word Edition and the technology-enabled eCPT. A Japanese translation of the CPT is also available.

1. Basic Word Version:

2. eCPT:

The eCPT can be used as a stand-alone template or in conjunction with other eTemplates. The eTemplates enable downstream content reuse in documents. The eCPT is a technology-enabled Microsoft (MS) Word formatted template for the protocol and requires the installation of an MS-Word add-in. Downloads and instructions for the eCPT can be found on the eTemplates tab.

CPT Foundation and Strategic Alignment

Resources linked below provide context and history of the CPT and the Clinical Template Suite (CTS) as well as information on strategic alignment and disclosures:

 

CPT Implementation Tools

Implementation Tools for the TransCelerate CPT/eCPT:

Downloads, guidance, and instructions for the eCPT can be found on the eTemplates tab.

Libraries

Along with the new Pregnant Participants Library, the following libraries were updated in the 2024 Release: Healthy Volunteer, Patient, Pediatrics, Vaccines, Prostate Cancer, and Breast Cancer.

The remaining eight therapeutic libraries (Alzheimer’s, Asthma, COPD, CV Safety, Diabetes, Diabetic Kidney Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and TQT) were developed or last updated in 2018 to align with the CDISC Therapeutic Area User Guides (TUAGs) and other regulatory guidelines that were available at that time. Due to a low level of usage, TransCelerate will no longer be reviewing or updating these libraries to align with changes to guidance or the structure of the CPT/eCPT.

Caution should therefore be exercised by sponsors when using these libraries to ensure they meet Health Authority/country-specific requirements and align with existing guidance at the time of use.

Note: View the CC&R disclaimer here that applies to all libraries. In addition, the libraries for the eCPT are in the add-ins provided.

What is the SAP?

What is the SAP?

2024 SAP Updates

SAP Templates

SAP Foundation and Strategic Alignment

SAP Implementation Tools

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What is the SAP?

The Common Statistical Analysis Plan (SAP) template provides a common layout and model content for SAP documentation which seamlessly integrates with the TransCelerate CPT and CSR templates.

The SAP is available in two formats: the Basic Word Edition and the technology-enabled eSAP. Each template can be used independently or with the other templates in the Clinical Template Suite or eTemplates. The templates address global regulatory requirements for reporting, including the ICH E9, ICH E9 (R1), and disclosure.

2024 SAP Updates

TransCelerate is excited to release the 2024 version of the SAP template and eSAP!

Since the Fall 2021 release, we have optimized content across the template suite with an eye towards sustainability. Specifically for the SAP, updates were focused on better alignment of the statistical analyses approach to support estimands requirements.

Complete details are in the Summary of Changes in 2024 Release.

SAP Templates

The Common Statistical Analysis Plan (SAP) template provides a common layout and model content for SAP documentation which seamlessly integrates with the TransCelerate CPT and CSR templates.

The SAP template is available in two formats: the Basic Word Edition and the technology-enabled eSAP.

1. Basic Word Version:

2. eSAP:

The eSAP can be used as a stand-alone template or with the other eTemplates. The eSAP is a technology-enabled MS Word formatted template. Downloads and instructions for the eSAP can be found on the eTemplates tab.

SAP Foundation and Strategic Alignment

The resources linked below provide context and history of the SAP and the Clinical Template Suite (CTS):

SAP Implementation Tools

Implementation Tools for the SAP/eSAP:

Downloads, guidance, and instructions for the eSAP are on the eTemplates tab.

What is the CSR?

What is the CSR?

2024 CSR Updates

CSR Templates

CSR Foundation and Strategic Alignment

CSR Implementation Tools

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What is the CSR?

The Common Clinical Study Report (CSR) template provides a common and streamlined structure to report data, adhere to global requirements, enable disclosures, and seamlessly integrate with the TransCelerate CPT and SAP templates. The common CSR template does not provide guidance on non-data focused sections such as the benefit/risk interpretation.

The CSR is available in two formats: the Basic Word Edition and the technology-enabled eCSR. Each template can be used independently or with the other templates in the Clinical Template Suite or eTemplates.

 

2024 CSR Updates

TransCelerate is excited to release the 2024 version of the CSR template and the eCSR!

Since the Fall 2021 release, we have optimized content across the template suite with an eye towards sustainability.  Additional changes to the CSR have reflected EU-CTR requirements and maintaining alignment with CPT content updates. Complete details are in the Summary of Changes in 2024 Release.

 

CSR Templates

The Common Clinical Study Report (CSR) template provides a common, streamlined structure to report data, adhere to global requirements, enable disclosures, and seamlessly integrate with the TransCelerate CPT and SAP templates.

The CSR template is available in two formats: the Basic Word Edition and the technology-enabled eCSR.

1. Basic Word Version:

2. eCSR: The eCSR can be used as a stand-alone template or with the other eTemplates. The eCSR is a technology-enabled MS Word formatted template that facilitates the downstream reuse of content. Downloads and instructions for the eCSR can be found on the eTemplates tab.

 

CSR Foundation and Strategic Alignment

The resources linked below provide context and history of the CSR template and the Clinical Template Suite (CTS):

 

CSR Implementation Tools

Implementation Tools for the CSR/eCSR:

Downloads, guidance, and instructions for the eCSR are on the eTemplates tab.

What are the eTemplates?

What are the eTemplates?

2024 eTemplates Update

eTemplates

Demo Videos

eTemplates Implementation Tools

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What are the eTemplates?

The TransCelerate eTemplates consist of the technology-enabled eCPT, eSAP, and eCSR. Each eTemplate can be used independently or together.

The eTemplates are MS Word documents with technical functions to enable automation and clinical content reuse to downstream documents, processes, and registries. With the use of metadata and harmonized content, these templates are able to reuse content from document to document through the use of MS-Word add-ins.

Click below to watch a short Clinical Content & Reuse video.

2024 eTemplates Update

TransCelerate is excited to release our 2024 version of the eTemplates as part of the Clinical Content & Reuse (CC&R) efforts.

The 2024 release includes updates to the eCPT, eSAP, and eCSR. Complete details are in the Summary of Changes in 2024 Release. Specifically, the updates to the eTemplates address the following:

  • New Participant Type Library: Pregnant Participants
  • Resolution of performance “bugs” identified by end-users and testing activities

 

eTemplates

The eTemplates are technology-enabled MS-Word formatted templates that require installation of add-ins. A prerequisite analyzer can be used to assess the workstation environment prior to installation. The add-ins include technical functionality to support content reuse and content for the instructional text.

To get started, download these two assets that apply to all eTemplate files:

eTemplates for download:

eTemplates (zip file) is a combined file including the eCPT, eSAP, eCSR and the required MS Word Add-ins and related installation files.

eTemplates Source Code

While the Source Code is not required to utilize the CTS eTemplates, for those wishing to customize their use, TransCelerate has made the 2024 Release version of the eTemplates Source Code publicly available. Following acknowledgement of use requirements via the embedded license agreement, individuals can download the code base and supporting materials to aid in their implementation of the CTS eTemplates.

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Demo Videos

The CC&R Initiative has created several videos to support the eTemplates. The eTemplates Video Playlist links to a series of videos to support users in installing and navigating the eTemplates.

About Clinical Content & Reuse
Clinical Content & Reuse Demo
Overview and Link to YouTube Playlist

*The playlist provides an introductory video plus instructional videos on the functionality of the eTemplates.

eTemplates Implementation Tools

Implementation Tools for the TransCelerate eTemplates:

Looking for more context and information on the individual templates? Please refer to the CPT, SAP, CSR tabs.

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Disclaimer

All of the CC&R deliverables (“materials”) are provided ‘AS IS’ WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. TransCelerate and its members do not accept any responsibility for any loss of any kind including loss of revenue, business, anticipated savings or profits, loss of goodwill or data, or for any indirect consequential loss whatsoever to any person using these materials or acting or refraining from action as a result of the information contained in these materials. Any party using these materials bears sole and complete responsibility for ensuring that the materials, whether modified or not, are suitable for the particular use and are accurate, current, commercially reasonable under the circumstances and comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Nothing in these documents should be construed to represent or warrant that persons using these documents have complied with all applicable laws and regulations. All individuals and organizations using these documents bear responsibility for complying with the applicable laws and regulations for the relevant jurisdiction.

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