Electronic data capture (EDC) has transformed how clinical trials are conducted and managed. By digitizing and streamlining data collection, EDC provides immense value for clinical trial sponsors, sites, and participants. In this blog post, we’ll explore what EDC entails, its tangible benefits, the technical approach behind it, challenges, results and outcomes achieved so far, and how it is shaping future trials. What Is Electronic Data Capture In Clinical Trials? Electronic data capture in clinical research (EDC) refers to the process of electronically collecting clinical trial data and transferring it to a central database. It replaces the traditional paper-based data collection. With EDC, patient data that would traditionally be captured on paper source documents are instead entered electronically. This data can include patient demographics, medical history, observations from site visits, pharmacokinetic parameters, safety reports, quality of life questionnaires, a...