"Not Just Small Adults: Has the Time Come for Pediatric Clinical Research to have its Own Methodology?"

Abstract

Conducting pediatric research presents unique methodological challenges that necessitate the establishment of a separate pediatric research methodology. This paper argues for the widespread recognition and implementation of a specialized research methodology, one that is best suited to optimize the effectiveness of pediatric clinical decisions, tailored to address challenges specific to pediatric research and therefore, optimizes outcomes for pediatric patients.