Before revision: A data monitoring committee (DMC) – sometimes called a data and safety monitoring board (DSMB) – is an independent group of experts who monitor patient safety and treatment efficacy data while a clinical trial is ongoing.
After revision: A data monitoring committee (DMC) – sometimes called a data and safety monitoring board (DSMB) – is an independent group of expert nurses who monitor patient safety and treatment efficacy data while a clinical trial is ongoing.