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This document outlines the policies and procedures for the reporting and review of protocol deviations and violations by the VA Central IRB, including definitions, responsibilities, and reporting

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How to fill out Protocol Deviations and Violations

1. Begin with the identification of the protocol deviation or violation.
2. Provide a clear and concise description of the issue.
3. Include the date and time when the deviation or violation occurred.
4. Specify the protocol version and the study title.
5. Detail the reasons for the deviation or violation.
6. Describe the impact of the deviation on the study outcomes.
7. Outline the corrective and preventive actions taken to address the issue.
8. Include signatures and dates from the responsible party and any necessary oversight personnel.

Who needs Protocol Deviations and Violations?

1. Study investigators and researchers who must adhere to the protocol.
2. Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) that oversee ethical compliance.
3. Regulatory agencies that monitor clinical trials.
4. Sponsors of the study who require adherence to the protocol.
5. Auditors who review studies for compliance purposes.

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What is considered a protocol deviation?

A protocol deviation or violation is any departure from the study procedures or treatment plans as specified in the IRB-approved protocol. Protocol deviations occur when an investigator does not implement or follow some aspect of a research study as approved by the IRB.

What is the difference between a protocol deviation and a violation?

Protocol violations are any unapproved changes, deviations or departures from the study design or procedures of a research project that are under the investigator's control and that have not been reviewed and approved by the IRB.

What is an example of a protocol deviation?

Examples of Protocol Deviations enrolling a participant who did not meet all the inclusion/exclusion criteria; failing to obtain or document informed consent as approved by the IRB prior to initiation of study procedures; performing a study procedure not approved by the IRB; failing to perform a required lab test;

What is an example of a deviation procedure?

Examples of minor protocol violations include, but are not limited to: Routine safety lab work for a participant without new clinical concerns and a history of previously normal lab values is inadvertently omitted at a study visit or performed outside the protocol-defined window.

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What is Protocol Deviations and Violations?

Protocol deviations refer to instances where a study diverges from the approved protocol, while violations are more serious infringements that affect the integrity of the study and can impact participant safety.

Who is required to file Protocol Deviations and Violations?

Typically, the principal investigator or study staff are required to report protocol deviations and violations to the appropriate regulatory body and ethics committee.

How to fill out Protocol Deviations and Violations?

To fill out a Protocol Deviations and Violations report, clearly describe the deviation or violation, include relevant dates, participant information, and provide an explanation of the circumstances that led to the issue.

What is the purpose of Protocol Deviations and Violations?

The purpose is to ensure the safety of study participants, maintain the validity of study data, and uphold ethical standards in research.

What information must be reported on Protocol Deviations and Violations?

The report must include details such as the date of the deviation or violation, a description of what occurred, the reason for the deviation, impact on the study, and corrective actions taken.