Bayesian Decision Theory and its Applications in Early Phase Clinical Trails

Bayes'theorem is named after the Reverend Thomas Bayes who proposed the idea in the 18th century[1].It has been adapted by scientists for many different applications.One of the applications is clinical trials,where decisions are guided by clinical expertise as well as by data,especially in early phases.This paper reviews Bayes' theorem,decision theory and their applications in clinical trials.

Bayes' theorem is named after the Reverend Thomas Bayes who proposed the idea in the 18th century ~ . It has been adapted by scientists for many different applications. One of the applications is clinical trials, where decisions are guided by clinical expertise as well as by data, especially in early phases. This paper reviews Bayes' theorem, decision theory and their applications in clinical trials.