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FDA Framework for Real-World Evidence Program

US Food and Drug Administration (2018)

U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

URL: https://www.fda.gov/science-research/science-and-research-special-topics/real-world-evidence

Abstract. Framework describing how FDA evaluates use of real-world data to support regulatory decisions, fundamental for RWE in healthcare. The FDA has published multiple guidance updates through 2024-2025 expanding on RWE/RWD use, including guidance on registries, electronic health records as data sources, and fit-for-purpose data standards.