GCP Compliance Assessed by Independent Auditing International Similarities and Differences

Much anecdotal speculation is offered with regard to overall Good Clinical Practice (GCP) compliance and comparisons ofGCP compliance in different countries. Knowledge about the first point is obviously critical to determine whether clinical research is safe and ethical, as required by the guidelines and regulations. Knowledge about the second point is also important to determine whether there are any differences between countries or country groupings that need attention. Information on both points is also important for the sponsors of clinical research to determine where studies should best be placed.