Replies to post #3078 on Ariad Pharmaceuticals Inc fka ARIA

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Re: "Do you know what, exactly, the "Nth" event is?"

Will post back tomorrow (almost out of juice), but there is some defined number like 70% or so that triggers it.

Merck would NEVER stop the trial early unless the DSMB decided to do so based on safety, futility, or a clear win.

The sponsor cutting a trial short is a huge no-no in the eyes of the FDA.