RE: AVA61032 Jun 2026 11:28
In the clinical trial space, Power’s (formerly WithPower) 'already recruited' metrics should be viewed as estimates of the target population pool rather than confirmed study enrollments. Because patient data fluctuates rapidly, these figures serve as valuable guidelines but come with specific caveats:1. What 'Recruited' Numbers Actually MeanWhen platforms like Power report how many patients are already engaged or recruited, they typically refer to the number of patients in their digital registry who have matched your general criteria.The Process: Power uses AI to scan EMRs (Electronic Medical Records) to match patients to trial protocols.The Reality: These figures reflect pre-screened or potential candidates rather than patients who have formally signed a trial consent form.2. Industry-Wide Accuracies & ChallengesThe gap between pre-screened numbers and actual enrollment is a known industry hurdle:The Drop-Off: In the clinical research industry, only about \(17\%\) to \(54\%\) of patients who contact a clinical site for a trial get fully scheduled for a screening visit.Screen Failures: Across all trials, screen failure rates can approach \(90\%\) in some therapeutic areas due to strict eligibility constraints that are only uncovered during an in-person medical workup.Site Discrepancy: Conversion rates can vary significantly by trial site. Top-performing sites often convert nearly \(3\times\) better than the lowest performers despite pulling from the same patient population pool.3. Why the Numbers ChangeCompeting Trials: If a site is running competing trials (e.g., for major depressive disorder), a cohort of patients might quickly be funneled into a competitor's study, diluting the initially estimated recruitment numbers.Patient Opt-Outs: Some pre-qualified patients inevitably drop off due to distance, scheduling restrictions, or a lack of interest after learning the details.For the most accurate and actionable view of trial capacity, project managers are encouraged to track pipeline depth (the number of patients actively moving through the screening steps at a local site) rather than relying solely on initial recruitment estimates.