The information presented in these documents is provided as an aid to understanding the environment for electronic clinical research and draws upon the information and understanding of the eClinical Forum. The content is unconfirmed and readers should assess the content and opinions in the light of their own knowledge, needs and experience as well as interpretation of relevant guidance and regulations.

The aim of this handbook is to provide guidance on implementing technology solutions to handle electronic patient reported outcomes (ePRO). ePRO is an emerging field and this handbook brings together knowledge from ePRO experiences but is also be structured such that the document can grow and change as this knowledge base grows. The initial release of this handbook describes ePRO in general and provides a roadmap for those wanting to get started with this technology. We welcome any contributions to the content to ensure that it is accurate and complete..

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Work being undertaken by the eClinical Forum has exposed the group to a wide vocabulary of acronyms and terminology related to the various eHealth initiatives ongoing around the world. The purpose of this document is to consolidate definitions of terms and access to further information as an aid to other groups and individuals with an interest in eHealth and the potential future environment for the conduct of electronic clinical trials. This document is a ‘work in progress’ and is intended to be adapted and to grow as we gain more information and as the environment changes. We welcome any contributions to the content to ensure that it is accurate and complete..