  Effective decision making from randomised controlled clinical trials relies
on robust interpretation of the numerical results. However, the language we use
to describe clinical trials can cause confusion both in trial design and in
comparing results across trials. ACceptability Curve Estimation using
Probability Above Threshold (ACCEPT) aids comparison between trials (even where
of different designs) by harmonising reporting of results, acknowledging
different interpretations of the results may be valid in different situations,
and moving the focus from comparison to a pre-specified value to interpretation
of the trial data. ACCEPT can be applied to historical trials or incorporated
into statistical analysis plans for future analyses. An online tool enables
ACCEPT on up to three trials simultaneously.
