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Lisa Hoebelheinrich, J.D. Associate Vice Chancellor, Compliance FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators

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Page 1: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

Lisa Hoebelheinrich, J.D.Associate Vice Chancellor, Compliance

FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators

Page 2: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

Overview 

FDA’s Bioresearch Monitoring (BIMO) Program Preparation for an Inspection Conduct of an Inspection Response to an Inspection Examples of Violations

Page 3: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

Overview of FDA’s BIMO Program

Page 4: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

The BIMO Program’s Goal:

To protect the rights, safety, and welfare of subjects involved in FDA‐regulated clinical trials;  To verify the accuracy and reliability of clinical trial data submitted to FDA in support of research or marketing applications; and  To assess compliance with FDA's regulations governing the conduct of clinical trials. 

Page 5: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

The BIMO Program’s Focus* Inspections may be routine or “for cause”.  In addition to verifying the accuracy and reliability of data, audits may be conducted:   As a result of a complaint or sponsor concern Upon termination of a clinical site To provide real‐time assessment of ongoing trial At the request of an FDA review division Per the FDA’s work plan for targeted inspections

*http://www.fda.gov/downloads/RegulatoryInformation/Guidances/UCM126553.pdf

Page 6: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

The likelihood of inspection may increase based upon:

Enrollment Time since last inspection Protocol violations Serious Adverse Events Subject deathsNumber of studies per site/PI

Page 7: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

BIMO Inspections (FDA BIMO Metrics FY’14)

Page 8: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

Preparation for an Inspection

Page 9: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

What To Do Before the Start

Upon Contact by the FDA, notify the designated research administration office at KUMCRI or KUCC, and the sponsor.   See the FDA Audit Checklist.  The FDA investigator will expect records to be accessible, available and organized.  Identify an appropriate room with copier and phone access.

Page 10: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

What To Do Before the Start

Determine who will be the designated escort. This person should keep a log of questions asked and documents requested.  The PI should be available throughout. Determine who should be present at the start‐up meeting.  Upon arrival, the FDA investigator will present ID and a Notice of Inspection Form FDA 482.

Page 11: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

Conduct of an Inspection

Page 12: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

When answering questions:

Be clear, concise, polite and honest Do not volunteer additional information If you do not know the answer, write the question down and refer the question as appropriate Do not argue with an FDA Investigator

Page 13: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

The FDA Investigator will Review: 

Regulatory documents, protocol, enrollment log Dates of IRB approvals, screening, consenting, first administration of investigational product, etc. CRF’s and supporting source documentation Consent forms  Interview staff

Page 14: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

The FDA investigator will Confirm:Whether IRB review was obtained (protocol, ICF’s, amendments)Where specific aspects of the study were performedWhether inclusion/exclusion criteria were metWhether informed consent was obtained prior to performance of study‐related procedures

Page 15: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

The FDA Investigator will Evaluate:Whether the protocol was followed and whether protocol deviations were documented and reportedWhether authority to conduct aspects of the study was delegated and the nature clinical investigator oversightWhether adverse experiences were properly reported to the IRB and sponsor

Page 16: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

The FDA Investigator will Evaluate:

Whether source documentation matches CRFs, and (where applicable) whether data submitted by the sponsor matches the CRF’s/source documentsWhether documentation of investigational product accountability is complete (receipt, storage, use, return) 

Page 17: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

At the Conclusion of the Visit:

The FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued. Document observations, comments, etc.

Determine with the designated research administration office who should be present for the exit interview.  Include the designated HRPP/Office of Compliance contact.

Page 18: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

Response to an Inspection

Page 19: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

Response to a Form FDA 483  Deficiencies/deviations from the regulations are identified in the Form FDA 483. Copies of a Form FDA 438 must be provided to HRPP. While a written response is not required, it is encouraged.  Contact RI or Office of Compliance for best practice information.  Generally, the response is required within 15 days.

Page 20: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

Establishment Inspection Report

An Establishment Inspection Report (EIR) is sent, along with collected materials and investigator’s response to the FDA Center for further evaluation and classification:  No action indicated (NAI) Voluntary Action Indicated (VAI) Official Action Indicated (OAI)  

Page 21: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

FDA Letter to Clinical Investigator

After review and classification a letter is sent to the clinical investigator.   This could include:  A letter observing basic compliance with pertinent regulations  An Informational or Untitled Letter  A Warning Letter  A Notice of Initiation of Disqualification Proceedings and Opportunity to Explain 

Page 22: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

Inspection Classifications(FDA BIMO Metrics FY’14)

Page 23: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

Examples of Violations

Page 24: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

Examples of Violations

Missing consent documents Omission of required elements when obtaining consent Records show failure to appropriately delegate to qualified personnel (e.g., physical exams, SAE evaluations), resulting in exposure to unreasonable and significant  risk or injury, or unreliability of data 

Page 25: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

Examples of Violations

CRFs for study subjects who did not exist or did not participate in the study Falsified consents (signatures do not match) CRFs include results about protocol‐required procedures with no documentation that they were  done Specimens and/or results characterized as being from a subject, that were not

Page 26: FDA Inspections: Clinical Investigators Audits.pdfThe FDA Investigator will conduct the exit interview to discuss findings. If deficiencies are found, a written Form FDA 483 is issued

Examples of Violations

Enrolling subjects who don’t meet the entrance criteria  Administration of test article to persons not authorized to receive it Failure to perform protocol‐required procedures No documentation of required IRB review of study changes

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Examples of Violations

No documentation of IRB continuing review Incomplete or missing subject records, e.g., evidence records discarded or destroyed Use of investigational product by unauthorized individual No or inadequate records re: receipt, preparation, use or return of investigational product

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Most Common CI Deficiencies

Failure to follow the investigational plan and/or regulations

Protocol deviations Inadequate recordkeeping Inadequate accountability for the investigational product

Inadequate communication with the IRB Inadequate subject protection—failure to report AEs and informed consent issues

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Additional Guidance FDA Inspections of Clinical Investigators, U.S. Dept. of Health 

and Human Services (June 2010):http://www.fda.gov/downloads/RegulatoryInformation/Guidances/UCM126553.pdf

FDA Compliance Program Guidance Manual, Clinical Investigators and Sponsor Investigators, Program 7348.811 (Dec. 8, 2008)

For sponsor investigators, see also FDA Compliance Program Guidance Manual, Sponsors, Contract Research Organizations and Monitors, Program 7348.810  (March 11, 2011)

ICH E:6,  Guideline for Good Clinical Practice 

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KUMC Resources

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