For researchers submitting trial data to ClinicalTrials.gov, the Adverse Events module is one of four mandatory results sections. It requires reporting in three primary categories: All-Cause Mortality: A table tracking all deaths that occurred during the study, regardless of cause. Serious Adverse Events (SAEs): A tabular summary of events resulting in death, life-threatening conditions, hospitalization, or significant disability. Other Adverse Events: A table for non-serious events that exceed a specific frequency threshold, such as 5% within any study arm.
Adverse Events Module path is as follows:
Study -> Results Section -> Adverse Events Module -> Event Groups
Study -> Results Section -> Adverse Events Module -> Serious Events
Study -> Results Section -> Adverse Events Module -> Other Events
| Title | Description | Deaths # Affected | Deaths # At Risk | Serious # Affected | Serious # At Risk | Other # Affected | Other # At Risk | View |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low Dose | 5,000 international units (IUs) of a weekly Vitamin D3 comparator | 0 | None | 5 | 64 | 55 | 64 | View |
| High Dose | 50,000 international units (IUs) weekly Vitamin D3 | 0 | None | 7 | 65 | 60 | 65 | View |
| Term | Type | Organ System | Vocab | View |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Right sided weakness | NON_SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Nervous system disorders | None | View |
| Stroke | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Nervous system disorders | None | View |
| Acoustic neuroma | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Nervous system disorders | None | View |
| Severe abdominal pain | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Gastrointestinal disorders | None | View |
| Miscarriage | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Pregnancy, puerperium and perinatal conditions | None | View |
| Pregnancy | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Pregnancy, puerperium and perinatal conditions | None | View |
| Left tibia fracture | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders | None | View |
| Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Surgical and medical procedures | None | View |
| Hiatal Hernia | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders | None | View |
| Cancer Diagnosis | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Neoplasms benign, malignant and unspecified (incl cysts and polyps) | None | View |
| Right total knee replacement | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders | None | View |
| Term | Type | Organ System | Vocab | View |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worsening Diabetes | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Metabolism and nutrition disorders | None | View |
| Infection | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Infections and infestations | None | View |
| Joint Pain | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders | None | View |
| Back Pain | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders | None | View |
| Generalized Pain | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | General disorders | None | View |
| Abdominal Pain | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Gastrointestinal disorders | None | View |
| Upper Respiratory Symptoms | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders | None | View |
| Dizziness | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | General disorders | None | View |
| Abnormal Kidney Function | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Renal and urinary disorders | None | View |
| Elevated Glucose | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Metabolism and nutrition disorders | None | View |
| Constipation | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Gastrointestinal disorders | None | View |
| Diarrhea | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Gastrointestinal disorders | None | View |
| Nausea | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | General disorders | None | View |
| Influenza | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Infections and infestations | None | View |
| Headache | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | General disorders | None | View |
| Routine Surgery | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Surgical and medical procedures | None | View |
| Worsening Mood | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Psychiatric disorders | None | View |
| Muscle Pain | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | General disorders | None | View |
| Numbness | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Nervous system disorders | None | View |
| Dyspnea | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders | None | View |
| Lower Extremity Cramps | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | General disorders | None | View |
| Menstrual Symptoms | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | Reproductive system and breast disorders | None | View |
| Fatigue | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | General disorders | None | View |
| Generalized Soreness | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | General disorders | None | View |
| Swelling | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | General disorders | None | View |
| Fall | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | General disorders | None | View |
| Hypertension | SYSTEMATIC_ASSESSMENT | General disorders | None | View |