Skip to main content
. 2024 Jun 18;25:391. doi: 10.1186/s13063-024-08217-3

Implications for practice

1. PILs should exclude any reference to gambling; those recruiting should not use gambling analogies in their explanations

2. We recommend removing any phrases that mention computers or automated systems

3. PILs should avoid comparative phrases (category 3)

4. Those writing PILS should consider the diversity of society and aim for phrases that are understandable and acceptable for everyone

5. CTUs/CRFs tend to use the same PIL templates. Whilst it is okay to begin with an existing PIL template, we recommend modifying it to suit the population, intervention and the intended target group