This creates a RCurve object for a linear recruitment distribution.
RCurve objects contain all necessary information to describe a recruitment distribution. They are a particular type of Curve object containing additional recruitment-related information, including patient numbers and the randomisation ratio.
Usage
LinearR(rlength, Nactive, Ncontrol)
Arguments
rlength
Length of recruitment.
Nactive
Number of patients recruited in active arm.
Ncontrol
Number of patients recruited in active arm.
Details
This RCurve is used when it is expected that patients enter a trial at a constant rate until the required number is achieved.