Plain Language Summary (PLS) Services
Meet global transparency requirements with clear, compliant plain language summaries.
Plain Language Summaries (PLS) AKA Lay Summaries are a regulatory requirement and an opportunity in clinical trials. At QInscribe, we help you create accurate, accessible summaries that meet disclosure obligations while building trust with patients, caregivers, and the wider public.
Whether you’re submitting a summary in response to EU Regulation 536/2014, aligning with global transparency policies, or proactively supporting patient engagement, we provide plain language content that’s easy to read, ethically sound, and scientifically robust.
Practical Support That Works for You
Our PLS services span the full development cycle, from planning to publication. Pick your own package best suited to your programme.
- Writing of Trial Results Summaries
Clear, balanced lay summaries for EU CTR and global submissions - Template Development & Style Guidance
Consistent, compliant frameworks tailored to your brand and standards - Readability Testing & Plain Language Review
Ensuring accessibility across different reading levels and regions - Project Management & Stakeholder Coordination
Smooth workflows across sponsor, reviewer, and translator inputs - Translation & Submission Readiness
Local-language outputs and formatting aligned with global disclosure platforms - Training & Advisory Support
Internal education and strategic guidance for sustainable, scalable delivery
What You Gain by Partnering with QInscribe
Less Administrative Burden
Free up your internal teams by outsourcing the full document lifecycle, from drafting to QC and submission support.
Faster Turnaround Without Compromise
Our streamlined processes and dedicated writers help you meet tight deadlines, without sacrificing quality or clarity.
Confidence in Regulatory Submissions
Stay aligned with evolving disclosure regulations. We help you meet EU CTR, EMA, and sponsor-driven policies without overloading internal teams or compromising quality.
Clear, Persuasive Communication
We translate complex results into clear, accessible summaries that empower patients, without oversimplifying or diluting the science.
A Scalable Solution
From template development and internal training to full authoring and submission support, we tailor our PLS services to your resources, timelines, and review workflows.
Meet all your lay summary requirements
Let us help you deliver plain language summaries that meet requirements, build trust, and free up your internal teams.