Clinical Epidemiology Practice and Methods
Clinical Epidemiology Practice and Methods by Patrick S. Parfrey is a comprehensive resource published by Springer US on April 20, 2021. This third edition, spanning 650 pages, builds upon previous editions with updated chapters that cover essential topics such as longitudinal studies, randomized trials, and evidence-based decision-making, along with a new section dedicated to changing health-related behaviors.
Readers will find this volume organized into six distinct parts, each addressing critical aspects of clinical research. The book begins with guidance on framing research questions and selecting appropriate designs, while subsequent sections delve into risk evaluation in longitudinal studies, therapy assessment in controlled trials, and diagnostic test evaluation. Additionally, it presents methods for evidence-based decision-making and interventions aimed at altering health-related behaviors. Written in the established Methods in Molecular Biology series format, the chapters include introductions, lists of biases, reproducible protocols, and troubleshooting tips, making it a valuable asset for clinicians and researchers interested in applying their findings within the health system.
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This third edition volume expands on the previous editions with updated chapters on longitudinal studies, randomized trials, evidence-based decisions making, and a new section on changing health-related behaviors. The chapters in this book are organized into six parts: Part One focuses on framing clinical research questions and choosing a suitable design; biases that may occur in clinical research; and the ethics associated with doing conducting research on humans. Parts Two through Four discuss designs, measurements, and analysis that pertain to evaluation of risk in longitudinal studies; assessment of therapy in controlled trials; and evaluation of diagnostic tests. Part Five presents methods used in various components of evidence-based decision-making; and Part Six highlights interventions focused on changing health-related behaviors. Written in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology series format, chapters include introductions to their respective topics, lists of various types of bias, step-by-step, readily reproducible protocols for different research designs, and tips on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls.
Cutting-edge and thorough, Clinical Epidemiology: Methods and Protocols, Third Edition is a valuable resource for clinicians and researchers who want to expand their works to humans and use their findings in the health system.
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