Biostatistics for Epidemiologists

ISBN-13: 9780873719124 / Angielski / Twarda / 1993 / 224 str.

Anders Ahlbom;Ahlbom; Ahlbom Ahlbom

Opis

Features a collection of methods that can be used to analyze data in most epidemiological studies. This work examines the theoretical background of the methods described and discusses general principles that apply to the analysis of epidemiological data. It is suitable for for epidemiologists and public health professionals.

Spis treści

Introduction. Probability Theory. Statistical Inference. The P-Value, the P-Value Function and the Confidence Interval. Some Common Methods: Descriptive Epidemiologic Measures. Measures of Effect for Crude Analysis. Measures of Effect in Stratified Analysis. Miscellaneous: Multivariate Methods. Analysis of Effect Modification and Synergism. Several Exposure Levels. Meta Analysis. Computer Programmes. References. Appendices. Index.

O autorze

Anders Ahlbom