Clinical Epidemiology (Second Edition)

Author: Huang Yueqin
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Publish Date: 2006-10-01
Features: This book highlights the importance of clinical epidemiology as a fundamental course in clinical medicine and an essential methodological discipline for scientific research. It takes the design, measurement, and evaluation of clinical studies as the main thread throughout the book. Tailored for graduate students and long-term medical students in clinical medicine with basic knowledge of epidemiology, as well as practicing clinicians engaged in continuing medical education, the book, based on four years of teaching experience, explains the design and measurement methods of clinical epidemiology in an accessible manner. It evaluates clinical trials and research, briefly introduces the latest developments in clinical decision analysis in this field abroad, and explores the emerging evidence-based medicine both domestically and internationally. Additionally, it provides a dedicated introduction to the data collection and statistical methods applied in clinical epidemiological research. The book emphasizes its theoretical depth and broad practicality, presenting a fresh perspective to readers and aiming to serve as an ideal reference for professionals at all levels involved in clinical medical research and teaching.