Evidence-based medical monitoring : from principles to practice /

Monitoring is a major component of management of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, arthritis and depression. Yet poor monitoring means healthcare costs are rising. This book discusses how monitoring principles adopted in other spheres such as clinical pharmacology and eviden...

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Other Authors: Glasziou, Paul, 1954-, Aronson, J. K., Irwig, Les
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Malden, Mass. ; Oxford : Blackwell Pub./BMJI Books, 2008.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:Monitoring is a major component of management of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, arthritis and depression. Yet poor monitoring means healthcare costs are rising. This book discusses how monitoring principles adopted in other spheres such as clinical pharmacology and evidence-based medicine can be applied to chronic disease in the global setting. With contributions from leading experts in evidence-based medicine, it is a ground-breaking text for all involved in delivery of better and more effective management of chronic illnesses.
Physical Description:1 online resource (xi, 362 pages) : illustrations
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780470695616
0470695617
9780470696323
047069632X