Statistical Methods for the Analysis of Biomedical Data

Woolson, Robert F.

ISBN 10: 0471806153 / ISBN 13: 9780471806158

Published by Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John, 1987

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Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # GRP105211091

Bibliographic Details

Title: Statistical Methods for the Analysis of ...

Publisher: Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John

Publication Date: 1987

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Good

Edition: 1st Edition.

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Synopsis:

A variety of statistical methods are described and compared by this book, for the analysis of biomedical data. Statistical procedures are described by presenting worked examples for each type of procedure. Coverage includes: methods for comparing two groups, methods for evaluating the association between two variables, techniques for epidemiological analysis of 2 x 2 tables and procedures for estimation and comparison of survival curves. Both parametric and non-parametric procedures are presented throughout the text, and additional topics detailed include observer agreement, standardization of rates and methods for analysis of odds ratio.

Review:

" useful in a course in biostatistics." ( Journal of Statistical Computation and Simulation, September 2005)

"...a nice overview of statistical topics...an excellent book to have...highly recommend this book for students and researchers..." (Statistical Methods in Medical Research, Vol 13, 2004)

" interesting and useful I recommend it as an addition to your statistical library, and if you already own the first edition, it would be worthwhile to update it." (The American Statistician, Vol. 58, No. 2, May 2004)