[Meta-analysis in epidemiology (2): quantitative methods].
The main goal of this paper is to offer an introduction to the quantitative methods of meta-analysis used in epidemiology/public health, emphasizing on the most widespread used. We give also a brief reference of the methods to recognize publication bias. The limitations and advantages of the methods commented on are discussed.
Delgado Rodríguez
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Cátedra de Medicina Preventiva, Facultad de Medicina Hospital, Virgen de las Nieves, Granada.
Sillero Arenas
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Gálvez Vargas
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D015982:Bias; D015201:Meta-Analysis as Topic; D008962:Models, Theoretical; D012306:Risk
Metaanálisis en epidemiología (Segunda parte): métodos cuantitativos.