[Meta-analysis in epidemiology (1): the general characteristics].
In the present work the general characteristics, aims and applications of meta-analysis in public health are described. The general rules and the relevant steps for the development of this type of studies are considered. These points are illustrated with a number of real examples and the advantages and limitations of the different methodological options are commented.
Delgado Rodríguez
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Cátedra de Medicina Preventiva, Facultad de Medicina, Granada.
Sillero Arenas
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Gálvez Vargas
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D004812:Epidemiologic Methods; D015201:Meta-Analysis as Topic; D015233:Models, Statistical; D011634:Public Health / Q000379:methods
Metaanálisis en epidemiologia (primera parte): caracteristicas generales.