title: Bayesian diagnostic theory using a programmable pocket calculator.
abstract: A programmable pocket calculator program has been written to serve as an aid in diagnosis. The program uses a Bayesian statistical algorithm to calculate the relative probability of two diagnostic alternatives. The ability to carry out Bayesian statistical calculations at the bedside should make the use of such techniques more attractive to clinical practitioners.
authors.affiliation: Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Washington, DC 20307-5100.
authors.forename: F H
authors.initials: FH
authors.lastname: Edwards
authors.forename: G M
authors.initials: GM
authors.lastname: Graeber
mesh_terms: D000465:Algorithms; D003936:Diagnosis, Computer-Assisted; D006801:Humans; D012984:Software