Introduction to Bayesian methods for medical research.
Bayesian statistical methods provide a credible alternative to traditional statistical approaches used in medical research. In this article, the author gives a brief introduction to the key concepts involved in Bayesian methods and compares them with some commonly used non-Bayesian statistical techniques.
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Division of Clinical Trials and Epidemiological Sciences, National Cancer Centre, 11 Hospital Drive, Singapore 169610. ctetsb@nccs.com.sg
D001499:Bayes Theorem; D006801:Humans; D012106:Research