Epidemiologic studies for osteoarthritis: new versus conventional study design approaches

Rheum Dis Clin North Am. 2004 Nov;30(4):783-97, vii. doi: 10.1016/j.rdc.2004.07.005.

Abstract

This article discusses epidemiologic study designs for osteoarthritis and why traditional designs are outmoded. It reviews the design of new studies, the Osteoarthritis Initiative and Multicenter Ostroarthritis Study.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Epidemiologic Studies*
  • Humans
  • Osteoarthritis*
  • Research Design / trends