Parthasarathy Ramamurthy
This book helps the readers understand the basics of medical research methodology and various study designs. Biases in each study design and prevention strategies have been elaborated. Many practical examples have been provided to enhance the understanding of beginners in research. Suitable for: MBBS students, MD/MS residents, guides/co-guides, nursing students, research workers, and Ph.D. scholars. Book highlightsEasy-to-understand simple languageNumerous practical examplesKey messages at the end of each chapterMultiple choice questions (MCQs). CONTENTSChapter 1 - Study designsChapter 2 - Study variablesChapter 3 - Cross-sectional descriptive studiesChapter 4 - Cross-sectional analytical studiesChapter 5 - Case-control studiesChapter 6 - Cohort studiesChapter 7 - Randomized controlled trialsChapter 8 - Non-randomized trialsChapter 9 - Sampling techniquesChapter 10 - Study toolsOther books by the author:Biostatistics Simplified: A practical guide for medical researchers Scientific Writing Simplified: A practical guide for medical researchers