ABSTRACT

Biostatistics for Epidemiologists is a unique book that provides a collection of methods that can be used to analyze data in most epidemiological studies. It examines the theoretical background of the methods described and discusses general principles that apply to the analysis of epidemiological data. Specific topics addressed include statistical interference in epidemiological research, important methods used for analyzing epidemiological data, multivariate models, dose-response analysis, analysis of the interaction between causes of disease, meta-analysis, and computer programs. Biostatistics for Epidemiologists will be a useful guide for all epidemiologists and public health professionals who rely on biostatistical data in their work.

chapter 1|2 pages

Introduction

chapter 2|30 pages

Probability Theory

chapter 3|2 pages

Statistical Inference

chapter 5|6 pages

Descriptive Epidemiologic Measures

chapter 6|23 pages

Measures of Effect for Crude Analysis

chapter 7|40 pages

Measures of Effect in Stratified Analysis

chapter 8|11 pages

Multivariate Models

chapter 10|4 pages

Several Exposure Levels

chapter 11|4 pages

Meta Analysis

chapter 12|3 pages

Computer Programs