Synonyms in health services research methodology

Med Care Res Rev. 2011 Apr;68(2):156-76. doi: 10.1177/1077558710372809. Epub 2010 Jul 30.

Abstract

There are often multiple discipline-specific terms for a given statistical concept, which can sow confusion in multidisciplinary teams or study sections if researchers are not aware of the synonyms from other disciplines. This article incorporates synonyms and a uniform definition of terminology related to study designs, elements of an equation, and types of bias. Greater multidisciplinary collaboration and exploration of new methods can be facilitated by this methods thesaurus.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Bias
  • Data Interpretation, Statistical
  • Health Services Research* / methods
  • Humans
  • Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic / methods
  • Terminology as Topic*