Evidence-Based Diagnosis

Evidence-Based Diagnosis: An Introduction to Clinical Epidemiology, 2nd Edition, is a book that examines the evaluation and interpretation of diagnostic, prognostic, and screening tests in patient care. It addresses the clinical reliance on testing while explaining methods to weigh the benefits and drawbacks of diverse diagnostic tools.

The volume covers central topics in clinical epidemiology, focusing on the diagnostic process, test reliability and accuracy, and methods for quantifying treatment benefits through randomized trials.

Drawing on decades of instruction in a clinical research training program, the text incorporates real-world examples to demonstrate practical applications for readers seeking to select, develop, or market medical tests.