Bias

 

Bias is a systematic error that leads to an incorrect estimate of effect or association. Many factors can bias the results of a study such that they cancel out, reduce or amplify a real effect you are trying to describe.

 

Epidemiology categorises types of bias, examples are:

 

Some strategies to combat bias:

 

See also: confounding.

 

 

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