Assessing Quality of Life in Clinical Trials: Methods and Practice

Brand: Oxford University Press, USA

Author: Fayers, Peter

Edition: 2

Number Of Pages: 488

EAN: 9780198527695

Release Date: 28-04-2005

Languages: English

Binding: hardcover

Package Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.1 x 1.3 inches

Details: Researchers in all clinical fields are fully aware of the importance of Quality of Life measurements in judging the efficacy of a given treatment. Psychological criteria play an important role in this evaluation. Assessment of Quality of Life in Clinical Trials: methods and practice explores the current state of the art and illustrates the benefits and potential of health related quality of life assessment in clinical trials. It covers a wide range of analytical issues, emphasizing new and innovative approaches that are of practical and clinical importance.