The Santayana Syndrome I: Errors in Getting and Interpreting Evidence

Medical errors can occur as a result from wrong data or when doctors fail to follow ordinary precautions. An essay addresses problems that occur in getting and interpreting evidence.

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Published in:Perspectives in biology and medicine 1997-10, Vol.41 (1), p.45-57
Main Author: Feinstein, Alvan R
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Epidemiology
Medical ethics
Medical procedures
Medical records
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Summary:Medical errors can occur as a result from wrong data or when doctors fail to follow ordinary precautions. An essay addresses problems that occur in getting and interpreting evidence.
ISSN:0031-5982
1529-8795
1529-8795
DOI:10.1353/pbm.1997.0027