Prediction models in reproductive medicine: a critical appraisal†
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Prediction models in reproductive medicine: a critical appraisal.
BACKGROUND Prediction models have been developed in reproductive medicine to help assess the chances of a treatment-(in)dependent pregnancy. Careful evaluation is needed before these models can be implemented in clinical practice. METHODS We systematically searched the literature for papers reporting prediction models in reproductive medicine for three strategies: expectant management, intrau...
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عنوان ژورنال: Human Reproduction Update
سال: 2009
ISSN: 1460-2369,1355-4786
DOI: 10.1093/humupd/dmp013