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Descriptor English:
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Control Groups
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Descriptor Spanish:
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grupos control
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Descriptor Portuguese:
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Grupos Controle
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Synonyms English:
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Control Group
Group, Control
Groups, Control
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Tree Number:
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E05.318.370.074
E05.581.500.149
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Definition English:
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Groups that serve as a standard for comparison in experimental studies. They are similar in relevant characteristics to the experimental group but do not receive the experimental intervention. |
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Indexing Annotation English:
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do not use routinely for the presence of control groups in a study design; reserve for discussions about control groups.
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See Related English:
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Controlled Clinical Trials as Topic
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History Note English:
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2003
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Record Number:
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28572
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Unique Identifier:
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D035061
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Occurrence in VHL:
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Similar:
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DeCS
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