| Literature DB >> 7733766 |
J A Blumenthal1, E P Mahanna, D J Madden, W D White, N D Croughwell, M F Newman.
Abstract
This report reviews critical issues facing investigators interested in neuropsychologic sequelae after cardiac operations: (1) experimental design; (2) selective attrition; (3) selection of instruments; (4) moderating factors; (5) definitions of cognitive decline; (6) statistical analysis; and (7) clinical significance. Implications for further research in the area are discussed.Entities:
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Year: 1995 PMID: 7733766 DOI: 10.1016/0003-4975(95)00055-p
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Ann Thorac Surg ISSN: 0003-4975 Impact factor: 4.330