Biostatistics
Case-control studies are observational research designs that compare individuals with a specific outcome or disease (cases) to those without it (controls) to identify potential risk factors. This study type is particularly useful in studying rare diseases or outcomes, as it allows researchers to gather data on exposure history and other variables retrospectively. By analyzing the differences between cases and controls, researchers can infer associations that may suggest potential causal relationships.
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