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cross-sectional study, n the scientific method for the analysis of data gathered from two or more samples at one point in time. cross-sectional study a study in which a statistically significant sample of a population is used to estimate the relationship between an outcome of interest and population variables as they exist at one particular time. Since both the outcome and the variables are measured at the one time these studies are not strong at showing cause-effect relationships. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Because of the cross-sectional design, causal and temporal relationships are difficult to establish. The cross-sectional design of this study does not allow us to draw causal inferences. Some limitations of cross-sectional designs include survivor effects for severe cases of cardiovascular disease, potential changes in biomarker levels associated with disease development or with cardiovascular medications, and changes in exposure patterns associated with the development of disease. |
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