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. 2014 Dec 8;2014(12):CD008394. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD008394.pub3
Bias (Porta 2008) Definition
Bias in the presentation
of data
Error due to irregularities produced bi digit preference, incomplete data,
poor techniques of measurement, technically poor laboratory procedures,
or intentional attempts to mislead.
Selection bias Distortions that result from procedures used to select subjects and from factors that
influence participation in the study.
Reporting bias Selective revealing or suppression of information.
Design bias The difference between a true value and that obtained as a result
of faulty design of a study.