Review:
Prospective Study
overall review score: 4
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A prospective study is a research study that follows a group of individuals over time to observe outcomes based on factors such as exposure to risk factors or interventions.
Key Features
- Longitudinal
- Observational
- Follows participants over time
- Can establish causal relationships
Pros
- Can provide valuable insights into cause-effect relationships
- Allows for control of variables over time
- Useful for studying rare outcomes
Cons
- May require long periods of follow-up
- Can be expensive and time-consuming
- Potential for loss to follow-up