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Most common type:
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Single center retrospective study
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Typical design:
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Identification from hospital records
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Fulfill predefined eligibility criteria
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Specific treatment period
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Followed over time for a certain period of time
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Advantages:
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Simplicity and high feasibility
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Relatively cheap (data available)
Retrospective cohort study