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MeSH Heading: Control Groups
Tree Number(s): E05.318.370.074; E05.581.500.149
Unique ID: D035061
RDF Unique Identifier: http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D035061
Annotation: do not use routinely for the presence of control groups in a study design; reserve for discussions about control groups.
Scope Note: Groups that serve as a standard for comparison in experimental studies. They are similar in relevant characteristics to the experimental group but do not receive the experimental intervention.
Previous Indexing: Research Design (1973-2002)
See Also: Controlled Clinical Trials as Topic
Public MeSH Note: 2003
History Note: 2003
Date Established: 2003/01/01
Date of Entry: 2002/07/03
Revision Date: 2018/06/29

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