Publications by authors named "A Roco-Videla"
This article explores the application of the chi-squared test of homogeneity in the context of clinical studies, using a previous study on the efficacy of two analgesics for treating headache as an example. The sample included 215 patients, whose responses to treatment were assessed and recorded across four pain intensity categories. The test allowed for the identification of significant differences between the treatments evaluated, proving to be a valuable statistical tool for comparing groups in clinical research.
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- Fibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic condition affecting about 1.78% of the population, predominantly women, leading to pain, fatigue, and mental health issues that significantly reduce quality of life.
- This study analyzed the effects of drug use on mental health in female fibromyalgia patients, using a large sample and logistic regression to assess the impacts of various medications on cognitive and mental health symptoms.
- Results showed that commonly used medications like benzodiazepines and SSRIs are often ineffective or even harmful, highlighting the need for better pharmacological management in fibromyalgia treatment.*