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Why randomized controlled trials fail but needn't: a new series is launched

David L. Sackett and John Hoey
CMAJ May 02, 2000 162 (9) 1301-1302;
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vol. 162 no. 9 1301-1302
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  1. David L. Sackett,
  2. John Hoey
  1. Dr. Sackett is Director of the Trout Research & Education Centre at Irish Lake, Markdale, Ont. Dr. Hoey is Editor-in-Chief of CMAJ.

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