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Application of EpiData software in the epidemiological survey of oral health

Cheng Ruibo, Ma Li, Zhang Ying.   

  1. Dept. of Preventive Dentistry, School of Stomatology, China Medical University, Shenyang 110002, China
  • Received:2012-08-15 Revised:2013-02-25 Online:2013-10-01 Published:2013-10-01

Abstract:

EpiData is a free software designed for data inputting and management in epidemiological surveys. This soft-ware can enhance the accuracy of data input, reduce the error in inputting data, increase work efficiency, and optimize data management. The methods of establishing, inputting, and exporting data in the EpiData database for oral epidemiological investigations are introduced by providing examples in the present study.

Key words: EpiData software, oral health, epidemiological investigation