How is Radiographic Imaging Data Utilized in Epidemiological Studies?
Radiographic imaging data is utilized in various ways in epidemiological studies: - Descriptive Epidemiology: Imaging data helps describe the distribution of diseases in populations by age, sex, location, and time. - Analytical Epidemiology: It assists in identifying associations between exposures and health outcomes, supporting case-control and cohort studies. - Clinical Trials: Imaging is used to monitor disease progression and treatment efficacy, providing objective endpoints for trials.