complexity of disease causation

What are the Models of Disease Causation?

Several models are used to explain disease causation:
1. Epidemiologic Triad: This model considers disease as a result of the interaction between the host, agent, and environment.
2. Web of Causation: This model represents the complex, interrelated factors that contribute to disease, emphasizing the interconnected nature of various determinants.
3. Multicausal Model: This model suggests that multiple factors, both necessary and sufficient, contribute to the development of a disease.

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