What Measures are Taken to Address these Challenges?
To mitigate these challenges, several measures are implemented:
Data Cleaning: Processes are established to identify and rectify inaccuracies in the data. Ethical Guidelines: Strict guidelines ensure that patient privacy is maintained, with data often being de-identified. Standard Protocols: Efforts are made to standardize data collection and recording practices across institutions. Regulatory Compliance: Researchers must comply with laws and regulations such as HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) in the United States.
