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Accuracy of family history data on Parkinson’s disease
8 Jul 2003
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Genetic studies of PD frequently rely on family history interviews (FHI), yet the accuracy of data obtained in this way is unclear. OBJECTIVE: To assess the interinformant reliability and validity of family history information on PD in first-degree relatives of PD cases and controls. METHODS: A structured FHI was administered to nondemented PD cases and controls and to a second informant (self-report,...
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