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  • Title: A comparison of graphical nomogram methods with a computerized Bayesian analysis method in the interpretation of serum phenytoin concentrations.
    Author: Chrystyn H, Morgan DH.
    Journal: J Clin Hosp Pharm; 1986 Dec; 11(6):443-8. PubMed ID: 3818966.
    Abstract:
    A study was performed to compare the predictability of a reported Bayesian graphical method, the drug nomogram used in the Bayesian Computer Method and the Driessen Nomogram with that of a computerized Bayesian analysis method in the interpretation of serum phenytoin concentrations. It was found that the results generated by the graphical method were similar to those of the computer with a mean prediction error of 3.9 mg/day in the dose to achieve a concentration at steady-state of 20 ml/l. Overall the results of the graphical method were less biased and had more precision with a significant improvement in relative precision (P less than 0.01) than the initial estimate or Driessen methods.
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