Repertory and the symptom loquacity: some results from a pilot study on likelihood ratio

Abstract

Treatment outcome in a pilot study indicates that it is possible to assess likelihood ratios of homeopathic symptoms. Entries in repertory rubrics can be validated, but must still be handled carefully. Prospective research is the only acceptable way. Software to support this research must be carefully designed to export correct data.

Keywords

likelihood ratio - repertory - software - homeopathic symptoms

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