Max Rady College of Medicine

Term: Channelling Bias

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Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2007-09-26

Definition:

the propensity of "sicker" patients to be prescribed disproportionately the newer and perceived to be more potent medications differentially.

References 

  • Metge C, Kozyrskyj A, Dahl M, Yogendran M, Roos NP. Pharmaceuticals: Focussing on Appropriate Utilization. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2003. [Report] [Summary] (View)


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