Record linkage in Scotland and its application to health research (2012)
Journal Article
Fleming, M., Kirby, B., & Penny, K. I. (2012). Record linkage in Scotland and its application to health research. Journal of Clinical Nursing, 21, 2711-2721. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2702.2011.04021.x

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES:

  This paper will focus on the key concepts behind record linkage and describe how probability matching of Scottish health records can be used for national health research.

BACKGROUND:

  Record linkage can bring togeth... Read More about Record linkage in Scotland and its application to health research.