Acta Med Hung. 1987;44(1):65-9.
Acta medica Hungarica
K Simon
PMID: 3671020
The author discusses the possibility of detection of adverse drug effects. Two methods of data collection are compared: the "side effect oriented" and the "change oriented" method. Well-known and new adverse effect may be detected with greater probability by the described "change-oriented" method. The important role of ward doctors in data collection is emphasized. The method is considered suitable for carrying out both drug trials and intensive drug monitoring.