Computers in rheumatology.

A K Thould; J B Thould

doi:10.1093/rheumatology/26.1.43

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Computers in rheumatology.

A K Thould·J B Thould

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The results of a nationwide survey of the use of computers in rheumatology departments in the UK is presented. The survey revealed a widespread interest in the various possible uses of computer hardware and software in the specialty, and highlighted the difference between the experience of those who use computers and the aspirations of those who hope to.

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A K Thould, J B Thould. 1987. Computers in rheumatology.. https://doi.org/10.1093/rheumatology%2F26.1.43

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