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Comparative effectiveness of topical drugs in dermatologic priority diseases: geometry of randomized trial networks
Chante Karimkhani1, Robert P Dellavalle2
1Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, New York, USA.
Abstract:
This commentary explores the fundamentals of network theory, a branch of applied mathematics that has numerous applications in many fields. Maruani et al. (2014) used network theory to analyze the geometry of the evidence base for dermatologic treatments. This is a prime example of the innovative nature of network theory: the mapping of a complex system into an abstract geometry for easier analysis. The interpretation rests upon the two concepts of diversity and co-occurrence. The mathematical foundation of these concepts is briefly reviewed. In addition, examples of the application of network geometry in other dermatologic settings as well as in science and technology are presented.
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