Were the criteria for inclusion in the sample clearly defined? Were the study subjects and the setting described in detail? Was the exposure measured in a valid and reliable way?

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1. Were the criteria for inclusion in the sample clearly defined?	□	□	□	□
2. Were the study subjects and the setting described in detail?	□	□	□	□
3. Was the exposure measured in a valid and reliable way?	□	□	□	□
4. Were objective, standard criteria used for measurement of the condition?	□	□	□	□
5. Were confounding factors identified?	□	□	□	□
6. Were strategies to deal with confounding factors stated?	□	□	□	□
7. Were the outcomes measured in a valid and reliable way?	□	□	□	□
8. Was appropriate statistical analysis used?	□	□	□	□