 ReviewCurrent practices in the spatial analysis of cancer: flies in the ointmentGeoffrey M Jacquez  BioMedware, 516 North State Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104-1236, USA  author email corresponding author email
International Journal of Health Geographics 2004,
3:22doi:10.1186/1476-072X-3-22
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Abstract
While many lessons have been learned from the spatial analysis of cancer, there are several caveats that apply to many, if not all such analyses. As "flies in the ointment", these can substantially detract from a spatial analysis, and if not accounted for, can lead to weakened and erroneous conclusions. This paper discusses several assumptions and limitations of spatial analysis, identifies problems of scientific inference, and concludes with potential solutions and future directions. | 
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