Evidence based medicine, an innovative approach to an old practice

Evidence-based medicine (EBM) is a rapidly expanding subject. The aim of this editorial is to give an overview and address some of the practical issues relevant to the developing world. EBM may be defined as the conscientious, explicit and judicious use of current best evidence in making decisions about the care of individual patients. Sudan Journal of Medical Science Vol. 1 (2) December 2006: 93-9