Directed Acyclic Graphs (DAGs) are essential tools for visualizing and analyzing causal relationships in research. These graphical representations consist of nodes (representing variables) and directed edges (indicating assumed causal relationships) that do not form cycles. DAGs are widely used across disciplines,…
Target Trial Design: Description and Advantages
A target trial design is an innovative framework that bridges the gap between randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and observational studies. By emulating an RCT using real-world data, this approach leverages the structure and rigor of an RCT while maintaining the practical…
Developing a Risk Stratification Tool in Clinical Medicine
Risk stratification tools are predictive models designed to forecast patient outcomes based on baseline characteristics, enabling clinicians to make informed, personalized treatment decisions. By analyzing individual patient data, these tools categorize patients into distinct risk groups, guiding interventions with the highest…