Comparing broad and narrow phenotype algorithms: differences in performance characteristics and immortal time incurred
Introduction: When developing phenotype algorithms for observational research, there is usually a trade-off between definitions that are sensitive or specific. The objective of this study was to estimate the performance characteristics of phenotype algorithms designed for increasing specificity and...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Frontiers Media S.A.
2024-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences |
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Online Access: | https://www.frontierspartnerships.org/articles/10.3389/jpps.2023.12095/full |