Design and interpretation of studies: relevant concepts from the past and some extensions
D.R. Cox, Nanny Wermuth
TL;DR
This paper reviews foundational principles for observational study design and analysis, comparing Cochran's 1972 guidelines with recent methodological advancements to enhance research validity.
Contribution
It provides a comprehensive comparison of historical and modern concepts in observational study methodology, highlighting extensions and improvements.
Findings
Cochran's principles remain foundational for observational studies.
Recent developments extend and refine traditional methodologies.
The paper emphasizes the importance of methodological evolution for study validity.
Abstract
Principles for the planning and analysis of observational studies, as suggested by W.G Cochran in 1972, are discussed and compared to additional methodological developments since then.
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Taxonomy
TopicsAdvanced Causal Inference Techniques · Statistical Methods and Inference · Statistical Methods and Bayesian Inference