Agreement coefficient; Binary variable; Comparison of proportions; Diagnostic test; Odds ratio
Abstract :
[en] There are multiple ways in which 2 x 2 tables arise in clinical research. Different facets of 2 x 2 tables can be identified which require appropriate statistical analysis and interpretation. This paper presents a brief overview of such tables.
Disciplines :
Radiology, nuclear medicine & imaging
Author, co-author :
Albert, Adelin ; Université de Liège - ULiège > Département des sciences de la santé publique > Département des sciences de la santé publique
Language :
English
Title :
Biostatistics: Facing the Interpretation of 2 x 2 Tables.
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