Term: Pattern Mixture Model

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2007-07-31

Definition:

A statistical model that takes into account the relationship between predictors and missing data points, allowing for unbiased estimates of the effects of predictors on the outcome variable.

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References 

• De Coster C, Chateau D, Dahl M, Soodeen RA, McKeen N. Waiting Times for Surgery, Manitoba 1999/2000 to 2003/04. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2007. [Report] [Summary] (View)