Survival Analyses: A Statistical Review for Surgeons

Survival analyses are a group of statistical principles applied to accurately analyze the length of time until a previously defined event occurs. Increasing survival is the underlying goal for most medical interventions, and is particularly critical in oncology-related surgical fields. In order to justify the application of a novel surgical intervention or other cancer therapy, one must first definitively show improvements in patient survival compared to the existing method of treatment. In order to definitively recommend one treatment option over another, it is paramount to design a study that addresses and minimizes sources of bias where possible.
Source: Seminars in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Tags: THORACIC – State of the Art Source Type: research