Target Trial Emulation A Framework for Causal Inference From Observational Data

This Guide to Statistics and Methods describes the use of target trial emulation to design an observational study so it preserves the advantages of a randomized clinical trial, points out the limitations of the method, and provides an example of its use.

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This guide discusses the use of target trial emulation to design observational studies, highlighting its advantages and limitations, and providing an example.