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    • Current methods are limited to single mediators, hindering analysis of complex systems with interdependent mediators.

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    • To propose a novel procedure for fine-grained causal effect decomposition in the presence of multiple, interdependent mediators.
    • To extend existing mediation analysis frameworks to handle complex causal pathways.

    Main Methods:

    • Developed a general framework for mediation analysis accommodating arbitrary mediator and outcome models.
    • Introduced natural effects models and estimation methods for flexible and parsimonious modeling.
    • Demonstrated the procedure's applicability using the WHO-LARES study data.

    Main Results:

    • Existing analytical approaches represent specific instances of a broader set of possible decompositions.
    • The proposed procedure recovers a comprehensive set of decompositions, offering a more thorough assessment of causal pathways.
    • The method allows for flexible modeling in complex settings with multiple mediators.

    Conclusions:

    • The new procedure provides a robust approach to mediation analysis in complex settings with multiple, interdependent mediators.
    • This work expands the toolkit for causal inference, enabling a deeper understanding of exposure-outcome relationships.
    • The method is practical and implementable with standard statistical software.