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  • Epidemiology
  • Longitudinal Data Analysis

Background:

  • Missing data are common in longitudinal studies, complicating analysis.
  • Existing methods may not adequately address missing outcomes in complex longitudinal data.
  • Robust statistical modeling is crucial for reliable epidemiological and clinical research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce the wgeesel R package for analyzing longitudinal data with missing outcomes.
  • To provide tools for weighted generalized estimating equations (WGEE) model fitting and selection.
  • To offer a simulation utility for longitudinal data with missing outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Implementation of weighted generalized estimating equations (WGEE) for marginal model fitting.
  • Inclusion of information criteria for WGEE model selection (mean and correlation structures).
  • Development of a simulation function for longitudinal data with missing outcomes.

Main Results:

  • The wgeesel package provides a comprehensive framework for WGEE analysis.
  • The package facilitates model selection through various information criteria.
  • Simulations and a real data example demonstrate the package's utility and validity.

Conclusions:

  • The wgeesel R package is a valuable tool for researchers dealing with longitudinal data and missing outcomes.
  • It enhances the analysis of complex data structures in clinical and epidemiological studies.
  • The package supports robust statistical inference and data simulation for missing data scenarios.