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This study introduces a novel partial-linear single-index (PLSI) transformation model for analyzing time-to-event data with complex covariates. The PLSI model offers improved interpretability and flexible modeling of nonlinear covariate effects in survival analysis.

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  • Biostatistics
  • Survival Analysis
  • Statistical Modeling

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  • Time-to-event data frequently involve multiple, correlated, and time-varying covariates.
  • Modeling joint covariate effects and their impact on survival risk requires flexible approaches.
  • Semiparametric transformation (ST) models offer a general framework for intensity function specification and nonlinear covariate effects.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a partial-linear single-index (PLSI) transformation model for dimensionality reduction of multiple covariates.
  • To provide interpretable estimates of covariate effects in survival analysis.
  • To develop a method for formally testing the linearity of covariate effects.

Main Methods:

  • Developed an iterative algorithm using regression splines to model the nonparametric single-index function.
  • Employed nonparametric maximum likelihood estimation for parameter estimation.
  • Proposed a nonparametric testing procedure to assess covariate effect linearity.

Main Results:

  • The PLSI transformation model effectively reduces dimensionality and offers interpretable covariate effect estimates.
  • Simulation studies demonstrated the PLSI model's performance compared to standard ST models.
  • The model was successfully applied to COVID-19 patient mortality and lung cancer trial data.

Conclusions:

  • The PLSI transformation model provides a flexible and interpretable approach for analyzing complex time-to-event data.
  • This method enhances the understanding of covariate contributions to survival risk.
  • The proposed testing procedure aids in evaluating covariate effect linearity in survival models.