Title of article :
Confounding Variables in Epidemiologic Studies: Basics and Beyond
Author/Authors :
Kamangar, Farin Morgan State University - School of Community Health and Policy, USA , Kamangar, Farin tehran university of medical sciences tums - Digestive Disease Research Center, تهران, ايران
Abstract :
This article discusses the importance, definition, and types of confounders in epidemiology. Methods to identify and address confounding are discussed, as well as their strengths and limitations. The article also describes the difference among confounders, mediators, and effect modifiers
Keywords :
Confounder , effect modifer , interaction , mediator , randomization , regression
Journal title :
Archives of Iranian Medicine
Journal title :
Archives of Iranian Medicine
