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Bayesian Semiparametric Mixture Cure (Frailty) Models

arXiv — stat.ML•Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 5:00:00 AM
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  • A novel hierarchical Bayesian framework for semiparametric mixture cure models has been proposed, enhancing survival analysis by accommodating frailty components. This approach aims to provide a more accurate representation of long-term survival dynamics, particularly for patients considered cured, and utilizes Markov chain Monte Carlo methods for posterior distribution sampling.
  • The introduction of this framework is significant as it offers greater flexibility in capturing unobserved heterogeneity among patients, which is crucial for improving treatment outcomes in clinical settings such as the E1690 melanoma trial and colon cancer clinical trials.
  • This development reflects a broader trend in survival analysis towards more interpretable models, such as the CoxKAN network, which also leverages the Cox proportional hazards model. The integration of Bayesian methodologies in various contexts, including causal inference, highlights the ongoing evolution of statistical techniques aimed at addressing complex medical data challenges.
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