Journal of clinical epidemiology
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To examine if commonly recommended assumptions for multivariable logistic regression are addressed in two major epidemiological journals. ⋯ Articles reviewed frequently did not report commonly recommended assumptions for using multivariable logistic regression.
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To evaluate the measurement properties of asthma severity scores for use in preschool children. ⋯ Most asthma severity scales for use in preschool children have been informally developed. Recently developed scores (CAS, PRAM) have more rigorously evaluated their measurement properties. Research is needed to directly compare the asthma severity scores developed for use in preschool children.