Analysis of lifetime death probability for major causes of death among residents in China

Analysis of lifetime death probability for major causes of death among residents in China

Abstract Background Cumulative mortality rate and cumulative mortality risk are two commonly used indicators to measure the impact and severity of diseases. However, they are calculated during a defined life span and assume the subject does not die from other causes. This study aims to use a new ind...

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Main Authors: Ping Yuan, Jianjun Xiang, Matthew Borg, Tiehui Chen, Xiuquan Lin, Xiane Peng, Kuicheng Zheng
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-07-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Lifetime death probability
Chronic diseases
Cause of death
Mortality
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12889-020-09201-7

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