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Table 4 Methods for handling missing data in sensitivity analysis in 14 trials

From: Statistical analysis and handling of missing data in cluster randomized trials: a systematic review

Sensitivity method

Primary analysis

N

Total N (%)

Complete case

MI

2

3 (21)

Mixed model

1

Single imputation

Complete case

1

4 (29)

Single imputation

1

Mixed model

2

MI

Complete case

3

5 (36)

Mixed model

1

Unclear

1

Mixed model

Complete case

1

1 (7)

Mixed model with IPW

Complete case

1

1 (7)

  1. Abbreviations: MI, multiple imputation; IPW, inverse probability weighting