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. 2025 Mar 18;23(1):166.
doi: 10.1186/s12916-025-03994-3.

The validation of prediction models deserves more recognition

Ulrich Mansmann  1 , Begüm Irmak Ön  2
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The validation of prediction models deserves more recognition

Ulrich Mansmann et al. BMC Med. .
No abstract available

Keywords: Clinical benefit; Evidence; External validation; Feasibility; Prediction models; Quality; Transportability.

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Declarations. Declarations: Ethical approval and consent to participate. Does not apply. Consent for publication: Does not apply. Competing interests: The authors declare no competing interest.

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