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Confounder adjusting before applying the ITE model to observational data

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Description

When we are using observational data for trial emulation and estimating the ATE, we use techniques like PSM or IPTW on the observational data to mimic the randomization in a randomized clinical trial for confounder adjusting.

When we are doing ITE, do we need to conduct a similar effort to get a matched/IPTW-adjusted dataset before we fit the data into the ITE model (e.g., meta learner)?

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No files, tests, or entry points are named. Start by reviewing the repository documentation or examples covering observational data, PSM, IPTW, and meta learners. Done means adding a clear, referenced explanation of whether and how confounder adjustment should be handled before fitting an ITE model.

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Tech stack
machine-learning, python
Domain
machine-learning
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
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Needs clarification
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