Intervals for the assessment of measurement agreement: Similarities, differences, and consequences of incorrect interpretations

Vock, Michael (2016). Intervals for the assessment of measurement agreement: Similarities, differences, and consequences of incorrect interpretations. Biometrical journal, 58(3), pp. 489-501. Wiley-VCH 10.1002/bimj.201400234

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Several intervals have been proposed to quantify the agreement of two methods intended to measure the same quantity in the situation where only one measurement per method and subject is available. The limits of agreement are probably the most well-known among these intervals, which are all based on the differences between the two measurement methods. The different meanings of the intervals are not always properly recognized in applications. However, at least for small-to-moderate sample sizes, the differences will be substantial. This is illustrated both using the width of the intervals and on probabilistic scales related to the definitions of the intervals. In particular, for small-to-moderate sample sizes, it is shown that limits of agreement and prediction intervals should not be used to make statements about the distribution of the differences between the two measurement methods or about a plausible range for all future differences. Care should therefore be taken to ensure the correct choice of the interval for the intended interpretation.

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