Multivariate outcomes: the folder beta.blockers contains data from a metaanalysis of 22 clinical trials of beta-blockers for reducing mortality after myocardial infarction (from Yusuf et al., 1985; see also Carlin, 1992, and Gelman et al., 2003, chapter 5).
(a) Set up and fit a logistic regression model to estimate the effect of the treatment on the probability of death, allowing different death rates and different treatment effects for the different studies. Summarize by the estimated treatment average effect and its standard error.
(b) Make a graph or graphs displaying the data and fitted model.
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