Table 2 Modelling the impact of a risk factor illustrated with a hypothetical population
From: The effect of modifiable risk factors on geographic mortality differentials: a modelling study
Quartile of risk | Baseline population distribution | Average life expectancy | Baseline PYL | Scenario population distribution | Scenario PYL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 25,000 | 40 | 1,000,000 | 40,000 | 1,600,000 |
2 | 25,000 | 35 | 875,000 | 30,000 | 1,050,000 |
3 | 25,000 | 30 | 750,000 | 20,000 | 600,000 |
4 | 25,000 | 25 | 625,000 | 10,000 | 250,000 |
Total | 100,000 | Â | 3,250,000 | 100,000 | 3,500,000 |
APYL | Â | Â | 32.5 | Â | 35.0 |