A Bayesian Spatial Scan Statistic for Multinomial Data.

ABSTRACT: Spatial scan statistics are commonly used to detect clustering. We present a Bayesian spatial scan statistic for multinomial data. After validating our method with a simulation study, we use it to detect clusters of SARS-CoV-2 infection/immunity in South Carolina.

SUBMITTER: Self S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10817011 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature