What this means in a clinic conversation
A statistically detectable difference can still be too small to matter to a person. Interpretation should consider the size of change, uncertainty, harms and patient priorities.
A question to bring
Would the size of the reported benefit make a meaningful difference in daily life?
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Sources and editorial context
This definition was compiled from the sources below and has not received independent clinical review. It supports understanding and consultation preparation.
- Interpreting results and drawing conclusions · CochraneReference checked 2026-10-02