What this means in a clinic conversation
Pain, daily function and an imaging finding are different outcomes. A useful description specifies the measurement method, time point and whether the outcome was planned as primary or secondary.
A question to bring
Which outcome improved, by how much, and at what time point?
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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.
- Study outcome measurement · National Center for Advancing Translational SciencesReference checked 2026-10-02