The misunderstood P-value: why statistical significance is not enough in clinical practice.
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.bja.2025.01.008 and PMC identifier 11947593.
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Abstract
P-values have traditionally guided clinical research, but over-reliance on them can lead to misinterpretation and poor decision-making. This article highlights common misconceptions about P-values and suggests incorporating the minimum clinically important difference (MCID) along with other metrics such as effect sizes and Bayesian methods. Evidence-based practice is essential in anaesthesiology, and research findings should be evaluated in the context of patient outcomes to guide clinical decisions.
Medical subject headings
- Anesthesiology
- Biomedical Research