Absence of evidence is not evidence of absence
Keywords:
Positive results, evidence, statistical significance
Abstract
When a study ends with statistically significant results we have to judge whether results are clinically relevant and useful in our daily practice. A “Negative” result of a study does not imply that this is the truth. This paper illustrates with an example that the absence of evidence does not equal evidence of absence.Downloads
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How to Cite
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Arroyo, L. I.; Calvache, J. A. Absence of Evidence Is Not Evidence of Absence. Rev. Fac. Cienc. Salud Univ. Cauca 2011, 13, 18-19.
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2011-03-01
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