box-score method

a method of summarizing results from multiple studies of the same general research question that considers both statistically meaningful and nonmeaningful results but ignores the magnitude of the research findings (e.g., the size of a treatment effect). Meta-analysis generally is preferred over the box-score method.

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November 23rd 2024

risk factor

a clearly defined behavior or constitutional (e.g., genetic), psychological, environmental, or other characteristic that is associated with an increased possibility or likelihood that a disease or disorder will subsequently develop in an individual. Compare protective factor.