Risk-benefit analysis

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Risk-benefit analysis

Risk-benefit analysis (pronunciation: /ˈrisk ˈbenefit əˈnælɪsɪs/) is a systematic approach used in medicine and pharmacology to evaluate the potential positive outcomes (benefits) against the possible negative outcomes (risks) associated with a particular intervention or treatment.

Etymology

The term "risk-benefit analysis" is derived from the English words "risk" and "benefit", and the Greek word "analysis" (ἀνάλυσις), meaning a breaking up or loosening.

Definition

In the context of healthcare, a risk-benefit analysis is a decision-making process used by healthcare professionals to weigh the potential benefits of a treatment or intervention against its potential risks. This process is crucial in determining the best course of action for a patient's treatment plan.

Related Terms

  • Risk: The potential for a negative outcome or harm.
  • Benefit: The potential for a positive outcome or gain.
  • Analysis: The process of examining something in detail in order to understand it better or draw conclusions from it.
  • Healthcare professional: An individual who provides preventive, curative, promotional, or rehabilitative health care services in a systematic way to people, families, or communities.
  • Treatment plan: A detailed plan with information about a patient's disease, the goal of treatment, the treatment options for the disease and possible side effects, and the expected length of treatment.

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