How do epidemiologists measure treatment variability?
Epidemiologists use various statistical methods to measure treatment variability. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) are the gold standard for evaluating treatment efficacy, but observational studies, such as cohort studies and case-control studies, are also essential. They analyze data to assess treatment response distributions and identify factors associated with different outcomes. Techniques like meta-analysis can combine data from multiple studies to provide a broader understanding of treatment variability.
