Glossary term
Evidence gap: An evidence gap means there is not enough good-quality research to answer an important clinical question confidently.
Why this term matters
Essential for transparent education and for avoiding overstatement.
UK medical cannabis context
NICE’s cannabis guidance includes recommendations for research, reflecting ongoing evidence gaps.
What not to assume
Evidence gaps do not prove a treatment ineffective; they mean certainty is limited.
Careful wording: Avoid filling evidence gaps with anecdotes or marketing.
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Sources and review notes
This entry is educational vocabulary, not medical advice. Suitability, prescribing, product choice and monitoring belong with a qualified clinician or pharmacist.