Glossary term
Outcome measure: An outcome measure is the thing researchers or clinicians track to judge whether treatment is helping, such as seizure frequency, spasticity score or pain score.
Why this term matters
Helps patients read trials and understand follow-up reviews.
UK medical cannabis context
NICE’s epilepsy recommendations include explicit continuation rules linked to seizure reduction outcomes.
What not to assume
Good outcome measures do not remove uncertainty but structure decision-making.
Careful wording: Avoid vague “it worked” wording.
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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.