Show pageBacklinksCite current pageExport to PDFBack to top This page is read only. You can view the source, but not change it. Ask your administrator if you think this is wrong. ===== ⚖️ False Equivalence ===== **False equivalence** is a logical fallacy in which two distinct entities, situations, or treatments are presented as if they were equivalent, despite relevant differences that undermine the comparison's validity. ==== ⚠️ Key Characteristics ==== * Superficial similarities mask important underlying differences * Ignores confounding variables or context * Often used in observational studies without proper adjustment * Leads to misleading comparisons and flawed conclusions ==== 🧪 Example in Clinical Research ==== * Comparing microsurgical clipping and endovascular treatment of MCA aneurysms as if they were interchangeable, without accounting for aneurysm complexity, morphology, or patient selection bias. ==== 📉 Why It Matters ==== * Encourages inappropriate treatment decisions * Undermines evidence-based practice * Distorts systematic reviews or meta-analyses * Can be used to support biased or agenda-driven interpretations ==== ✅ Best Practice ==== * Ensure clinical and methodological comparability between groups * Use stratification, matching, or multivariate adjustment * Acknowledge and discuss key differences in study limitations false_equivalence.txt Last modified: 2025/06/15 06:53by administrador