❌ Irrelevant
Irrelevant, in the context of clinical research, refers to any data, result, or conclusion that adds no meaningful value to medical knowledge because it:
- Merely confirms what is already well-known.
- Does not influence clinical decision-making or practice.
- Lacks real-world applicability.
- Is based on an outdated or trivial research question.
🧠 Key Characteristics
- Fails to address a current clinical need.
- Provides obvious or trivial conclusions.
- Methodologically correct but conceptually useless.
- Statistically significant yet clinically meaningless.
🧪 Example
| Context | Why It’s Irrelevant |
| ——————————————— | ———————————————— |
| Study shows contrast MRI is better for DVA | Already established in the literature |
| Precise measurements with no clinical use | Adds no actionable insight for practitioners |
| Research on obsolete imaging techniques | Not applicable to modern diagnostic workflow |
✅ Best Practice
- Formulate research questions that challenge current assumptions.
- Prioritize studies that can change guidelines or improve outcomes.