Which measure expresses the difference in event rates between treatment and control groups?
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Correct answer: Absolute risk reduction
Absolute risk reduction (ARR) represents the difference in outcome rates between two groups. It provides a direct measure of benefit attributable to an intervention. ARR is often used to calculate the number needed to treat.
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