On possible misinterpretation of statistics in orthopaedics and other medical specialties.

This article explores the use of statistics in orthopaedics and other medical specialties. It emphasizes the importance of statistics in determining success rates and complications in medical procedures. The article also discusses common mistakes made when using statistics in medical research, such as sample size and missing data. It highlights the limitations of statistics in providing information about individual patients. The document cautions against misinterpretation of statistics and the challenges of subjective scoring in research. It provides examples of mental disorders and the impact of opioid use on adverse outcomes in orthopedic surgery. The conclusion emphasizes the collaborative nature of statistical analysis and the need for interdisciplinary understanding in research. [Extracted from the article]