Number needed to treat

ARR, RRR, relative risk, and NNT (or NNH) from event rates.

Previewv0.1.0 · Pending clinical review

Inputs

0 of 2
%
%
When to use
  • Interpreting trial results.
Pearls and pitfalls
  • NNT is specific to the time frame and population of the trial.
Why use

Switches to NNH automatically when treatment increases events.

ARR=CER−EER
NNT=1ARR
where
CER, EER
Control and experimental event rates

Share and cite

Report a concernRequest a calculator