Causality Assessment

Causality assessment is a process used by healthcare professionals to determine whether a specific drug or treatment caused an adverse effect or reaction. It involves reviewing patient history, timing of symptoms, and other factors to see if the relationship makes sense scientifically. The goal is to figure out if the medication is likely responsible, accidental, or unrelated. This helps ensure patient safety, guide future treatment, and improve understanding of how different drugs may affect the body. Essentially, it's a careful investigation to connect the dots between a treatment and any side effects experienced.