Evaluating Meta-analyses in the General Surgical Literature

Abstract

This critical appraisal of meta-analyses published in the general surgery literature demonstrates frequent methodologic flaws. The quality of these reports limits the validity of the findings and the inferences that can be made about the primary studies reviewed. To improve the quality of future meta-analyses, we recommend following guidelines for the optimal conduct and reporting of meta-analyses in general surgery.

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MedicineMeta-analysisMEDLINEConcordanceCritical appraisalSystematic reviewEvidence-based medicineFamily medicineAlternative medicineInternal medicinePathology

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Year: 2005
Type: article
Volume: 241
Issue: 3
Pages: 450-459
Citations: 131
Access: Closed

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                                    Elijah Dixon, 
                                
                                    Morad Hameed, 
                                
                                    Francis Sutherland
                                
                                et al.
                            
                            (2005). 
                            Evaluating Meta-analyses in the General Surgical Literature. 
                            Annals of Surgery
                            , 241
                            (3)
                            , 450-459.
                            https://doi.org/10.1097/01.sla.0000154258.30305.df
                        

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DOI: 10.1097/01.sla.0000154258.30305.df