A brief introduction of meta‐analyses in clinical practice and research. (25th March 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Wang, Xiao‐Meng; Zhang, Xi‐Ru; Li, Zhi‐Hao; Zhong, Wen‐Fang; Yang, Pei; Mao, Chen
• Is Part Of: Journal of gene medicine. Volume 23:Number 5(2021)
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• Publication Date: 2021-03-25
• Subjects: clinical research -- meta‐analysis; Genetic transformation -- Periodicals; Gene Transfer -- Periodicals; Gene Therapy -- Periodicals; 616.042
• DOI: 10.1002/jgm.3312
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1099-498X

Abstract

Abstract: With the explosive growth of medical information, it is almost impossible for healthcare providers to review and evaluate all relevant evidence to make the best clinical decisions. Meta‐analyses, which summarize all existing evidence and quantitatively synthesize individual studies, have become the best available evidence for informing clinical practice. This article introduces the common methods, steps, principles, strengths and limitations of meta‐analyses and aims to help healthcare providers and researchers obtain a basic understanding of meta‐analyses in clinical practice and research. Abstract : This article introduces the common methods, principles, steps, strengths and limitations of meta‐analyses and aims to help clinicians and researchers obtain a basic understanding of meta‐analyses in clinical practice and research.