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Learning how to undertake a systematic review: Part 2.

Josette Bettany-Saltikov1

  • 1School of Health and Social Care, University of Teesside, Middlesbrough. j.b.saltikov@tees.ac.uk

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Summary

This guide details conducting systematic reviews, focusing on study selection, appraisal, data extraction, synthesis, and reporting results and discussion sections for comprehensive evidence summaries.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Research Methodology
  • Evidence Synthesis
  • Scientific Writing

Background:

  • Systematic reviews are crucial for synthesizing research evidence.
  • This article is the second part of a series on conducting systematic reviews.
  • Effective reporting is essential for the utility of systematic reviews.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive guide on the later stages of conducting a systematic review.
  • To detail methods for study selection, appraisal, data extraction, and synthesis.
  • To offer key points for writing the results and discussion sections of a systematic review report.

Main Methods:

  • Discussion of systematic review methodology.
  • Explanation of study selection and critical appraisal techniques.

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  • Guidance on data extraction, synthesis, and presentation of findings.

    • Main Results:

    • Clear steps for selecting and appraising studies.
    • Methods for extracting, synthesizing, and presenting review findings.
    • Key considerations for reporting results and discussion.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective execution of these stages is vital for a high-quality systematic review.
    • Proper reporting enhances the transparency and impact of systematic reviews.
    • This article serves as a practical resource for researchers undertaking systematic reviews.