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Area of Science:

  • Health Sciences
  • Evidence-Based Practice
  • Research Methodology

Background:

  • Evidence-based practice is increasingly recognized as the standard for healthcare.
  • The availability of primary research has expanded, leading to more frequent reviews.
  • Scoping reviews are an emerging type of literature review.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce readers to scoping reviews.
  • To differentiate scoping reviews from systematic reviews.
  • To explain the utility and application of scoping reviews in research.

Main Methods:

  • The article provides an overview of scoping review methodology.
  • Guidance for conducting systematic scoping reviews is presented.
  • Methodology developed by the Joanna Briggs Institute and its collaborating centers is referenced.

Main Results:

  • Scoping reviews are useful for reconnaissance, clarifying definitions, and understanding conceptual boundaries.
  • They are particularly valuable for complex or heterogeneous literature not suitable for systematic review.
  • Scoping reviews can identify research gaps and inform future research directions.

Conclusions:

  • Scoping reviews serve as a distinct and important tool in research synthesis.
  • They can be conducted independently or to inform the need for systematic reviews.
  • The methodology discussed aids in the rigorous application of scoping reviews.