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Area of Science:

  • Methodology
  • Research Synthesis
  • Scientific Reporting

Background:

  • Common consensus methods include nominal group process, consensus development panels, and the Delphi technique.
  • Existing literature lacks standardized reporting practices for these consensus methodologies.
  • Understanding current research practices is essential for improving consensus study design and execution.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and analyze the methodology, results analysis, and reporting of common consensus methods.
  • To identify how researchers are currently conducting studies using nominal group process, consensus development panels, and the Delphi technique.
  • To provide evidence-based guidelines for researchers utilizing consensus methodologies.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of literature on nominal group process, consensus development panels, and Delphi technique.
  • Analysis of study conduct, data analysis, and reporting practices.
  • Synthesis of findings to develop recommendations.

Main Results:

  • Researchers often fail to adequately describe inclusion criteria in consensus studies.
  • A panel size of 5 to 11 members appears most beneficial across the reviewed consensus methods.
  • Statistical analyses in consensus studies require greater rigor, and predefined consensus definitions must be reported.

Conclusions:

  • Clear reporting of inclusion criteria is necessary for all consensus studies.
  • Optimizing panel size can enhance the effectiveness of consensus development.
  • Enhancing methodological rigor and transparent reporting are key to advancing consensus research.