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Wan Nor Arifin1, Abdullah Sarimah1, Bachok Norsa'adah1
1Statistical Editors, Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences, Penerbit Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 USM, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia; Unit of Biostatistics and Research Methodology, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 16150 Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia.
The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences : MJMS
|December 2, 2016
Summary
Statistical editors face inconsistent reporting of results in medical manuscripts. This editorial provides guidelines for standardized statistical reporting and common error avoidance in publications.
Area of Science:
- Medical Journalism
- Biostatistics
- Scientific Communication
Background:
- Statistical editors at the Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences (MJMS) observe diverse and non-standardized methods for reporting statistical results in submitted manuscripts.
- This inconsistency likely stems from a lack of explicit guidelines for statistical reporting within author instructions.
- Standardized reporting is crucial for clarity and reproducibility in scientific publications.
Discussion:
- This editorial aims to standardize the reporting of common statistical results for authors submitting to MJMS.
- It will highlight prevalent errors in statistical reporting to improve manuscript quality.
- Clear guidelines enhance the integrity and interpretability of research findings.
Key Insights:
- Inconsistent statistical reporting is a significant challenge in medical journal editing.
- A dedicated guideline can address common statistical reporting errors effectively.
- Standardization improves the scientific rigor and accessibility of published research.
Outlook:
- Implementation of these guidelines is expected to improve the quality of submitted manuscripts to MJMS.
- This initiative can serve as a model for other medical journals seeking to enhance statistical reporting standards.
- Promoting clear statistical reporting practices will benefit the broader scientific community.
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