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Reusing text from systematic review protocols in the final report is efficient and scientifically acceptable, not plagiarism. Authors should cite appropriately, but legal copyright issues require consideration.

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  • Systematic Reviews
  • Research Methodology
  • Scientific Publishing Ethics

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  • Published protocols aim to reduce bias in systematic reviews (SR).
  • Questions arise regarding reusing text from SR protocols in the final published SR.
  • Potential concerns include text recycling, plagiarism, and copyright infringement.

Discussion:

  • Reusing introduction and methods sections from a protocol in a completed SR is theoretically straightforward.
  • Benefits include reduced author writing time and potential advantages for peer reviewers and editors.
  • The core question is whether this text reuse constitutes acceptable self-plagiarism.

Key Insights:

  • The traditional view prohibits authors from receiving multiple credits for the same work without citation.
  • This paper proposes that reusing protocol text in SRs is scientifically and ethically acceptable.
  • Authors should be encouraged for efficiency, not accused of plagiarism, though legal copyright must be considered.

Outlook:

  • Encouraging a discussion among researchers, editors, and publishers on text reuse in SRs.
  • Clarifying ethical guidelines and legal considerations for authors regarding protocol text.
  • Promoting efficient research practices while upholding scientific integrity and copyright laws.