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  • Health Sciences
  • Medical Research
  • Evidence-Based Practice

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  • Systematic reviews are increasingly published globally and in Iran.
  • They serve as crucial resources for evidence-based clinical questions.
  • These reviews help policymakers and students identify research gaps.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present detailed steps for conducting a systematic review.
  • To guide researchers in synthesizing available evidence effectively.
  • To support the identification of evidence gaps in published research.

Main Methods:

  • Designing and identifying the research question.
  • Searching for qualified published studies.
  • Extracting and synthesizing relevant information.
  • Interpreting the synthesized results.

Main Results:

  • The study outlines a comprehensive methodology for systematic reviews.
  • It details each critical step from inception to interpretation.
  • The presented framework facilitates rigorous evidence synthesis.

Conclusions:

  • This detailed guide is valuable for researchers undertaking systematic reviews.
  • It enhances the understanding and execution of evidence synthesis.
  • The methodology supports informed health policy and clinical decision-making.