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How to write an umbrella review? A step-by-step tutorial with tips and tricks.

M Bonczar¹, P Ostrowski¹, A V D'Antoni²

¹Department of Anatomy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland.

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|December 27, 2022

Summary

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Umbrella reviews (UR) synthesize existing meta-analyses and systematic reviews, offering a high level of evidence. This guide provides a step-by-step tutorial for conducting URs, enhancing evidence-based medicine for physicians.

Keywords:

evidence based medicine (EBM)meta-analysis systematic review umbrella review

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Area of Science:

Medical Research Methodology
Evidence Synthesis
Health Sciences

Background:

The proliferation of medical meta-analyses (MA) and systematic reviews (SR) has led to inconsistencies and contradictions.
Discrepancies in search strategies, data extraction, and statistical analysis contribute to conflicting findings in MAs and SRs.
This variability can cause confusion among healthcare professionals seeking reliable medical information.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide a comprehensive, step-by-step guide for conducting umbrella reviews (UR).
To address the lack of standardized methodology for performing URs.
To empower researchers and clinicians with a tool for synthesizing complex evidence.

Main Methods:

Synthesizing existing meta-analyses and systematic reviews on a specific medical topic.
Consolidating data to provide a high degree of evidence-based medical knowledge.
Utilizing a structured approach to resolve discrepancies found in individual reviews.

Main Results:

Umbrella reviews offer a superior method for consolidating evidence compared to individual meta-analyses or systematic reviews.
URs provide a concise and comprehensive overview of available data, enhancing clarity for medical decision-making.
The study establishes umbrella reviews as a crucial advancement in evidence-based medicine.

Conclusions:

Umbrella reviews represent a significant advancement in evidence-based medicine, offering a superior approach to synthesizing research.
This tutorial serves as a practical tool for researchers aiming to conduct high-quality umbrella reviews.
The adoption of umbrella reviews can enhance the reliability and applicability of medical evidence for clinicians.