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Reference accuracy in the dermatologic literature

P M George1, K Robbins

  • 1Dermatology Section, Veterans Administration Medical Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
|July 1, 1994
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Accurate references are crucial for scientific articles. This study found high error rates in dermatologic literature references, diminishing their value.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Medical Literature Analysis
  • Scientific Publishing

Background:

  • Reference lists are essential components of scientific articles.
  • Accuracy in references is paramount for the utility and integrity of published research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the accuracy of reference lists within the field of dermatology.
  • Identify the prevalence of errors in citations and quotations in dermatologic journals.

Main Methods:

  • Random selection of 240 references from four leading dermatology journals.
  • Verification of selected references against their original source articles.

Main Results:

  • A significant 41% rate of citation errors (incorrect source identification).

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  • A 35% rate of quotation errors (discrepancies between cited text and original source).
  • Only 36% of all references were found to be error-free.

    • Conclusions:

    • The study highlights unacceptably high rates of citation and quotation errors in dermatologic literature.
    • These inaccuracies substantially reduce the overall value and reliability of reference lists in dermatology publications.