Meta-Analysis Flashcards
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What is meta-analysis?
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Optional part of systematic review that calculates a treatment effect based on pooled data from a group of studies
2
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What are the key features of meta-analysis?
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- pooling data
- statistical methods used to weight results of individual studies to reduce bias
- heterogeneity assessment
- publication bias analysis
- generalisation of conclusions
3
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What is heterogeneity?
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The variability in outcomes due to differences in study designs, populations, interventions or methodologies
4
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What are the types of heterogeneity?
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- statistical
- methodological
- clinical
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