Methodological index for non-randomized studies (minors): development and validation of a new instrument.

Volume: 73, Issue: 9, Pages: 712 - 716
Published: Sep 1, 2003
Abstract
Background:  Because of specific methodological difficulties in conducting randomized trials, surgical research remains dependent predominantly on observational or non-randomized studies. Few validated instruments are available to determine the methodological quality of such studies either from the reader's perspective or for the purpose of meta-analysis. The aim of the present study was to develop and validate such an instrument. Methods:...
Paper Details
Title
Methodological index for non-randomized studies (minors): development and validation of a new instrument.
Published Date
Sep 1, 2003
Volume
73
Issue
9
Pages
712 - 716
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