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1 to 2 of 2 Research Studies DisplayedBurda BU, Holmer HK, Norris SL
Limitations of A Measurement Tool to Assess Systematic Reviews (AMSTAR) and suggestions for improvement.
A Measurement Tool to Assess Systematic Reviews (AMSTAR) is a commonly used tool to assess the quality of systematic reviews; however, modifications are needed to improve its usability, reliability, and validity. In this commentary, the authors summarize their experience and the experiences of others who have used AMSTAR and provide suggestions for its improvement.
AHRQ-funded; HS018500.
Citation: Burda BU, Holmer HK, Norris SL .
Limitations of A Measurement Tool to Assess Systematic Reviews (AMSTAR) and suggestions for improvement.
Syst Rev 2016 Apr 12;5:58. doi: 10.1186/s13643-016-0237-1.
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Keywords: Research Methodologies, Data, Evidence-Based Practice, Guidelines, Quality Measures
Robinson KA, Chou R, Berkman ND
AHRQ Author: Chang S
Twelve recommendations for integrating existing systematic reviews into new reviews: EPC guidance.
As time and cost constraints in the conduct of systematic reviews increase, the need to consider the use of existing systematic reviews also increases. The authors developed guidance on the integration of systematic reviews into new reviews. Recommendations addressing selecting reviews, assessing risk of bias, qualitative and quantitative synthesis, and summarizing and assessing body of evidence were developed.
AHRQ-authored; AHRQ-funded
Citation: Robinson KA, Chou R, Berkman ND .
Twelve recommendations for integrating existing systematic reviews into new reviews: EPC guidance.
J Clin Epidemiol 2016 Feb. doi: 10.1016/j.jclinepi.2015.05.035..
Keywords: Research Methodologies, Evidence-Based Practice, Guidelines