Critical appraisal of systematic reviews and meta-analyses: a step-by-step guide for nephrologists

By focusing on key areas such as heterogeneity, risk of bias, and robust statistical methods, this guide enables nephrologists to critically appraise systematic reviews and meta-analyses, fostering better clinical decision-making and improved patient care in nephrology.

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Renal Failure
Published
2025-03-26
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https://doi.org/10.1080/0886022x.2025.2476736
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Meta-analysis and systematic reviews
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Abstract

By focusing on key areas such as heterogeneity, risk of bias, and robust statistical methods, this guide enables nephrologists to critically appraise systematic reviews and meta-analyses, fostering better clinical decision-making and improved patient care in nephrology.

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Medical University of South Carolina (US), Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (TH), Phramongkutklao Hospital (TH), Szent János Kórház (HU), Mayo Clinic in Arizona (US), Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center (US), Charoenkrung Pracharak Hospital (TH), Phramongkutklao College of Medicine
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