Key points on writing an effective literature review article: A review of a review

Abstract The main goal of this point of view, a review of a review is to give directions and information on easier articlewriting, available literature databases, and to address crucial issues during writing, as well as to encourage scientiststo write down their ideas, critical opinions, and to document their impressions in a specific research field. Literaturereview usually represents the systematization of a large amount of research data and an evidence overview on themost recent findings in a particular research domain, while in some cases the magnum opus of the author’s work withthe highest impact. An effective scientific literature review can significantly reshape research impact and sometimesinfluence clinical decisions. An impactful review article may significantly enhance the visibility and excellence of theresearcher’s work, and has the power to serve as a lighthouse during a stormy sea of information that is waiting for anexperienced guide to arrange research data into the right place for a higher goal.