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A systematic review is a type of research methodology that involves a comprehensive and systematic analysis of multiple studies on a specific topic, using a rigorous and transparent methodology to identify, critically appraise and synthesise all relevant studies. It aims to provide a high-quality and reliable summary of the current evidence on a specific research question or topic.
10002002
a
A comprehensive analysis of available evidence on a specific topic, with a clearly defined search strategy
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This is not a correct description of a systematic review. It describes a randomised controlled trial, which is a type of primary study and not a review at all.
10002006
e
A study in which subjects are randomly assigned to either an intervention or control group, with outcomes subsequently measured
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This best describes a narrative review, which looks to describe available evidence on a specific topic and synthesise a conclusion from this evidence. They often take a less formal approach compared to systematic reviews and do not usually require reporting methodology or search terms.
10002004
c
A comprehensive analysis of multiple studies, which is then used to construct a narrative on a specific topic
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This description best describes a case summary, which focuses on a single patient. In contrast, a systematic review would involve multiple studies on a specific topic.
10002003
b
An analysis of a single patient's medical history, providing an evidence-based discussion of the key topics within the history
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This is not a correct description of a systematic review, as this type of review looks to synthesise all available evidence of a specific topic regardless of what the study type is. Therefore, they will typically include other study types, such as observational studies, case-control studies etc.
10002005
d
A comprehensive analysis that specifically includes only randomised controlled trials
Concept
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2693
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Types of Literature Review
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185
Ethics & Law
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Which of the following descriptions correctly defines a systematic review?
a