Meta-Analysis.
A statistical method that combines results from multiple independent studies to produce a more precise estimate of a treatment effect. Provides the highest level of evidence when synthesizing results from several randomized controlled trials.
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What is meta-analysis?
A statistical method that combines results from multiple independent studies to produce a more precise estimate of a treatment effect. Provides the highest level of evidence when synthesizing results from several randomized controlled trials.
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