- Framework of problems / Rigourous
- Incorrect interpretation or statistical inference error from meta-analysis
- Statistical methods can be improved within Cochrane pregnancy and childbirth reviews
| Ref ID | 600 |
| First Author | R. D. Riley |
| Journal | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL EPIDEMIOLOGY |
| Year Of Publishing | 2011 |
| URL | https://www.jclinepi.com/article/S0895-4356(10)00284-2/fulltext |
| Keywords |
Cochrane Statistical Expertise Publication bias Heterogeneity Inference Gynaecology |
| Problem(s) |
Inadequate analysis of heterogeneity Poor consideration of publication bias Lack of statistical expertise in handling of quantitative data Incorrect interpretation or statistical inference error from meta-analysis |
| Number of systematic reviews included | 75 |
| Summary of Findings | Of the 44 reviews that reported one or more random effects meta-analyses, none correctly interpreted its pooled result. 91% of reviews did not assess publication bias. 65% of reviews with substantial heterogeneity did not explore the causes of the heterogeneity. |
| Did the article find that the problem(s) led to qualitative changes in interpretation of the results? | Not Applicable |
| Are the methods of the article described in enough detail to replicate the study? | Yes |