Methods and reporting of systematic reviews of comparative accuracy were deficient: a methodological survey and proposed guidance.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The objective of this study was to examine methodological and reporting characteristics of systematic reviews and meta-analyses which compare diagnostic test accuracy (DTA) of multiple index tests, identify good practice, and develop guidance for better reporting.

Study design and setting

Methodological survey of 127 comparative or multiple tests reviews published in 74 different general medical and specialist journals. We summarized methods and reporting characteristics that are likely to differ between reviews of a single test and comparative reviews. We then developed guidance to enhance reporting of test comparisons in DTA reviews.

Results

Of 127 reviews, 16 (13%) reviews restricted study selection and test comparisons to comparative accuracy studies whi

SUBMITTER: Takwoingi Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7203546 | biostudies-literature | 2020 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature