How to avoid bias in systematic reviews of observational studies

ABSTRACT Although systematic reviews have numerous advantages, they are vulnerable to biases that can mask the true results of the study and therefore should be interpreted with caution. This article aims at critically reviewing the literature about systematic reviews of observational studies, empha...

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Main Authors: Carlos Podalirio Borges de Almeida, Bárbara Niegia Garcia de Goulart
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: CEFAC Saúde e Educação
Series:Revista CEFAC
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Online Access:http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S1516-18462017000400551&lng=en&tlng=en