Current practice in methodology and reporting of the sample size calculation in randomised trials of hip and knee osteoarthritis: a protocol for a systematic review

Abstract Background A key aspect of the design of randomised controlled trials (RCTs) is determining the sample size. It is important that the trial sample size is appropriately calculated. The required sample size will differ by clinical area, for instance, due to the prevalence of the condition an...

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Main Authors: Bethan Copsey, Susan Dutton, Ray Fitzpatrick, Sarah E. Lamb, Jonathan A. Cook
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-10-01
Series:Trials
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13063-017-2209-8