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effectivehealthcare-admin.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/atrial-fibrillation-ablation_disposition-comments.pdf
October 01, 2010 - We refer the investigators to the following citation:
A survey of current problems in meta-analysis. … This is
not reflected in the current analysis.
4-mm studies did not meet our inclusion criteria. … Although we are aware of those
data, we did not include them in our analysis on rhythm control because … Since
this analysis was conducted, an additional study has been released
that would be relevant to … Jais 2008 has been added to the analysis.
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effectivehealthcare-admin.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/peripheral-artery-disease-treatment_disposition-comments.pdf
May 29, 2013 - The authors should include
their analysis of the ability to conduct randomized
surgical trials. … Methods Meet generally accepted practice of scientific analysis. Thank you. … J
Vasc Surg 2009; 49:1217-1225) The study was
performed using Markov analysis and concluded that … However the only RCT, the BASIL trial, is
not fully represented by the authors of this analysis. … ,
but this subgroup analysis does not provide the level of
evidence to make a key point and should
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effectivehealthcare-admin.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/colorectal-cancer-liver-metastases-therapies_disposition-comments.pdf
December 11, 2012 - Peer Reviewer #2 General
Comment
A future cost benefit analysis would also be helpful. … needed for future cost benefit
analysis. … The detailed analysis of the papers is handicapped by
excessive simplification. … The expert panel had no role in article selection or
in the analysis. … Peer Reviewer #2
Discussion/
Conclusion
Additionally a cost benefit analysis should be conducted
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effectivehealthcare-admin.ahrq.gov/products/medicare-eligible-disabled/research
December 01, 2019 - Conclusion
Our analysis underscores the need for policy and research to focus beyond disabled Medicare … Our analysis does not distinguish beneficiaries who are institutionalized from those who are community … This analysis serves as a reminder that broad groupings of disabled persons obscure important distinctions … Healthcare Quality and Disparities Report (NHQDR)
Research Report
Nov 09, 2022
Analysis
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effectivehealthcare-admin.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/menopause-protocol-130612.pdf
June 12, 2013 - Revisiting the duration of vasomotor symptoms of
menopause: a meta-analysis. … Network
meta-analysis also
formally allows
quantitative indirect
comparisons. … Subset: Systematic Review OR Publication Type: Meta-analysis OR (“meta-analysis” OR
metaanalysis OR … Intention to treat analysis is performed. … Intention to
treat analysis is lacking.
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effectivehealthcare-admin.ahrq.gov/products/labor-dystocia/research-protocol
August 01, 2020 - analysis, or simulation model). … For a meta-analysis, feasibility depends on the volume of relevant literature, conceptual homogeneity … For a decision analysis or simulation model, feasibility will be based on a judgment about the degree … Technical experts do not do analysis of any kind nor do they contribute to the writing of the report. … "[Publication Type] OR "meta-analysis as topic"[MeSH Terms] OR "meta-analysis"[tiab] OR "meta-analyses
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effectivehealthcare-admin.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/disruptive-behavior-disorder_research-protocol.pdf
January 30, 2014 - We will examine the appropriateness of each study for inclusion in a
meta-analysis. … The specific meta-analysis or meta-
regression will depend on the data available. … for variables where it makes sense to do so, or
subgroup analysis (with random effects meta-analysis … I: A meta-
analysis of stimulant effects on overt/covert aggression-related behaviors in ADHD. … the analysis, reporting, and claim of
subgroup effects in randomized trials.
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effectivehealthcare-admin.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/migraine-emergency_disposition-comments.pdf
November 27, 2012 - The
statistical methods are standard for this type of analysis. … We used the data from the placebo controlled
trials in our network meta-analysis. … We conducted a mixed treatment analysis for
akathisia (KQ4). … One can also use the
mixed treatment analysis presented in Figure
31. … One can also use the
mixed treatment analysis presented in Figure
31.
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effectivehealthcare-admin.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/antibiotics-respiratory-infection_research-protocol.pdf
September 22, 2014 - In consultation
with our statistician, we will consider a network analysis to make comparisons across … When meta-analysis cannot be performed, the data will be summarized qualitatively,
grouping studies … In: Shojania KG MK,
Wachter RM, Owens DK, ed Closing the Quality Gap: A Critical Analysis of Quality … Quantifying heterogeneity in a meta-analysis. Stat Med.
2002;21(11):1539--58.
20. … Methods for Meta-Analysis in Medical
Research: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.; 2000.
21.
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effectivehealthcare-admin.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/peripheral-artery-disease-treatment_research-protocol.pdf
January 31, 2013 - Meta-analysis from the Antithrombotic Trialists’ Collaboration has demonstrated the benefit of
at least … showing no difference in amputation-free survival or mortality at 2 years, the as-treated
analysis … "[Publication Type] OR
"meta-analysis as topic"[MeSH Terms] OR "meta-analysis"[tw] OR "meta-analyses … "[Publication Type] OR
"meta-analysis as topic"[MeSH Terms] OR "meta-analysis"[tw] OR "meta-analyses … "[Publication Type] OR
"meta-analysis as topic"[MeSH Terms] OR "meta-analysis"[tw] OR "meta-analyses
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effectivehealthcare-admin.ahrq.gov/products/rheumatoid-arthritis-medicine-1/research
January 01, 2020 - A secondary analysis which identified RA patients based on diagnosis codes alone, showed similar patterns … Statistical Analysis
We estimated the proportion of RA patients who were using study medications on … with RA patients prescribed DMARDs who likely had more severe disease, we performed a secondary analysis … Sensitivity Analysis
The application of less specific selection criteria increased our number of total … Compared with our primary analysis, there were no material differences in the distribution of demographic
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effectivehealthcare-admin.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/gout_executive.pdf
March 01, 2016 - the following strategy for data
synthesis/analysis:
1. … in prior SRs
Included in analysis
(N=15)
KQ4 (N=26)
Included in
analysis
(N=26)
KQ 5 (N=3 … Moxibustion for rheumatic
conditions: A systematic review and meta-analysis. … Increased risk of skin reactions
with gout medications: An analysis of va databases. … Serum urate
levels and gout flares: analysis from managed care data.
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effectivehealthcare-admin.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/tympanostomy-tubes-disposition.pdf
May 05, 2017 - Text of ES edited to clarify that RCTs only
included in meta-analysis. … A forest plot is shown as we have done meta-
analysis of the NRCS. … We preferred not to
combine RCTs and NRCS in the meta-analysis. … Text edited to reflect that this was an intention to
treat analysis. … "Two studies were
excluded from our meta-analysis.
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effectivehealthcare-admin.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/tympanostomy-tubes-disposition.pdf
May 05, 2017 - Text of ES edited to clarify that RCTs only
included in meta-analysis. … A forest plot is shown as we have done meta-
analysis of the NRCS. … We preferred not to
combine RCTs and NRCS in the meta-analysis. … Text edited to reflect that this was an intention to
treat analysis. … "Two studies were
excluded from our meta-analysis.
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effectivehealthcare-admin.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/liver-cancer-therapy_executive.pdf
May 01, 2013 - that adjusts for potential
confounders and intention-to-treat analysis. … In addition, for RCTs,
intention-to-treat analysis is used. … Intention-to-treat
analysis is done for RCTs. … For RCTs, intention-to-treat analysis is
lacking. … TACE combined with PEI versus
TACE alone in the treatment of HCC: a meta-analysis.
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effectivehealthcare-admin.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/acs-pci-adjunctive-devices_research-protocol.pdf
July 01, 2010 - They have
serious errors in design, analysis, or reporting; large amounts
of missing information; or … For example, when a meta-analysis is performed, we will
evaluate the confidence interval around the … Meta-Analysis in clinical trials. Controlled Clin Trials.
1986 ;7 :177-188.
10. … Bias in Meta-Analysis Detected by a
Simple, Graphical Test. BMJ 1997;315:629-34.
11. … The TEP does not do analysis of any kind nor
contribute to the writing of the report.
X.
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March 01, 2009 - in the study and takes responsibility for the
integrity of the data and the accuracy of the data analysis … In the FDA’s analysis, heart-related events (heart failure and sudden death) and infections (mostly … Based on suggested pharmacologic effects of conventional APMs
5-8,12
and the
FDA analysis,
1
we … An instrumental variable analysis was also used to provide estimates that would remain
unbiased even … Analysis using instrumental
variables. JAMA 1994 Sep 21;272(11):859-
866.
20.
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effectivehealthcare-admin.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/fibromyalgia_research-protocol.pdf
April 03, 2014 - Data fields to be extracted will be determined based upon the proposed summary
analysis. … The risk of bias of the individual RCTs that comprise each
pooled analysis will be assessed per the … Because of the high probability of placebo
effects in fibromyalgia treatments, if subgroup analysis … We will conduct a
brief qualitative sensitivity analysis of the excluded observational literature for … Systematic review and network meta-analysis of
interventions for fibromyalgia: a protocol.
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June 01, 2021 - We will determine whether meta-analysis is appropriate (i.e., more than 2 trials address the same PICOTS … If meta-analysis is deemed appropriate, we plan to use the DerSimonian and Laird random effect method … to combine direct comparisons between treatments if the number of studies included in the analysis is … Consistency of network meta-analysis will be evaluated using side-splitting models. … Meta-analysis in clinical trials. Controlled clinical trials. 1986 Sep;7(3):177-88.
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September 19, 2012 - Products
Systematic Review Archived September 19, 2012
Serum Free Light Chain Analysis … breast cancer
Systematic Review Archived August 23, 2012
Serum Free Light Chain Analysis … Prostate Cancer Risk Assessment
Methods Guide – Chapter June 1, 2012
Chapter 8: Meta-Analysis