Retrieval barriers in individual participant data reviews with network meta-analysis

Conclusions We found no clear evidence of retrieval bias (where IPD availability was linked to trial findings) in either IPD-NMA, but because retrieval bias could impact NMA findings, subsequent decision-making and guideline development, this should be considered when assessing risk of bias in IPD syntheses.

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Source: Evidence-Based Medicine - March 23, 2023 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Veroniki, A. A., Stewart, L. A., Le, S. P. C., Clarke, M., Tricco, A. C., Straus, S. E. Tags: Original research Source Type: research