Prediction intervals reporting in orthodontic meta-analyses

ConclusionsWithin the study timeframe, reporting of prediction intervals is not routinely undertaken in orthodontic meta-analyses possibly due to a lack of awareness. In future orthodontic random effects models containing a minimum of three trials, reporting of prediction intervals is advocated as this gives an indication of the range of the expected effect of treatment interventions.

Source: The European Journal of Orthodontics - July 31, 2021 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research