Emulating an RCT in observational research in chest trauma: The target trial approach

CONCLUSION

Failure to emulate a “target trial” framework may lead to serious methodologic issues in observational research. Expansion of the awareness of this approach in trauma literature will improve the quality of our observational research and potentially translate into significant benefits for our patients.

Source: The Journal of Trauma: Injury, Infection, and Critical Care - November 30, 2021 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: CWIS 2021 Source Type: research