Does weight management research for adults with severe obesity represent them? Analysis of systematic review data
Discussion
Although we were limited by poor trial reporting, our results indicate inadequate representation of people most at risk of obesity. Guidance for considering underserved groups may improve the appropriateness of research and inform greater engagement with health and social care services.
Funding
National Institute for Health Research Health Technology Assessment Programme (project number: 15/09/04).
PROSPERO registration number
CRD42016040190.
Source: BMJ Open - Category: General Medicine Authors: Robertson, C., Aceves-Martins, M., Cruickshank, M., Imamura, M., Avenell, A. Tags: Open access, Health services research Source Type: research