Measuring inconsistency in meta-analyses
Julian P. T. Higgins, Simon G. Thompson, Jonathan J Deeks, Douglas G. Altman
Abstract
Cochrane Reviews have recently started including the quantity I2 to help readers assess the consistency of the results of studies in meta-analyses. What does this new quantity mean, and why is assessment of heterogeneity so important to clinical practice?
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Computer scienceData scienceInformation retrievalWorld Wide WebMeta-analysis and systematic reviewsTrauma, Hemostasis, Coagulopathy, ResuscitationHealth Sciences Research and Education