Basics of meta-analysis

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Authors
Lewis S, McKenzie J
Abstract
Objectives:To provide review authors with the knowledge to do a basic meta-analysis.

Description: This workshop will cover the basic methods of meta-analysis available to reviewers using RevMan software. The differences between methods will be discussed, and advice given on which should be used when, and why, and what the results mean. The focus will be on meta-analysis of binary data.

Target audience: People who want to do a Cochrane review, but who have little of no knowledge of statistics.

Style: Training workshop