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05/08/2018 6:22 pm
A strong abstract conclusion is being discussed without the study methods. What should the reading note cover?
Discussion record: RESEARCH-01977.
05/08/2018 7:58 pm
Identify population, design, comparator, outcome definitions and follow-up. Assess whether the conclusion extends beyond the measurements and note what cannot be learned from the abstract alone.
05/08/2018 8:11 pm
Clarification for “Reading an abstract without skipping the methods”: the point beginning “Identify population, design, comparator, outcome…” belongs to the question as written. It should not be read as a report that a new check, purchase or experiment has been completed. Review focus: scope. Keep the stated question separate from any broader claim.
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