QUADAS-2: a revised tool for the quality assessment of diagnostic accuracy studies.

In 2003, the QUADAS tool for systematic reviews of diagnostic accuracy studies was developed. Experience, anecdotal reports, and feedback suggested areas for improvement; therefore, QUADAS-2 was developed. This tool comprises 4 domains: patient selection, index test, reference standard, and flow and...

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Main Authors: Whiting, P, Rutjes, A, Westwood, M, Mallett, S, Deeks, J, Reitsma, J, Leeflang, M, Sterne, J, Bossuyt, P
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2011