Meta-analysis, Simpson's paradox, and the number needed to treat
<p style="text-align:justify;"> <b>Background:</b> There is debate concerning methods for calculating numbers needed to treat (NNT) from results of systematic reviews.<br/><br/> <b>Methods:</b> We investigate the susceptibility to bias for alterna...
Main Authors: | Altman, D, Deeks, J |
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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BioMed Central
2002
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