Sec.2-Ch.1-Subsec.2：A Concise Guide to the 7 Key Steps of Meta-Analysis
From Study Design to Data Interpretation: Mastering Meta-Analysis in Medical Research
Meta-analysis is a method that systematically summarizes and quantitatively synthesizes results from multiple independent studies. Its goal is to evaluate the overall effect of a specific research question using statistical techniques. As an important clinical research tool, meta-analysis helps integrate existing evidence, improve statistical power, and derive more reliable conclusions.
This article provides an in-depth explanation of the seven major steps of meta-analysis and their key indicators, helping readers understand and master the core principles of this methodology.
