What is a network meta-analysis and how can we use it to inform clinical practice?

2014-12-16

Romina Brignardello-Petersen, Bram Rochwerg, Gordon Guyatt

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The review defines what network meta-analyses are and examines their strengths, challenges, and trustworthiness in clinical practice.

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What is a network meta-analysis and how can we use it to inform clinical practice?

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