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There are several weaknesses to this approach. Sources of bias cannot be controlled by a meta-analysis. In addition, a bias towards a predetermined outcome can influence the choice of studies to combine in the meta-analysis. | There are several weaknesses to this approach. Sources of bias cannot be controlled by a meta-analysis. In addition, a bias towards a predetermined outcome can influence the choice of studies to combine in the meta-analysis. | ||
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Revision as of 02:42, July 24, 2007
A meta-analysis is a statistical technique that combines the result of several studies in order to test a research hypothesis.
There are several weaknesses to this approach. Sources of bias cannot be controlled by a meta-analysis. In addition, a bias towards a predetermined outcome can influence the choice of studies to combine in the meta-analysis.