Mil Med Res February 2020 PMID 32111253

Methodological quality (risk of bias) assessment tools for primary and secondary medical studies: what are they and which is better?

Lin-Lu Ma, Yun-Yun Wang, Zhi-Hua Yang, Di Huang, Hong Weng, Xian-Tao Zeng

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30
Peak: 6 in Jul 2022
across 3 sources since Dec 2020

Extended reach

64,439
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Total likes

83

Video views

515

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Dec 2020 – Nov 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter19 posts
  • YouTube7 videos
  • News4 articles

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a shared appreciation for the value of bias assessment tools, exemplified by mentions of adapting tools like the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale and referencing articles explaining different methods. The tone is professional and neutral, emphasizing practical application and familiarity, which aligns with moderate levels of agreement, interest, and engagement.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the importance of methodological tools for bias assessment, indicating general support.

InterestModerate interest

The posts show some curiosity about different assessment tools and their applications, but overall moderate engagement is evident.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific tools such as the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale and discuss their adaptations, showing a functional but limited depth of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations suggest that the community recognizes the significance of choosing appropriate bias assessment methods, though the discussions remain somewhat introductory.

Abstract in brief

  • This article explains the importance of accurately assessing the risk of bias in various medical research studies, emphasizing that selecting the right assessment tool depends on correctly identifying the study type.
  • It details different tools used to evaluate the quality of a wide range of study designs, including randomized controlled trials, observational studies, diagnostic research, economic evaluations, and more, helping readers choose appropriate methods.
  • The key to effective bias assessment lies in understanding study classifications and applying comprehensive knowledge and practical skills to ensure accurate evaluation of research quality.

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Epidemiologist, MPH
@Epi_leader · X

لديك بحث من نوع systematic review، ووصلت لمرحلة تقييم جودة الدراسات المشمولة وخطر تعرضها ل bias .. وتريد معرفة أي أداة تستخدم .. هذا المقال يرشدك .. https://t.co/GuIBmPatB5

Jul 5, 2022 · 44 likes · 6 shares · 5,969 followers View post →
針谷 遼|脳卒中専門リハ@東京
@Ryo_Harigai · X

めちゃ有益な記事なのでシェア

Jan 18, 2022 · 26 likes · 4 shares · 5,367 followers View post →
Takafumi Kubota, MD
@TakafumiKubota · X

観察研究で使える様々なRisk of biasのツールが載っていて役に立ちます。 https://t.co/3lcUqHS0or

Dec 27, 2020 · 7 likes · 3,067 followers View post →
Celia Castaño Amores
@celiacamores · X

Methodological quality (risk of bias) assessment tools for primary and secondary medical studies: what are they and which is better? https://t.co/egmugYJ5Zf #RoB #qualityassessment

Jun 9, 2024 · 2 likes · 611 followers View post →
CEBIS
@UHCW_CEBIS · X

https://t.co/bqnmeli92N Risk of bias assessment tools

Nov 24, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 450 followers View post →
Nicola Buckland
@Nicola_Buckland · X

@DrAimeePink @RuthHorry Thanks @DrAimeePink yes we adapted in this review: https://t.co/msFiutFOHw. We've started using the The Newcastle-Ottawa Scale for cross-sectional studies (amending to suit needs of review). Also recommend this article which covers diff tools: https://t.co/NmlzbI0MIx

Oct 12, 2022 · 1 like · 450 followers View post →

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Ken Milne MD
@TheSGEM · X

@Charlene_Mattie We have many standardized methods to quantify biases in studies that expend beyond fCOIs. Here’s one ref to help https://t.co/OPZM31rh3z

Nov 2, 2025 · 28,374 followers View post →
Celia Castaño Amores
@celiacamores · X

Methodological quality (risk of bias) assessment tools for primary and secondary medical studies: what are they and which is better? https://t.co/egmugYJ5Zf #RoB #qualityassessment

Jun 9, 2024 · 2 likes · 611 followers View post →
Academic Chatter
@workingbnb · X

RT @andyYchang: Curious about what #evidence grading tool to use for #systematicreview? A great place to start: https://t.co/lyOavZgvjX @ep…

Oct 15, 2022 · 1 share · 3,093 followers View post →
Andy Y Chang MD, MS
@andyYchang · X

Curious about what #evidence grading tool to use for #systematicreview? A great place to start: https://t.co/lyOavZgvjX @epi_twit #phdchat

Oct 15, 2022 · 1 share · 1,803 followers View post →
Nicola Buckland
@Nicola_Buckland · X

@DrAimeePink @RuthHorry Thanks @DrAimeePink yes we adapted in this review: https://t.co/msFiutFOHw. We've started using the The Newcastle-Ottawa Scale for cross-sectional studies (amending to suit needs of review). Also recommend this article which covers diff tools: https://t.co/NmlzbI0MIx

Oct 12, 2022 · 1 like · 450 followers View post →
Tasneem Baabbad
@semooni2 · X

RT @Epi_leader: لديك بحث من نوع systematic review، ووصلت لمرحلة تقييم جودة الدراسات المشمولة وخطر تعرضها ل bias .. وتريد معرفة أي أداة تستخ…

Jul 5, 2022 · 6 shares · 68 followers View post →
Zahra: bookaholic
@ZahraZe63 · X

RT @Epi_leader: لديك بحث من نوع systematic review، ووصلت لمرحلة تقييم جودة الدراسات المشمولة وخطر تعرضها ل bias .. وتريد معرفة أي أداة تستخ…

Jul 5, 2022 · 6 shares · 300 followers View post →
Emad Amkhatirah 阿姆
@Emad_boshakem · X

RT @Epi_leader: لديك بحث من نوع systematic review، ووصلت لمرحلة تقييم جودة الدراسات المشمولة وخطر تعرضها ل bias .. وتريد معرفة أي أداة تستخ…

Jul 5, 2022 · 6 shares · 146 followers View post →
Taher Bin Sumait
@Taher_Sumait · X

RT @Epi_leader: لديك بحث من نوع systematic review، ووصلت لمرحلة تقييم جودة الدراسات المشمولة وخطر تعرضها ل bias .. وتريد معرفة أي أداة تستخ…

Jul 5, 2022 · 6 shares · 586 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @Epi_leader: لديك بحث من نوع systematic review، ووصلت لمرحلة تقييم جودة الدراسات المشمولة وخطر تعرضها ل bias .. وتريد معرفة أي أداة تستخ…

Jul 5, 2022 · 6 shares · 6,717 followers View post →
Epidemiologist, MPH
@Epi_leader · X

لديك بحث من نوع systematic review، ووصلت لمرحلة تقييم جودة الدراسات المشمولة وخطر تعرضها ل bias .. وتريد معرفة أي أداة تستخدم .. هذا المقال يرشدك .. https://t.co/GuIBmPatB5

Jul 5, 2022 · 44 likes · 6 shares · 5,969 followers View post →
針谷 遼|脳卒中専門リハ@東京
@Ryo_Harigai · X

RT @Ryo_Harigai: めちゃ有益な記事なのでシェア

Jun 27, 2022 · 4 shares · 5,367 followers View post →
あきゃまん
@41bR46IfgGnBeuU · X

RT @Ryo_Harigai: めちゃ有益な記事なのでシェア

Jan 18, 2022 · 4 shares View post →
ハンバーグ太郎
@karaagelove06 · X

RT @Ryo_Harigai: めちゃ有益な記事なのでシェア

Jan 18, 2022 · 4 shares · 147 followers View post →
NaO
@spikeoutOXY · X

RT @Ryo_Harigai: めちゃ有益な記事なのでシェア

Jan 18, 2022 · 4 shares · 154 followers View post →
針谷 遼|脳卒中専門リハ@東京
@Ryo_Harigai · X

めちゃ有益な記事なのでシェア

Jan 18, 2022 · 26 likes · 4 shares · 5,367 followers View post →
imrana g
@imrana_g · X

RT @UHCW_CEBIS: https://t.co/bqnmeli92N Risk of bias assessment tools

Nov 24, 2021 · 1 share · 1,138 followers View post →
CEBIS
@UHCW_CEBIS · X

https://t.co/bqnmeli92N Risk of bias assessment tools

Nov 24, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 450 followers View post →
Takafumi Kubota, MD
@TakafumiKubota · X

観察研究で使える様々なRisk of biasのツールが載っていて役に立ちます。 https://t.co/3lcUqHS0or

Dec 27, 2020 · 7 likes · 3,067 followers View post →