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BMC Med Res Methodol November 2022 PMID 36335315

Real-world data: a brief review of the methods, applications, challenges and opportunities.

Fang Liu, Demosthenes Panagiotakos

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Overall, the social discussions reveal strong support and enthusiasm for the article, with examples like mention of its role during the COVID-19 pandemic and advancements in wearable technology showing how real-world data is shaping healthcare. The tone conveys a sense of optimism about future opportunities while acknowledging challenges like data quality and analysis complexity.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the importance and potential of real-world data, emphasizing its value for healthcare research and evidence generation.

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The discussions highlight high interest by referencing future implications, technological advancements, and current applications like pandemic response.

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Participants reference specific methods, such as data quality standards, machine learning techniques, and real-world applications, indicating deep engagement.

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Posts underscore the significant influence of RWD on medical research, decision-making, and clinical trials, suggesting a transformative role in healthcare.

Abstract in brief

  • This article provides an overview of real-world data (RWD) in healthcare, highlighting its sources like social media, wearable devices, and e-health services, and discussing how it can be used for decision-making and research.
  • It emphasizes the potential of RWD to generate evidence for clinical trials and answer important healthcare questions, while also highlighting challenges such as data complexity, the need for advanced analysis techniques, and ethical considerations.
  • The review serves as an introduction for those interested in RWD, pointing out that despite its promise, careful methods are needed to ensure scientific accuracy and responsible use of the data.]
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@dsat0 · X

Real-world data: a brief review of the methods, applications, challenges and opportunities | BMC Medical Research Methodology | https://t.co/n7tJNBuBxG

Nov 12, 2022 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 2,593 followers View post →
KONDO Masahiro
@mkondo1042 · X

RWDについてざっくりまとめてある文献。 https://t.co/D8GTY4fiGX https://t.co/Ewg3hqWZoE

Jul 14, 2023 · 8 likes · 2,123 followers View post →
Shiori Nishimura
@ShioNishimura · X

Liu, F., & Panagiotakos, D. (2022). Real-world data: a brief review of the methods, applications, challenges and opportunities. BMC medical research methodology, 22(1), 287. https://t.co/yhywcl7Uep

Feb 17, 2025 · 8 likes · 250 followers View post →
KONDO Masahiro
@mkondo1042 · X

あとで読む https://t.co/D8GTY4fiGX

Nov 12, 2022 · 4 likes · 2,123 followers View post →
KSR Systematic Reviews
@KSR_SysRev · X

#Realworld data sources in the medical and healthcare research are expanding with the use of new technologies. This brief review gives us an idea of what the near future might look like. Fang Liu, @NotreDame , Panagiotakos Demosthenes, @harokopio_ https://t.co/vs6518JlyZ

Jan 3, 2023 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 356 followers View post →
Yuri Quintana, PhD, FACMI
@yuriquintana · X

Real-world data: a brief review of the methods, applications, challenges and opportunities by Fang Liu & Panagiotakos Demosthene, In BMC Medical Research Methodology https://t.co/tu4DuD3MQ6 #RWE #RealWorldEvidence #RWD #RealWorldData

Nov 5, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 8,405 followers View post →

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Shibata Masashi@GP×EBM
@EbmShibanyan · X

RT @dsat0: Real-world data: a brief review of the methods, applications, challenges and opportunities | BMC Medical Research Methodology |…

Feb 18, 2025 · 2 shares · 1,690 followers View post →
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@dsat0 · X

RT @dsat0: Real-world data: a brief review of the methods, applications, challenges and opportunities | BMC Medical Research Methodology |…

Feb 18, 2025 · 2 shares · 2,593 followers View post →
Shiori Nishimura
@ShioNishimura · X

Liu, F., & Panagiotakos, D. (2022). Real-world data: a brief review of the methods, applications, challenges and opportunities. BMC medical research methodology, 22(1), 287. https://t.co/yhywcl7Uep

Feb 17, 2025 · 8 likes · 250 followers View post →
Genomcore
@genomcore · X

Check out this groundbreaking article in BMC Medical Research Methodology

Aug 1, 2023 · 1 like · 252 followers View post →
KONDO Masahiro
@mkondo1042 · X

RWDについてざっくりまとめてある文献。 https://t.co/D8GTY4fiGX https://t.co/Ewg3hqWZoE

Jul 14, 2023 · 8 likes · 2,123 followers View post →
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@crd_york · X

RT @KSR_SysRev: #Realworld data sources in the medical and healthcare research are expanding with the use of new technologies. This brief r…

Jan 4, 2023 · 2 shares · 3,497 followers View post →
KSR Systematic Reviews
@KSR_SysRev · X

#Realworld data sources in the medical and healthcare research are expanding with the use of new technologies. This brief review gives us an idea of what the near future might look like. Fang Liu, @NotreDame , Panagiotakos Demosthenes, @harokopio_ https://t.co/vs6518JlyZ

Jan 3, 2023 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 356 followers View post →
さとぅ
@dsat0 · X

Real-world data: a brief review of the methods, applications, challenges and opportunities | BMC Medical Research Methodology | https://t.co/n7tJNBuBxG

Nov 12, 2022 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 2,593 followers View post →
KONDO Masahiro
@mkondo1042 · X

あとで読む https://t.co/D8GTY4fiGX

Nov 12, 2022 · 4 likes · 2,123 followers View post →
BMC Series
@BMC_series · X

#BMCMedResMethodol Senior Editorial Board Members Prof Liu, from University of @NotreDame and Prof Panagiotakos @dbpanag from Harokopio University have authored a short review of methods, applications, challenges and opportunities. Please find it here: https://t.co/3gNxdiQDRu

Nov 8, 2022 · 21,326 followers View post →
Jose Miguel Cacho
@josemiguelcacho · X

El mundo real tiene un gran potencial para generar evidencia, realizar ensayos y responder preguntas que de otra manera no se podrían abordar. #Realworlddata: a brief review of the methods, applications, challenges and opportunities https://t.co/8oN9E0YeHW via @BioMedCentral

Nov 8, 2022 · 1 like · 2,545 followers View post →
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Nov 6, 2022 · 94 followers View post →
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@LionelREICHARDT · X

Real-world data: a brief review of the methods, applications, challenges and opportunities | BMC Medical Research Methodology | Full Text https://t.co/BMOppKVqmI https://t.co/VHIQb8XCcw

Nov 6, 2022 · 41,012 followers View post →
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Nov 6, 2022 · 2,134 followers View post →
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@future_of_AI · X

Real-world data: a brief review of the methods, applications, challenges and opportunities https://t.co/1FGuvYH5Xv #ai #machinelearning #artificialintelligence #deeplearning #intoAInews via @Neurons_AI

Nov 6, 2022 · 3,846 followers View post →
George E. Dafoulas MD, MBA in HSM
@GeorgeEDafoulas · X

Fang Liu, Panagiotakos Demosthenes, P. Real-world data: a brief review of the methods, applications, challenges and opportunities. BMC Med Res Methodol 22, 287 (2022). DOI: 10.1186/s12874-022-01768-6 https://t.co/cKD23WXvWC https://t.co/kECGhcxKOS

Nov 6, 2022 · 1 like · 648 followers View post →
Awakened Guardian
@Tian_A1 · X

#Real-world data : a brief review of the methods, applications [ https://t.co/xZ4JgZWn2w ] For example, during the #Covid19 pandemic, RWD are used to generate or aid Pragmatic clinical trials are trials designed to test the effectivene https://t.co/OkwaZeLSAK

Nov 5, 2022 · 2,028 followers View post →
Iris Thiele Isip Tan MD, MSc
@endocrine_witch · X

Real-world data https://t.co/XSz8bw23Dq https://t.co/OPoi3ZxigN

Nov 5, 2022 · 1 like · 13,424 followers View post →
Iris Thiele Isip Tan MD, MSc
@endocrine_witch · X

RT @yuriquintana: Real-world data: a brief review of the methods, applications, challenges and opportunities by Fang Liu & Panagiotakos De…

Nov 5, 2022 · 1 share · 13,424 followers View post →
Yuri Quintana, PhD, FACMI
@yuriquintana · X

Real-world data: a brief review of the methods, applications, challenges and opportunities by Fang Liu & Panagiotakos Demosthene, In BMC Medical Research Methodology https://t.co/tu4DuD3MQ6 #RWE #RealWorldEvidence #RWD #RealWorldData

Nov 5, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 8,405 followers View post →
Suriya Subramanian
@SuriyaSubraman · X

Real-world data: a brief review of the methods, applications, challenges and opportunities: The wearables generate huge amounts of data. Advances in data storage, real-time processing capabilities and efficient battery technology would… https://t.co/Mcxrsgdm5p #bigdata #cdo #cto

Nov 5, 2022 · 5,285 followers View post →
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Nov 5, 2022 · 1 like · 3,071 followers View post →
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@Neurons_AI · X

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Nov 5, 2022 · 557 followers View post →
Suriya Subramanian
@SuriyaSubraman · X

Real-world data: a brief review of the methods, applications, challenges and opportunities: are encouraged to establish data quality standards and reduce unforeseen risks and issues. Efficient and practical ML and statistical procedures: Fast ... https://t.co/Wf4uO8jzDm

Nov 5, 2022 · 5,285 followers View post →