What are the Key Differences Between Scoping Reviews and Systematic Reviews?
While both scoping and systematic reviews aim to synthesize existing research, they differ in several ways:
- Objective: Systematic reviews focus on answering specific research questions, while scoping reviews aim to map the literature and identify gaps. - Methodology: Systematic reviews involve a detailed and rigorous methodology, whereas scoping reviews are more flexible. - Outcome: The outcome of a systematic review is often a meta-analysis or a clear conclusion on a specific question. In contrast, scoping reviews provide a broader overview of a research area.
