What Are the Key Elements of Reporting Guidelines?
Different guidelines have specific requirements, but they generally cover the following key elements:
Title and Abstract: Clear and informative title and abstract that accurately reflect the study. Introduction: Background, rationale, and objectives of the study. Methods: Detailed description of the study design, population, data collection, and statistical methods. Results: Comprehensive presentation of the findings, including tables and figures. Discussion: Interpretation of the results, limitations, and implications for future research. Funding and Conflicts of Interest: Disclosure of funding sources and any potential conflicts of interest.
