Abstract
This chapter presents the preparatory phase of an individual participant data (IPD) meta-analysis project and provides guidance for planning and initiation. It outlines the importance of carefully refining the research question to be addressed through development of a project scope, building the collaborative framework for the project, and establishing a team equipped with the necessary skills to ensure that it can be delivered successfully. An alternative, or complement, to obtaining IPD directly from trial investigators is to access IPD through a data repository or data-sharing platform. Developing a project scope is a good way of refining and developing the research question to be addressed, and rapidly prototyping key aspects of project design. A successful IPD meta-analysis research team will, therefore, include members with strong communication and interpersonal skills who are able to build rapport and exercise tact and diplomacy when needed.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Individual Participant Data Meta-Analysis |
| Subtitle of host publication | a Handbook for Healthcare Research |
| Publisher | Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Ltd |
| Chapter | 3 |
| Pages | 21-43 |
| Number of pages | 23 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781119333784 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781119333722 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 22 Apr 2021 |
Bibliographical note
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