Literature Review Article Appraisal Form
General Information
Reviewer Name
Date
Article Title
Authors
Journal Name
Year of Publication
Volume/Issue
Pages
Review Type
Type of Literature Review
Systematic Review
Narrative Review
Meta-analysis
Other
Appraisal Criteria
1. Was the review question clearly defined?
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2. Was the search strategy adequate and clearly described?
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3. Were inclusion and exclusion criteria appropriate?
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4. Was the quality of included studies assessed and reported?
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No
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5. Were results synthesized appropriately?
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Summary of Findings
Main findings
Strengths
Limitations
Overall Appraisal
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