Comparison of a full systematic review versus rapid review approaches to assess a newborn screening test for tyrosinemia type 1.

Sian Taylor-PhillipsJulia GeppertChris Stinton Karoline Freeman Samantha Ann Johnson Hannah Fraser Paul Sutcliffe Aileen Clarke

Published in: Research synthesis methods (2017)

Enhanced rapid reviews with 20% checking by a second reviewer may be an appropriate tool for policymakers to expeditiously assess evidence. Basic rapid reviews (single reviewer) have higher risks of important inaccuracies and omissions.

Keyphrases

systematic review
meta analyses
loop mediated isothermal amplification
risk assessment
human health
sensitive detection
quantum dots