PRISMAtyylisiä

PRISMAtyylisiä refers to a set of guidelines and a reporting checklist designed to improve the transparency and completeness of systematic reviews and meta-analyses. The acronym PRISMA stands for Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses. The guidelines provide a standardized framework that researchers can use to report their systematic reviews, ensuring that essential information is included and presented clearly.

The PRISMA statement was first published in 2009 and has since been updated to PRISMA 2020. The core of the PRISMA approach involves a checklist and a flow diagram. The checklist outlines 27 essential items to include in a systematic review, covering aspects such as title, abstract, introduction, methods, results, and discussion. The flow diagram visually represents the study selection process, illustrating the number of records identified, included, and excluded at each stage of the review.

Adhering to PRISMA guidelines helps readers understand the review's rationale, methodology, findings, and limitations. It facilitates the critical appraisal of systematic reviews and aids in the replication of studies. By promoting consistent reporting, PRISMA contributes to the overall quality and reliability of evidence synthesis in various fields, particularly in health sciences and medicine. Researchers are encouraged to consult the latest PRISMA statement and its accompanying explanation for detailed guidance on its application.