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Subgroup Analyses in Surgery

Abstract

Many randomized controlled trials (RCTs) perform additional analyses on specific subgroups within the defined study population. Subgroup analyses facilitate decision-making, as many surgeons strive to tailor treatment choices based on individual patient factors. This chapter seeks to familiarize surgeons with the critical appraisal of subgroup analyses in the literature. Specifically, we will examine (A) Are the results valid?, (B) What were the results?, and (C) Will the results help me in caring for my patients in my practice? This chapter illustrates the criteria for rigorous subgroup analyses in methodologically sound RCTs with an example clinical scenario and accompanying RCT.

Authors

Wong CR; Serrano PE; Hatchell AC; Voineskos SH

Book title

Evidence-Based Surgery

Pagination

pp. 357-370

Publisher

Springer Nature

Publication Date

January 1, 2025

DOI

10.1007/978-3-031-87083-5_30
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