Methodology for Research I

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Journal Indian J Anaesth

Specialty Anesthesiology

Date 2016 Oct 13

PMID 27729690

Citations 14

Authors

Rakesh Garg

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Abstract

The conduct of research requires a systematic approach involving diligent planning and its execution as planned. It comprises various essential predefined components such as aims, population, conduct/technique, outcome and statistical considerations. These need to be objective, reliable and in a repeatable format. Hence, the understanding of the basic aspects of methodology is essential for any researcher. This is a narrative review and focuses on various aspects of the methodology for conduct of a clinical research. The relevant keywords were used for literature search from various databases and from bibliographies of the articles.

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