Guidelines for Statistical Reporting in Medical Journals

Fang Shu Ou; Jennifer G. Le-Rademacher; Karla V. Ballman; Alex A. Adjei; Sumithra J. Mandrekar

doi:10.1016/j.jtho.2020.08.019

Guidelines for Statistical Reporting in Medical Journals

Fang Shu Ou, Jennifer G. Le-Rademacher, Karla V. Ballman, Alex A. Adjei, Sumithra J. Mandrekar

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Abstract

Statistical methods are essential in medical research. They are used for data analysis and drawing appropriate conclusions. Clarity and accuracy of statistical reporting in medical journals can enhance readers’ understanding of the research conducted and the results obtained. In this manuscript, we provide guidelines for statistical reporting in medical journals for authors to consider, with a focus on the Journal of Thoracic Oncology.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	1722-1726
Number of pages	5
Journal	Journal of Thoracic Oncology
Volume	15
Issue number	11
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jtho.2020.08.019
State	Published - Nov 2020

Keywords

Medical journals
Presenting
Reporting
Statistical results
p value

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Oncology
Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

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