Effectiveness guidance document (EGD) for acupuncture research - a consensus document for conducting trials

• Main Authors: Witt Claudia M (Author), Aickin Mikel (Author), Baca Trini (Author), Cherkin Dan (Author), Haan Mary N (Author), Hammerschlag Richard (Author), Hao Jason (Author), Kaplan George A (Author), Lao Lixing (Author), McKay Terri (Author), Pierce Beverly (Author), Riley David (Author), Ritenbaugh Cheryl (Author), Thorpe Kevin (Author), Tunis Sean (Author), Weissberg Jed (Author), Berman Brian M (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2012-09-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>There is a need for more Comparative Effectiveness Research (CER) to strengthen the evidence base for clinical and policy decision-making. Effectiveness Guidance Documents (EGD) are targeted to clinical researchers. The aim of this E...