Incorporation of patient and public involvement in statistical methodology research: a survey assessing current practices and attitudes of researchers.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Patient and public involvement (PPI) ensures that research is designed and conducted in a manner that is most beneficial to the individuals whom it will impact. It has an undisputed place in applied research and is required by many funding bodies. However, PPI in statistical methodology research is more challenging and work is needed to identify where and how patients and the public can meaningfully input in this area.

Methods

A descriptive cross-sectional research study was conducted using an online questionnaire, which asked statistical methodologists about themselves and their experience conducting PPI, either to inform a grant application or during a funded statistical methodology project. The survey included both closed-text responses, which were reported usi

SUBMITTER: Abell L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10612225 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature