International development and implementation of a core measurement set for research and audit studies in implant-based breast reconstruction: a study protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Outcome reporting in research studies of breast reconstruction is inconsistent and lacks standardisation. The results of individual studies therefore cannot be meaningfully compared or combined limiting their value. A core outcome set (COS) has been developed to address these issues and identified 11 key outcomes to be measured and reported in all future research and audit studies in reconstructive breast surgery (RBS). A COS represents what key outcomes should be measured. The next step is to determine how and when this should be done. The aim of this study is to develop a core measurement set (CMS) for use in research and audit studies in implant-based breast reconstruction.

Methods and analysis

The CMS will be developed in accordance with the guidance develop

SUBMITTER: Potter S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7045234 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature