A systematic review protocol for assessing equity in clinical practice guidelines for traumatic brain injury and homelessness.

ABSTRACT:

Background

When used optimally, clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) can reduce inappropriate variations in practice, improve application of research to practice, and enhance the quality of healthcare. However, a common criticism, despite its potential, is the lack of consideration for equity and disadvantaged populations.

Objectives

This protocol is for a systematic review of CPGs for traumatic brain injury (TBI) and homelessness that aims to assess (1) the extent to which evidence regarding TBI and homelessness is integrated in CPGs for homelessness and TBI, respectively, and (2) equity considerations in CPGs for TBI and homelessness.

Methods and analysis

The methodology for this review is guided by the PRISMA-P, validated search filters for CPGs, and methodological

SUBMITTER: Chan V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9353519 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature