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Guide to PRISMA, CONSORT & Research Reporting

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March 24, 2025
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Clear, transparent, and reproducible research isn’t just an ideal — it’s a necessity. Yet, without structured guidelines, crucial details can be overlooked, affecting credibility and fruitful peer review outcomes. That’s where reporting guidelines come in. Developed to standardize and strengthen research manuscripts, these guidelines ensure that studies are complete, transparent, and ready for publication.

Supports Replication of Studies

Streamlines Manuscript Review

Boosts Credibility of the Study

Improves Publication Acceptance

The EQUATOR Network (Enhancing the QUAlity and Transparency Of health Research) plays a pivotal role in promoting these standards, offering essential resources for researchers. Among the most widely recognized guidelines are PRISMA, CONSORT, ACCORD, and STROBE, each tailored to specific study designs. Let’s explore them in detail.

Key Reporting Guidelines for Efficient Research Reporting

PRISMA: Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses

Purpose: PRISMA is designed to improve the reporting of systematic reviews and other types of evidence synthesis, additionally PRISMA-ScR has been designed for scoping reviews.

The PRISMA 2020 statement includes:

  • A 27-item checklist to ensure comprehensive reporting
  • An expanded checklist for additional guidance
  • A flow diagram to map the study selection process
  • An “Explanation and Elaboration” document to clarify each checklist item

CONSORT: Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials

Purpose: CONSORT provides a structured framework for clear and complete reporting of randomized controlled trials (RCTs).

The CONSORT 2010 Statement includes:

  • A 25-item checklist covering key aspects of trial reporting
  • Six structured sections: Title and Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Other Information
  • Extensions like CONSORT Outcomes 2022, which add sub-items to improve reporting on outcomes and statistical methods

ACCORD: Accurate Consensus Reporting Document

Purpose: ACCORD provides a structured framework for clear and complete reporting of consensus methods used in biomedical research and clinical practice.

The ACCORD Statement includes

  • A comprehensive checklist with 36 reporting items applicable to various consensus methods, including simple meetings and systematic techniques like Delphi.
  • Applicable to a wide range of health-related activities, such as clinical practice guidelines, diagnostic guidelines, and policy formulation.

STROBE: Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology

Purpose: STROBE provides a structured framework for clear and complete reporting of observational studies in epidemiology, enhancing transparency and reproducibility.

The STROBE guideline includes:

  • A 22-item checklist covering key aspects of observational study reporting, including study design, methods, results, and discussion.
  • Extensions and adaptations for specific study types, such as cohort, case-control, and cross-sectional studies.

These guidelines enhance the reliability of research by ensuring rigorous documentation and strengthening evidence-based decision-making. Differentiating among them is crucial, as each serves distinct research purposes. Moreover, certain studies require specific guidelines mandated by journals, and following the appropriate standards ensures methodological accuracy, enhances transparency, and improves the validity of findings within the study’s specific context.

Comparison of the Reporting Guidelines

The following table provides a comprehensive comparison of PRISMA, CONSORT, ACCORD, and STROBE, highlighting their focus, key features, checklist items, study types, and primary goals:

Guideline Focus Key Features Checklist Items Study Type Primary Goal
PRISMA Systematic Reviews & Meta-Analyses    Flow diagram 27 Systematic Reviews, Meta-Analyses Improve the transparency, completeness, and quality of reporting systematic reviews
CONSORT Parallel group randomized controlled trials Flow diagram, emphasizes trial design and outcomes, extension for specific trial types 25-37 (varies by extension) Randomized Controlled Trials Clear Reporting of Trial Design
ACCORD Specialized Consensus Documents Ensures comprehensive reporting in specific contexts 35 Consensus Documents, Specialized Studies Clarity in Consensus Reporting
STROBE                 Observational studies in epidemiology Covers various observational study types 22 Cohort, Case-Control, Cross-Sectional Studies Enhance Reporting Quality

 

While their specific focus areas differ, they share a common goal of strengthening research integrity and reliability. The below infographic offers few tips for implementing these guidelines.

PRISMA, CONSORT, ACCORD, and STROBE guidelines are not just tools for compliance; they are instruments for excellence in research reporting. By integrating these guidelines early in the research process, researchers can streamline submissions, enhance the credibility of their work, and contribute to a more rigorous and transparent scientific literature. As the scientific community continues to evolve, embracing these standards will be crucial for fostering a culture of integrity, transparency, and reproducibility.

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