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19.1  Introduction

19.1.1 What is a prospective meta-analysis?

19.1.2 What is the difference between a prospective meta-analysis and a large multicentre trial?

19.1.3 What healthcare areas have used the prospective meta-analysis approach?

19.1.4 What resources do I need?