ABSTRACT 5
Is the abstract a structured, clear, and accurate summary of the study rationale, aim, methodology, findings and conclusions?Discuss
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Is it within 350±10% words?
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INTRODUCTION 25
Is there a clear, comprehensive, well-structured introduction to the research topic with convincing rationale that sets out the relevance/importance for clinical/professional practice, patient care and/or public health/policy-making?
Is the introduction clinically accurate? 8
Has the scale of the identified problem been discussed and has the merit of studying it been demonstrated? 3
Has relevant, up to date and good quality literature been used to provide sufficient context for the proposed research question/s? 7
Is there clear and logical progression from literature review to aims of study?
Are aims/objectives and research questions well-formulated, relevant and answerable and clearly presented in a separate paragraph or under a separate subheading? 7