Reflections on critical appraisal of research for qualitative evidence synthesis

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Making decisions about the inclusion of studies in qualitative syntheses on the basis of study quality is a difficult and challenging process. The author of a qualitative systematic review discusses the varying approaches to applying critical appraisal in qualitative research, and explains why more guidance is needed for reviewers.

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