1. Meta-Analysis with R
- Author
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Guido Schwarzer, James R. Carpenter, Gerta Rücker, Guido Schwarzer, James R. Carpenter, and Gerta Rücker
- Subjects
- R (Computer program language), Meta-analysis, Medical statistics
- Abstract
This book provides a comprehensive introduction to performing meta-analysis using the statistical software R. It is intended for quantitative researchers and students in the medical and social sciences who wish to learn how to perform meta-analysis with R. As such, the book introduces the key concepts and models used in meta-analysis. It also includes chapters on the following advanced topics: publication bias and small study effects; missing data; multivariate meta-analysis, network meta-analysis; and meta-analysis of diagnostic studies.
- Published
- 2015