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Improving reporting of observational studies of interventions: The TARGET guideline.
Harrison J Hansford, James H McAuley, Aidan G Cashin
Published: 202510.1371/journal.pmed.1004787
Abstract
Open AccessEmulating a target trial when conducting an observational study of interventions can reduce the likelihood of design-related biases. The TARGET guideline aims to improve the reporting transparency of observational studies emulating a target trial and help readers appraise and apply the results.