International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences
Vol. 9, Issue 1, Part F (2025)
Advancing the quality of health research reporting through the strategic application of reporting guidelines
Puja Kothari Acharya and Vijaya Goswami
Inadequate reporting in research constitutes a significant concern for several critical reasons. When researchers fail to provide exhaustive details regarding the methodology and outcomes of their studies, they deprive the scientific community of the essential information required to evaluate the study’s validity and interpret its results accurately. These past widespread insufficiencies in research publications have been extensively documented, which has led to the development of standardised reporting guidelines in recent years. As Brenda Laurel (PhD) aptly states, “Design is not finished until somebody is using it”. In the context of research reporting, this emphasizes that a well-executed piece of reporting can only be deemed effective if it proves valuable and actionable for future researchers and scientists. These guidelines specify the fundamental components that must be included in a research manuscript and outline the appropriate methodologies for their presentation. This article explores the significance of reporting guidelines as a strategic tool for enhancing the quality and transparency of health research publications and by examining the evolution, purpose and application of established reporting guidelines and their precise use leads to more robust, benefited and ethically sound research.
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