O’Connor et al. systematic review regarding animal feeding operations and public health: critical flaws may compromise conclusions

Autor: Keeve E. Nachman, Juleen Lam, Leah H. Schinasi, Tara C. Smith, Beth J. Feingold, Joan A. Casey
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2017
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Zdroj: Systematic Reviews, Vol 6, Iss 1, Pp 1-4 (2017)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2046-4053
DOI: 10.1186/s13643-017-0575-7
Popis: Abstract In this comment, we summarize several scientific concerns with the recently published systematic review from O’Connor and colleagues that examined the relationship between proximity to animal-feeding operations and health of individuals in nearby communities. The authors utilized a bias tool not designed for environmental health research, erroneously excluded important studies, and incorrectly interpreted others. As a result, the conclusions drawn in the review misrepresent the evidence from the published literature, limiting its value to policymakers, researchers, and the public.
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