Writing the Methods and Results Sections
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Methods and Results — Retrospective Studies Worksheet
Methods
• Use past (‘did’) and/or past perfect (‘had done’) tense.
• Provide enough detail to permit duplication.
• Include the information below if appropriate and in the most logical sequence.
Study subjects
source
selection criteria (inclusion and exclusion)
setting(s) / location(s) where data collected
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