Negative results: why do they need to be published?

Int J Stroke. 2012 Jan;7(1):32-3. doi: 10.1111/j.1747-4949.2011.00723.x.

Abstract

This short narrative review article defines 'negative results' and cites several ethical and scientific reasons why such studies should be made publicly available.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Biomedical Research*
  • Clinical Trials as Topic*
  • Humans
  • Publishing*
  • Treatment Outcome*