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Protocol for development of a checklist and guideline for transparent reporting of cluster analyses (TRoCA)

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Title: Protocol for development of a checklist and guideline for transparent reporting of cluster analyses (TRoCA)
Authors: Lisik, Daniil, Shah, Syed Ahmar, Basna, Rani, Dinh, Tai, Browne, Ryan P., Andrews, Jeffrey L., Wallace, Meredith, Ezugwu, Absalom, Marusic, Ana, Tran, Dat, Torres-Sospedra, Joaquín, Dam, Hieu Chi, Fournier-Viger, Philippe, Hennig, Christian, Timmerman, Marieke, Warrens, Matthijs J., Ceulemans, Eva, Nwaru, Bright I., Hernandez-Boussard, Tina M.
Contributors: Lund University, Profile areas and other strong research environments, Strategic research areas (SRA), EpiHealth: Epidemiology for Health, Lunds universitet, Profilområden och andra starka forskningsmiljöer, Strategiska forskningsområden (SFO), EpiHealth: Epidemiology for Health, Originator, Lund University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences, Malmö, Geriatrics, Lunds universitet, Medicinska fakulteten, Institutionen för kliniska vetenskaper, Malmö, Geriatrik, Originator
Source: BMJ Open. 15(8):1-7
Subject Terms: Natural Sciences, Computer and Information Sciences, Other Computer and Information Science, Naturvetenskap, Data- och informationsvetenskap (Datateknik), Annan data- och informationsvetenskap
Description: Introduction Cluster analysis, a machine learning-based and data-driven technique for identifying groups in data, has demonstrated its potential in a wide range of contexts. However, critical appraisal and reproducibility are often limited by insufficient reporting, ultimately hampering the interpretation and trust of key stakeholders. The present paper describes the protocol that will guide the development of a reporting guideline and checklist for studies incorporating cluster analyses - Transparent Reporting of Cluster Analyses. Methods and analysis Following the recommended steps for developing reporting guidelines outlined by the Enhancing the QUAlity and Transparency Of health Research Network, the work will be divided into six stages. Stage 1: literature review to guide development of initial checklist. Stage 2: drafting of the initial checklist. Stage 3: internal revision of checklist. Stage 4: Delphi study in a global sample of researchers from varying fields (n=≈) to derive consensus regarding itemsin the checklist and piloting of the checklist. Stage 5: consensus meeting to consolidate checklist. Stage 6: production of statement paper and explanation and elaboration paper. Stage 7: dissemination via journals, conferences, social media and a dedicated web platform. Ethics and dissemination Due to local regulations, the planned study is exempt from the requirement of ethical review. The findings will be disseminated through peer-reviewed publications. The checklist with explanations will also be made available freely on a dedicated web platform (troca-statement.org) and in a repository.
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