Recommendations for a Complete Reporting of Statistical Methods in Veterinary Pharmacology.

Abstract

Reproducibility and replicability of study results are crucial for advancing scientific knowledge. However, achieving these goals is often challenging, which can compromise the credibility of research and incur immeasurable costs for the progression of science. Despite efforts to standardize reporting with guidelines, the description of statistical methodology in manuscripts often remains insufficient, limiting the possibility of replicating scientific studies. A thorough, transparent, and complete report of statistical methods is essential for understanding study results and mimicking statistical strategies implemented in previous studies. This review outlines the key statistical reporting elements required to replicate statistical methods in most current veterinary pharmacology studies. It also offers a protocol for statistical reporting to aid in manuscript preparation and to assist trialists and editors in the collective strive for advancing veterinary pharmacology research.