This analysis evaluates protocol discrepancies in orthopaedic randomized controlled trials, highlighting the need for improved reporting standards.
The orthopaedic research community should adopt stricter standards for trial registration, reporting, and verification of registry entries to reduce undisclosed protocol changes and improve confidence in published evidence.
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