Becoming an author

Cochrane systematic reviews are up to date summaries of the effects of healthcare interventions. Systematic reviews in breast cancer cover a range of topics including early detection, treatment throughout the various stages of disease, and the impact of the disease on individuals and families through exploration of psychosocial outcomes and quality of life issues. All Cochrane reviews which are relevant to breast cancer are conducted through the Cochrane Breast Cancer Group (CBCG).

Systematic reviews by their nature 'systematically' search for evidence, predominantly from randomised controlled trials (RCTs). Some reviews may include other forms of evidence such as cohort studies and case control studies if there is a lack of RCTs, and if the information obtained from these study types would enhance the review. Research into breast cancer is being done by many groups around the world and systematic reviews are a valuable way of synthesising all of this information which is then made accessible via The Cochrane Library .

To become an author of a breast cancer review, you should firstly complete a membership form and submit it to the CBCG Cochrane@ctc.usyd.edu.au which will register your details and your wish to conduct a review. If you already have a review question in mind, you should also complete a submission of question form.

The Cochrane Breast Cancer reviewer package and information about conducting a review provides a detailed explanation of the process involved and provides links to a number of valuable resources for authors. The members of the CBCG will support you through the review process and can assist you with various tasks such as searching the specialised register .

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