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Formula for applying GRADE level of evidence from number of downgrades determined using the algorithm
| GRADE level of evidence | Number of downgrades (derived from objective assessment) |
|---|---|
| High | 0 downgrade |
| Moderate | 1 or 2 downgrades |
| Low | 3 or 4 downgrades |
| Very low | 5 or 6 downgrades |
Abbreviation: GRADE, Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation.
