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Level of evidence of qualitative studies
| Level of evidence a | Characteristics |
|---|---|
| ++ | Credible meta-synthesis of qualitative studies |
| + | Credible study |
| +/- | Study of which credibility is dubious |
| - | Study of which credibility is minimal |
a levels according to those set by the Dutch Institute for Healthcare Improvement (CBO)
