Network Meta-Analysis

Network Meta-Analysis (NMA) is a research method that compares multiple treatments simultaneously by combining direct comparison data from studies that tested them head-to-head, and indirect comparisons across different studies. It creates a network of evidence, allowing researchers to estimate how all treatments stack up against each other, even if some haven't been directly compared in trials. This helps clinicians and decision-makers identify the most effective options more comprehensively and efficiently, guiding better treatment choices based on the collective evidence.