Transparent Reporting of Evaluations with Nonrandomized Designs (TREND)

The Transparent Reporting of Evaluations with Nonrandomized Designs (TREND) is a guideline that helps researchers clearly and honestly share the details and results of studies where participants aren’t randomly assigned to different groups. This transparency improves the quality and trustworthiness of the research, allowing others to better understand the methods used and assess the validity of the findings. Essentially, TREND ensures that nonrandomized studies are reported thoroughly and openly, promoting more accurate interpretation and application of their results in real-world settings.