Primer: Conducting an Individual Participant Data Meta-Analysis

Individual participant data meta-analysis (IPDMA) can provide high-quality evidence in any area where data from individual participants or observations from multiple studies can be combined. However, conducting an IPDMA is a complex and resource-intensive process that requires careful planning. This primer collects relevant resources and practical advice, and outlines the steps for planning and conducting an IPDMA. Find other practical guidelines (CRS primers) like our primer on sharing clinical trial data at https://www.crs.uzh.ch/en/materials/CRS-Primers.html.