Who benefits from the guidelines established by the EQUATOR Network?

The guidelines established by the EQUATOR Network are designed to improve the quality and transparency of health research reporting. These guidelines primarily benefit research authors and publishers of health literature by providing a structured framework for reporting studies. This assists authors in ensuring that their work is reported comprehensively and transparently, leading to better understanding and interpretation of research findings.

Furthermore, adherence to these guidelines helps to improve the credibility of published research, which in turn can influence policy decisions and clinical practice. By emphasizing rigorous reporting standards, the EQUATOR Network ultimately benefits the broader scientific community, including peer reviewers and readers who rely on well-conducted research to inform their work.

While other groups, such as pharmaceutical companies, patients, and medical institutions may experience indirect benefits from improved transparency and reporting practices, the primary focus of the EQUATOR Network's guidelines is on authors and the publication process.