Table 1 The modified Jaded Scale
Classification | Score | Description |
|---|---|---|
Randomization | ||
 Inappropriate | 0 | Semi-randomized or quasi-randomized trials |
 Unclear | 1 | Randomized trials without describing methods for generating random sequences |
 Appropriate | 2 | Random sequences produced by a computer or a random number table |
Allocation concealment | ||
 Inappropriate | 0 | Regular grouping |
 Unclear | 1 | Only use of a random number table or other random assignment scheme |
 Appropriate | 2 | A method for assigning sequences without prediction |
Blinding | ||
 Inappropriate | 0 | Use of double blindness without an appropriate method |
 Unclear | 1 | Only mention of double blindness |
 Appropriate | 2 | A description of the specific and appropriate method of double blindness |
Withdrawals or dropouts | ||
 No | 0 | No description of withdrawal or dropouts |
 Yes | 1 | A description of withdrawal or dropouts |