Methodology

Abstract

The scoping review technique aims to map, through a rigorous, systematic and transparent method, the state of the art of a theme, providing a descriptive and analytical view of the studies reviewed. The synthesis of the literature in the form of a Scoping Review is being widely used in the healthcare sector and is supported by evidence-based practice (EBP). The choice was made due to the need to explore the theme, aiming to map existing concepts and evidence. Therefore, the scope review will respect the PRISMA-ScR script (Annex) and will seek to map the key concepts that support the field of translational research in addition to clarifying work definitions and / or conceptual limits. The objective is to explore the breadth or extent of the literature, map and summarize the evidence and inform future research. This scoping review is supported by the Joanna Brigs Institute (JBI) guidelines, namely: - Definition and alignment between the objectives and the research question; - Description of the planned approach to search for evidence, inclusion and exclusion criteria, selection, data extraction and presentation of evidence; - Search for the balance between feasibility, breadth and scope of the scope definition process. - Identification of the implications of the study results for policy, practice or research; - Synthesis of the evidence in relation to the objectives of the review, observing any implications of the findings