The Essential Elements of the Discussion Section of a Research Manuscript
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https://doi.org/10.55752/amwa.2024.348Abstract
Many medical writers believe that the Discussion is the most difficult section of a research manuscript to write, largely because of its structural flexibility and open-ended nature. However, medical writers can build confidence in writing this section by ensuring that the Discussion includes the essential elements: a summary of the major findings, interpretations of the important findings, descriptions of the implications and applications of the findings, a discussion of the strengths and limitations of the study, details about recommended future directions, and statements of the significance and relevance of the work. These essential elements help to form an effective Discussion that showcases the study and highlights its impact to the field.
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