Levels of Evidence —Grading System∗

The SORT ‘‘grade’’ is derived from evaluating the evidence from a body of knowledge most often about a single procedure or new product.1,2 (Figure 1) These SORT grades are much more useful to the clinician because they emphasize effectiveness and are intended to provide results that are more applicab le to ‘‘average’’ patients. The quality of the evidence on effectiveness is a key component, but not the only component in making good clinical decisions.

Source: The Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice - May 12, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research