Comparison of the CONSORT/STRICTA index between early and late periods
| N | Mean | 95% CI | p Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONSORT | ||||
| Early period (1996–2004) | 43 | 9.5 | 8.9 to 10.2 | |
| Late period (2005–2011) | 103 | 10.6 | 10.2 to 11.1 | |
| Difference | 1.1 | 0.2 to 1.9 | 0.0082 | |
| STRICTA | ||||
| Early period (1996–2004) | 29 | 8.8 | 7.9 to 9.7 | |
| Late period (2005–2011) | 61 | 11.2 | 10.5 to 11.8 | |
| Difference | 2.3 | 1.2 to 3.4 | <0.0001 | |