Scoping Review

A methodological approach to map the existing literature on a topic, identifying key concepts, types of evidence, and research gaps. Unlike systematic reviews, it explores the breadth of a field to inform future research design, policy, or practice without critically appraising individual studies.

Key Applications

• BMJ Review: A 2026 study developing a practice-oriented AI governance framework for healthcare, addressing implementation gaps between ethics principles and operational oversight (including risk assessment and embedding AI governance into existing processes).

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