SYNOPSIS WRITING
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The document is a guide by Dr. Mridul M. Panditrao on writing a synopsis for a research proposal in anesthesiology, emphasizing the importance of a clear research topic, aims, objectives, and methodology. It outlines how to structure the synopsis, including sections like the rationale for research, details on methods and materials, and proper referencing. The guide stresses that a synopsis is a critical requirement for academic and institutional approval.
SYNOPSIS WRITING
- 2. Dr. MRIDUL M. PANDITRAO CONSULTANT DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHESIOLOGY RAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FREEPORT, BAHAMAS
- 3. Formerly, PROFESSOR, HEAD & I/C SICU Department Of Anaesthesiology & Critical Care Padmashree Dr. D Y Patil Medical College Dean of Faculty of Medicine Dr. D Y Patil University
- 4. INTRODUCTION This is the first Step!
- 5. INTRODUCTION There is no specific format for this but by following this guide you should ensure that the main aspects of a research proposal are covered. In preparing your synopsis, you should restrict the size of your research area in line with the length of dissertation required by the university. Brief, Precise but adequate!
- 6. Choice of Research Topic (The "What"). Approach Choosing a research topic or title (i.e., getting started) is perhaps the most difficult part of writing a synopsis. Framing the Title Your title should summarise your topic and should not be a ramble over what you think, illuminated by snippets of what you have read.
- 7. Front Page
- 9. Reason(s) for Carrying Out Research (The "Why“) Introduction 150-175 words Background Information What work (if any) already exists in this area? What are its strengths and deficiencies? How would further work advance our knowledge of the wider area of study? Is an entirely new area of study being opened up? - Why is this important? Numbering of References, if any should start from here.
- 10. Reason(s) for Carrying Out Research (The "Why") *. Aims & Objectives Your synopsis should explain why the selected topic is worthy of further exploration. It should also demonstrate that you appreciate the main areas of debate around the topic and show how your proposed research would contribute to/further that debate. The Aims are supposed to convey exactly : The “Why” * in precise fashion To be written in order of importance!
- 11. MATERIALS & METHODS Declaration : IEC Approval will be taken Type of Consent: informed, routine, and such…. Inclusion Criteria Exclusion criteria If a RCT : Method of Randomization Materials Required
- 12. MATERIALS & METHODS (contd.) Method of Randomization: The mode which is going to be used for this! How the groups are going to be formed If any Blinding is involved. What variable is going to be differentiating the groups
- 13. Methodology (The "How"). State the main "planks" of your thinking or proposed arguments and outline how you intend to put them together. In writing this part of the synopsis, it is helpful to start by setting out their thoughts as an informal point brief However, if you decide to adopt this approach, you should bear in mind that a thesis is not the same as a research paper; i.e. it is seldom possible to reach firm conclusions and you are not required to recommend a course of action.
- 14. Methodology (contd). Actual Procedure of conducting the study In each individual patient, as such &/or In All the proposed number of patients in the study Various modalities, utilised for assessment Specific parameters viz; VAS, VRS, Anxiety Scale Akinesia score, sedation score, APACHE.....
- 15. Proforma Demographic Profile History General Physical Systemic examination Assessment: Vitals, Specific parameters etc…….. Any additional information to be obtained
- 16. References Consideration of where you will find information to support your arguments should go hand in hand with thinking about methodology. You are not expected to have an in-depth knowledge of all existing sources but you will find it difficult to outline your arguments without reference to at least some. Where sources are used, they should be listed at the end of the synopsis and you should be prepared to discuss them when asked.
- 17. References (contd.) How many ?....... 5-15 Vancouver style If from Text Book: Author/s of the Chapter, Name of the chapter , eds: editor’s names, in the Name of the Text Book, by Publisher’s Names, at Place of Publication, No. of the edition, year of publication, Page no. ………. e.g. Katz M. , Ferrante FM; Nociception: in Ferrante FM, Vade Boncouer TR (eds) : Postoperative Management of Pain: Churchill Livingstone ,New York, 2nd edition, 1993: 17-20.
- 18. References from Journal: Author/s of the article, Title of the article , Name of the Journal, year of Publication, Volume, Issue/Number, Page Number e.g. Rosner H, Rubin L, Kestenbaum A. Gabapentin adjunctive therapy in neuropathic pain states. Clin J Pain, 1996;78, 12: 56-8. All the references to be compiled in this manner The title can be Bibliography/ or References.
- 19. Take Home Message! Synopsis is the beginning! It is an absolute requirement for official purposes : IEC, University, Hospital/ College Authorities, HOD, Guide, and PG resident Must be short, succinct but informative It is your representative , which is going to defend you!