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\textbf{Conclusion}  Of the studies analyzed in this review, only 50percent 50%  utilized a quantitative method for determining the presence of heterogeneity. It is the impression of this study that the use of quantitative and qualitative heterogeneity measurement tools is underutilized and  should be utilized used  in meta-analyses to reduce the risk of spurious findings being integrated into medical practice. This tool will help determine whether or not a meta-analysis can be performed prior to investing time in said meta-analysis. This is preferable to performing a quantitative measurement of heterogeneity after the fact to indicate whether or not the study analysis is trustworthy.