PRISMA Flow Diagram Generator
Create a PRISMA 2020 flow diagram and export it as SVG, PNG or PDF.
PRISMA 2020 flow diagram
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Counts left blank are calculated from the boxes above them, so you only need to type what you know. The layout follows the PRISMA 2020 template for new systematic reviews (Page et al., BMJ 2021;372:n71). Everything is drawn in your browser.
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How to use the PRISMA Flow Diagram Generator
Create a PRISMA 2020 flow diagram and export it as SVG, PNG or PDF.
- 1 Enter the records found in each database and register, and those removed before screening.
- 2 Add screening, retrieval and eligibility counts with exclusion reasons; blanks are calculated for you.
- 3 Check the warnings, then download the diagram as SVG, PNG or PDF.
Example and practical tips
2,382 records, 330 removed before screening, 1,990 excluded on title and abstract and 35 excluded at full text leave 24 reports of 22 included studies.
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Frequently asked questions
Which PRISMA template does this follow?
The PRISMA 2020 flow diagram for new systematic reviews, with an optional column for studies found by other methods such as citation searching.
Can I edit the diagram afterwards?
Yes. Download the SVG, which opens in PowerPoint, Word, Illustrator or Inkscape with editable text.
Is my review data uploaded?
No. The diagram is drawn entirely in your browser.
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