The article "Scoping Reviews: Time for Clarity in Definition, Methods and Reporting" by Colquhoun et al. discusses the growing importance of scoping reviews in health research and the need for clarity and consistency in their definition, methodology, and reporting. Scoping reviews are a form of knowledge synthesis that aims to comprehensively summarize and synthesize evidence to inform practice, programs, and policy, and to guide future research priorities. The authors highlight the increasing popularity of scoping reviews, noting that the number of publications has grown significantly since 2009. However, variability in terminology, methodological conduct, and reporting standards hinders their full potential. They propose three recommendations: consistent use of the term "scoping review" or "scoping study," a clear definition of scoping reviews, and adherence to the methodological steps outlined by Arksey and O’Malley. Additionally, they advocate for the development of reporting guidance to enhance transparency and reproducibility in scoping reviews. The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of rigorous scoping reviews in advancing healthcare research and practice.The article "Scoping Reviews: Time for Clarity in Definition, Methods and Reporting" by Colquhoun et al. discusses the growing importance of scoping reviews in health research and the need for clarity and consistency in their definition, methodology, and reporting. Scoping reviews are a form of knowledge synthesis that aims to comprehensively summarize and synthesize evidence to inform practice, programs, and policy, and to guide future research priorities. The authors highlight the increasing popularity of scoping reviews, noting that the number of publications has grown significantly since 2009. However, variability in terminology, methodological conduct, and reporting standards hinders their full potential. They propose three recommendations: consistent use of the term "scoping review" or "scoping study," a clear definition of scoping reviews, and adherence to the methodological steps outlined by Arksey and O’Malley. Additionally, they advocate for the development of reporting guidance to enhance transparency and reproducibility in scoping reviews. The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of rigorous scoping reviews in advancing healthcare research and practice.