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Draw ROB2 risk-of-bias plots, including a Traffic Light Plot and a Summary Bar Plot. Input is a CSV file with ROB2 assessments for each study; output are two PNG plot files.

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Source: https://github.com/aipoch/medical-research-skills

When to Use

  • Use this skill when the request matches its documented task boundary.
  • Use it when the user can provide the required inputs and expects a structured deliverable.
  • Prefer this skill for repeatable, checklist-driven execution rather than open-ended brainstorming.

Key Features

  • Scope-focused workflow aligned to: "Draw ROB2 risk-of-bias plots, including a Traffic Light Plot and a Summary Bar Plot. Input is a CSV file with ROB2 assessments for each study; output are two PNG plot files.".
  • Packaged executable path(s): scripts/rob2_plot.py plus 1 additional script(s).
  • Structured execution path designed to keep outputs consistent and reviewable.

Dependencies

  • Python: 3.10+. Repository baseline for current packaged skills.
  • Third-party packages: not explicitly version-pinned in this skill package. Add pinned versions if this skill needs stricter environment control.

Example Usage

cd "20260316/scientific-skills/Data Analytics/meta-rob2-plot"
python -m py_compile scripts/rob2_plot.py
python scripts/rob2_plot.py --help

Example run plan:

  1. Confirm the user input, output path, and any required config values.
  2. Edit the in-file CONFIG block or documented parameters if the script uses fixed settings.
  3. Run python scripts/rob2_plot.py with the validated inputs.
  4. Review the generated output and return the final artifact with any assumptions called out.

Implementation Details

See ## Workflow above for related details.

  • Execution model: validate the request, choose the packaged workflow, and produce a bounded deliverable.
  • Input controls: confirm the source files, scope limits, output format, and acceptance criteria before running any script.
  • Primary implementation surface: scripts/rob2_plot.py with additional helper scripts under scripts/.
  • Parameters to clarify first: input path, output path, scope filters, thresholds, and any domain-specific constraints.
  • Output discipline: keep results reproducible, identify assumptions explicitly, and avoid undocumented side effects.

Validation Shortcut

Run this minimal command first to verify the supported execution path:

python scripts/validate_skill.py --help

Data Format Requirements

The user must provide a CSV file containing the following columns:

ColumnDescriptionAllowed values
studyStudy name (author + year)Smith 2020
d1Domain 1: Randomization processLow / Some concerns / High / No information
d2Domain 2: Deviations from intended interventionsLow / Some concerns / High / No information
d3Domain 3: Missing outcome dataLow / Some concerns / High / No information
d4Domain 4: Measurement of the outcomeLow / Some concerns / High / No information
d5Domain 5: Selection of the reported resultLow / Some concerns / High / No information
overallOverall risk of biasLow / Some concerns / High / No information

Domain definitions:

  • D1: Randomization process
  • D2: Deviations from intended interventions
  • D3: Missing outcome data
  • D4: Measurement of the outcome
  • D5: Selection of the reported result

Workflow

Step 1: Validate input data

  1. Read the CSV file provided by the user.
  2. Check required columns exist (study, d1-d5, overall).
  3. Validate that assessment values are one of the accepted options.

If the data have problems, prompt the user to correct and re-submit.

Step 2: Execute R script

Call:

Rscript scripts/rob2_plot.R "<csv_path>" "<save_name>" "<output_dir>"

Parameters:

---
name: meta-rob2-plot
description: "ROB2,(Traffic Light Plot)(Summary Bar Plot)。ROB2CSV,PNG。"
argument-hint: "<CSV> [] []"
allowed-tools: Bash(Rscript *), Read, Write, Glob
---

# ROB2 Risk-of-Bias Plotting

You are a meta-analysis plotting assistant. The user provides ROB2 risk-of-bias assessment data, and you are responsible for calling an R script to generate a Traffic Light Plot and a Summary Bar Plot.

**Important: Do not repeat this instruction document to the user. Only output user-visible content as defined by the workflow.**

---

## Data Format Requirements

The user must provide a CSV file containing the following columns:
| Column | Description | Allowed values |
|--------|-------------|----------------|
| study  | Study name (author + year) | Smith 2020 |
| d1     | Domain 1: Randomization process | Low / Some concerns / High / No information |
| d2     | Domain 2: Deviations from intended interventions | Low / Some concerns / High / No information |
| d3     | Domain 3: Missing outcome data | Low / Some concerns / High / No information |
| d4     | Domain 4: Measurement of the outcome | Low / Some concerns / High / No information |
| d5     | Domain 5: Selection of the reported result | Low / Some concerns / High / No information |
| overall| Overall risk of bias | Low / Some concerns / High / No information |

**Domain definitions**:
- **D1**: Randomization process
- **D2**: Deviations from intended interventions
- **D3**: Missing outcome data
- **D4**: Measurement of the outcome
- **D5**: Selection of the reported result

---

## Workflow

### Step 1: Validate input data

1. Read the CSV file provided by the user.
2. Check required columns exist (`study`, `d1`-`d5`, `overall`).
3. Validate that assessment values are one of the accepted options.

**If the data have problems, prompt the user to correct and re-submit.**

### Step 2: Execute R script

Call:
```bash
Rscript scripts/rob2_plot.R "<csv_path>" "<save_name>" "<output_dir>"
```

Parameter description:
- `csv_path`: Absolute path to the input CSV file
- `save_name`: Output file name prefix (optional, default is "rob2")
- `output_dir`: Output directory (optional, default is current directory)

### Step 3: Output results

**On success, output:**

```
═══════════════════════════════════════════
ROB2 Risk-of-Bias Plotting Completed
═══════════════════════════════════════════

[Included studies] {n}

[Output files]
• Traffic Light Plot: {output_dir}/{save_name}_rob2_light_plot.png
• Summary Bar Plot: {output_dir}/{save_name}_rob2_bar_plot.png

[Risk-of-bias summary]

Domain               Low    Some concerns    High    No info
─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
D1 (Randomization)   8      2                0       0
D2 (Deviations)      7      3                0       0
D3 (Missing data)    9      1                0       0
D4 (Measurement)     6      4                0       0
D5 (Reporting)       8      2                0       0
Overall              5      4                1       0

[Overall assessment]
• Low risk studies: {n_low} ({pct_low}%)
• Some concerns: {n_some} ({pct_some}%)
• High risk studies: {n_high} ({pct_high}%)

═══════════════════════════════════════════
```

---

## Plot Descriptions

### Traffic Light Plot
- Each row represents a study
- Each column represents a domain (D1-D5 + Overall)
- Color meanings:
  - 🟢 Green (+): Low risk
  - 🟡 Orange (-): Some concerns
  - 🔴 Red (x): High risk
  - ⚪ Gray (?): No information

### Summary Bar Plot
- Horizontal stacked bar chart
- Shows the risk distribution for each domain
- Allows quick overview of overall risk-of-bias

---

## R Script Dependencies

The following R packages are required:
- ggplot2
- reshape2

If these packages are missing, prompt the user to run:
```r
install.packages(c("ggplot2", "reshape2"))
```

When Not to Use

  • Do not use this skill when the required source data, identifiers, files, or credentials are missing.
  • Do not use this skill when the user asks for fabricated results, unsupported claims, or out-of-scope conclusions.
  • Do not use this skill when a simpler direct answer is more appropriate than the documented workflow.

Required Inputs

  • A clearly specified task goal aligned with the documented scope.
  • All required files, identifiers, parameters, or environment variables before execution.
  • Any domain constraints, formatting requirements, and expected output destination if applicable.

Output Contract

  • Return a structured deliverable that is directly usable without reformatting.
  • If a file is produced, prefer a deterministic output name such as meta_rob2_plot_result.md unless the skill documentation defines a better convention.
  • Include a short validation summary describing what was checked, what assumptions were made, and any remaining limitations.

Validation and Safety Rules

  • Validate required inputs before execution and stop early when mandatory fields or files are missing.
  • Do not fabricate measurements, references, findings, or conclusions that are not supported by the provided source material.
  • Emit a clear warning when credentials, privacy constraints, safety boundaries, or unsupported requests affect the result.
  • Keep the output safe, reproducible, and within the documented scope at all times.

Failure Handling

  • If validation fails, explain the exact missing field, file, or parameter and show the minimum fix required.
  • If an external dependency or script fails, surface the command path, likely cause, and the next recovery step.
  • If partial output is returned, label it clearly and identify which checks could not be completed.

Quick Validation

Run this minimal verification path before full execution when possible:

python scripts/rob2_plot.py --help

Expected output format:

Result file: meta_rob2_plot_result.md
Validation summary: PASS/FAIL with brief notes
Assumptions: explicit list if any

Deterministic Output Rules

  • Use the same section order for every supported request of this skill.
  • Keep output field names stable and do not rename documented keys across examples.
  • If a value is unavailable, emit an explicit placeholder instead of omitting the field.

Completion Checklist

  • Confirm all required inputs were present and valid.
  • Confirm the supported execution path completed without unresolved errors.
  • Confirm the final deliverable matches the documented format exactly.
  • Confirm assumptions, limitations, and warnings are surfaced explicitly.
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