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Al-Osaimi HM, Kanan M, Marghlani L, Al-Rowaili B, Albalawi R, Saad A, Alasmari S, Althobaiti K, Alhulaili Z, Alanzi A, Alqarni R, Alsofiyani R, Shrwani R. A systematic review on malaria and dengue vaccines for the effective management of these mosquito borne diseases: Improving public health. Hum Vaccin Immunother 2024; 20:2337985. [PMID: 38602074 PMCID: PMC11017952 DOI: 10.1080/21645515.2024.2337985] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2024] [Accepted: 03/28/2024] [Indexed: 04/12/2024] Open
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Insect vector-borne diseases (VBDs) pose significant global health challenges, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. The WHO has launched the "Global Vector Control Response (GVCR) 2017-2030" to address these diseases, emphasizing a comprehensive approach to vector control. This systematic review investigates the potential of malaria and dengue vaccines in controlling mosquito-borne VBDs, aiming to alleviate disease burdens and enhance public health. Following PRISMA 2020 guidelines, the review incorporated 39 new studies out of 934 identified records. It encompasses various studies assessing malaria and dengue vaccines, emphasizing the significance of vaccination as a preventive measure. The findings indicate variations in vaccine efficacy, duration of protection, and safety considerations for each disease, influencing public health strategies. The review underscores the urgent need for vaccines to combat the increasing burden of VBDs like malaria and dengue, advocating for ongoing research and investment in vaccine development.
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- Hind M. Al-Osaimi
- Department of Pharmacy Services Administration, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh Second Health Cluster, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Pharmaceutical Services Department, Northern Area Armed Forces Hospital, King Khalid Military, Hafr Al Batin, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, Tabuk University, Tabuk, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Pharmacy Department, Royal Commission Hospital, Yanbu, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, King Khalid University, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, Taif University, Ta’if, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Dammam Medical Complex, Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, King Abdulaziz Hospital, Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, Taif University, Ta’if, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Jazan University, Jazan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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Hughes MC, Vernon E, Egwuonwu C, Afolabi O. Measuring decision aid effectiveness for end-of-life care: A systematic review. PEC Innov 2024; 4:100273. [PMID: 38525314 PMCID: PMC10957449 DOI: 10.1016/j.pecinn.2024.100273] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2023] [Revised: 02/26/2024] [Accepted: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 03/26/2024]
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Objective To systematically review research analyzing the effectiveness of decision aids for end-of-life care, including how researchers specifically measure decision aid success. Methods We conducted a systematic review synthesizing quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods study results using Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis guidelines. Four databases were searched through February 18, 2023. Inclusion criteria required articles to evaluate end-of-life care decision aids. The review is registered under PROSPERO (#CRD42023408449). Results A total of 715 articles were initially identified, with 43 meeting the inclusion criteria. Outcome measures identified included decisional conflict, less aggressive care desired, knowledge improvements, communication improvements, tool satisfaction, patient anxiety and well-being, and less aggressive care action completed. The majority of studies reported positive outcomes especially when the decision aid development included International Patient Decision Aid Standards. Conclusion Research examining end of life care decision aid use consistently reports positive outcomes. Innovation This review presents data that can guide the next generation of decision aids for end-of-life care, namely using the International Patient Decision Aid Standards in developing tools and showing which tools are effective for helping to prevent the unnecessary suffering that can result when patients' dying preferences are unknown.
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- M. Courtney Hughes
- School of Health Studies, Northern Illinois University, Wirtz Hall 209, DeKalb, IL 60115, USA
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- Department of Economics, Seattle University, Pigott 522, Seattle, WA 98122, USA
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- School of Health Studies, Northern Illinois University, Wirtz Hall 209, DeKalb, IL 60115, USA
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- School of Health Studies, Northern Illinois University, Wirtz Hall 209, DeKalb, IL 60115, USA
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Holland D, White LCJ, Pantelic M, Llewellyn C. The experiences of transgender and nonbinary adults in primary care: A systematic review. Eur J Gen Pract 2024; 30:2296571. [PMID: 38197305 PMCID: PMC10783848 DOI: 10.1080/13814788.2023.2296571] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2022] [Accepted: 12/05/2023] [Indexed: 01/11/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Transgender and nonbinary (TNB) people face barriers to primary care, which remains the main entry point for accessing gender-affirming healthcare in the UK. OBJECTIVES This systematic review aims to summarise the evidence regarding TNB people's experiences of primary care to inform improvements in service and patient outcomes. METHODS This review followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) reporting guidelines. A systematic literature search was conducted across articles from 2005 to April 2023 across Ovid Medline, Ovid Embase and PsychInfo using established keywords relating to gender identity, primary care and experiences. Qualitative data were thematically analysed and quantitative data were compiled using a descriptive narrative. RESULTS Following eligibility criteria, 16 articles were included in this review. This review identified both facilitators and limitations and barriers experienced by TNB people related to primary care provider knowledge; the patient-provider relationship, and healthcare settings. Quantitative findings reported up to 54.4% of participants were uncomfortable discussing TNB issues with their physician. Overall findings suggest TNB people face discrimination on a systemic level utilising primary care services, though positive healthcare encounters at a local level were reported. Participants expressed a desire for primary care-led gender-affirming healthcare services, with involvement from local TNB communities. CONCLUSION This review demonstrates TNB people's mixed experiences of primary care alongside their recommendations for service improvement. This is the first systematically reviewed evidence on the topic, emphasising the need for clinicians and policymakers to centre the voices of the TNB community in service design and improvement.
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- Daisy Holland
- Brighton and Sussex Medical, University of Sussex, Brighton, UK
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- Brighton and Sussex Medical, University of Sussex, Brighton, UK
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Lau J, O G, Warnakulasuriya S, Balasubramaniam R, Frydrych A, Kujan O. Adjunctive aids for the detection of oral squamous cell carcinoma and oral potentially malignant disorders: A systematic review of systematic reviews. Jpn Dent Sci Rev 2024; 60:53-72. [PMID: 38283580 PMCID: PMC10821377 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdsr.2023.12.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/30/2024] Open
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This study presents the results of systematic reviews on adjunctive tools in screening and diagnosis of oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) and oral potentially malignant disorders (OPMD) and to determine if the current literature supports their use as either an adjunctive tool or replacement of gold standard techniques. Systemic reviews and meta-analysis that evaluated adjunctive tools including chemiluminescence, tissue autofluorescence, tissue fluorescence spectroscopy, vital staining and cytology techniques were systematically examined using AMSTAR II. Twenty-seven systematic reviews were included. Five studies had a low quality of evidence, and nine studies had a critically low quality of evidence. This review found limited evidence to recommend chemiluminescence, tissue autofluorescence tools and vital staining as diagnostic tools, but only serve as clinical adjuncts to conventional oral examination. Cytology techniques and narrow-band imaging may be utilised as a non-invasive diagnostic adjunctive tool for the detection of OSCC and the malignant transformation of OPMD. In conclusion, this paper provides evidence on several types of adjunctive tools and provides recommendations on their use in clinical practice. These tools are considered useful as clinical adjuncts but there is insufficient evidence for their use as a diagnostic tool to replace gold standard conventional oral examination and surgical biopsy.
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- Jeremy Lau
- UWA Dental School, The University of Western Australia, Nedlands, WA, Australia
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- UWA Dental School, The University of Western Australia, Nedlands, WA, Australia
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- UWA Dental School, The University of Western Australia, Nedlands, WA, Australia
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- UWA Dental School, The University of Western Australia, Nedlands, WA, Australia
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Ghorbani M, Sadrian SH, Ghaderpanah R, Neitzke CC, Chalmers BP, Esmaeilian S, Rahmanipour E, Parsa A. Tranexamic acid in total hip arthroplasty: An umbrella review on efficacy and safety. J Orthop 2024; 54:90-102. [PMID: 38560591 PMCID: PMC10978533 DOI: 10.1016/j.jor.2024.03.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2024] [Accepted: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024] Open
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Purpose This comprehensive review was conducted to assess the effects of tranexamic acid (TXA) on blood loss, venous thromboembolism (VTE) risk, and wound complications following total hip arthroplasty (THA). Additionally, it sought to evaluate the effects of various TXA dosages, modes of administration, and combinations with other antifibrinolytic drug. Methods In search of systematic reviews and meta-analyses on the use of TXA in THA patients, we searched extensively through databases including Scopus, the Cochrane Library, Embase, Medline, the Web of Science, PubMed, and Google Scholar. We discovered 23 meta-analyses covering 32,442 patients overall that fulfilled our study criteria, spanning the period from the creation of these databases until May 2023. Results This comprehensive review's meta-analyses, which together examined over 35,000 patients, repeatedly demonstrated how TXA administration during THA successfully lowers perioperative blood loss and the need for transfusions. TXA reduced total blood loss by an average of 151-370 ml, postoperative hemoglobin levels by 0.5-1.1 g/dL, and transfusion rates by 19-26% on average when compared to control groups. The information gathered did not indicate that using TXA significantly increased the risk of VTE or wound complications. When comparing different TXA doses, administration techniques, or its use in conjunction with other anti-fibrinolytic therapies, no discernible differences were found in terms of efficacy or safety outcomes. Conclusion The comprehensive review clearly indicates that TXA improves THA outcomes without increasing the risk of adverse events by lowering blood loss and the requirement for transfusions. This insightful information can help surgeons decide whether to use TXA during THA procedures.
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- Mohammad Ghorbani
- Orthopedic Surgery Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Students Research Committee, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Students Research Committee, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Immunology Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Orthopedic Surgery Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Muthu S, Viswanathan VK, Annamalai S, Thabrez M. Bilateral erector spinae plane block for postoperative pain relief in lumbar spine surgery: A PRISMA-compliant updated systematic review & meta-analysis. World Neurosurg X 2024; 23:100360. [PMID: 38511162 PMCID: PMC10950749 DOI: 10.1016/j.wnsx.2024.100360] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 03/01/2024] [Indexed: 03/22/2024] Open
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Study design Systematic review. Objective Erector spinae plane block (ESPB) is growing in popularity over the recent past as an adjuvant modality in multimodal analgesic management following lumbar spine surgery (LSS). The current updated meta-analysis was performed to analyze the efficacy of ESPB for postoperative analgesia in patients undergoing LSS. Methods We conducted independent and duplicate electronic database searches including PubMed, Embase and Cochrane Library till June 2023 for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) analyzing the efficacy of bilateral ESPB for postoperative pain relief in lumbar spine surgeries. Post-operative pain scores, total analgesic consumption, first analgesic requirement time, length of stay and complications were the outcomes evaluated. Statistical analysis was performed using STATA 17 software. Results 32 RCTs including 1464 patients (ESPB/Control = 1077/1069) were included in the analysis. There was a significant pain relief in ESPB group, as compared to placebo across all timelines such as during immediate post-operative period (p < 0.001), 4 h (p < 0.001), 8 h (p < 0.001), 12 h (p < 0.001), 24 h (p = 0.001) post-surgery. Similarly, ESPB group showed a significant reduction in analgesic requirement at 8 h (p < 0.001), 12 h (p = 0.001), and 24 h (p < 0.001). However, no difference was noted in the first analgesic requirement time, time to ambulate or total length of stay in the hospital. ESPB demonstrated significantly improved overall satisfaction score for the analgesic management (p < 0.001), reduced intensive care stay (p < 0.05) with significantly reduced post-operative nausea and vomiting (p < 0.001) compared to controls. Conclusion ESPB offers prolonged post-operative pain relief compared to controls, thereby reducing the need for opioid consumption and its related complications.
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- Sathish Muthu
- Orthopaedic Research Group, Coimbatore, India
- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Engineering, Karpagam Academy of Higher Education, Coimbatore, India
- Department of Orthopaedics, Government Medical College, Karur, India
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- Orthopaedic Research Group, Coimbatore, India
- Department of Orthopaedics, Devadoss Multispecialty Hospital, Madurai, India
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Aster Medcity Hospital, Kochi, India
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Wang J, Gu R, Kong X, Luan S, Luo YLL. Genome-wide association studies (GWAS) and post-GWAS analyses of impulsivity: A systematic review. Prog Neuropsychopharmacol Biol Psychiatry 2024; 132:110986. [PMID: 38430953 DOI: 10.1016/j.pnpbp.2024.110986] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2023] [Revised: 01/30/2024] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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Impulsivity is related to a host of mental and behavioral problems. It is a complex construct with many different manifestations, most of which are heritable. The genetic compositions of these impulsivity manifestations, however, remain unclear. A number of genome-wide association studies (GWAS) and post-GWAS analyses have tried to address this issue. We conducted a systematic review of all GWAS and post-GWAS analyses of impulsivity published up to December 2023. Available data suggest that single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in more than a dozen of genes (e.g., CADM2, CTNNA2, GPM6B) are associated with different measures of impulsivity at genome-wide significant levels. Post-GWAS analyses further show that different measures of impulsivity are subject to different degrees of genetic influence, share few genetic variants, and have divergent genetic overlap with basic personality traits such as extroversion and neuroticism, cognitive ability, psychiatric disorders, substance use, and obesity. These findings shed light on controversies in the conceptualization and measurement of impulsivity, while providing new insights on the underlying mechanisms that yoke impulsivity to psychopathology.
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- Jiaqi Wang
- Key Laboratory of Mental Health, Institute of Psychology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 16 Lincui Road, Beijing 100101, China; Department of Psychology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, 16 Lincui Road, Beijing 100101, China
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- Department of Psychology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, 16 Lincui Road, Beijing 100101, China; Key Laboratory of Behavioral Science, Institute of Psychology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 16 Lincui Road, Beijing 100101, China
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- Department of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences, Zhejiang University, 866 Yuhangtang Road, Hangzhou 310058, China; Department of Psychiatry of Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, 3 Qingchundong Road, Hangzhou 310016, China
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- Department of Psychology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, 16 Lincui Road, Beijing 100101, China; Key Laboratory of Behavioral Science, Institute of Psychology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 16 Lincui Road, Beijing 100101, China
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- Key Laboratory of Mental Health, Institute of Psychology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 16 Lincui Road, Beijing 100101, China; Department of Psychology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, 16 Lincui Road, Beijing 100101, China.
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Wang C, Wang Q, Liu M, Tang S, Huang X, Huang C. Effectiveness of psychological interventions among community-dwelling older adults with subthreshold depression: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Affect Disord 2024; 354:368-375. [PMID: 38479506 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2024.03.065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2023] [Revised: 02/22/2024] [Accepted: 03/09/2024] [Indexed: 03/23/2024]
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BACKGROUND Little is known about the effectiveness of psychological interventions among older adults with subthreshold depression in the community. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to examine the effectiveness of psychological interventions on depressive symptoms, anxiety symptoms and quality of life. METHODS We searched five databases from inception to 20th September 2022 and included RCTs that evaluated the effectiveness of psychological interventions among older adults with subthreshold depression in the community. Standardized mean difference (SMD) and 95 % confidence intervals (CI) were used to calculate the effect sizes of treatment outcomes in the meta-analysis, using RevMan 5.4.1 and Stata 16.0. RESULTS This meta-analysis included thirteen RCT studies involving 2079 participants. Psychological interventions could significantly reduce depressive symptoms (post-intervention time: SMD = -0.58, 95 % CI = -0.76 to -0.40; follow-up time: SMD = -0.31, 95 % CI = -0.41 to -0.22) and anxiety symptoms (post-intervention time: SMD = -0.33, 95 % CI = -0.49 to -0.17; follow-up time: SMD = -0.24, 95 % CI = -0.36 to -0.12) and improve quality of life (post-intervention time: SMD = 0.30, 95 % CI = 0.05 to 0.55; follow-up time: SMD = 0.15, 95 % CI = 0.01 to 0.28). CONCLUSION Evidence suggests that psychological interventions could significantly reduce depressive symptoms and anxiety symptoms, and improve quality of life among community-dwelling older adults with subthreshold depression.
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- Chunyu Wang
- School of Nursing, University of California, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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- Xiangya School of Nursing, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, China
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- School of Nursing, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia 750101, China
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- Xiangya School of Nursing, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, China
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- Xiangya School of Nursing, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, China.
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- School of Nursing, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia 750101, China.
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Lu B, Lin L, Su X. Global burden of depression or depressive symptoms in children and adolescents: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Affect Disord 2024; 354:553-562. [PMID: 38490591 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2024.03.074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2023] [Revised: 03/06/2024] [Accepted: 03/10/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024]
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BACKGROUND Depression is the leading cause of health-related disability. A proportion of depression cases begin in childhood and increase dramatically during adolescence. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to estimate the global prevalence of depression or depressive symptoms in children and adolescents and explore the temporal and regional distribution of depression or depressive symptoms. METHODS This systematic review and meta-analysis identified peer-reviewed literature published through April 8, 2023, using the MEDLINE, Embase and APA PsycINFO databases, supplemented by reverse reference searches. Observational studies published in English and based on validated instruments with prevalence data on depression or depressive symptoms in children and adolescents aged ≤18 years were eligible. Random-effects meta-analysis and meta-regression analysis were performed using R software. RESULTS This systematic review and meta-analysis included a total of 96 studies (29 countries, 528,293 participants) published between 1989 and 2022. The pooled prevalence of mild-to-severe, moderate-to-severe, and major depression were 21.3 % (95%CI, 16.7 %-26.7 %), 18.9 % (95%CI, 14.6 %-24.2 %), and 3.7 % (95%CI, 2.7 %-5.1 %) respectively. Meta-regression analysis showed that from 1989 to 2022, the prevalence of mild-to-severe and moderate-to-severe depression increased over time (P = 0.002, P = 0.034, respectively), but the prevalence of major depression did not change significantly (P = 0.636). LIMITATIONS Only English articles were included. There was significant heterogeneity across the included studies. The studies included were mostly based on self-report scales to assess depressive symptoms. CONCLUSION In this systematic review, about one in five children and adolescents globally suffered from depression or had depressive symptoms, and this proportion was increasing over time.
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- Bingqing Lu
- Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610075, China.
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- School of Physical Education and Health, Hubei University of Chinese Medicine, Wuhan 430065, China
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- Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610075, China
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Branco NTT, Dos Santos Soares AR, Dutra DJB, Ferreira RC, Moreira AN, Zina LG, Magalhães CSD. Salivary factors associated with noncarious cervical lesions: A systematic review. Arch Oral Biol 2024; 162:105945. [PMID: 38460485 DOI: 10.1016/j.archoralbio.2024.105945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2023] [Revised: 03/04/2024] [Accepted: 03/06/2024] [Indexed: 03/11/2024]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to carry out a systematic review of observational studies searching the association between salivary factors (amount and quality of saliva) and noncarious cervical lesions (NCCL) in individuals with permanent dentition. DESIGN Cross-sectional, case-control, and cohort studies performed in humans with permanent dentition (population) and considering noncarious cervical lesions (outcome) in association with salivary characteristics (exposure) were included. PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane, LILACS/BBO, Scopus, Embase, IBCT, NICE, OpenGrey, and Google Scholar were searched, with no language or date restrictions. Of 6561 potentially eligible studies, 142 were selected for full-text analysis. Three reviewers independently selected the studies, performed data extraction, and quality analysis through the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale. RESULTS Finally, ten references were included in the review, four case-control and six cross-sectional studies. Several salivary parameters were evaluated. Some parameters were considered associated with the presence of noncarious cervical lesions: salivary buffering capacity, salivary pH, citric acid, and calcium and potassium levels. The methodological quality varied across studies, with high heterogeneity among them. CONCLUSIONS Some associations between saliva and NCCL suggesting protective factors and others risk factors were found. However, the evidence is sparse and comes from a few studies with great heterogeneity. New scientific evidence, with standardized methods, should be encouraged. Understanding salivary parameters that influence the occurrence of NCCL is important to guide dentists in relation to etiological factors that could potentially be neglected. The results may help in the development of new and early diagnostic methods and treatments for noncarious cervical lesions.
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- Natália Teixeira Tavares Branco
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Av. Pres. Antonio Carlos, 6627, 31270-901 Belo Horizonte, Brazil.
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Av. Pres. Antonio Carlos, 6627, 31270-901 Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Av. Pres. Antonio Carlos, 6627, 31270-901 Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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- Department of Social and Preventive Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Av. Pres. Antonio Carlos, 6627, 31270-901 Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Av. Pres. Antonio Carlos, 6627, 31270-901 Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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- Department of Social and Preventive Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Av. Pres. Antonio Carlos, 6627, 31270-901 Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Av. Pres. Antonio Carlos, 6627, 31270-901 Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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Duko B, Bedaso A, Dachew BA, Newnham E, Gebremedhin AT, Tessema G, Einarsdottir K, Alati R, Pereira G. The effect of maternal prenatal tobacco smoking on offspring academic achievement: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Addict Behav 2024; 153:107985. [PMID: 38367506 DOI: 10.1016/j.addbeh.2024.107985] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2023] [Revised: 02/12/2024] [Accepted: 02/12/2024] [Indexed: 02/19/2024]
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BACKGROUND Previous epidemiological studies examining the prospective association between maternal prenatal tobacco smoking and offspring academic achievement have reported conflicting results. Therefore, this systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to examine the magnitude and consistency of association reported by those studies. METHODS This systematic review and meta-analysis was guided by the PRISMA protocol. Relevant epidemiological studies on the topic were extracted from four main databases (PubMed/Medline, Embase, PsycINFO, and Scopus). The Newcastle-Ottawa Scale (NOS) was used to appraise the methodological quality of the included studies. We conducted a narrative assessment of the studies that did not report effect estimates. Inverse variance-weighted random effect meta-analysis was used to combine studies reporting effect sizes to estimate pooled adjusted odds ratio with 95% confidence intervals (95% CI). The review was prospectively registered in PROSPERO (CRD42022350901). RESULTS Nineteen observational studies, published between 1973 and 2021 with a total of 1.25 million study participants were included in the final review. Of these, fifteen studies (79 %) reported reduced academic achievement in offspring exposed to maternal prenatal tobacco smoking. The eight primary studies (sample size = 723,877) included in the meta-analysis together suggested a 49 % higher risk of reduced academic achievement in offspring exposed to maternal prenatal tobacco smoking when compared to non-exposed offspring (Pooled odds ratio = 1.49, 95 % CI:1.17-1.91). CONCLUSION Our review found a positive association between maternal prenatal tobacco smoking and offspring reduced academic achievement. However, variation in the adjustment of potential confounders and significant heterogeneity across included studies limited more conclusive inference. Mechanistic studies to identify causal pathways and specific academic impacts are needed to inform targeted developmental programs to assist child learning and academic performance.
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- Bereket Duko
- Curtin School of Population Health, Curtin University, Kent Street, Bentley, WA 6102, Australia; Australian Centre for Precision Health, Clinical and Health Sciences, University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA 5000, Australia; South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute, Adelaide, SA 5000, Australia.
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- The Daffodil Centre, The University of Sydney, a joint venture with Cancer Council, New South Wales, Australia
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- Curtin School of Population Health, Curtin University, Kent Street, Bentley, WA 6102, Australia
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- Curtin School of Population Health, Curtin University, Kent Street, Bentley, WA 6102, Australia; enAble Institute, Curtin University, Kent Street, Bentley, WA 6102, Australia; FXB Center for Health and Human Rights, Harvard University, Boston, MA, USA
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- Curtin School of Population Health, Curtin University, Kent Street, Bentley, WA 6102, Australia; enAble Institute, Curtin University, Kent Street, Bentley, WA 6102, Australia
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- Curtin School of Population Health, Curtin University, Kent Street, Bentley, WA 6102, Australia; School of Health Sciences, University of Iceland, Vatnsmýrarvegur 16, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
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- Curtin School of Population Health, Curtin University, Kent Street, Bentley, WA 6102, Australia; enAble Institute, Curtin University, Kent Street, Bentley, WA 6102, Australia; Institute for Social Sciences Research, The University of Queensland, 80 Meier's Rd, Indooroopilly, Qld 4068 Australia
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- Curtin School of Population Health, Curtin University, Kent Street, Bentley, WA 6102, Australia; enAble Institute, Curtin University, Kent Street, Bentley, WA 6102, Australia; Centre for Fertility and Health (CeFH), Norwegian Institute of Public Health, Oslo, Norway
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Aleo G, Pagnucci N, Walsh N, Watson R, Lang D, Kearns T, White M, Fitzgerald C. The effectiveness of continuing professional development for the residential long-term care workforce: A systematic review. Nurse Education Today 2024; 137:106161. [PMID: 38493589 DOI: 10.1016/j.nedt.2024.106161] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2023] [Revised: 02/23/2024] [Accepted: 03/10/2024] [Indexed: 03/19/2024]
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OBJECTIVES To investigate the effectiveness of continuing professional development in residential long-term care. DESIGN Systematic review. DATA SOURCES PubMed, Cumulative Index to Nursing & Allied Health (CINAHL), and Web of Science. REVIEW METHODS Empirical studies published between 2003 and 2023 describing the effectiveness of continuing professional development in long-term care were selected according to PRISMA guidelines. The type, topic, and effectiveness of continuing professional development activities in long-term care were analysed, in addition to facilitators and barriers. The protocol of this review is registered in PROSPERO. RESULTS A total of 155 studies were selected, including over 17,000 participants the majority of whom were nurses. The most common topics were 'dementia care' (n = 22; 14.2 %), and restraint use (n = 14; 9 %). The impact of continuing professional development was mainly evaluated in terms of 'participant satisfaction with continuing professional development' (n = 5; 3 %), 'staff knowledge' (n = 57; 37 %), 'staff competencies and skills' (n = 35; 23 %), 'resident outcomes' (n = 45; 29 %), and 'staff wellbeing' (n = 12; 8 %). A total of 64 (41 %) studies evaluated if impact of continuing professional development was sustained over time. 'Good organisation', 'a supportive learning environment', 'expressing personal preferences', and 'management support' were described as facilitators of continuing professional development. CONCLUSIONS Increasing numbers of long-term care residents with complex health conditions require nurses with advanced skills, such as dementia care. To improve the effectiveness of continuing professional development, support from managers, who adopt relational leadership styles, is instrumental to integrate new knowledge and skills into practice. This needs to be linked to career progression, and consequently increase the attractiveness of working in the long-term care sector. This could meet the dual goal of improving outcomes for residents and nurses' job satisfaction.
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- Giuseppe Aleo
- European Centre of Excellence for Research in Continuing Professional Development, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, 123 St. Stephen's Green, Dublin, Ireland.
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- Department of Translational Research and New Surgical and Medical Technologies, University of Pisa, Via Savi 67, 56100 Pisa, Italy; European Centre of Excellence for Research in Continuing Professional Development, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland.
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- European Centre of Excellence for Research in Continuing Professional Development, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, 123 St. Stephen's Green, Dublin, Ireland.
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- Office of the Nursing & Midwifery Service Director (ONMSD), Clinical Programme Implementation & Professional Development, Room 250, Dr Steeven's Hospital, Dublin 8, Ireland.
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- European Centre of Excellence for Research in Continuing Professional Development, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, 123 St. Stephen's Green, Dublin, Ireland.
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- European Centre of Excellence for Research in Continuing Professional Development, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, 123 St. Stephen's Green, Dublin, Ireland.
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- European Centre of Excellence for Research in Continuing Professional Development, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland.
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Wu W, Huang L, Yang F. Social anxiety and problematic social media use: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Addict Behav 2024; 153:107995. [PMID: 38401423 DOI: 10.1016/j.addbeh.2024.107995] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2023] [Revised: 02/17/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 02/26/2024]
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Some theories posit a close relationship between social anxiety and problematic social media use; however, empirical findings are inconsistent, and existing hypotheses are conflicting. Hence, we conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to clarify the relationship between social anxiety and problematic social media use. After searching and screening the literature, we identified 53 studies, including 59,928 participants and 56 effect sizes, for analysis. A meta-analysis was subsequently performed using CMA software. Results showed that social anxiety and problematic social media use were highly positively correlated. The moderating effect results suggested that the relationship between social anxiety and problematic social media use was influenced by the measurement instrument, sex, publication year, and platform type; however, the relationship was not moderated by region and age. It is suggested to consider social anxiety in the treatment of problematic social media use.
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- Wenfeng Wu
- School of Psychology, Guizhou Normal University, Guiyang, China
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- School of Psychology, Guizhou Normal University, Guiyang, China.
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- School of Psychology, Guizhou Normal University, Guiyang, China
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French HP, Cunningham J, Galvin R, Almousa S. Adjunctive electrophysical therapies used in addition to land-based exercise therapy for osteoarthritis of the hip or knee: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Osteoarthr Cartil Open 2024; 6:100457. [PMID: 38516558 PMCID: PMC10956074 DOI: 10.1016/j.ocarto.2024.100457] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2023] [Accepted: 02/27/2024] [Indexed: 03/23/2024] Open
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Objectives To review evidence for effectiveness of electrophysical therapies (EPTs), used adjunctively with land-based exercise therapy, for hip or knee osteoarthritis (OA), compared with 1) placebo EPTs delivered with land-based exercise therapy or 2) land-based exercise therapy only. Methods Six databases were searched up to October 2023 for randomised controlled trials (RCTs)/quasi-RCTs comparing adjunctive EPTs alongside land-based exercise therapy versus 1) placebo EPTs alongside land-based exercise, or 2) land-based exercise in hip or knee OA. Outcomes included pain, function, quality of life, global assessment and adverse events. Risk of bias and overall certainty of evidence were assessed. We back-translated significant Standardised Mean Differences (SMDs) to common scales: 2 points/15% on a 0-10 Numerical Pain Rating Scale and 6 points/15% on the WOMAC physical function subscale. Results Forty studies (2831 patients) evaluated nine different EPTs for knee OA. Medium-term effects (up to 6 months) were evaluated in seven trials, and one evaluated long-term effects (>6 months). Adverse events were reported in one trial. Adjunctive laser therapy may confer short-term effects on pain (SMD -0.68, 95%CI -1.03 to -0.34; mean difference (MD) 1.18 points (95% CI -1.78 to -0.59) and physical function (SMD -0.60, 95%CI -0.88 to -0.34; MD 12.95 (95%CI -20.05 to -5.86)) compared to placebo EPTs, based on very low-certainty evidence. No other EPTs (TENS, interferential, heat, shockwave, shortwave, ultrasound, EMG biofeedback, NMES) showed clinically significant effects compared to placebo/exercise, or exercise only. Conclusions Very low-certainty evidence supports laser therapy used adjunctively with exercise for short-term improvement in pain and function. No other EPTs demonstrated clinically meaningful effects.
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- Helen P. French
- School of Physiotherapy, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dublin 2, Ireland
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- School of Physiotherapy, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dublin 2, Ireland
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- School of Allied Health, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- School of Physiotherapy, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dublin 2, Ireland
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Khan S, Claeson M, Khan A, Neale R. The effect of physical activity on vitamin D: A systematic review and meta-analysis of intervention studies in humans. Public Health Pract (Oxf) 2024; 7:100495. [PMID: 38601179 PMCID: PMC11004199 DOI: 10.1016/j.puhip.2024.100495] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2023] [Accepted: 03/27/2024] [Indexed: 04/12/2024] Open
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Objectives Cross-sectional studies demonstrate a positive association between higher physical activity and serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) concentration. However, whether this association is causal is unclear. We conducted a systematic review to identify intervention studies that examined the effect of physical activity on serum 25(OH)D concentration in humans. Study design Systematic review and meta-analysis. Methods We searched PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science to identify full-text peer-reviewed articles published in English from inception until January 2023. Eligible studies were randomised controlled trials or quasi-experimental studies. We used random effects meta-analysis to calculate the weighted mean difference (WMD) in the change in 25(OH)D concentration between physical activity and control groups. We used the revised Cochrane risk-of-bias tool for randomized trials (RoB 2) to assess the methodological quality of included studies. Results We included 32 articles in the systematic review and 24 in the meta-analysis. The intervention varied from resistance and weight-bearing exercises (n = 13) to aerobic exercises (n = 10), moderate and moderate-to-vigorous exercises (n = 5), aquatic exercise (n = 2), and multicomponent traditional exercises (n = 2) (Tai Chi and Yijinjing). The WMD in 25(OH)D in the physical activity and control groups was 9.51 and 4.87, respectively (between-group mean difference 4.64, p = 0.002). However, the difference was only evident in studies that implemented the intervention outdoors (n = 3; between-group mean difference 17.33, p < 0.0001); when the intervention was indoors there was no significant effect of physical activity on 25(OH)D (n = 16; between-group mean difference 1.80, p = 0.113). Conclusions This meta-analysis of physical activity interventions in humans showed that physical activity does not lead to increased 25(OH)D independently of time outdoors. However, most studies were under-powered, in many the exercise was low intensity, and vitamin D was not the primary outcome.
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- S.R. Khan
- Kirby Institute, University of New South Wales, Kensington, NSW, 2052, Australia
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, 413 45, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Population Health Program, QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, Herston, QLD, 4029, Australia
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, St Lucia, QLD, 4072, Australia
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- Population Health Program, QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, Herston, QLD, 4029, Australia
- School of Public Health, The University of Queensland, Herston, QLD, 4029 Australia
- Sunshine Coast University Hospital, Birtinya, QLD, 4575, Australia
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Lorenc T, Stokes G, Fulbright H, Sutcliffe K, Sowden A. Communicating cardiovascular risk: Systematic review of qualitative evidence. Patient Educ Couns 2024; 123:108231. [PMID: 38471312 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2024.108231] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2023] [Revised: 02/19/2024] [Accepted: 02/26/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Cardiovascular risk prediction models are widely used to help individuals understand risk and make decisions. METHODS Systematic review of qualitative evidence. We searched MEDLINE, Embase, PsycINFO and CINAHL. We included English-language qualitative studies on the communication of cardiovascular risk. We assessed study quality using Hawker et al.'s tool and synthesised data thematically. RESULTS Thirty-seven studies were included. Many patients think that risk scores are of limited practical value. Other sources of information feed into informal estimates of risk, which may lead patients to reject the results of clinical risk assessment when the two conflict. Clinicians identify a number of barriers to risk communication, including patients' limited understanding of risk and excessive anxiety. They use a range of strategies for adapting risk communication. Both clinicians and individuals express specific preferences for risk communication formats. DISCUSSION Ways of communicating risk that provide some comparison or reference point seem more promising. The broader context of communication around risk may be more important than the risk scoring instrument. Risk communication interventions, in practice, may be more about appeals to emotion than a rationalistic model of decision-making.
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- Theo Lorenc
- Centre for Reviews and Dissemination, University of York, York YO10 5DD, UK.
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- EPPI-Centre, Social Science Research Unit, University College London, Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT, UK
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- Centre for Reviews and Dissemination, University of York, York YO10 5DD, UK
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- EPPI-Centre, Social Science Research Unit, University College London, Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT, UK
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- Centre for Reviews and Dissemination, University of York, York YO10 5DD, UK
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Zhou C, Balmer L, Song M, Mahara G, Wu K, Wang W, Wang H. Identification of circRNA biomarkers in osteosarcoma: An updated systematic review and meta-analysis. Noncoding RNA Res 2024; 9:341-349. [PMID: 38505307 PMCID: PMC10945140 DOI: 10.1016/j.ncrna.2024.01.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2023] [Revised: 01/09/2024] [Accepted: 01/10/2024] [Indexed: 03/21/2024] Open
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Circular RNAs (circRNAs) play a crucial role in cancer development and progression. This study aimed to identify potential circRNA biomarkers for osteosarcoma. Articles published from January 2010 to September 2023 were searched across eight databases to compare circRNA expression profiles in osteosarcoma and control samples (human, animal and cell lines). Meta-analysis was conducted under a random effects model. Subgroup analysis of circRNAs in different samples and tissues was performed. Diagnostic value was evaluated using receiver operator characteristic curves. Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) enrichment analysis explored functions of circRNA host genes. A circRNA-miRNA-mRNA axis depicted the regulatory mechanism in osteosarcoma. Among 1356 circRNAs with differential expression were identified across 226 original studies, only 74 were reported in at least three published sub-studies. Meta-analysis identified 58 dysregulated circRNAs (52 upregulated and 6 downregulated). Eleven circRNAs consistently showed dysregulation in tissues and cell lines, with hsa_circ_0005721 showing potential as a circulating biomarker in osteosarcoma. Sensitivity analysis demonstrated 97 % consistency. The overall area under the curve was 0.87 (95 % CI, 0.83-0.89). GO and KEGG enrichment analyses revealed host gene involvement in cancer. The circRNA-miRNA-mRNA axis revealed the regulatory axis and interactions within osteosarcoma specifically. This study demonstrates circRNAs as potential diagnostic biomarkers for osteosarcoma. Consistently reported dysregulated circRNAs are potential biomarkers in osteosarcoma pathogenesis, with hsa_circ_0005721 as a potential circulating biomarker for diagnosis and treatment.
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- Chunbin Zhou
- Center for Precision Health, School of Medical and Health Science, Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA, 6027, Australia
- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, 515041, China
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- Center for Precision Health, School of Medical and Health Science, Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA, 6027, Australia
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- Center for Precision Health, School of Medical and Health Science, Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA, 6027, Australia
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- Clinical Research Center, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, 515041, China
- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, 515041, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, 515041, China
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- Center for Precision Health, School of Medical and Health Science, Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA, 6027, Australia
- The First Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, 515041, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, 515041, China
- Minimally Invasive Spine Center, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, 515041, China
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Tong B, Chen H, Wang C, Zeng W, Li D, Liu P, Liu M, Jin X, Shang S. Clinical prediction models for knee pain in patients with knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review. Skeletal Radiol 2024; 53:1045-1059. [PMID: 38265451 DOI: 10.1007/s00256-024-04590-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2023] [Revised: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 12/15/2023] [Indexed: 01/25/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To identify and describe existing models for predicting knee pain in patients with knee osteoarthritis. METHODS The electronic databases PubMed, EMBASE, CINAHL, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library were searched from their inception to May 2023 for any studies to develop and validate a prediction model for predicting knee pain in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Two reviewers independently screened titles, abstracts, and full-text qualifications, and extracted data. Risk of bias was assessed using the PROBAST. Data extraction of eligible articles was extracted by a data extraction form based on CHARMS. The quality of evidence was graded according to GRADE. The results were summarized with descriptive statistics. RESULTS The search identified 2693 records. Sixteen articles reporting on 26 prediction models were included targeting occurrence (n = 9), others (n = 7), progression (n = 5), persistent (n = 2), incident (n = 1), frequent (n = 1), and flares (n = 1) of knee pain. Most of the studies (94%) were at high risk of bias. Model discrimination was assessed by the AUROC ranging from 0.62 to 0.81. The most common predictors were age, BMI, gender, baseline pain, and joint space width. Only frequent knee pain had a moderate quality of evidence; all other types of knee pain had a low quality of evidence. CONCLUSION There are many prediction models for knee pain in patients with knee osteoarthritis that do show promise. However, the clinical extensibility, applicability, and interpretability of predictive tools should be considered during model development.
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- Beibei Tong
- School of Nursing, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Nursing Department of Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China
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- School of Nursing, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- School of Nursing, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- School of Nursing, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- School of Nursing, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Macao Polytechnic University, Macao, China
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- School of Nursing, Peking University, Beijing, China.
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Lee H, La IS. Association between health literacy and self-management among middle-aged women: A systematic review. Patient Educ Couns 2024; 123:108188. [PMID: 38354431 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2024.108188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2023] [Revised: 01/27/2024] [Accepted: 01/30/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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OBJECTIVE We aimed to review and synthesize the literature on the association between health literacy (HL) and self-management in middle-aged women aged 35-64 years and examine the definitions and measurements of HL. METHODS Eleven electronic databases were used for searching specific terms. Experimental and non-experimental studies in English or Korean were included based on the eligibility criteria. Two authors independently conducted study selection, data extraction, and methodological quality assessment. RESULTS One experimental and 13 non-experimental studies were included. Of the 11 studies that defined HL, nine conceptualized it as reflecting multidimensional HL. Four studies measured HL capturing all dimensions of the concept (i.e., accessing, understanding, appraising, and applying) and two studies used context-specific HL measurements. Women with greater HL challenges generally had lower self-management context, process, and outcomes across the health continuum. CONCLUSIONS Enhancing HL is a critical strategy for improving self-management in middle-aged women. Future research should investigate the effectiveness of HL interventions on self-management considering multidimensional definitions and measures of HL. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS Health professionals should be alert to middle-aged women's HL and implement HL interventions that provide them with opportunities to access, understand, analyze, and utilize health-related information to effectively improve HL and engage in self-management.
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- Haein Lee
- College of Nursing, Daegu Catholic University, 33 Duryugongwon-ro 17-gil, Nam-gu, Daegu 42472, Republic of Korea
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- College of Nursing Science, Kyung Hee University, 26, Kyungheedae-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea.
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Issah I, Duah MS, Arko-Mensah J, Bawua SA, Agyekum TP, Fobil JN. Assessing the combined effect of multiple metal exposures on pregnancy and birth outcomes: Methodological insights in systematic review research. MethodsX 2024; 12:102558. [PMID: 38292318 PMCID: PMC10825682 DOI: 10.1016/j.mex.2024.102558] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2023] [Accepted: 01/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/01/2024] Open
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This systematic review focused on pregnant women and aimed to evaluate how exposure to multiple metals impacts their pregnancy and birth outcomes. Previous research has predominantly focused on the effects of individual metal exposures on adverse birth outcomes. However, it is crucial to recognize that real-world scenarios often involve simultaneous exposure to multiple pollutants. Recent studies have emphasized the significance of considering exposure to mixtures of metals to gain a more comprehensive understanding of their collective health impacts. This article outlines the essential steps taken during the systematic review process, which involved synthesizing existing evidence and evaluating the strength and consistency of the relationship between metal mixtures and pregnancy and birth outcomes.
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- Ibrahim Issah
- West Africa Center for Global Environmental & Occupational Health, College of Health Sciences, University of Ghana, Legon, Accra
- Department of Surgery, Tamale Teaching Hospital, Tamale, Ghana
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- West Africa Center for Global Environmental & Occupational Health, College of Health Sciences, University of Ghana, Legon, Accra
- Department of Biological, Environmental and Occupational Health, School of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, University of Ghana, Legon, Accra
- West African Center for Cell Biology of Infectious Pathogens, College of basic and Applied sciences, University of Ghana, Legon, Accra
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- West Africa Center for Global Environmental & Occupational Health, College of Health Sciences, University of Ghana, Legon, Accra
- Department of Biological, Environmental and Occupational Health, School of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, University of Ghana, Legon, Accra
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- West Africa Center for Global Environmental & Occupational Health, College of Health Sciences, University of Ghana, Legon, Accra
- Department of Biological, Environmental and Occupational Health, School of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, University of Ghana, Legon, Accra
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- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety, School of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi 00233, Ghana
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- West Africa Center for Global Environmental & Occupational Health, College of Health Sciences, University of Ghana, Legon, Accra
- Department of Biological, Environmental and Occupational Health, School of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, University of Ghana, Legon, Accra
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Goh CH, Ferdowsi M, Gan MH, Kwan BH, Lim WY, Tee YK, Rosli R, Tan MP. Assessing the efficacy of machine learning algorithms for syncope classification: A systematic review. MethodsX 2024; 12:102508. [PMID: 38162148 PMCID: PMC10755776 DOI: 10.1016/j.mex.2023.102508] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2023] [Accepted: 11/30/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024] Open
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Syncope is a transient loss of consciousness with rapid onset. The aims of the study were to systematically evaluate available machine learning (ML) algorithm for supporting syncope diagnosis to determine their performance compared to existing point scoring protocols. We systematically searched IEEE Xplore, Web of Science, and Elsevier for English articles (Jan 2011 - Sep 2021) on individuals aged five and above, employing ML algorithms in syncope detection with Head-up titl table test (HUTT)-monitored hemodynamic parameters and reported metrics. Extracted data encompassed subject count, age range, syncope protocols, ML type, hemodynamic parameters, and performance metrics. Of the 6301 studies initially identified, 10 studies, involving 1205 participants aged 5 to 82 years, met the inclusion criteria, and formed the basis for it. Selected studies must use ML algorithms in syncope detection with hemodynamic parameters recorded throughout HUTT. The overall ML algorithm performance achieved a sensitivity of 88.8% (95% CI: 79.4-96.1%), specificity of 81.5% (95% CI: 69.8-92.8%) and accuracy of 85.8% (95% CI: 78.6-92.8%). Machine learning improves syncope diagnosis compared to traditional scoring, requiring fewer parameters. Future enhancements with larger databases are anticipated. Integrating ML can curb needless admissions, refine diagnostics, and enhance the quality of life for syncope patients.
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- Choon-Hian Goh
- Department of Mechatronics and BioMedical Engineering, Lee Kong Chian Faculty of Engineering and Science, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, 43000 Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia
- Centre for Healthcare Science and Technology, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, 43000 Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Mechatronics and BioMedical Engineering, Lee Kong Chian Faculty of Engineering and Science, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, 43000 Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia
- Centre for Healthcare Science and Technology, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, 43000 Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Mechatronics and BioMedical Engineering, Lee Kong Chian Faculty of Engineering and Science, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, 43000 Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Mechatronics and BioMedical Engineering, Lee Kong Chian Faculty of Engineering and Science, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, 43000 Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia
- Centre for Healthcare Science and Technology, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, 43000 Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering, School of Engineering and Advanced Engineering Platform, Monash University Malaysia, Bandar Sunway 47500, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Mechatronics and BioMedical Engineering, Lee Kong Chian Faculty of Engineering and Science, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, 43000 Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia
- Centre for Healthcare Science and Technology, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, 43000 Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia
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- ACT4Health Services and Consultancy, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
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- Ageing and Age-Associated Disorders Research Group, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Department Medical Sciences, Faculty of Healthcare and Medical Sciences, Sunway University, 47500 Bandar Sunway, Malaysia
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Zhang P, Wan Y, Li H, Lin X. Relationship between perioperative anaphylaxis and history of allergies or allergic diseases: A systematic review and meta-analysis with meta-regression. J Clin Anesth 2024; 94:111408. [PMID: 38387242 DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinane.2024.111408] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2023] [Revised: 11/23/2023] [Accepted: 02/02/2024] [Indexed: 02/24/2024]
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STUDY OBJECTIVE We conducted this meta-analysis to summarize the available evidence and evaluate the relationship between a history of allergies/allergic diseases and perioperative anaphylaxis to offer preventive decision support. DESIGN Systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies. SETTING We searched the MEDLINE (OVID), EMBASE, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials databases for observational studies. Two investigators independently performed the search, screened the articles, and collected the study details. MEASUREMENTS Several databases were systematically searched to evaluate the relationship between a history of allergies/allergic diseases and perioperative anaphylaxis using subgroup analysis, sensitivity analysis and meta-regression. MAIN RESULTS A total of 19 studies involving 672 anaphylaxis episodes, 5608 immune-mediated reactions, and 1126 severe episodes met the eligibility criteria and were included in this meta-analysis. Drug allergies, food allergies, a history of allergies, and atopy increased the incidence of perioperative anaphylaxis (Drug allergies, odds ratio [OR] 3.54, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.07-11.69; Food allergies, OR 2.29, 95% CI 1.23-4.26; A history of allergies, OR 4.86, 95% CI 3.65-6.49; Atopy, OR 3.58, 95% CI 1.47-8.71), but not the presence of immune-mediated reactions and the severity of perioperative anaphylaxis. CONCLUSIONS Patients with previous drug allergies, food allergies, a history of allergies, or atopy are more likely to develop anaphylaxis during the perioperative period. Additional studies should be carried out to determine whether a history of allergies/allergic diseases is a major factor for perioperative anaphylaxis when confounders are controlled.
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- Panpan Zhang
- Department of Anesthesiology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, City of Chengdu, Sichuan 610041, China; Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children, Ministry of Education, Sichuan University, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, City of Chengdu, Sichuan 610041, China; Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children, Ministry of Education, Sichuan University, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, City of Chengdu, Sichuan 610041, China; Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children, Ministry of Education, Sichuan University, China.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, City of Chengdu, Sichuan 610041, China; Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children, Ministry of Education, Sichuan University, China.
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Harder R. Using Scopus and OpenAlex APIs to retrieve bibliographic data for evidence synthesis. A procedure based on Bash and SQL. MethodsX 2024; 12:102601. [PMID: 38361986 PMCID: PMC10867663 DOI: 10.1016/j.mex.2024.102601] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2023] [Accepted: 02/02/2024] [Indexed: 02/17/2024] Open
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Evidence synthesis methodologies rely on bibliographic data. The process of searching and retrieving bibliographic data can be supported by using bibliographic APIs. This paper presents a collection of code that serves both as a recipe book and a finished working example of how to interact with Scopus and OpenAlex APIs for the purpose of supporting evidence synthesis. While the procedure and code base presented here were developed as part of an evidence synthesis project in the field of nutrient recovery from human excreta and domestic wastewater for reuse in agriculture, the procedure and code base should be useful more broadly for evidence syntheses or bibliographic analyses also in other fields.•This paper presents a working example of how to interact with Scopus and OpenAlex APIs•The code base is written in SQL (MySQL) and Unix Shell (Bash)•The procedure was developed in an MacOS environment but should be portable to other environments.
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- Robin Harder
- Environmental Engineering Group, Department of Energy and Technology, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), Uppsala, Sweden
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Sguanci M, Mancin S, Piredda M, De Marinis MG. Protocol for conducting a systematic review on diagnostic accuracy in clinical research. MethodsX 2024; 12:102569. [PMID: 38304392 PMCID: PMC10831087 DOI: 10.1016/j.mex.2024.102569] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2023] [Accepted: 01/11/2024] [Indexed: 02/03/2024] Open
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In the landscape of modern medicine, the ability to accurately diagnose various clinical conditions is paramount. As new diagnostic tools continue to emerge, their accuracy must be rigorously assessed before clinical implementation. This paper introduces a systematic review protocol tailored for diagnostic accuracy studies, drawing inspiration from a review on dysphagia screening in post-stroke patients. The protocol, designed with precision and transparency at its core, facilitates a thorough synthesis of evidence, employing tools such as the Quality Assessment of Diagnostic Accuracy Studies-2 (QUADAS-2) and the Standards for Reporting of Diagnostic Accuracy Studies (STARD) checklist for robust evaluation. The protocol emphasizes registration with the PROSPERO database and adherence to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. The systematic search approach encompasses a comprehensive exploration of databases and precise keyword combinations. Distinctive inclusion and exclusion criteria, coupled with a dual-reviewer methodology, ensure the selection of high-quality studies. This framework has the potential to serve as a benchmark for systematic reviews in diagnostic accuracy, highlighting the importance of standardization, transparency, and adaptability in clinical research. This approach paves the way for a research methodology that delves deeper into diagnostic tools across various clinical scenarios, promoting evidence-based advancements in patient care.
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- Marco Sguanci
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, Research Unit of Nursing Science, Università Campus Bio-Medico di Roma, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Biomedicine and Prevention, University of Rome “Tor Vergata”, Rome, Italy
- IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital Rozzano, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, Research Unit of Nursing Science, Università Campus Bio-Medico di Roma, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, Research Unit of Nursing Science, Università Campus Bio-Medico di Roma, Roma, Italy
- Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Campus Bio-Medico, Roma, Italy
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Eyzaguirre IA, Fernandes ME. Combining methods to conduct a systematic review and propose a conceptual and theoretical framework in socio-environmental research. MethodsX 2024; 12:102484. [PMID: 38292315 PMCID: PMC10825693 DOI: 10.1016/j.mex.2023.102484] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 02/01/2024] Open
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This study aims to present a combination of methods and propose robust theoretical and conceptual frameworks for solving socio-environmental issues. This proposal included the Problem, Intervention, Context, and Outcome (PICO) framework and Protocol and Reporting result with Search, Appraisal, Synthesis, and Analysis framework, and develop (PSALSAR) method through SODIP steps: (i) Systematic review and meta-analysis defining the study from guiding questions; (ii) Open-source related to software and data; (iii) Data visualization and design information; (iv) Identification of gaps, challenges and trends through automation and lexicometric analysis; and (v) Proposal of theoretical and conceptual frameworks. This proposal defines the steps as support to combine and systematize information necessary to facilitate the production of this type of document using open-access software in the visualization and design of information. All these steps are replicable and essential to propose a conceptual and theoretical framework to contribute to the construction of knowledge in socio-environmental research and to propose solutions by filling in the gaps. In summary, this combination of methods shows:•The use of SODIP steps provides robustness and efficiency in carrying out review studies, facilitating the way to propose theoretical or conceptual frameworks.•Choosing to use open-source tools is essential for better evaluation and visualization of qualitative and quantitative data in review studies.•The combination of methods and data in the systematic review (scientific, political documents. and databases) supports the proposal of robust theoretical and conceptual frameworks.
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- Indira A. L. Eyzaguirre
- Programa de Pós-graduação em Biologia Ambiental, Laboratório de Ecologia de Manguezal (LAMA), Instituto de Estudos Costeiros (IECOS), Universidade Federal do Pará (UFPA), Alameda Leandro Ribeiro, CEP 68600-000, Aldeia, Bragança, Pará, Brazil
- Sarambui Civil Society Organization, Bragança, Pará, Brazil
- Departamento de Pesquisa, Resiliencia Innovadora, Lima, Perú
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Biologia Ambiental, Laboratório de Ecologia de Manguezal (LAMA), Instituto de Estudos Costeiros (IECOS), Universidade Federal do Pará (UFPA), Alameda Leandro Ribeiro, CEP 68600-000, Aldeia, Bragança, Pará, Brazil
- Sarambui Civil Society Organization, Bragança, Pará, Brazil
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Nhung NT, Phu DH, Carrique-Mas JJ, Padungtod P. A review and meta-analysis of non-typhoidal Salmonella in Vietnam: Challenges to the control and antimicrobial resistance traits of a neglected zoonotic pathogen. One Health 2024; 18:100698. [PMID: 38468610 PMCID: PMC10926303 DOI: 10.1016/j.onehlt.2024.100698] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2023] [Revised: 12/18/2023] [Accepted: 02/29/2024] [Indexed: 03/13/2024] Open
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Non-typhoidal Salmonella (NTS) is a food-borne zoonotic pathogen with important implications for human health. Despite its importance, the burden of NTS infections in Vietnam is unknown. We conducted a systematic review and a meta-analysis to describe the prevalence and phenotypic antimicrobial resistance (AMR) for NTS over time in Vietnam. Following PRISMA guidelines, we identified 72 studies from PubMed and Google Scholar containing data relevant to 'Salmonella', 'Salmonellosis', and 'Vietnam', or 'Viet Nam'. Of those, forty-two papers reporting prevalence of NTS, and twenty-six including data on phenotypic resistance were selected for meta-analysis. The prevalence of NTS ranged from 2% to 5% in humans and from 30% to 41% in samples from animals and the farm/slaughterhouse environment. Between 2000 and 2020 we observed a 27.3% (p = 0.044) increase in absolute terms in prevalence among individuals with enteric diseases and a 12.0% (p = 0.047) increase in aquaculture/seafood samples. The most commonly serovars identified across studies included S. Weltevreden (12.0%), followed by S. Typhimurium (10.1%), S. Derby (6.4%), S. London (5.8%), S. Anatum (4.4%), S. Rissen (3.9%), S. Enteritidis (3.7%), S. Albany (3.3%) and S. 4,[5],12:i:- (3.0%). Over the same period, there was an increasing trend in the pooled AMR prevalence for quinolones (15.6% relative increase), 3rd-, 4th-, and 5th-generation cephalosporins (23.7%), penicillins (16.1%), tetracyclines (12.9%), sulfonamides (8.8%), amphenicol (17.8%), and multidrug resistance (11.4%) (all p ≤ 0.014). A broad range of AMR genes (ARGs) were detected in both human and animal populations. The observed prevalence and AMR trends in Vietnam underscore the need of adopting a One Health strategy encompassing surveillance systems, research initiatives, and awareness campaigns to effectively address the challenges posed by NTS.
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- Nguyen Thi Nhung
- Oxford University Clinical Research Unit, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
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- Faculty of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Nong Lam University, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
- Doctoral Program in Health Sciences, College of Graduate Studies, Walailak University, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand
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- Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), Hanoi, Viet Nam
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Han J, Lai H, Li W, Liao H, Xiao C, Li X, You F, Guo J. Efficacy and safety of traditional plant-based medicines for preventing chronic oxaliplatin-induced peripheral neurotoxicity in patients with colorectal cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis with core herb contribution. J Ethnopharmacol 2024; 326:117735. [PMID: 38211824 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2024.117735] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2023] [Revised: 10/05/2023] [Accepted: 01/07/2024] [Indexed: 01/13/2024]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Traditional plant-based medicines (TMs) have been widely used to prevent chronic oxaliplatin-induced peripheral neurotoxicity (OIPN). However, the prevention and safety of TMs for chronic OIPN remain ambiguous. Furthermore, diverse TM prescriptions and complicated components limit in-depth research on the mechanisms of TMs. AIM OF THIS STUDY To determine core TMs and potential pharmacological pathways on the basis of a thorough investigation into the preventive benefits and safety of oral TMs for chronic OIPN in colorectal cancer (CRC). METHODS A search of the PubMed, Cochrane, Embase, CNKI, VIP, and Wanfang databases for RCTs reporting on TMs for chronic OIPN was conducted through December 1, 2022. Subgroup analysis, sensitivity analysis and meta-regression were applied to assess the impacts of influencing variables. The assessment of Risk of Bias was relied on Cochrane Risk of Bias tool. The funnel plot, Egger's test, and the Trim and Fill method were applied to identify potential publication bias. Trial sequential analyses (TSA) were carried out by the TSA tool to increase the robustness. The assessment of the quality of evidence was according to the GRADE system. System pharmacology analysis was employed to screen core herbal combinations to elucidate possible mechanisms for preventing chronic OIPN in CRC. RESULTS The pooled effect estimate with robustness increased by TSA analysis demonstrated that oral TMs appeared to significantly decrease the incidence of chronic OIPN (RR = 0.66, 95% CI (0.56, 0.78); P<0.00001), leukocytopenia (RR = 0.65, 95% CI (0.54,0.79); P<0.00001), and nausea and vomiting (RR = 0.72, 95% CI (0.61,0.84); P<0.0001) as well as improve the Objective Response Rate (ORR) (RR = 1.31, 95% CI (1.09,1.56); P = 0.003). The incidence of severe chronic OIPN was revealed a significant reduction, particularly when chemotherapy was administered for periods of time shorter than six months (RR = 0.33, 95% CI (0.15,0.71); P = 0.005; actuation duration<3 months; RR = 0.33, 95% CI (0.17,0.62); P = 0.0007; actuation duration≥3 months, <6 months). The considerable heterogeneity among studies may be attributable to the severity of dysfunction categorized by grade and accumulated dosage. Using core TMs consisting of Astragalus membranaceus (Fisch.) Bunge, Atractylodes Macrocephala Koidz., Poria cocos (Schw.) Wolf, and Codonopsis pilosula (Franch.) Nannf. To regulate nuclear factor-kappa B against inflammation caused by activation of microglia might be an approach to preventing chronic OIPN. CONCLUSIONS TMs appear to be effective and safe in the prevention of chronic OIPN, especially severe chronic OIPN. Additionally, core TMs consisting of Astragalus membranaceus (Fisch.) Bunge, Atractylodes Macrocephala Koidz., Poria cocos (Schw.) Wolf, and Codonopsis pilosula (Franch.) Nannf were presumably responsible for reducing the incidence of chronic OIPN, and the mechanism may be related to relieving inflammation. However, quality-assured trials with long-term follow-up for exploring inflammatory factors and preliminary research on core TMs and pharmacological pathways are needed.
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- Jierong Han
- Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 39 Shierqiao Road, Jinniu District, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610075, China.
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- Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 39 Shierqiao Road, Jinniu District, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610075, China.
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- Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 39 Shierqiao Road, Jinniu District, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610075, China; Evidence-based Traditional Chinese Medicine Center of Sichuan Province, No. 39 Shierqiao Road, Jinniu District, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610075, China.
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- Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 39 Shierqiao Road, Jinniu District, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610075, China.
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- Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 39 Shierqiao Road, Jinniu District, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610075, China; Cancer Institute of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 39 Shierqiao Road, Jinniu District, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610075, China.
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- Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 39 Shierqiao Road, Jinniu District, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610075, China; Tumor Teaching and Research Office of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 39 Shierqiao Road, Jinniu District, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610075, China.
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- Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 39 Shierqiao Road, Jinniu District, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610075, China; Cancer Institute of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 39 Shierqiao Road, Jinniu District, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610075, China.
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- Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 39 Shierqiao Road, Jinniu District, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610075, China.
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Tsoi A, Gomez A, Boström C, Pezzella D, Chow JW, Girard-Guyonvarc'h C, Stamm T, Arnaud L, Parodis I. Efficacy of lifestyle interventions in the management of systemic lupus erythematosus: a systematic review of the literature. Rheumatol Int 2024; 44:765-778. [PMID: 38451302 PMCID: PMC10980639 DOI: 10.1007/s00296-024-05548-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2023] [Accepted: 01/24/2024] [Indexed: 03/08/2024]
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We performed a systematic review to explore existing evidence regarding the efficacy of lifestyle interventions for the management of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The search was conducted on the 22nd of June 2021 for publications between 1st of January 2000 and the date of search. Additional articles within the aforementioned timeframe and until December 2023 were added by hand searching. Databases utilized were Medline, Embase, Web of Science, and Cinahl. Lifestyle interventions were defined as any intervention encompassing one or more of the following: physical exercise, diet and nutrition, mental health, harmful exposures, sleep, and social relations. The Joanna Briggs Institute critical appraisal tools were used for risk of bias assessment. The search yielded 11,274 unique records, we assessed the full text of 199 records, and finally included 102 studies. Overall, the quality of the evidence is limited, and there were multiple sources of heterogeneity. The two domains most extensively researched were mental health (40 records) and physical exercise (39 records). Psychological interventions had a positive effect on depressive symptoms, anxiety, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL), whereas physical exercise improved fatigue, depressive symptoms, aerobic capacity, and physical functioning. Studies on diet and nutrition (15 records) support that low fat intake and Mediterranean diet may be beneficial for reducing cardiovascular risk, but large interventional studies are lacking. Studies on harmful exposures (7 records) support photoprotection and use of sunscreen. While studies imply benefits regarding disease burden and drug efficacy in non-smokers and regarding HRQoL in normal-weight patients, more survey is needed on tobacco smoking and alcohol consumption, as well as weight control strategies. Studies on social relations (1 record) and sleep (no records) were sparse or non-existent. In conclusion, psychosocial interventions are viable for managing depressive symptoms, and exercise appears essential for reducing fatigue and improving aerobic capacity and physical function. Photoprotection should be recommended to all patients. Lifestyle interventions should be considered a complement, not a substitute, to pharmacotherapy.
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- Alexander Tsoi
- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine Solna, Karolinska Institutet, SE-171 76, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Gastroenterology, Dermatology and Rheumatology, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine Solna, Karolinska Institutet, SE-171 76, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Gastroenterology, Dermatology and Rheumatology, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Physiotherapy, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine Solna, Karolinska Institutet, SE-171 76, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Gastroenterology, Dermatology and Rheumatology, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine Solna, Karolinska Institutet, SE-171 76, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Gastroenterology, Dermatology and Rheumatology, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, University Hospital of Geneva and Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Section for Outcomes Research, Center for Medical Statistics, Informatics and Intelligent Systems, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
- Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Arthritis and Rehabilitation, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Rheumatology, Hôpitaux Universitaires de Strasbourg, Centre National de Référence (RESO), INSERM UMR-S 1109, Strasbourg, France
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine Solna, Karolinska Institutet, SE-171 76, Stockholm, Sweden.
- Department of Gastroenterology, Dermatology and Rheumatology, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.
- Department of Rheumatology, Faculty of Medicine and Health, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden.
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Oliveira C, Mainoli B, Duarte GS, Machado T, Tinoco RG, Esperança-Martins M, Ferreira JJ, Costa J. Immune-related serious adverse events with immune checkpoint inhibitors: Systematic review and network meta-analysis. Eur J Clin Pharmacol 2024; 80:677-684. [PMID: 38372756 PMCID: PMC11001692 DOI: 10.1007/s00228-024-03647-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2023] [Accepted: 02/03/2024] [Indexed: 02/20/2024]
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PURPOSE Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) have revolutionized cancer treatment, though uncertainty exists regarding their immune-related safety. The objective of this study was to assess the comparative safety profile (odds ratio) of ICIs and estimate the absolute rate of immune-related serious adverse events (irSAEs) in cancer patients undergoing treatment with ICIs. METHODS We searched for randomized trials till February 2021, including all ICIs for all cancers. Primary outcome was overall irSAEs, and secondary outcomes were pneumonitis, colitis, hepatitis, hypophysitis, myocarditis, nephritis, and pancreatitis. We conducted Bayesian network meta-analyses, estimated absolute rates and ranked treatments according to the surface under the cumulative ranking curve (SUCRA). RESULTS We included 96 trials (52,811 participants, median age 62 years). Risk of bias was high in most trials. Most cancers were non-small cell lung cancer (28 trials) and melanoma (15 trials). The worst-ranked ICI was ipilimumab (SUCRA 14%; event rate 848/10,000 patients) while the best-ranked ICI was atezolizumab (SUCRA 82%; event rate 119/10,000 patients). CONCLUSION Each ICI showed a unique safety profile, with certain events more frequently observed with specific ICIs, which should be considered when managing cancer patients.
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- Clara Oliveira
- Laboratório de Farmacologia Clínica e Terapêutica, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Avenida Professor Egas Moniz, 1649-028, Lisbon, Portugal
- Instituto de Medicina Molecular João Lobo Antunes, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Laboratório de Farmacologia Clínica e Terapêutica, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Avenida Professor Egas Moniz, 1649-028, Lisbon, Portugal
- Instituto de Medicina Molecular João Lobo Antunes, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
- Clinical Research Unit, Research Center of IPO Porto (CI-IPOP)/RISE@CI-IPOP (Health Research Network), Portuguese Oncology Institute of Porto (IPO Porto)/Porto Comprehensive Cancer Center (Porto.CCC), Porto, Portugal
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- Laboratório de Farmacologia Clínica e Terapêutica, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Avenida Professor Egas Moniz, 1649-028, Lisbon, Portugal
- Instituto de Medicina Molecular João Lobo Antunes, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
- Clinical Pharmacology Department, Hospital da Luz Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Laboratório de Farmacologia Clínica e Terapêutica, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Avenida Professor Egas Moniz, 1649-028, Lisbon, Portugal
- Instituto de Medicina Molecular João Lobo Antunes, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Laboratório de Farmacologia Clínica e Terapêutica, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Avenida Professor Egas Moniz, 1649-028, Lisbon, Portugal
- Instituto de Medicina Molecular João Lobo Antunes, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
- Departamento Médico Grunenthal, SA, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Instituto de Medicina Molecular João Lobo Antunes, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
- Department of Medical Oncology, Centro Hospitalar Universitário Lisboa Norte, Hospital Santa Maria, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Laboratório de Farmacologia Clínica e Terapêutica, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Avenida Professor Egas Moniz, 1649-028, Lisbon, Portugal
- Instituto de Medicina Molecular João Lobo Antunes, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
- 7CNS-Campus Neurológico Sénior, Torres Vedras, Portugal
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- Laboratório de Farmacologia Clínica e Terapêutica, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Avenida Professor Egas Moniz, 1649-028, Lisbon, Portugal.
- Instituto de Medicina Molecular João Lobo Antunes, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal.
- Centro de Estudos de Medicina Baseada na Evidência, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal.
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Chen C, Zhou Y, Xu JY, Song HY, Yin XW, Gu ZJ. Effect of peer support interventions in patients with type 2 diabetes: A systematic review. Patient Educ Couns 2024; 122:108172. [PMID: 38320444 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2024.108172] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2023] [Revised: 01/20/2024] [Accepted: 01/22/2024] [Indexed: 02/08/2024]
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OBJECTIVE This study aims to assess the effectiveness of a peer support intervention on the quality of life (QOL), self-management, self-efficacy, glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), and depression in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). METHODS A systematic review was conducted by searching 10 databases, namely PubMed, The Cochrane Library, Embase, Medline, CINHAL, Web of Science, Sinomed, CNKI, WanFang Data, and VIP for articles published from January 1974 to April 2023. RESULTS A total of 12 studies were included. A narrative synthesis of the results showed that peer support significantly improved QOL, self-management, self-efficacy, and HbA1c control in patients with T2DM, but had no significant effect on depression. CONCLUSION Peer support is an effective intervention for individuals with T2DM. Future research should focus on more rigorously designed and larger-sample studies. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS Peer support proves to be effective for managing patients with T2DM. Current peer support interventions can provide valuable ideas that can guide the direction of future research.
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- Chen Chen
- School of Nursing, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- School of Nursing, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- School of Nursing, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- School of Nursing, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- School of Nursing, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- School of Nursing, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China; The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China.
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Walpola RL, Issakhany D, Gisev N, Hopkins RE. The accessibility of pharmacist prescribing and impacts on medicines access: A systematic review. Res Social Adm Pharm 2024; 20:475-486. [PMID: 38326207 DOI: 10.1016/j.sapharm.2024.01.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2023] [Revised: 01/09/2024] [Accepted: 01/10/2024] [Indexed: 02/09/2024]
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BACKGROUND Pharmacist prescribing has been introduced in several countries as a strategy to improve access to health care and medicines. However, the direct impacts of pharmacist prescribing on medicines access, and the overall accessibility of pharmacist prescribing services, are not well known. OBJECTIVES This systematic review aimed to assess the direct impacts of pharmacist prescribing on medicines access, and the accessibility of pharmacist prescribing services, in community and primary care settings. METHODS PubMed, Embase, and CINAHL were searched for studies published in English between 01 January 2003 to 15 June 2023. Both quantitative and qualitative primary studies were included if they described pharmacist prescribing in a primary care setting. Outcomes included findings related to access to medicines as a result of pharmacist prescribing (primary outcome), and access to pharmacist prescribing services overall (secondary outcome). Narrative synthesis of outcomes was undertaken. RESULTS A total of 47 studies were included from four countries (United States, United Kingdom, Canada, New Zealand). Thirteen studies provided evidence that pharmacist prescribing may improve medicines access in several ways, including: increasing the proportion of eligible people receiving medicines, increasing the number of overall dispensed prescriptions, or reducing time to receipt of treatment. The remainder of the included studies reported on the accessibility of pharmacist prescribing services. Published studies highlight that pharmacist prescribers practicing in community settings are generally accessible, with pharmacist prescribers viewed by patients as easy and convenient to consult. There was limited evidence about the affordability of pharmacy prescribing services, and a number of potential equity issues were observed, including reduced access to pharmacist prescribers in more socioeconomically disadvantaged areas and those with greater proportions of populations at risk of health inequities, such as culturally and linguistically diverse communities. CONCLUSIONS This systematic review found that pharmacist prescribing services were both highly accessible and beneficial in improving access to medicines. However, measures of medicines access varied, and few studies included direct measures of medicines access as an outcome of pharmacist prescribing, highlighting a need for future studies to incorporate direct measures of medicines access when assessing the impact of pharmacist prescribing services.
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- Ramesh L Walpola
- School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, UNSW Sydney, Sydney, Australia; School of Population Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, UNSW Sydney, Sydney, Australia.
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- School of Population Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, UNSW Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre, UNSW Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre, UNSW Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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Magi CE, Rasero L, Mannucci E, Bonaccorsi G, Ranaldi F, Pazzagli L, Faraoni P, Mulinacci N, Bambi S, Longobucco Y, Dicembrini I, Iovino P. Use of ancient grains for the management of diabetes mellitus: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Nutr Metab Cardiovasc Dis 2024; 34:1110-1128. [PMID: 38553358 DOI: 10.1016/j.numecd.2024.03.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2023] [Revised: 02/15/2024] [Accepted: 03/03/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024]
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AIMS A systematic review and meta-analysis of published randomized controlled trials was conducted to collate evidence from studies implementing ancient grains and investigate the impact of ancient grain consumption on health outcomes of patients with Diabetes Mellitus (DM). DATA SYNTHESIS Twenty-nine randomized controlled trials were included, and 13 were meta-analyzed. Interventions ranged from 1 day to 24 weeks; most samples were affected by DM type 2 (n = 28 studies) and the ancient grains used were oats (n = 10 studies), brown rice (n = 6 studies), buckwheat (n = 4 studies), chia (n = 3 studies), Job's Tears (n = 2 studies), and barley, Khorasan and millet (n = 1 study). Thirteen studies that used oats, brown rice, and chia provided data for a quantitative synthesis. Four studies using oats showed a small to moderate beneficial effect on health outcomes including LDL-c (n = 717, MD: 0.30 mmol/l, 95% CI: 0.42 to -0.17, Z = 4.61, p < 0.05, I2 = 0%), and TC (n = 717, MD: 0.44 mmol/l, 95% CI: 0.63 to -0.24, Z = 4.40, p < 0.05, I2 = 0%). Pooled analyses of studies using chia and millet did not show significant effects on selected outcomes. CONCLUSIONS For adults affected by DM type 2, the use of oats may improve lipidic profile. Further experimental designs are needed in interventional research to better understand the effects of ancient grains on diabetes health outcomes. PROSPERO REGISTRATION CRD42023422386.
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Diabetology and Metabolic Diseases, Careggi Teaching Hospital, Florence, Italy; Department of Experimental and Clinical Biomedical Sciences, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Biomedical Sciences, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Biomedical Sciences, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Biomedical Sciences, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Neurosciences, Psychology, Drug Research and Child Health, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Biomedical Sciences, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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Dasgupta T, Horgan G, Peterson L, Mistry HD, Balls E, Wilson M, Smith V, Boulding H, Sheen KS, Van Citters A, Nelson EC, Duncan EL, Dadelszen PV, Rayment-Jones H, Silverio SA, Magee LA. Women's experiences of maternity care in the United Kingdom during the COVID-19 pandemic: A follow-up systematic review and qualitative evidence synthesis. Women Birth 2024; 37:101588. [PMID: 38431430 DOI: 10.1016/j.wombi.2024.02.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2023] [Revised: 02/06/2024] [Accepted: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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BACKGROUND Maternity care services in the United Kingdom have undergone drastic changes due to pandemic-related restrictions. Prior research has shown maternity care during the pandemic was negatively experienced by women and led to poor physical and mental health outcomes in pregnancy. A synthesis is required of published research on women's experiences of maternity care during the latter half of the COVID-19 pandemic. AIM To update a previous systematic review of maternity care experiences during the pandemic to June 2021, exploring experiences of maternity care specifically within the United Kingdom and how they may have changed, in order to inform future maternity services. METHODS A systematic review of qualitative literature was conducted using comprehensive searches of five electronic databases and the Cochrane COVID Study Register, published between 1 June 2021 and 13 October 2022, and further updated to 30 September 2023. Thematic Synthesis was utilised for data synthesis. FINDINGS Of 21,860 records identified, 27 studies were identified for inclusion. Findings included 14 descriptive themes across the five core concepts: (1)Care-seeking and experience; (2)Virtual care; (3)Self-monitoring; (4)COVID-19 vaccination; (5)Ethical future of maternity care. DISCUSSION Our findings in the UK are consistent with those globally, and extend those of the previous systematic review, particularly about women's perceptions of the COVID-19 vaccine during pregnancy. CONCLUSION Our findings suggest the following are important to women for future maternity care: personalisation and inclusiveness; clear and evidence-based communication to facilitate informed decision-making; and achieving balance between social commitments and time spent settling into motherhood.
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- Tisha Dasgupta
- Department of Women & Children's Health, School of Life Course & Population Sciences, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Women & Children's Health, School of Life Course & Population Sciences, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Women & Children's Health, School of Life Course & Population Sciences, King's College London, London, United Kingdom; Department of Population Health Sciences, School of Life Course & Population Sciences, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Women & Children's Health, School of Life Course & Population Sciences, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- The RESILIENT Study Patient & Public Involvement & Engagement Advisory Group, United Kingdom
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- Department of Women & Children's Health, School of Life Course & Population Sciences, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- School of Nursing & Midwifery, Faculty of Health Sciences, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin, Republic of Ireland; School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Systems, College of Health and Agricultural Sciences, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- The Policy Institute, Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Social Sciences, College of Health, Science and Society, University of the West of England Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom; The RESILIENT Study Technical Advisory Group, United Kingdom
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- The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy & Clinical Practice, Geisel School of Medicine, Dartmouth College, NH, United States
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- The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy & Clinical Practice, Geisel School of Medicine, Dartmouth College, NH, United States
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- Department of Twin Research & Genetic Epidemiology, School of Life Course & Population Sciences, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Women & Children's Health, School of Life Course & Population Sciences, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Women & Children's Health, School of Life Course & Population Sciences, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Women & Children's Health, School of Life Course & Population Sciences, King's College London, London, United Kingdom; School of Psychology, Faculty of Health, Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool, United Kingdom
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- Department of Women & Children's Health, School of Life Course & Population Sciences, King's College London, London, United Kingdom.
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Tirla L, Sârbescu P, Rusu A. Assessing the effectiveness of psychoeducational interventions on driving behavior: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Accid Anal Prev 2024; 199:107496. [PMID: 38359672 DOI: 10.1016/j.aap.2024.107496] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2023] [Revised: 01/10/2024] [Accepted: 02/02/2024] [Indexed: 02/17/2024]
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This review aimed to quantitatively summarize the evidence concerning the effectiveness of psychoeducational interventions on driving behavior. A final pool of 138 studies, totaling approximately 97,000 participants, was included in the analyses and covered all types of driving behavior targeted by the interventions. Using a random effects model, significant results were found for almost all driving outcomes, both post-intervention and long-term. The strongest effect was for reducing distracted driving at post-intervention (d = 1.87 [1.12, 2.60], Z = 4.94, p < 0.001). The only non-significant effects were for reducing errors in the long term (d = 0.50 [-0.87, 1.86], Z = 0.71, p = 0.48) and driving under the influence at post-intervention (d = 0.35 [0.00, 0.71], Z = 1.96, p = 0.05). Concerning which type of intervention was more effective, feedback, training and motivational ones appear to work best. Educational interventions show only weak effects, while awareness interventions seem mostly ineffective. Overall, our results show that most interventions can reduce different types of driving behaviors, but there are specific aspects to be considered based on the targeted behavior.
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Dos Santos Bitencourt A, Vargas Filho RL, da Silveira Prestes G, Rodrigues Uggioni ML, Marçal F, Colonetti T, da Rosa MI. Evaluation of N-acetyl-β-D-glucosaminidase as a prognostic marker for diabetic nephropathy in type 2 diabetics: systematic review and meta-analysis. Int Urol Nephrol 2024; 56:1651-1661. [PMID: 37898960 DOI: 10.1007/s11255-023-03843-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2023] [Accepted: 10/08/2023] [Indexed: 10/31/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This review aimed to assess the utility of urinary N-acetyl-β-D-glucosaminidase (uNAG) as a prognostic biomarker for nephropathy in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. METHODS The search for relevant studies was conducted across multiple databases, including PubMed (Medline), EMBASE, LILACS, CENTRAL, IBECS, and gray literature. We employed a random effects model to calculate the standardized mean difference and 95% confidence interval. Furthermore, we assessed heterogeneity using Cochrane's Q test and Higgins' I2 statistics. RESULTS This review included a total of 16 articles involving 1669 patients, with 13 being case-control studies and three being cohorts. The meta-analysis conducted across all studies revealed significant heterogeneity. However, subgroup analysis of four studies indicated that an increase in uNAG among normoalbuminuric patients was associated with the development of macroalbuminuria (DMP = - 1.47; 95% CI = - 1.98 to 0.95; p < 0.00001; I2 = 45%). Conversely, it did not demonstrate effectiveness in predicting the development of microalbuminuria (DMP = 0.26; 95% CI = - 0.08 to 0.60; p = 0.13; I2 = 17%). CONCLUSIONS Elevated uNAG levels in normoalbuminuric patients may indicate an increased risk for the development of macroalbuminuria, but not microalbuminuria. However, the high heterogeneity observed among the studies highlights the necessity for further research to validate these findings.
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- Laboratory of Translational Biomedicine, University of Extremo Sul Catarinense, Criciúma, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Translational Biomedicine, University of Extremo Sul Catarinense, Criciúma, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Translational Biomedicine, University of Extremo Sul Catarinense, Criciúma, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Translational Biomedicine, University of Extremo Sul Catarinense, Criciúma, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Translational Biomedicine, University of Extremo Sul Catarinense, Criciúma, Santa Catarina, Brazil.
- , Rua Cruz e Souza, 510, Bairro Pio Correa, Criciúma, SC, 88811-550, Brazil.
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Rezaeizadeh G, Mansournia MA, Keshtkar A, Farahani Z, Zarepour F, Sharafkhah M, Kelishadi R, Poustchi H. Maternal education and its influence on child growth and nutritional status during the first two years of life: a systematic review and meta-analysis. EClinicalMedicine 2024; 71:102574. [PMID: 38596614 PMCID: PMC11001623 DOI: 10.1016/j.eclinm.2024.102574] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2024] [Revised: 03/14/2024] [Accepted: 03/15/2024] [Indexed: 04/11/2024] Open
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Background The first 1000 days of life are critical for a child's health and development. Impaired growth during this period is linked to increased child morbidity, mortality, and long-term consequences. Undernutrition is the main cause, and addressing it within the first 1000 days of life is vital. Maternal education is consistently identified as a significant predictor of child undernutrition, but its specific impact remains to be determined. This study presents a systematic review and meta-analysis investigating the influence of high versus low maternal education levels on child growth from birth to age two, using population-based cohort studies. Methods Databases including PubMed, Scopus, EMBASE, Web of Science, ERIC, and Google Scholar were searched from January 1990 to January 2024 using appropriate search terms. We included population-based cohort studies of healthy children aged two years and under and their mothers, categorizing maternal education levels. Child growth and nutritional outcomes were assessed using various indicators. Two reviewers independently conducted data extraction and assessed study quality. The Newcastle Ottawa scale was utilized for quality assessment. Random-effects models were used for meta-analysis, and heterogeneity was assessed using the Cochrane Q and I2 statistic. Subgroup and sensitivity analyses were performed, and publication bias was evaluated. Findings The literature search retrieved 14,295 titles, and after full-text screening of 639 reports, 35 studies were included, covering eight outcomes: weight for age z-score (WAZ), height for age z-score (HAZ), BMI for age z-scores (BMIZ), overweight, underweight, stunting, wasting, and rapid weight gain. In middle-income countries, higher maternal education is significantly associated with elevated WAZ (MD 0.398, 95% CI 0.301-0.496) and HAZ (MD 0.388, 95% CI 0.102-0.673) in children. Similarly, in studies with low-educated population, higher maternal education is significantly linked to increased WAZ (MD 0.186, 95% CI 0.078-0.294) and HAZ (0.200, 95% CI 0.036-0.365). However, in high-income and highly educated population, this association is either absent or reversed. In high-income countries, higher maternal education is associated with a non-significant lower BMI-Z (MD -0.028, 95% CI -0.061 to 0.006). Notably, this inverse association is statistically significant in low-educated populations (MD -0.045, 95% CI -0.079 to -0.011) but not in highly educated populations (MD 0.003, 95% CI -0.093 to 0.098). Interpretation Maternal education's association with child growth varies based on country income and education levels. Further research is needed to understand this relationship better. Funding This study was a student thesis supported financially by Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS).
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- Golnaz Rezaeizadeh
- Digestive Diseases Research Center, Digestive Diseases Research Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Disaster and Emergency Health, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Maternal, Fetal, and Neonatal Research Center, Family Health Research Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- School of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Liver and Pancreatobiliary Diseases Research Center, Digestive Diseases Research Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Paediatrics, Child Growth and Development Research Center, Research Institute for Primordial Prevention of Non-communicable Disease, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Liver and Pancreatobiliary Diseases Research Center, Digestive Diseases Research Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Solow R. Structured critical analysis correction of a systematic review. Cranio 2024; 42:333-340. [PMID: 34132634 DOI: 10.1080/08869634.2021.1941541] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVE : Systematic reviews (SRs) are an increasingly important format in the scientific literature. Commentaries on improvements to the SR format have focused on methodological quality, but a greater concern is a frequent lack of critical analysis. A structured critical analysis (SCA) was described as a solution to this deficiency. METHODS : Recommendations and conclusions of a recent SR were analyzed with a SCA to address common problems previously reported with the SR format. RESULTS : Errors in the component studies and their interpretation by the SR that led to erroneous recommendations were presented. The 5-part SCA provided comprehensive analysis that corrected the SR, which had accepted the component study conclusions verbatim. CONCLUSION : The SCA is a logical approach to provide critical thinking in SRs to ensure appropriate conclusions. This is especially important, as many SRs report contradictory evidence. Also, the reader can use the SCA format to better understand existing literature.
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Wu T, Zhou L, Liao X, He Y, Xu R, Luo D. Efficacy and safety of chinese herbal foot bath for hypertension: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Complement Ther Med 2024; 81:103029. [PMID: 38401689 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2024.103029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2023] [Revised: 02/16/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 02/26/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Hypertension is a prevalent condition with significant impacts on human health. Chinese herbal foot bath, a traditional Chinese medicine treatment, is believed to help manage hypertension. OBJECTIVE This systematic review aims to assess the efficacy of combining Chinese herbal foot bath with conventional treatment for hypertension. METHODS A thorough search across eight databases was conducted to identify relevant studies on Chinese herbal foot bath for hypertension. Randomized controlled trials examining the benefits and risks of using Chinese herbal foot bath combined with conventional treatment for hypertension were included. Blood pressure changes before and after the Chinese herbal foot bath were assessed, and outcomes were analyzed using Review Manager 5.3 software. The certainty of evidence was evaluated using the GRADE tool. RESULTS Compared to conventional treatment, Chinese herbal foot bath combined with conventional treatment demonstrated greater effectiveness in reducing systolic blood pressure (MD 6.69, 95% CI: 5.86 to 7.53, p < 0.00001) and diastolic blood pressure (MD 5.83, 95% CI: 5.23 to 6.43, p < 0.00001), which reported fewer adverse effects.These studies commonly present issues such as inadequate randomization, lack of blinding, and absence of independent testing for the purity or potency of herbs. CONCLUSION The meta-analysis suggests that Chinese herbal foot bath combined with conventional treatment may effectively manage hypertension, with few adverse effects. However, high-quality clinical trials are still needed to confirm these findings due to methodological weaknesses in randomization, blinding, long-term follow-up, and independent testing for the purity and potency of herbs.
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- Tong Wu
- First Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- First Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- First Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- First Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- First Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Shenzhen Hospital (Longgang), Shenzhen, China.
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Ball EL, Morillo L, Poyner E, McIntosh AM, Iveson MH. Cognitive ability in early life and risk of depression in adulthood: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Affect Disord 2024; 352:498-508. [PMID: 38369261 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2024.02.059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2023] [Revised: 02/13/2024] [Accepted: 02/15/2024] [Indexed: 02/20/2024]
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BACKGROUND There is an established association between cognitive ability and risk of depression, though the direction of this association is unclear. Measuring cognitive ability in childhood, prior to the diagnosis of depression, could help to understand whether childhood cognitive ability is associated with a later diagnosis of depression. This systematic review and meta-analysis explored the association between childhood cognitive ability and risk of depression in adulthood. METHODS We searched five databases to January 2024. We included studies that assessed cognitive ability in childhood (<18 years) and depression in adulthood. We excluded studies with very specific populations. We pooled each study's most-adjusted correlation coefficient in a random-effects meta-analysis. When studies reported a dichotomous outcome (depression/no depression), we converted the effect size to a correlation coefficient. Subgroup analyses were performed to explore sources of heterogeneity. RESULTS 18 articles (19 cohorts) were included. There was no association between childhood cognitive ability and depression in adulthood (20 sample populations, N = 45,786, r = -0.04, 95 % CI = -0.09 to 0.01, p = 0.09). Neither age at cognitive assessment, length of follow-up, using a continuous/categorical measure of depression, or sex, significantly influenced the association. We rated most studies as having moderate risk of bias. LIMITATIONS We limited the literature search to studies written in English. Existing studies were also heterogeneous, often adjusting for a variety of covariates. CONCLUSIONS Our meta-analysis found no association between childhood cognitive ability and depression in adulthood. Future, longitudinal population-level studies should endeavour to control for potential mediators across the life-course (e.g., demographic and environmental factors).
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- Emily L Ball
- Division of Psychiatry, Centre for Clinical Brain Sciences, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK.
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- Division of Psychiatry, Centre for Clinical Brain Sciences, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Division of Psychiatry, Centre for Clinical Brain Sciences, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Division of Psychiatry, Centre for Clinical Brain Sciences, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Division of Psychiatry, Centre for Clinical Brain Sciences, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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Ceric A, Holgersson J, May TL, Skrifvars MB, Hästbacka J, Saxena M, Aneman A, Delaney A, Reade MC, Delcourt C, Jakobsen JC, Nielsen N. Effect of level of sedation on outcomes in critically ill adult patients: a systematic review of clinical trials with meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis. EClinicalMedicine 2024; 71:102569. [PMID: 38572080 PMCID: PMC10990717 DOI: 10.1016/j.eclinm.2024.102569] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2024] [Revised: 03/11/2024] [Accepted: 03/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/05/2024] Open
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Background Sedation is routinely administered to critically ill patients to alleviate anxiety, discomfort, and patient-ventilator asynchrony. However, it must be balanced against risks such as delirium and prolonged intensive care stays. This study aimed to investigate the effects of different levels of sedation in critically ill adults. Methods Systematic review with meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis (TSA) of randomised clinical trials including critically ill adults admitted to the intensive care unit. CENTRAL, MEDLINE, Embase, LILACS, and Web of Science were searched from their inception to 13 June 2023. Risks of bias were assessed using the Cochrane risk of bias tool. Primary outcome was all-cause mortality. Aggregate data were synthesised with meta-analyses and TSA, and the certainty of the evidence was assessed using the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) approach. This study is registered with PROSPERO: CRD42023386960. Findings Fifteen trials randomising 4352 patients were included, of which 13 were assessed high risk of bias. Meta-analyses comparing lighter to deeper sedation showed no evidence of a difference in all-cause mortality (risk ratio (RR) 0.94, 95% confidence interval (CI) 0.83-1.06; p = 0.28; 15 trials; moderate certainty evidence), serious adverse events (RR 0.99, CI 0.92-1.06; p = 0.80; 15 trials; moderate certainty evidence), or delirium (RR 1.01, 95% CI 0.94-1.09; p = 0.78; 11 trials; moderate certainty evidence). TSA showed that when assessing mortality, a relative risk reduction of 16% or more between the compared interventions could be rejected. Interpretation The level of sedation has not been shown to affect the risks of death, delirium, and other serious adverse events in critically ill adult patients. While TSA suggests that additional trials are unlikely to significantly change the conclusion of the meta-analyses, the certainty of evidence was moderate. This suggests a need for future high-quality studies with higher methodological rigor. Funding None.
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- Ameldina Ceric
- Anesthesia & Intensive Care, Department of Clinical Sciences, Lund University, Skane University Hospital, Malmö, Sweden
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- Lund University, Helsingborg Hospital, Department of Clinical Sciences Lund, Anesthesia & Intensive Care, Lund, Sweden
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- Maine Medical Center, Department of Critical Care, Portland, Maine, USA
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- Department of Emergency Care and Services, Helsinki University Hospital and University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Tampere University Hospital and Tampere University, Tampere, Finland
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- Division of Critical Care, George Institute for Global Health, Australia
- St. George Hospital, South Eastern Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia
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- Intensive Care Unit, Liverpool Hospital, South Western Sydney Local Health District, South Western Sydney Clinical School, University of New South Wales, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia
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- The George Institute for Global Health, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Medical School, University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- The George Institute for Global Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences, Macquarie University, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Copenhagen Trial Unit – Centre for Clinical Intervention Research, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Regional Health Research, The Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark, Denmark
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- Lund University, Helsingborg Hospital, Department of Clinical Sciences Lund, Anesthesia & Intensive Care, Lund, Sweden
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Behniafar H, Sepidarkish M, Tadi MJ, Valizadeh S, Gholamrezaei M, Hamidi F, Pazoki H, Alizadeh F, Kianifard N, Nooshabadi MS, Bagheri K, Hemmati F, Hemmati T, Tori NA, Siddiq A, Rostami A. The global prevalence of Trichuris trichiura infection in humans (2010-2023): A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Infect Public Health 2024; 17:800-809. [PMID: 38537575 DOI: 10.1016/j.jiph.2024.03.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2024] [Revised: 03/01/2024] [Accepted: 03/03/2024] [Indexed: 04/15/2024] Open
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This systematic review and meta-analysis study aimed to evaluate global Trichuris infection prevalence, assessing progress towards the WHO's 2030 target. We searched international databases from 2010-2023, categorizing data by regions and socio-economic variables using a random-effects model. Analyzing 757 articles covering 7154,842 individuals from 78 countries, the study found a pooled global prevalence of (6.64-7.57%), with the highest rates in the Caribbean (21.72%; 8.90-38.18%) and South-East Asia (20.95; 15.71-26.71%) regions. Southern Africa (9.58; 2.11-21.46%), Latin America (9.58; 2.11-21.46%), and Middle Africa Middle Africa (8.94; 6.31-11.98%) also exhibited high prevalence. Eastern Europe had the lowest prevalence at 0.16% (0.09-0.24). Approximately 513 (480-547) million people worldwide were estimated to harbor Trichuris. Moreover ∼1.5% of people tested worldwide (2010-2023) had a moderate to heavy intensity of infection. The study emphasizes the persistent global health threat of Trichuris infection, urging tailored strategies for effective control and prevention on a global scale.
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- Hamed Behniafar
- Department of Medical Parasitology, Sarab Faculty of Medical Sciences, Sarab, Iran
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- Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
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- Department of Cell and Molecular Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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- Department of Food Hygiene and Aquatic, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tabriz, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Parasitology and Mycology, School of Medicine, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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- Department of Laboratory Sciences and Microbiology, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Tabriz Medical Sciences, Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Medical Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine, Infectious Diseases Research Center, Gonabad University of Medical Science, Gonabad, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Illinois, Chicago, USA
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- School of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine Research Center, Health Research Institute, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Sarab Faculty of Medical Sciences, Sarab, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Sarab Faculty of Medical Sciences, Sarab, Iran
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- Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine Research Center, Health Research Institute, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
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- Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine Research Center, Health Research Institute, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran.
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Spector A, Li Z, He L, Badawy Y, Desai R. The effectiveness of psychosocial interventions on non-physiological symptoms of menopause: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Affect Disord 2024; 352:460-472. [PMID: 38364979 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2024.02.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2023] [Revised: 02/08/2024] [Accepted: 02/12/2024] [Indexed: 02/18/2024]
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BACKGROUND Menopause, a crucial transitioning stage for women, can significantly impact mood and wellbeing. We aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of psychosocial interventions on non-physiological symptoms of menopause (depression, anxiety, cognition, and quality of life) through systematic review and meta-analysis. METHODS Five databases were searched from inception to August 2023 for randomized controlled trials. Pre- and post-test means and standard deviations for groups were extracted and used to calculate effect sizes. The effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBI) on depression and anxiety were examined by subgroup analysis. RESULTS Thirty studies comprising 3501 women were included. From meta-analysis, mood symptoms significantly benefited from CBT (anxiety: d = -0.22, 95 % CI = -0.35, -0.10; depression: d = -0.33, 95 % CI = -0.45, -0.21) and MBI (anxiety: d = -0.56, 95 % CI = -0.74, -0.39; depression: d = -0.27, 95 % CI = -0.45, -0.09). Psychosocial interventions were also found to significantly improve cognition (d = -0.23, 95 % CI = -0.40, -0.06) and quality of life (d = -0.78, 95 % CI = -0.93, -0.63). Mean total therapy hours ('dose') was lower for CBT (11.3) than MBI (18.6), indicating reduced costs and burden for women. LIMITATIONS Data regarding menopausal status were not collected, limiting our ability to identify the optimal timing of interventions. Potential longer-term, effects of interventions were not investigated. CONCLUSION Our review highlighted the value of psychosocial interventions in improving non-physiological symptoms (particularly depression and anxiety) during menopause, noting the heterogeneity of findings and importance of implementing effective interventions.
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- Aimee Spector
- Department of Clinical Health Psychology, University College London, 1-19 Torrington Place, London WC1E 7HB, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
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- Department of Clinical Health Psychology, University College London, 1-19 Torrington Place, London WC1E 7HB, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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- Department of Clinical Health Psychology, University College London, 1-19 Torrington Place, London WC1E 7HB, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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- Department of Clinical Health Psychology, University College London, 1-19 Torrington Place, London WC1E 7HB, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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- Department of Clinical Health Psychology, University College London, 1-19 Torrington Place, London WC1E 7HB, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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Hansen V, Jensen J, Kusk MW, Gerke O, Tromborg HB, Lysdahlgaard S. Deep learning performance compared to healthcare experts in detecting wrist fractures from radiographs: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Radiol 2024; 174:111399. [PMID: 38428318 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejrad.2024.111399] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2023] [Revised: 01/29/2024] [Accepted: 02/26/2024] [Indexed: 03/03/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To perform a systematic review and meta-analysis of the diagnostic accuracy of deep learning (DL) algorithms in the diagnosis of wrist fractures (WF) on plain wrist radiographs, taking healthcare experts consensus as reference standard. METHODS Embase, Medline, PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science were searched in the period from 1 Jan 2012 to 9 March 2023. Eligible studies were patients with wrist radiographs for radial and ulnar fractures as the target condition, studies using DL algorithms based on convolutional neural networks (CNN), and healthcare experts consensus as the minimum reference standard. Studies were assessed with a modified QUADAS-2 tool, and we applied a bivariate random-effects model for meta-analysis of diagnostic test accuracy data. RESULTS Our study was registered at PROSPERO with ID: CRD42023431398. We included 6 unique studies for meta-analysis, with a total of 33,026 radiographs. CNN performance compared to reference standards for the included articles found a summary sensitivity of 92% (95% CI: 80%-97%) and a summary specificity of 93% (95% CI: 76%-98%). The generalized bivariate I-squared statistic indicated considerable heterogeneity between the studies (81.90%). Four studies had one or more domains at high risk of bias and two studies had concerns regarding applicability. CONCLUSION The diagnostic accuracy of CNNs was comparable to that of healthcare experts in wrist radiographs for investigation of WF. There is a need for studies with a robust reference standard, external data-set validation and investigation of diagnostic performance of healthcare experts aided with CNNs. CLINICAL RELEVANCE STATEMENT DL matches healthcare experts in diagnosing WFs, which potentially benefits patient diagnosis.
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- V Hansen
- Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Hospital of South West Jutland, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Esbjerg, Denmark
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- Department of Radiology, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark; Research and Innovation Unit of Radiology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Hospital of South West Jutland, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Esbjerg, Denmark; Department of Regional Health Research, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark; Imaging Research Initiative Southwest (IRIS), Hospital of South West Jutland, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Esbjerg, Denmark; Radiography and Diagnostic Imaging, School of Medicine, University College Dublin, Belfield 4, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark; Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark; Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Hospital of South West Jutland, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Esbjerg, Denmark; Department of Regional Health Research, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark; Imaging Research Initiative Southwest (IRIS), Hospital of South West Jutland, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Esbjerg, Denmark.
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Jancev M, Vissers TACM, Visseren FLJ, van Bon AC, Serné EH, DeVries JH, de Valk HW, van Sloten TT. Continuous glucose monitoring in adults with type 2 diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Diabetologia 2024; 67:798-810. [PMID: 38363342 PMCID: PMC10954850 DOI: 10.1007/s00125-024-06107-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2023] [Accepted: 01/12/2024] [Indexed: 02/17/2024]
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AIMS/HYPOTHESIS Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) is increasingly used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, but the effects on glycaemic control are unclear. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to provide a comprehensive overview of the effect of CGM on glycaemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes. METHODS We performed a systematic review using Embase, MEDLINE, Web of Science, Scopus and ClinicalTrials.gov from inception until 2 May 2023. We included RCTs investigating real-time CGM (rtCGM) or intermittently scanned CGM (isCGM) compared with self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) in adults with type 2 diabetes. Studies with an intervention duration <6 weeks or investigating professional CGM, a combination of CGM and additional glucose-lowering treatment strategies or GlucoWatch were not eligible. Change in HbA1c and the CGM metrics time in range (TIR), time below range (TBR), time above range (TAR) and glycaemic variability were extracted. We evaluated the risk of bias using the Cochrane risk-of-bias tool version 2. Data were synthesised by performing a meta-analysis. We also explored the effects of CGM on severe hypoglycaemia and micro- and macrovascular complications. RESULTS We found 12 RCTs comprising 1248 participants, with eight investigating rtCGM and four isCGM. Compared with SMBG, CGM use (rtCGM or isCGM) led to a mean difference (MD) in HbA1c of -3.43 mmol/mol (-0.31%; 95% CI -4.75, -2.11, p<0.00001, I2=15%; moderate certainty). This effect was comparable in studies that included individuals using insulin with or without oral agents (MD -3.27 mmol/mol [-0.30%]; 95% CI -6.22, -0.31, p=0.03, I2=55%), and individuals using oral agents only (MD -3.22 mmol/mol [-0.29%]; 95% CI -5.39, -1.05, p=0.004, I2=0%). Use of rtCGM showed a trend towards a larger effect (MD -3.95 mmol/mol [-0.36%]; 95% CI -5.46 to -2.44, p<0.00001, I2=0%) than use of isCGM (MD -1.79 mmol/mol [-0.16%]; 95% CI -5.28, 1.69, p=0.31, I2=64%). CGM was also associated with an increase in TIR (+6.36%; 95% CI +2.48, +10.24, p=0.001, I2=9%) and a decrease in TBR (-0.66%; 95% CI -1.21, -0.12, p=0.02, I2=45%), TAR (-5.86%; 95% CI -10.88, -0.84, p=0.02, I2=37%) and glycaemic variability (-1.47%; 95% CI -2.94, -0.01, p=0.05, I2=0%). Three studies reported one or more events of severe hypoglycaemia and macrovascular complications. In comparison with SMBG, CGM use led to a non-statistically significant difference in the incidence of severe hypoglycaemia (RR 0.66, 95% CI 0.15, 3.00, p=0.57, I2=0%) and macrovascular complications (RR 1.54, 95% CI 0.42, 5.72, p=0.52, I2=29%). No trials reported data on microvascular complications. CONCLUSIONS/INTERPRETATION CGM use compared with SMBG is associated with improvements in glycaemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes. However, all studies were open label. In addition, outcome data on incident severe hypoglycaemia and incident microvascular and macrovascular complications were scarce. REGISTRATION This systematic review was registered on PROSPERO (ID CRD42023418005).
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- Milena Jancev
- Department of Vascular Medicine and Endocrinology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Vascular Medicine and Endocrinology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Vascular Medicine and Endocrinology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Rijnstate Hospital, Arnhem, the Netherlands
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Vascular Medicine and Endocrinology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Vascular Medicine and Endocrinology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands.
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Ramakrishnan D, Farhat LC, Vattimo EFQ, Levine JLS, Johnson JA, Artukoglu BB, Landeros-Weisenberger A, Zangen A, Pelissolo A, de B Pereira CA, Rück C, Costa DLC, Mataix-Cols D, Shannahoff-Khalsa D, Tolin DF, Zarean E, Meyer E, Hawken ER, Storch EA, Andersson E, Miguel EC, Maina G, Leckman JF, Sarris J, March JS, Diniz JB, Kobak K, Mallet L, Vulink NCC, Amiaz R, Fernandes RY, Shavitt RG, Wilhelm S, Golshan S, Tezenas du Montcel S, Erzegovesi S, Baruah U, Greenberg WM, Kobayashi Y, Bloch MH. An evaluation of treatment response and remission definitions in adult obsessive-compulsive disorder: A systematic review and individual-patient data meta-analysis. J Psychiatr Res 2024; 173:387-397. [PMID: 38598877 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpsychires.2024.03.044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2023] [Revised: 03/18/2024] [Accepted: 03/25/2024] [Indexed: 04/12/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Expert consensus operationalized treatment response and remission in obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) as a Yale-Brown Obsessive-Compulsive Scale (Y-BOCS) reduction ≥35% and score ≤12 with ≤2 on Clinical Global Impressions Improvement (CGI-I) and Severity (CGI-S) scales, respectively. However, there has been scant empirical evidence supporting these definitions. METHODS We conducted a systematic review and an individual participant data meta-analysis of randomized-controlled trials (RCTs) in adults with OCD to determine optimal Y-BOCS thresholds for response and remission. We estimated pooled sensitivity/specificity for each percent reduction threshold (response) or posttreatment score (remission) to determine response and remission defined by a CGI-I and CGI-S ≤ 2, respectively. RESULTS Individual participant data from 25 of 94 eligible RCTs (1235 participants) were included. The optimal threshold for response was ≥30% Y-BOCS reduction and for remission was ≤15 posttreatment Y-BOCS. However, differences in sensitivity and specificity between the optimal and nearby thresholds for response and remission were small with some uncertainty demonstrated by the confidence ellipses. CONCLUSION While the empirically derived Y-BOCS thresholds in our meta-analysis differ from expert consensus, given the predominance of data from more recent trials of OCD, which involved more refractory participants and novel treatment modalities as opposed to first-line therapies, we recommend the continued use of the consensus definitions.
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- Department of Psychiatry, Faculdade de Medicina FMUSP, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Psychiatry, Faculdade de Medicina FMUSP, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Psychiatry, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Life Sciences and the Zelman Center for Neuroscience, Ben Gurion University, Be'er Sheva, Israel
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- Psychiatry Department, Henri-Mondor University Hospitals, Faculty of Medicine, Créteil, France
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- Mathematics and Statistics Institute, Statistics Department, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Division of Psychology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Psychiatry, Faculdade de Medicina FMUSP, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Division of Psychology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- The Research Group for Mind-Body Dynamics, BioCircuits Institute and Center for Integrative Medicine, University of California San Diego, CA, USA; The Khalsa Foundation for Medical Science, Del Mar, CA, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA; The Institute of Living, Hartford, CT, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran
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- Department of Psychiatry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Department of Psychiatry, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Division of Psychology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Psychiatry, Faculdade de Medicina FMUSP, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Rita Levi Montalcini Department of Neuroscience, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Child Study Center, Department of Pediatrics and Psychiatry, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, The University of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; NICM Health Research Institute, Western Sydney University, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Duke School of Medicine, Durham, NC, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry, Faculdade de Medicina FMUSP, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Medical-University Department of Psychiatry and Addictology, Henri Mondor - Albert Chenevier University Hospitals, Créteil, France
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- The Rudolf Magnus Institute of Neuroscience, Department of Psychiatry, University Medical Center Utrecht (UMCU), Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- The National Institute of Developmental Psychiatry for Children and Adolescents (INPD), Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Psychiatry, Faculdade de Medicina FMUSP, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- OCD and Related Disorders Program, Department of Psychiatry, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- Sorbonne Universite, Institut du Cerveau Paris Brain Institute-ICM, Inserm, CNRS, AP-HP, Inria Aramis project-team, Paris, France
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- Department of Neurosciences, Eating Disorders Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele, Milano, Italy
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- Department of Psychiatric Social Work, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bangalore, India
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- Department of Neuropsychiatry, Keio University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Psychiatry, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA.
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Obidike P, Chang A, Calisi O, Lee JJ, Ssentongo P, Ssentongo AE, Oh JS. COVID-19 and Mortality in the Global Surgical Population: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Surg Res 2024; 297:88-100. [PMID: 38460454 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2024.01.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2023] [Revised: 12/09/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 03/11/2024]
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INTRODUCTION To date, no systematic review or meta-analysis has comprehensively estimated the risk of mortality by surgery type on an international scale. We aim to delineate the risk of mortality in patients with COVID-19 who undergo surgery. METHODS PubMed (MEDLINE), Scopus, OVID, the World Health Organization Global Literature on Coronavirus Disease, and Corona-Central databases were searched from December 2019 through January 2022. Studies providing data on mortality in patients undergoing surgery were included. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses guidelines for abstracting data were followed and performed independently by two reviewers. The main outcome was mortality in patients with COVID-19. RESULTS Of a total of 4023 studies identified, 46 studies with 80,015 patients met our inclusion criteria. The mean age was 67 y; 57% were male. Surgery types included general (14.9%), orthopedic (23.4%), vascular (6.4%), thoracic (10.6%), and urologic (8.5%). Patients undergoing surgery with COVID-19 elicited a nine-fold increased risk of mortality (relative risk [RR] 8.99, 95% confidence interval [CI] 4.96-16.32) over those without COVID-19. In low-income and middle-income countries (RR: 16.04, 95% CI: 4.59-56.12), the mortality risk was twice as high compared to high-income countries (RR: 7.50, 95% CI: 4.30-13.09). CONCLUSIONS Mortality risk in surgical patients with COVID-19 compared to those without is increased almost 10-fold. The risk was highest in low-income and middle-income countries compared to high-income countries, suggesting a disproportionate effect of the pandemic on resource-constrained regions.
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- Prisca Obidike
- Department of General Surgery, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia; Penn State College of Medicine and Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Pennsylvania
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- Penn State College of Medicine and Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Pennsylvania
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- Penn State College of Medicine and Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Pennsylvania
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- Penn State College of Medicine and Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Medicine, Penn State College of Medicine and Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Pennsylvania; Department of Public Health Sciences, Penn State College of Medicine and Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Public Health Sciences, Penn State College of Medicine and Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Pennsylvania; Division of Trauma Surgery, Department of Surgery, Penn State College of Medicine and Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Trauma Surgery, Department of Surgery, Penn State College of Medicine and Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Pennsylvania.
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Gholampoor N, Sharif AH, Mellor D. The effect of observing religious or faith-based fasting on cardiovascular disease risk factors: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Nutr Metab Cardiovasc Dis 2024; 34:1097-1109. [PMID: 38508992 DOI: 10.1016/j.numecd.2024.02.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2023] [Revised: 01/18/2024] [Accepted: 02/10/2024] [Indexed: 03/22/2024]
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AIMS Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are the leading cause of death worldwide. Fasting is common in many religions and is associated with health benefits. This systematic review to compares the impact of different religious fasting practices, on risk of cardiometabolic diseases. DATA SYNTHESIS The search covered five databases following PRISMA guidelines to identify papers published in English from inception to March 2023 (updated January 2024). Inclusion criteria were healthy adults in observational studies, who engaged in religious fasting practices, studies were included where data on matched non-fasting individuals was available. Outcomes were systolic and diastolic blood pressure, body mass index (BMI), triglycerides, total cholesterol (TC), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDLc), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDLc), and fasting plasma glucose levels. A meta-analysis was conducted, and the review was registered (CRD42022352197). Fourteen studies were met the inclusion criteria with ten studies data being suitable for meta-analysis, reporting on 755 adults participating in fasting practices and 661 non-fasting controls. Religious fasting was associated with a reduction in BMI (-0.40 kg/m2, 95% CI [-0.70, -0.10], p < 0.01). Observance of Ramadan fasting was associated with decreased systolic blood pressure (-3.83 mmHg, 95% CI [-7.44, -0.23], p = 0.04). The observance of Orthodox Christian fasting was associated with a reduction in TC (-0.52 mmoL/l, 95%CI [-0.64, -0.39], p < 0.01). No difference was found for the other outcomes. CONCLUSION This review found religious fasting practices which were associated with a reduction in some biomarkers of cardiometabolic diseases risk. Further research on other fasting practices is needed due to limited data.
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- Negin Gholampoor
- Aston Medical School, College of Health and Life Sciences, Aston University, Birmingham, United Kingdom.
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- Aston Medical School, College of Health and Life Sciences, Aston University, Birmingham, United Kingdom.
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Leta S, Chibssa TR, Paeshuyse J. CRISPR-Cas12/Cas13: Bibliometric analysis and systematic review of its application in infectious disease detection. J Infect Public Health 2024; 17:741-747. [PMID: 38518680 DOI: 10.1016/j.jiph.2024.03.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2023] [Revised: 01/29/2024] [Accepted: 03/03/2024] [Indexed: 03/24/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Infectious diseases impose a significant burden on the global public health and economy, resulting in an estimated 15 million deaths out of 57 million annually worldwide. This study examines the current state of CRISPR-Cas12/Cas13 research, focusing on its applications in infectious disease detection and its evolutionary trajectory. METHODS A bibliometric analysis and systematic review were conducted by retrieving CRISPR-Cas12/Cas13-related articles published between January 1, 2015 to December 31, 2022, from the Web of Science database. The research protocol was registered with International Platform of Registered Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Protocols (INPLASY202380062). RESULTS Our search identified 1987 articles, of which, 1856 were included in the bibliometric analysis and 445 were used in qualitative analysis. The study reveals a substantial increase in scientific production on CRISPR-Cas12/Cas13, with an annual growth rate of 104.5%. The United States leads in the number of published articles. The systematic review identified 580 different diagnostic assays targeting 170 pathogens, with SARS-CoV-2 dominating with 158 assays. Recombinase polymerase amplification (RPA)/reverse transcription-RPA (RT-RPA) emerged as the predominant amplification method, while lateral flow assay was the most common readout method. Approximately 72% of the diagnostic assays developed are suitable for point-of-care testing. CONCLUSION The rapid increase in research on CRISPR-Cas12/Cas13 between 2015 and 2022 suggests promising potential for advancements in infectious disease diagnosis. Given the numerous advantages of CRISPR-Cas technology for disease detection over other methods, and the dedicated efforts of scientists from around the world, it is reasonable to anticipate that CRISPR-Cas technology may emerge as a formidable alternative, offering the possibility of expedited point-of-care testing in the not-too-distant future.
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- Samson Leta
- Laboratory of Host Pathogen Interaction in Livestock, Division of Animal and Human Health Engineering, Department of Biosystems, KU Leuven, 3001 Leuven, Belgium; Department of Biomedical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine and Agriculture, Addis Ababa University, P.O. Box 34, Bishoftu, Ethiopia
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- Laboratory of Host Pathogen Interaction in Livestock, Division of Animal and Human Health Engineering, Department of Biosystems, KU Leuven, 3001 Leuven, Belgium.
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Fonzo M, Bertoncello C, Tudor L, Miccolis L, Serpentino M, Petta D, Amoruso I, Baldovin T, Trevisan A. Do we protect ourselves against West Nile Virus? A systematic review on knowledge, attitudes, and practices and their determinants. J Infect Public Health 2024; 17:868-880. [PMID: 38555655 DOI: 10.1016/j.jiph.2024.03.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2023] [Revised: 03/01/2024] [Accepted: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 04/02/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND West Nile virus (WNV) is a mosquito-borne flavivirus. In humans, 80% of infections are asymptomatic, while approximately 20% experience influenza-like symptoms. Fewer than 1% develop the neuroinvasive form which can lead to encephalitis, meningitis, acute flaccid paralysis, and even death. The global spread of the virus to areas where it was not previously present has become a growing concern. Since the 2000 s, there have been numerous outbreaks affecting local and travelling populations worldwide. Given the lack of a vaccine, preventative measures are primarily focused on surveillance, vector control, and the use of personal protective behaviours (PPBs). The importance of PPBs is central to public health recommendations. However, translating these messages into coherent action by the public can prove challenging, as the uptake of such measures is inevitably influenced by socio-economic factors, awareness, knowledge, and risk perception. METHODS A PRISMA-based systematic research was conducted on EMBASE, PubMed/MEDLINE, and Web of Science databases. PROSPERO registration number CRD42023459714. Quality of studies included in the final stage was evaluated using the Critical Appraisal Checklist for Cross-Sectional Study (CEBMa). RESULTS 2963 articles were screened, and 17 studies were included in the final round. Out of these, six were deemed of high quality, ten were of medium quality, and one was of low quality. In almost all studies considered, both awareness and knowledge of WNV transmission were above 90%, while concern about WNV ranged from 50% to 80%. Concern about the safety of repellents, either with or without DEET, ranged from 27% to 70%. The percentage of people actually using repellents ranged from 30% to 75%, with the lowest usage reported among individuals over 60 years old (29%) and pregnant women (33%), and the highest among students aged 9-11 (75%). Concern for West Nile Virus (WNV) was consistently linked to an increase in taking preventative measures, including the use of repellents, by two to four times across studies. The school-based intervention was effective in increasing the practice of removing standing water (AOR=4.6; 2.7-8.0) and wearing long clothing (AOR=2.4; 95%CI: 1.3-4.3), but did not have a significant impact on the use of repellents. CONCLUSIONS The present systematic review provides an overview of the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of WNV and their determinants. While concern about West Nile Virus (WNV) and its effects can be a significant motivator, it is important to promote evidence-based personal protective behaviours (PPBs) to counter unwarranted fears. For example, the use of repellents among the most vulnerable age groups. Given the geographical expansion of WNV, it is necessary to target the entire population preventively, including those who are difficult to reach and areas not yet endemic. The findings of this investigation could have significant implications for public health and support well-informed and effective communication strategies and interventions.
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- Marco Fonzo
- Hygiene and Public Health Unit, Department of Cardiac Thoracic Vascular Sciences and Public Health, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Hygiene and Public Health Unit, Department of Cardiac Thoracic Vascular Sciences and Public Health, University of Padova, Padova, Italy.
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- Hygiene and Public Health Unit, Department of Cardiac Thoracic Vascular Sciences and Public Health, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Hygiene and Public Health Unit, Department of Cardiac Thoracic Vascular Sciences and Public Health, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Hygiene and Public Health Unit, Department of Cardiac Thoracic Vascular Sciences and Public Health, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Hygiene and Public Health Unit, Department of Cardiac Thoracic Vascular Sciences and Public Health, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Hygiene and Public Health Unit, Department of Cardiac Thoracic Vascular Sciences and Public Health, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Hygiene and Public Health Unit, Department of Cardiac Thoracic Vascular Sciences and Public Health, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Hygiene and Public Health Unit, Department of Cardiac Thoracic Vascular Sciences and Public Health, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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Chen C, Qin SY, Yang X, Li XM, Cai Y, Lei CC, Zhao Q, Elsheikha HM, Cao H. Global prevalence and risk factors associated with Toxoplasma gondii infection in wild birds: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Prev Vet Med 2024; 226:106187. [PMID: 38554654 DOI: 10.1016/j.prevetmed.2024.106187] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2023] [Revised: 03/13/2024] [Accepted: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 04/02/2024]
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A systematic review and meta-analysis were performed to identify the global prevalence and factors associated with Toxoplasma gondii infection in wild birds. Six bibliographic databases (Chinese National Knowledge Infrastructure, VIP Chinese Journal Database, Wanfang Data, PubMed, Web of science and ScienceDirect) were searched from inception to February 2023. The search yielded 1220 records of which 659 articles underwent full-text evaluation, which identified 49 eligible articles and 16,030 wild bird samples that were included in the meta-analysis. The estimated pooled global prevalence of T. gondii infection in wild birds was 16.6%. Out of the variables tested, publication year after 2020 and climate type were significantly associated with T. gondii infection (P<0.01). Our data indicate that the prevalence of T. gondii in wild birds can be influenced by epidemiological variables. Further research is needed to identify the biological, environmental, anthropogenic, and geographical risk factors which impact the ecology and prevalence of T. gondii in wild birds.
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- Chao Chen
- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin 130118, PR China; School of Pharmacy, Yancheng Teachers University, Yancheng, Jiangsu 224002, PR China
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- Center of Prevention and Control Biological Disaster, State Forestry and Grassland Administration, Shenyang, Liaoning 110034, PR China
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- Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, School of Basic Medicine, Dali University, Dali, Yunnan 671000, PR China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Qingdao Agricultural University, Qingdao, Shandong 266109, PR China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin 130118, PR China
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- Center of Prevention and Control Biological Disaster, State Forestry and Grassland Administration, Shenyang, Liaoning 110034, PR China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin 130118, PR China.
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, University of Nottingham, Sutton Bonington Campus, Loughborough, United Kingdom.
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- School of Pharmacy, Yancheng Teachers University, Yancheng, Jiangsu 224002, PR China.
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