Co-design workshops to develop evidence synthesis summary formats for use by clinical guideline development groups
ConclusionsThis study identified guidance based on the preferences of guideline developers and evidence synthesis producers about the format of evidence synthesis summaries to support decision-making. The next steps involve developing and user-testing prototype formats through one-on-one semi-structured interviews to optimize evidence synthesis summaries and support decision-making. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - March 27, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Barriers and enablers to the implementation of patient-reported outcome and experience measures (PROMs/PREMs): protocol for an umbrella review
DiscussionThis umbrella review of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods systematic and scoping reviews will inform policymakers, researchers, managers, and clinicians regarding which factors hamper or enable the adoption and sustained use of PROMs and PREMs in healthcare settings, and the level of confidence in the evidence supporting these factors. Findings will orient the selection and adaptation of implementation strategies tailored to the factors identified.Systematic review registrationPROSPERO CRD42023421845. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - March 26, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Mechanisms behind gender transformative approaches targeting adolescent pregnancy in low- and middle-income countries: a realist synthesis protocol
AbstractIntroductionAdolescent pregnancy is defined as pregnancy at the age of 19 or below. Pregnancy and childbirth complications are the most significant cause of death among 15 –19-year-old girls. Several studies have indicated that inequitable gender norms can increase the vulnerability of adolescent girls, including violence exposure, early marriage, and adolescent pregnancy. To address these disparities, gender transformative approaches aim to challenge and transform restrictive gender norms, roles, and relations through targeted interventions, promoting progressive changes. This realist review aims to synthesise e...
Source: Systematic Reviews - March 23, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Transurethral surgical treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia with detrusor underactivity: a systematic review and meta-analysis
ConclusionsOur meta-analysis results showed that transurethral surgery can improve the symptoms of BPH patients with DU. Surgery also showed advantages over pharmacological treatment for BPH patients with DU.Systematic review registrationPROSPERO CRD42023415188. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - March 22, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Social determinants of health and disparities in pediatric trauma care: protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis
DiscussionThis systematic review will provide a synthesis of evidence on the association between SDH and pediatric trauma care (access to care and quality of care) that clinicians and policymakers can use to better tailor care systems and promote equitable access and quality of care for all children. We will share our findings through clinical rounds, conferences, and publication in a peer-reviewed journal.Systematic review registrationPROSPERO CRD42023408467 (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - March 22, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Efficacy of non-invasive brain stimulation combined with antidepressant medications for depression: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
ConclusionCombination treatment with NIBS was significantly more effective in improving depression symptoms than medication alone. rTMS combined with antidepressants appears to be more effective in improving response and remission rates. However, efficacy may be influenced by the type of medicine used in combination, and long-term efficacy data is lacking.Systematic review registrationPROSPERO CRD42023388259. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - March 20, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
The effects of manual therapy in pain and safety of patients with knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
ConclusionsMT may be effective at reducing pain in patients with KOA and may be more effective after a 4-week treatment period. Compared with usual care and exercise therapy, MT may be superior at reducing KOA pain in the short term (9 weeks), but its long-term efficacy requires careful consideration of evidence-based outcomes. MT appears to be safe for KOA patients, though clinicians should inform patients of the potential risk of MT-related adverse events. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - March 19, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Correction: Spin on adverse effects in abstracts of systematic reviews of orthodontic interventions: a cross-sectional study (part 2)
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Source: Systematic Reviews - March 19, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Catalysing global surgery: a meta-research study on factors affecting surgical research collaborations with Africa
ConclusionAvailable literature provides critical insights into the facilitating factors and challenges of research collaboration with Africa. However, there is a need for a detailed prospective study to explore the themes highlighted further.Systematic review registrationPROSPERO 2022CRD42022352115. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - March 18, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Screening for lung cancer with computed tomography: protocol for systematic reviews for the Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care
DiscussionSince 2015, additional trials and longer follow-ups or additional data (e.g., harms, specific patient populations) from previously published trials have been published that will improve our understanding of the benefits and harms of screening. The systematic review of values and preferences will allow fulsome insights that will inform the balance of benefits and harms.Systematic review registrationPROSPERO CRD42022378858 (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - March 16, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
The impact of school-based creative bibliotherapy interventions on child and adolescent mental health: a systematic review and realist synthesis protocol
DiscussionFindings will assess the range of evidence for the impact of creative bibliotherapy on child and adolescent mental health and wellbeing, the strength of evidence for the impact identified, and describe potential mechanisms. This review will be useful for a wide range of stakeholders considering implementing or developing interventions using creative bibliotherapy in school-based settings.Systematic review registrationThis protocol was registered at the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews (https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/), registration number CRD42023410333. This review is funded by Wellc...
Source: Systematic Reviews - March 13, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Video laryngoscopy versus direct laryngoscopy in achieving successful emergency endotracheal intubations: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
ConclusionIn emergency intubations, video laryngoscopy is preferred to direct laryngoscopy in achieving successful intubation on the first attempt and was associated with a lower incidence of complications. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - March 12, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Sudden cardiac death among workers: a systematic review and meta-analysis
ConclusionsSCD is a serious and potentially preventable condition that can occur among workers. By identifying and addressing work-related risk factors, providing appropriate screening and interventions, and promoting healthy lifestyle behaviors, we can work to reduce the incidence of SCD and improve the cardiovascular health and well-being of workers. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - March 9, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Quality appraisal of clinical practice guidelines addressing massage interventions using the AGREE II instrument
ConclusionThe overall quality of the included guidelines was low, and most of the guidelines were not “recommended”. In future guideline updates, the existing evidence should be used, the professional composition of members of the expert group should be enriched, and patients’ values and preferences should be fully considered. It is necessary to clearly propose recognizable recommendations and strengthen the rigor and standardization of guideline formulation. Thus, clear standard guidelines can be formulated to better guide clinical practice. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - March 8, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
The neuroscience of human empathy for pleasure: protocol for a scoping review
ConclusionsTo our knowledge, the present scoping review will be the first to address the variety and heterogeneity of available evidence on human empathy for pleasure. We ultimately aim at perusing the growing literature on this far-reaching field of study and informing future research.Systematic review registrationThe neuroscience of human empathy for pleasure: Protocol for a scoping review. https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/W7H6J. (December 27, 2022). (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - March 2, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
