Reported outcomes in patients with iron deficiency or iron deficiency anemia undergoing major surgery: a systematic review of outcomes
ConclusionThis systematic review comprehensively depicts the heterogeneity of reported outcomes in studies investigating iron supplementation in ID(A) patients regarding exact definitions and timing. Our analysis provides a systematic base for consenting to a minimal COS.Systematic review registrationPROSPERO CRD42020214247 (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - January 2, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
How can quality be measured within a physician-led Community Emergency Medical service? A scoping review protocol
DiscussionThis is the first stage of a larger research study aimed at developing national quality indicators for CEM. The purpose of this scoping review is to provide a comprehensive review of quality indicators that could be used within CEM. The results will be mapped using a framework and identify gaps in the literature to help guide future-focused research. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - January 2, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Respiratory function in healthy long-term meditators: a systematic review
ConclusionsLong-term meditation appears to be associated with slower baseline RR, and immediate reduction in RR during meditation, where greater practice amplifies the effects. Evidence on spirometry parameters in LTMs with ≥ 3 years of practice was limited. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - January 2, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
The impact of DNA methylation as a factor of Adverse Pregnancy and Birth Outcomes (APBOs): a systematic review protocol
AbstractBackgroundDeoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) methylation is one of the epigenetic modifications that has gained a lot of interest as a factor influencing fetal programming and as a biomarker for adverse pregnancy and birth outcomes (APBOs). Epidemiological studies have demonstrated that DNA methylation can result in adverse pregnancy and birth outcomes (APBOs) including miscarriage, intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), low birth weight (LBW), sepsis, and preterm birth (PTB), which may later result in diseases in adulthood. However, the mechanism by which DNA methylation influences these APBOs remains unclear. The syste...
Source: Systematic Reviews - January 2, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Strategies for enhancing the representation of women in clinical trials: an evidence map
ConclusionsMost of the existing literature describing strategies to improve the inclusion of women draws from trials for sex-specific conditions and is largely related to outreach to potential participants. There is little information about how and if studies have attempted to proportionally increase the inclusion of women in trials with both men and women or those focused on invasive and pharmacologic interventions. Future work in this area should focus on how to increase the participation of women in mixed-sex studies and on those areas with remaining inequities in trial participation. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - January 2, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Observational studies provide insufficient data for a reliable meta-analysis: a call to revise the current guidelines
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Source: Systematic Reviews - January 2, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Correction: The impact of rate and rhythm control strategies on quality of life for patients with atrial fibrillation: a protocol for a systematic review
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Source: Systematic Reviews - December 28, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Diagnostic performance of CL Detect rapid-immunochromatographic test for cutaneous leishmaniasis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
ConclusionsCL Detect has poor sensitivity and does not meet the minimal sensitivity of 95% of target product profiles designed for CL point-of-care tests. Currently, the CL Detect test looks unsuitable for CL diagnosis, despite its high specificity. Findings are limited by the low number of studies available. Further large-scale studies are recommended.Systematic review registrationPROSPERO CRD42022323497. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - December 20, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Preliminary guideline for reporting bibliometric reviews of the biomedical literature (BIBLIO): a minimum requirements
ConclusionsThe BIBLIO for the first time provides a preliminary guideline of its own kind. It is hoped that it could contribute to the transparent reporting of bibliometric reviews. The quality and utility of BIBILO remain to be investigated further. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - December 15, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Methods and guidance on conducting, reporting, publishing, and appraising living systematic reviews: a scoping review
ConclusionImportant evidence gaps were identified for guidance on how to report in LSRs and appraise their quality. Our findings were applied to inform and prepare a PRISMA 2020 extension for LSR. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - December 14, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Care intervention on psychological outcomes among patients admitted to intensive care unit: an umbrella review of systematic reviews and meta-analyses
ConclusionsThe evidence of these eight supporting interventions to improve the adverse psychological outcomes of ICU patients and caregivers was weak. Data from more and better-designed studies with larger sample sizes are needed to establish robust evidence. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - December 14, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Perspectives on systematic review protocol registration: a survey amongst stakeholders in the clinical research publication process
ConclusionsThe majority of the respondents were familiar with SR protocol registration and had a positive attitude towards it. This study identified suboptimal registration process, administrative burden and lack of mandatory SR protocol registration as barriers. By overcoming these barriers, SR protocol registration could contribute more effectively to the goals of open science.Systematic review registrationosf.io/gmv6z. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - December 14, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Exploring the intersections of college student poverty, grief, and racial/ethnic identity: a scoping review protocol
DiscussionThe purpose of this scoping review is to map the primary literature reporting college students, regardless of their age, who belong to non-white racial or ethnic groups and face poverty and grief resulting from the loss of a family member or friend. This analysis includes mapping the various types of intervention and support available both on and off campus, in any global setting, with the aim of enhancing academic performance and facilitating degree completion. The results of this review may inform the further research needed in this area to help prevent poor academic performance and dropout for many vulnerable ...
Source: Systematic Reviews - December 14, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Advancements in additive manufacturing for video laryngoscopes: a comprehensive scoping and technological review
AbstractThe global healthcare crisis with the COVID-19 pandemic has placed a significant overwhelming demand for intubation procedures and the need for reliable and accessible video laryngoscopes. The purpose of this scoping and technological review is to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of the art, covering the period from 2007 to 2022, pertaining to the manufacturing process, characteristics, and validation of video laryngoscopes produced using additive manufacturing techniques. Following the guidelines outlined in the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for S...
Source: Systematic Reviews - December 14, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Prevalence of herbal and traditional medicine in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis of 20-year studies
ConclusionsThe current study revealed that TM/herbal medicine utilization remained an important source of primary healthcare in Ethiopia. In comparison to the commonly reported prevalence of TM/herbal medicine, there is a considerable decline in TM/herbal medicine prevalence. High TM/herbal medicine use tendency during pregnancy necessitates safety studies to optimize the utilization. (Source: Systematic Reviews)
Source: Systematic Reviews - December 13, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
