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Complications of preventive loop ileostomy versus colostomy: a meta-analysis, trial sequential analysis, and systematic review
BackgroundPreventive colostomy is required for colorectal surgery, and the incidence of complications associated with ileostomy and colostomy remains...
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Vitamin D receptor gene polymorphisms and multiple myeloma: a meta-analysis
Vitamin D acts through the vitamin D receptor (VDR), and vitamin D level decreases in multiple myeloma (MM) patients. Single nucleotide polymorphisms...
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“Textbook outcome(s)” in colorectal surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BackgroundTextbook outcome (TO) is a composite measure used in surgery to evaluate post operative outcomes. No review has synthesised the evidence in...
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Ustekinumab in Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
IntroductionHidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a frequently debilitating, inflammatory skin condition. Patients may have a limited response to...
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Prevalence and associated factors of depression in postmenopausal women: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BackgroundDepression is a prevalent mental health problem in postmenopausal women. Given its significant impact on the quality of life and overall...
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The association between sleep duration and lung cancer: a meta-analysis
PurposeThe link between sleep duration and lung cancer risk has been suggested by some epidemiological studies. This meta-analysis was performed to...
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Pulmonary function in children post -SARS-CoV-2 infection: a systematic review and meta-analysis
ObjectiveThere are some concerns regarding long-term complications of COVID-19 in children. A systematic review and meta-analysis was performed...
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Meta-Analysis of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Tinnitus
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) was found to be effective with a diverse range of clinical conditions. The aim of this study is to evaluate...
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Air pollution and kidney cancer risk: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BackgroundAlthough several risk factors of kidney cancer have already been well-addressed, many remain underappreciated, such as chronic exposure to...
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Human papillomavirus and bladder cancer: literature review and meta-analysis
BackgroundThe aim of this study was to evaluate data over the past 25 years to assess the prevalence of the virus in patients with bladder cancer and...
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The Impact of Daytime Nap** Following Normal Night-Time Sleep on Physical Performance: A Systematic Review, Meta-analysis and Meta-regression
BackgroundDaytime nap** is used by athletes as a strategy to supplement night time sleep and aid physical performance. However, no meta-analytical...
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Eating disorders among international migrants: a systematic review and meta-analysis
PurposeMigrants may have elevated exposure to stressors, which can affect their physical and mental well-being. However, migrants often experience a...
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Systematic review and meta-analysis: multimodal functional and anatomical neural alterations in autism spectrum disorder
BackgroundThis meta-analysis aimed to explore the most robust findings across numerous existing resting-state functional imaging and voxel-based...
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Randomized trials of estrogen-alone and breast cancer incidence: a meta-analysis
PurposeIn the Women’s Health initiative (WHI) randomized clinical trial, conjugated equine estrogen (CEE)-alone significantly reduced breast cancer...
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Uncovered versus covered expandable metal stents for malignant gastric outlet obstruction caused by intrinsic and extrinsic tumors: meta-analysis and meta-regression analysis
Background and aimsMalignant gastric outlet obstruction (GOO) can be palliated by endoscopic placement of self-expandable metal stents (SEMSs)....
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Substance use and spine density: a systematic review and meta-analysis of preclinical studies
The elucidation of synaptic density changes provides valuable insights into the underlying brain mechanisms of substance use. In preclinical studies,...
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Risk factors for infant hearing loss: a meta-analysis
Hearing loss is a common disability in infants that significantly impacts their cognitive, language, and literacy development. This study aimed to...
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Risk of Esophageal Adenocarcinoma After Bariatric Surgery: A Meta-Analysis of Retrospective Studies
PurposeThis study aims to systematically review and meta-analyze the evidence on the risk of esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC) following metabolic and...
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IDegLira for type 2 diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis
ObjectivesIDegLira is a novel fixed-ratio soluble combination of insulin degludec and the glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1RA)...
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Efficacy and safety of botulinum toxin-A in writer’s cramp: a systematic review, meta-analysis, and meta-regression
BackgroundBotulinum toxin-A (BoNT) reduce over-firing of dystonic muscles, spasmodic contractions by enhancing function. We conducted a systematic...
