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Non-surgical vs. surgical treatment of distal radius fractures: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
PurposeTo compare the clinical outcomes between nonsurgical and surgical treatment of distal radius fracture.
MethodsWe performed a systematic...
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The effect of nurse assisted colonoscopy on adenoma detection rates: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
BackgroundAdenoma’s detection rates have been reported to vary with the participation status of endoscopic nurses during colonoscopy. This...
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Underlay Myringoplasty Versus Overlay Myringoplasty: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Myringoplasty is still the most performed otological surgery. Nevertheless, the underlay vs. overlay approaches have yet to be determined. The...
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Robotic-assisted versus conventional total knee arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
ObjectivesRobotic knee arthroplasty procedures have emerged as a new trend, garnering attention from orthopedic surgeons globally. It has been...
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Hybrid ablation for persistent/long-standing persistent atrial fibrillation: a meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis of randomized controlled trials
The efficacy and safety of hybrid ablation (HA) for patients with non-paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AF) remain unclear. PubMed, Embase, Cochrane,...
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PARP inhibitor era in ovarian cancer treatment: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
BackgroundOvarian cancer is the eighth leading cause of cancer-related death among women, characterized by late diagnosis and a high relapse rate. In...
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Active gas aspiration in reducing pain after laparoscopic cholecystectomy: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
BackgroundPostoperative pain is a common issue following laparoscopic cholecystectomy. This meta-analysis aimed to determine if active gas aspiration...
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Effects of resveratrol on polycystic ovarian syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
PurposePolycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is the heightened ovarian dysfunction associated with excessive androgen production, manifesting with...
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Endovascular Thrombectomy for Large Ischemic Strokes with ASPECTS 0–2: a Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
PurposeRandomized controlled trials (RCTs) demonstrated a treatment effect of endovascular thrombectomy in acute ischemic stroke with large infarct,...
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Intrauterine interventions options for preventing recurrence after hysteroscopic adhesiolysis: a systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
PurposeRecurrence of adhesions after hysteroscopic adhesiolysis is a challenging clinical problem without a unified management approach. Therefore,...
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Effects of renal denervation on blood pressure in patients with hypertension: a latest systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized sham-controlled trials
The efficacy of renal denervation (RDN) has been controversial, but recent randomized sham-controlled trials demonstrated significant blood pressure...
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Massage for rehabilitation after total knee arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
ObjectiveThis study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of massage for postoperative rehabilitation after total knee arthroplasty (TKA).
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Starting position during colonoscopy: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
BackgroundTraditional teaching has been to place patients in the left lateral decubitus starting position for colonoscopies. Recent randomized...
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Pharmacotherapy for Dravet Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
BackgroundDravet syndrome (DS) is a severe developmental and epileptic encephalopathy characterized by drug-resistant, lifelong seizures. The...
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Effects of Melissa officinalis (lemon balm) consumption on serum lipid profile: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
BackgroundAccording to traditional medicine, Melissa officinalis L., (lemon balm) has been known to remove harmful substances from the blood and is...
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A meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis comparing nonoperative versus operative management for uncomplicated appendicitis: a focus on randomized controlled trials
BackgroundThe aim of this study is to provide a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCT) comparing conservative and surgical treatment in...
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Efficacy and safety of fostamatinib in refractory immune thrombocytopenia: a meta-analysis from randomized controlled trials
BackgroundImmune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is an immune-mediated disease that results in low platelet counts. Despite appropriate treatment, many...
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Autologous Slings in Female Stress Urinary Incontinence Treatment: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Introduction and hypothesisThe aim of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of autologous fascial slings (AFS) compared with other...
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Efficacy and Safety of Alprostadil in Microcirculatory Disturbances During Emergency PCI: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
ObjectiveThe clinical advantage of alprostadil [prostaglandin E1 (PGE1)] in the treatment of microcirculatory disturbances (defined as no-reflow or...
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Effect of soy isoflavone supplementation on blood pressure: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
BackgroundPrevious experimental studies have suggested that the consumption of soy isoflavones may have a potential impact on lowering blood...