Determining prognostic factors in the treatment of primary hemifacial spasm: Clinical outcomes and complications. A literature review by Juan Carlos Acevedo-González, Alex Taub-Krivoy, Julian Alfonso Sierra-Peña, Julian Geronimo Lizarazo

“…Methods: Following PRISMA guidelines, we systematically searched databases like PubMed, Embase, Scopus, Ovid, EBSCO, and Cochrane using keywords such as 'Hemifacial spasm,' 'Microvascular decompression,' 'Neurovascular conflict,' and 'Surgical techniques.' …”
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The effectiveness of rural community health workers in improving health outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic: a systematic review by Neema Kaseje, Meghna Ranganathan, Monica Magadi, Kevin Oria, Andy Haines

“…Methods We searched electronic databases for articles published from 2020 to 2023 describing rural CHW interventions during the COVID-19 pandemic in LMICs. …”
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Effects of Tai Chi Exercise on Balance Function in Stroke Patients: An Overview of Systematic Review by Caixia Hu, Xiaohui Qin, Minqing Jiang, Miaoqing Tan, Shuying Liu, Yuhua Lu, Changting Lin, Richun Ye

“…The aim of this current study was to systematically collate, appraise, and synthesize the results of these SRs/MAs using a systematic overview. Methods. Eight databases were searched: PubMed, Cochrane Library, Embase, Web of Science, CNKI, SinoMed, Chongqing VIP, and Wanfang Data. …”
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Integration of Conventional and Virtual Reality Approaches in Augmented Reality for Theory-Based Psychoeducational Intervention Design for Chronic Low Back Pain: Scoping Review by Robin Conen, Steffen Mueller, Ana Nanette Tibubos

“…MethodsA scoping review following PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines was performed in August 2024 by using Livivo ZB MED, PubMed, Web of Science, American Psychological Association PsycINFO (PsycArticle), and PsyArXiv Preprints databases. A qualitative content analysis of the included studies was conducted based on 4 deductively extracted categories. …”
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A Literature Review Determinat Factors of Quality of Life in Chronic Kidney Disease patients with Hemodialysis by Ni Wayan Sri Wahyuni, Ni Putu Kamaryati, Made Rismawan, Putu Inge Ruth Suantika

“…The literature review was conducted using five journal databases: ScienceDirect, Ebsco, PubMed, Neliti, and Google Scholar. …”
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Plexin C1 Marks Liver Cancer Cells with Epithelial Phenotype and Is Overexpressed in Hepatocellular Carcinoma by Gorkem Odabas, Metin Cetin, Serdar Turhal, Huseyin Baloglu, A. Emre Sayan, Tamer Yagci

“…Our observations in cancer databases that PLXNC1 is upregulated in HCC led us to investigate the expression profile of Plexin C1 mRNA and protein in HCC cell lines and tissues. …”
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Network pharmacology combined with experimental verification for exploring the potential mechanism of phellodendrine against depression by Lili Hu, Na Wu, Jue Wang, Donghui Cai

“…This study aimed to explore the therapeutic effects of PHE on MDD through network pharmacology and experimental validation. Multiple databases were used to predict the targets of PHE and MDD. …”
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How effective and cost-effective are behaviour change interventions in improving the prescription and use of antibiotics in low-income and middle-income countries? A protocol for a... by Mishal Khan, Virginia Wiseman, Neha Batura, Carla Cuevas

“…The aim of this protocol is to provide a comprehensive overview of the methods that will be used to identify and appraise evidence on the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of behaviour change interventions implemented in LMICs to improve the prescription and use of antibiotics.Methods and analysis Two databases (Web of Science and PubMed) will be searched based on a strategy developed in consultation with an essential medicines and health systems researcher. …”
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Experiences of internationally educated nurses working with older adults: A scoping review protocol. by Kristina M Kokorelias, Marianne Saragosa, Reham Abdelhalim, Eleni Philippopoulos, Ann Vo

“…The search strategy will be applied to seven databases (MEDLINE, PubMed (non-MEDLINE records), PsycINFO, PsychArticles, CINAHL, Scopus, Web of Science). …”
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Impact of coronary bifurcation angle on the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis and clinical outcome of coronary bifurcation intervention-A scoping review. by Yoshinobu Murasato, Kyohei Meno, Takahiro Mori, Katsuhiko Tanenaka

“…A total of 52 relevant references were selected from PubMed, Cochrane Library, and CINAHL databases and categorized into three topic areas.<h4>Results and conclusions</h4>A wider Angle A is associated with the increased likelihood of carina shift and a wider Angle B, with that of side branch occlusion. …”
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Based on network pharmacology and molecular docking to study the mechanisms of active ingredients of ginseng in the treatment of atopic dermatitis by BU Jialiang, SHEN Lin, MENG Yuan, PIAO Yingshi

“…[Objective] Using network pharmacology and molecular docking techniques to analyze the molecular mechanisms of active ingredients of ginseng in the treatment of atopic dermatitis. [Methods] The databases of OMIM, TTD, CTD, GEO and GeneCards were used to screen the homologous targets and disease targets of active ingredients in ginseng. …”
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Timing of mechanical circulatory support in acute myocardial infarction complicated by cardiogenic shock: A systematic review and meta-analysis by Tanawat Attachaipanich, Suthinee Attachaipanich, Kotchakorn Kaewboot

“…Methods: A systematic search using 4 databases, including PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane CENTRAL, was conducted from inception to October 25, 2024. …”
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State of the art progress of Evolvulus alsinoides in pharmacological activity and plant tissue culture: A potent Chinese medicinal plant by Collince Omondi Awere, Valentine Chikaodili Anadebe, Rakkammal Kasinathan, Pandiyan Muthuramalingam, Ramesh Manikandan

“…Methods: A total of 60 papers were identified through internet databases such as Scopus, Google Scholar, Web of Science, and PubMed. …”
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Acupoint stimulation for postpartum breastfeeding insufficiency: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Ya-Ching Chang, Yi-An Wang, Zi-Yu Chang, Jian-An Liao

“…Methods A systematic search of seven databases (PubMed, MEDLINE, Embase, Cochrane, CNKI, Airiti Library, ClinicalTrials.gov) was performed from their inception dates to September 30, 2023. …”
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Explore barriers to using the internet for health information access in African countries: A systematic review. by Alex Ayenew Chereka, Adamu Ambachew Shibabaw, Fikadu Wake Butta, Mathias Nega Tadesse, Mekashaw Tareke Abebe, Fekadu Ayelgn Atanie, Gemeda Wakgari Kitil

“…A comprehensive search was conducted across various databases, including Google Scholar, PubMed, Cochrane Library, Hinari, CINAHL, and Global Health. …”
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The impact of combined age-related vision loss and dementia on the participation of older adults: A scoping review. by Colleen McGrath, Inaara Karsan, Ann Marie Corrado, Taylor Ashley Lyons, Melanie Blue

“…Two researchers independently ran a total of 62 search terms across four categories in six databases (PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, Embase, Medline, PsycINFO), with an initial yield of 2,053 articles. …”
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Oral Antibacterial Drug Prescribing in Primary Care Out-of-Hours Services: A Scoping Review by Sarah Khalid Al Hussain, Rhian Deslandes, Deborah Edwards, Karen Louise Hodson

“…Methods: This review followed established frameworks, adhered to PRISMA-ScR guidelines, and the protocol was registered on Open Science Framework. Seven databases were searched from 2017 to May 2022. Data were summarised, tabulated, and presented narratively to explore themes and patterns that aligned with the review objectives. …”
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Genetic control of N-glycosylation of human blood plasma proteins by S. Zh. Sharapov, A. N. Timoshchuk, Y. S. Aulchenko

“…It briefly describes the most popular physical-chemical methods of N-glycome profiling and the databases that contain genes involved in the biosynthesis of N-glycans. …”
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Prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among garment workers: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Francis Fatoye, Tadesse Gebrye, Chidozie Mbada, Phoebe Apeagyei

“…Medline, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science electronic databases were searched to identify studies published in English up to November 2022. …”
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Best practice guidelines for professional nurses to provide self-management support to adults with tuberculosis-human immunodeficiency virus coinfection: A scoping review. by Eric Tornu, Portia Jordan, Michael McCaul

“…<h4>Methods</h4>We conducted a scoping review by searching for guidelines in six online databases, guideline clearing houses and search engines from 16th April 2022 to 25th May 2022. …”
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