Epidemiology of tularemia in the countries of the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMRO): A systematic review and meta-analysis. by Mohammad Sholeh, Safoura Moradkasani, Saber Esmaeili

“…The current study aimed to determine the epidemiological status of tularemia in countries of the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMRO) through a systematic review and meta-analysis.<h4>Methods</h4>All included studies were identified through a systematic search of online databases, including Scopus, PubMed, Web of Science, and EMBASE, through July 26, 2022, using keywords and suitable combinations. …”
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Association of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and growth hormone deficiency: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Tingting Kong, Yunpeng Gu, Lei Sun, Run Zhou, Jie Li, Junping Shi

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The prevalence of sexual dysfunction and erectile dysfunction in men with multiple sclerosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis by V. Shaygannejad, O. Mirmosayyeb, S. Vaheb, N. Nehzat, M. Ghajarzadeh

“…The goal of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to determine the pooled prevalence of SD and ED in men suffering from MS. …”
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The Effect of Occupational Engagement on Lifestyle in Adults Living with Chronic Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis by Svetlana Solgaard Nielsen, Søren T. Skou, Anette Enemark Larsen, Alessio Bricca, Jens Søndergaard, Jeanette Reffstrup Christensen

“…Methods. In this systematic review (PROSPERO reg. CRD42020159279), we included randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on interventions involving occupational engagement (i.e., occupational performance based on involvement, choice, positive meaning, and commitment) and assessing modifiable lifestyle factors: physical activity, body anthropometrics, alcohol consumption, smoking, stress, and sleep. …”
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Prostate cancer incidence and mortality linked to metalworking fluid exposure: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Zahra Moradpour, Amin Barik, Goljamal Jorjani, Mohammad Reza Taherian, Sepideh Tousizadeh, Sepideh Tousizadeh, Aram Halimi, Aram Halimi, Yaser Soleimani, Mobina Karimian, Tina Khavari, Fateme Azizi Kalankari, Fatemeh Asadipour, Mojtaba Azari, Niloofar Yousefzadeh Shakouri, Saeideh Karamian, Nasser Bahari, Alireza Mosavi Jarrahi

“…Occupational exposures, including metalworking fluids (MWFs), have emerged as a potential risk factor for prostate cancer, yet comprehensive studies on this association are limited.ObjectiveThis study aims to systematically review and conduct a meta-analysis to examine the incidence and mortality of prostate cancer linked to MWF exposure.MethodsA systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted following the PRISMA guidelines. …”
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Real-time ultrasound for umbilical venous catheter insertion in neonates- a systematic review and meta-analysis by Rajendra Prasad Anne, Emine A. Rahiman, Abhishek Somashekara Aradhya

“…Abstract Objective There has been an increase in real-time ultrasonography use in central venous catheterisation. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess the role of real-time ultrasound use in umbilical venous catheterisation in neonates. …”
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Can Transthoracic Echocardiography Be Used to Predict Fluid Responsiveness in the Critically Ill Patient? A Systematic Review by Justin C. Mandeville, Claire L. Colebourn

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Extinction Status, Challenges, and Conservation Approaches of South African Indigenous and Village Chickens: A Systematic Review by Sindisiwe Mbali Sithole, Khathutshelo Agree Nephawe, Takalani Judas Mpofu, Bohani Mtileni, Masindi Lottus Mphaphathi, Jabulani Nkululeko Ngcobo

“…Hence, the aim of this systematic review was to assess the extinction status, challenges, and conservation approaches for these breeds. …”
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Prevalence of acute kidney injury in Mexico; a systematic review and meta-analysis of pre-pandemic reports by Jose J. Zaragoza, Jonathan S. Chavez-Iñiguez, Armando Vazquez-Rangel

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A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis on the Efficacy of Medications in the Treatment of Chronic Idiopathic Constipation in Japan by Atsushi Nakajima, Ayako Shoji, Kinya Kokubo, Ataru Igarashi

“…The aim of this study was to use a systematic review and network meta-analysis to compare the relative efficacy of these medications in Japanese patients. …”
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The outcomes of recent patient safety education interventions for trainee physicians and medical students: a systematic review by Charles Vincent, Nick Sevdalis, Sonal Arora, Paul Baker, Matthew A Kirkman, Maria Ahmed

“…Objective To systematically review the latest evidence for patient safety education for physicians in training and medical students, updating, extending and improving on a previous systematic review on this topic.Design A systematic review.Data sources Embase, Ovid Medline and PsycINFO databases.Study selection Studies including an evaluation of patient safety training interventions delivered to trainees/residents and medical students published between January 2009 and May 2014.Data extraction The review was performed using a structured data capture tool. …”
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Clinical and novel insights into risk factors for sarcopenia in dialysis patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Yifei Zhang, Zeyu Zhang, Zijing Cao, Xuehui Bai, Shujiao Zhang, Shuaixing Zhang, Jingyi Tang, Junyu Xi, Yiran Xie, Yuqi Wu, Zhongjie Liu, Weijing Liu

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Severity and mortality of COVID-19 among people with disabilities: protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis by Abay Woday Tadesse, Abubeker Alebachew Seid, Aragaw Asfaw Hasen

“…Introduction As the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent global healthcare crisis continue, people with disabilities may face greater health risks than their non-disabled peers. This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to determine the severity and mortality of COVID-19 among people with different types of disabilities.Methods and analysis We will search PubMed, HINARI, ScienceDirect, PEDro and Cochrane Library databases. …”
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Beyond the current state of just-in-time adaptive interventions in mental health: a qualitative systematic review by Claire R. van Genugten, Claire R. van Genugten, Melissa S. Y. Thong, Melissa S. Y. Thong, Melissa S. Y. Thong, Wouter van Ballegooijen, Wouter van Ballegooijen, Wouter van Ballegooijen, Annet M. Kleiboer, Annet M. Kleiboer, Donna Spruijt-Metz, Arnout C. Smit, Mirjam A. G. Sprangers, Mirjam A. G. Sprangers, Yannik Terhorst, Yannik Terhorst, Heleen Riper, Heleen Riper, Heleen Riper

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Conflict-associated wounds and burns infected with GLASS pathogens in the Eastern Mediterranean Region: A systematic review by Amelia Wild, Clare Shortall, Omar Dewachi, Carine Naim, Alex Green, Sarah Hussain, Aula Abbara

“…Methods A systematic literature review was conducted following Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses guidelines. Five databases and grey literature were searched, identifying studies published from January 2010 to June 2024. …”
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Probiotics Reduce Postoperative Infections in Patients Undergoing Colorectal Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Peng Cheng Liu, Yu Ke Yan, Yu Jing Ma, Xiang Wen Wang, Jie Geng, Man Cai Wang, Feng Xian Wei, Ya Wu Zhang, Xiao Dong Xu, You Cheng Zhang

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Antibacterial Activity of Sinularia sp. Against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus: Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review by Deka Prismawan, Monika Arvia Chiara, Shannen Ivanka Gunardi, Karmill Trinanda, Robby Sutedjo, Michael Michael

“…This study was conducted based on the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis (PRISMA) statement to measure the effect size of the antibacterial activity from Sinularia sp. against E. coli and S. aureus. …”
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Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy for Acute Myocardial Infarction: Protocol for a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Michael Vincent DiCaro, Brianna Yee, KaChon Lei, Kavita Batra, Buddhadeb Dawn

“…MethodsThe proposed systematic review is registered with PROSPERO (International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews). …”
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Fecal Microbiota Transplantation as Therapy for Treatment of Active Ulcerative Colitis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Xiaolei Liu, Yan Li, Kaichun Wu, Yongquan Shi, Min Chen

“…Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is a highly effective treatment against recurrent Clostridium difficile infection; however, its efficacy in UC is still controversial. A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to evaluate the efficacy and safety of FMT for treatment of active UC. …”
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Feeding Practices among Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Exposed Infants in Ethiopia: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Habtamu Temesgen, Ayenew Negesse, Temesgen Getaneh, Yibelu Bazezew, Dessalegn Haile, Wubetu Woyraw, Melaku Desta, Alehegn Aderaw Alamneh

“…The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guideline was followed. …”
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