Effect of Interval between Neoadjuvant Chemoradiotherapy and Surgery on Oncological Outcome for Rectal Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Xiao-Jie Wang, Zheng-Rong Zheng, Pan Chi, Hui-Ming Lin, Xing-Rong Lu, Ying Huang

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Vitamin B12, Folate, Homocysteine, and Bone Health in Adults and Elderly People: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analyses by J. P. van Wijngaarden, E. L. Doets, A. Szczecińska, O. W. Souverein, M. E. Duffy, C. Dullemeijer, A. E. J. M. Cavelaars, B. Pietruszka, P. van't Veer, A. Brzozowska, R. A. M. Dhonukshe-Rutten, C. P. G. M. de Groot

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Closed Reduction Percutaneous Pinning Compared with Open Reduction Internal Fixation in Treating Supracondylar Fractures: A Systematic Review by I Made Yedi Wisnawan, I Kadek Yoga Premana, Anak Agung Ngurah Krisna Dwipayana

“…Results: From 130 studies obtained, after a full-text review, four studies were included in the systematic review. The total sample size was around 268 patients with a mean age of 4-14. …”
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Comparative safety of the sodium glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Kris Aubrey-Bassler, John-Michael Gamble, Jennifer R Donnan, Catherine A Grandy, Eugene Chibrikov, Carlo A Marra, Karissa Johnston, Michelle Swab, Jenna Hache, Daniel Curnew, Hai Nguyen

“…Objective To estimate the association between the use of sodium glucose co-transporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors and postmarket harms as identified by drug regulatory agencies.Design We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials (RCT). …”
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RETRACTED ARTICLE: Impact TB co-infections on immune tolerance among people living with HIV: a systematic review by Yimam Getaneh, Siti qamariyah Khairunisa, Dominicus Husada, Kuntaman Kuntaman, Maria Inge Lusida

“…Impact TB co-infections on immune tolerance among people living with HIV: a systematic review. HIV Research & Clinical Practice, 24(1). https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/25787489.2023.2270822 Since publication, significant concerns have been raised about the fact that this article has substantial overlap with the following published articles, which have not been cited or referenced: Figure 1 and associated caption in the above article are from Anandaiah A, Dheda K, Keane J, Koziel H, Moore DA, Patel NR. …”
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Effect of Fentanyl as an Adjuvant to Brachial Plexus Block for Upper Extremity Surgeries: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of RCTs by Liangsong Song, Shulian Tan, Qingmin Chen, He Li

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Knowledge and Awareness of Medical and Dental Students About Oral Cancer Risk Factors: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Lilibeth-Stephania Escoto-Vasquez MSc, Mario Alberto Alarcón-Sánchez MSc, Ruth Rodríguez-Montaño PhD, Julieta Sarai Becerra-Ruiz PhD, Sarah Monserrat Lomelí-Martínez PhD, Artak Heboyan PhD

“…Objective This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to assess the knowledge and awareness of oral cancer risk factors among medical and dental students. …”
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A systematic review on how primary care electronic medical record data have been used for antimicrobial stewardship by Ron Cheah, Caroline Chen, Daniel Capurro, Jo-Anne Manski-Nankervis, Vlada Rozova, Karin Thursky

“… Abstract Objective: This systematic review aims to synthesize evidence from current literature to describe how Electronic Medical Record (EMR) primary care data have been used for antimicrobial stewardship activities internationally. …”
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Brief comment on “Mitral valve repair and replacement in infectious endocarditis: a systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical outcome” by Harvey James Moldon, Armia Ahmadi-Hadad

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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

“…Objectives This systematic review aims to describe and appraise the current evidence on the effectiveness of rural CHWs in improving access to health services and health outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic in low-and middle-income countries [LMICs]. …”
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Propolis efficiency against Enterococcus faecalis compared with other intra-canal medicaments: a systematic review with meta-analysis by Victoria Karlak, Martyna Ortarzewska, Jakub Jankowski, Kacper Nijakowski

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Unlocking the potential of micro-hydropower in water distribution networks: a comprehensive systematic review for Malaysia’s sustainable energy future by Muhammad Fazrulilahi Abdul Rahman, Norashikin Ahmad Kamal, Jazuri Abdullah, Emanuele Quaranta, Sangmin Shin

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Graft survival and mortality outcomes after kidney transplant in patients with lupus nephritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Weizhong Jiang, Yunfen Xu, Qichun Yin

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Cognitive prehabilitation for geriatric patients undergoing elective surgery: a PRISMA-P-compliant protocol for a systematic review by Yu He, Nianyi Sun, Wenchen Zou, Anren Zhang, Xiaochai Han, Caitao Chen

“…This comprehensive systematic review will assess the effectiveness and safety of cognitive prehabilitation programmes prior to surgery on cognitive functional capacity and postoperative cognitive outcomes in geriatric patients undergoing elective surgery.Methods and analysis This protocol was prepared using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Protocols. …”
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Physical measures of physical functioning as prognostic factors in predicting outcomes for neck and thoracic pain: Protocol for a systematic review. by Rabea Begum, Alison Rushton, Alaa El Chamaa, David Walton, Paul Parikh

“…<h4>Methods and analysis</h4>This systematic review follows Cochrane guidelines and aligns with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Protocols (PRISMA-P). …”
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The safety and efficacy of cannabinoids for the treatment of mental health and substance use disorders: protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis by Jack Wilson, Andrew Langcake, Zachary Bryant, Tom P. Freeman, Janni Leung, Gary C. K. Chan, Amir Englund, Myfanwy Graham, Emily Stockings

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Association of gross domestic product with equitable access to childhood vaccines in 195 countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Kwabena Obeng Duedu, Yakhya Dieye, Andreas Ateke Njoh, Jerome Nyhalah Dinga, Jones Soladoye Akinbobola, Funmilayo Ibitayo Deborah Afolayan, Tesfaye Kassa, David Dazhia Lazarus, Gezahegne Mamo Kassa, Nefefe Tshifhiwa, Mustapha Oumouna

“…The protocol was registered on PROSPERO (ID: CRD42022350418) and carried out using Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines.Results Data from 195 countries showed that the following infectious diseases had the highest burden; human papillomavirus (HPV), measles, Ebola and yellow fever. …”
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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

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Coffee, including caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee, and the risk of hepatocellular carcinoma: a systematic review and dose–response meta-analysis by Paul Roderick, Peter Clive Hayes, Julie Parkes, Ryan Buchanan, Oliver John Kennedy, Jonathan Andrew Fallowfield

“…Objectives To examine the association between coffee, including caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee, with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and assess the influence of HCC aetiology and pre-existing liver disease.Design We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis. We calculated relative risks (RRs) of HCC according to caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee consumption using a random-effects dose–response meta-analysis. …”
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Circulating Levels of Glial Cell Line-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (GDNF) in Schizophrenia: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Omran Davarinejad, Saeid Komasi, Mohammad-Taher Moradi, Farzaneh Golmohammadi, Maryam Bahrami, Hamed Esmaeil Lashgarian, Masumeh Jalalvand, Sara Hookari, Fatemeh Kazemisafa

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