42,482 papers found

BACKGROUND/AIMS: Preoperative serum hypoalbuminemia (<3.5&#xa0;g/dL) is the blanketed referenced threshold associated with postoperative readmission, reoperation, and mortality among medical and surgical patients. This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluates the specific role of preoperative serum albumin and rea…

INTRODUCTION: &#xa0;Lung transplant candidates (LTC) and recipients (LTR) frequently suffer from impaired exercise capacity and reduced quality of life. Telerehabilitation (TR) offers a viable alternative for patients with limited access to center-based rehabilitation. METHODS: This systematic review assessed TR's cli…

The objective of the study was to determine the difference in skeletal and dental effects of bone-borne (BB) versus tooth-borne (TB) surgically assisted rapid palatal expansion (SARPE) in subjects with maxillary transverse deficiency (MTD).The present review included randomized controlled trials (RCTs), non-RCTs and co…

BACKGROUND: This systematic review aims to provide an updated summary of the available evidence on the role of platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) in the treatment of alveolar osteitis. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Searches were conducted in several electronic databases, including PubMed, EBSCO, Cochrane Central Register of Controlle…

Anesthesia has been thought to impact cognitive function in the elderly, although the exact pathophysiology remains uncertain. This systematic review aimed to analyze the impact of ketamine and propofol on cognitive function in elderly patients. Following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-An…

OBJECTIVE: Selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) have demonstrated efficacy in the treatment of hypogonadism in males and male factor infertility. Two SERMs, clomiphene citrate and tamoxifen, are now prescribed for off-label use to treat both conditions in males. However, existing literature compares mixed pro…

Cognitive strategies in post-stroke patients significantly influence upper limb motor function recovery. Integrating upper extremity and psychological interventions may enhance rehabilitation outcomes. This scoping review aimed to summarize studies evaluating the effectiveness of combining these approaches to improve u…

Several clinical trials suggest that &#x3b2;-glucans may reduce feelings of fatigue, however the results of clinical trials are inconsistent. Additionally, no systematic reviews or meta-analyses have assessed the effects of &#x3b2;-glucans on fatigue. Therefore, this study investigates the effects of &#x3b2;-glucans on…

: Increasing evidence shows an involvement of brain plasticity mechanisms in both motor and central manifestations of neuromuscular disorders (NMDs). These mechanisms could be specifically addressed with neuromodulation or rehabilitation protocols. The aim of this scoping review is to summarise the evidence on plastici…

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the safety, efficacy, tolerability, and cost-effectiveness of bedside or office-based ureteric stent insertion. METHODS: Following Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses-Protocols (PRISMA-P) and A MeaSurement Tool to Assess systematic Reviews (AMSTAR) 2 guidelines, we…

INTRODUCTION: Child marriage is practiced widely in West and Central Africa with established links to several negative outcomes, particularly for girls. Although some reviews on predictors of the practice of child marriage exist, to date no review has focused on the costs and potential benefits to girls who have experi…

UNLABELLED: Liver cirrhosis is a chronic condition of the liver and is the 14th most common cause of death around the world; yet it remains an incurable disease. Probiotics have gained significant popularity as a potential treatment option for liver cirrhosis. METHODS: A systematic review and meta-analysis was conduct…

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: The relationship between sleep duration and obesity has been the focus of numerous investigations. This systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies aimed to assess the relationship between sleep duration, abdominal obesity, and body composition. METHODS: PubMed, Scopus,…

This study aims to assess the association between intravenous diltiazem and metoprolol in rate control for atrial fibrillation (AF) patients with rapid ventricular rate, focusing on rate control efficacy and hemodynamic adverse events. Following the&#xa0;Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyse…

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effectiveness of scapular stabilization exercises (SSE) in the treatment of subacromial pain syndrome (SAPS). METHODS: Clinical randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on SSE in the treatment of SAPS were searched electronically in PubMed, Science Direct, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled…

There has been an exponential increase in randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on cerebrovascular disease within neurosurgery. The goal of this study was to review, outline the scope, and summarize all phase 2b and phase 3 RCTs impacting&#xa0;cerebrovascular neurosurgery practice since 2018. We searched PubMed, MEDLINE,…

INTRODUCTION: Despite all available evidence regarding increased morbidity and mortality among dialysis patients due to falls and their complications, and an increase in risk factors for falls, relatively little attention has been focused on evidence-based interventions that can reduce falls. We evaluated the effective…

OBJECTIVES: The present study aimed to systematically review the current randomized clinical trials (RCTs) with respect to computer-aided design/computer-aided manufactured (CAD/CAM) techniques in the process of implant planning, placement, and rehabilitation. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Four independent reviewers conducte…

To evaluate progression-free survival (PFS) as early surrogate endpoints for overall survival (OS) in primary CNS lymphoma (PCNSL).PubMed, Embase and Cochrane Central Library were searched up to 7&#xa0;June 2022. Trial-level analyses were performed by weighted linear regression of logarithmic hazard ratios for PFS and…

PURPOSE: To compare the efficacy of femtosecond laser-assisted arcuate keratotomy (FSAK) combined with non-toric intraocular lens (IOL) implantation versus Toric IOL (TIOL) implantation in correcting corneal astigmatism in cataract patients. METHODS: Relevant literature was searched in databases including PubMed, Web…