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Effects of PCSK9 inhibitors on coronary microcirculation, inflammation and cardiac function in patients with CHD after PCI: a protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis
This study is a systematic review of published literature data and no special ethical approval was required. PROSPERO registration number CRD42022346189.
Source: BMJ Open - September 18, 2023 Category: General Medicine Authors: Ye, X., Wang, S., Liu, X., Wu, Q., Lv, Y., Lv, Q., Li, J., Li, L., Yang, Y. Tags: Open access, Cardiovascular medicine Source Type: research

Prevalence of neck pain and its associated factors in Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol
Discussion This will be the first systematic review and meta-analysis to systematically identify and synthesise available literature on the prevalence of neck pain and its associated factors in Africa. The results of this review may assist health professionals and policymakers to plan and implement evidence-based strategies that will lessen the burden of neck pain. Ethics and dissemination Data from previously published studies will be collected and analysed and hence ethical approval will not be sought for this study. The results of this review will be disseminated through publication in a peer-reviewed academic journal ...
Source: BMJ Open - September 18, 2023 Category: General Medicine Authors: Mukhtar, N. B., Ibrahim, A. A., Mohammed, J. Tags: Open access, Epidemiology Source Type: research

Intravenous Application of Tranexamic Acid in Patients Undergoing Plastic Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis with GRADE Quality Assessment
ConclusionsIn plastic surgery, IV TXA administration results in less blood loss, reduced need for transfusion and better surgical fields but probably does not increase the risk of adverse events.Level of Evidence IThis journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine Ratings, please refer to Table of Contents or online Instructions to Authorswww.springer.com/00266.Graphical Abstract
Source: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery - September 18, 2023 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Source Type: research

Micronutrient Deficiency and Its Potential Role in Delirium Onset in Older Adults: A Systematic Review
ConclusionsThis review supports the existence of an association between micronutrient deficiency (i.e. cobalamin, thiamine, and vitamin D) and an increased incidence of delirium, with a greater prevalence in hospitalized patients.
Source: The Journal of Nutrition, Health and Aging - September 18, 2023 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research

Application of machine learning and artificial intelligence in the diagnosis and classification of polycystic ovarian syndrome: a systematic review
ConclusionArtificial intelligence and machine learning provide a high diagnostic and classification performance in detecting PCOS, thereby providing an avenue for early diagnosis of this disorder. However, AI-based studies should use standardized PCOS diagnostic criteria to enhance the clinical applicability of AI/ML in PCOS and improve adherence to methodological and reporting guidelines for maximum diagnostic utility.Systematic review registrationhttps://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/, identifier CRD42022295287.
Source: Frontiers in Endocrinology - September 18, 2023 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research

Quality of life in children suffering from headaches: a systematic literature review
ConclusionThere is a need for a condition-specific PROM to facilitate the measurement of QoL outcomes in the pediatric headache population. A conceptual model was developed based on the findings from the health concepts. Findings from this review could be used for future qualitative interviews with pediatric patients with headaches to elicit and refine important QoL concepts.
Source: The Journal of Headache and Pain - September 18, 2023 Category: Neurology Source Type: research

Prediabetes and the risk of breast cancer: a meta-analysis
ConclusionWomen with prediabetes may not be associated with an increased risk of BC as compared to women with normoglycemia.
Source: Frontiers in Oncology - September 18, 2023 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research

4 Things You Can Do to Increase Your Site ’s Traffic with AI
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Source: Reuters: Health - September 17, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Prognostic and clinical value of circPRKCI expression in diverse human cancers
CONCLUSION: Elevated circPRKCI expression was correlated with worse OS and unfavorable clinical features, suggesting a novel prognostic and predictive role of circPRKCI in diverse human cancers.PMID:37718264 | DOI:10.1097/CM9.0000000000002844
Source: Chinese Medical Journal - September 17, 2023 Category: General Medicine Authors: Zhongyue Liu Xiaolei Ren Zhimin Yang Lin Mei Wenyi Li Chao Tu Zhihong Li Source Type: research

Superwettable cellulose acetate-based nanofiber membrane with spider-web structure for highly efficient oily water purification
This study provides a novel strategy for the construction of the high-performance oil/water separation membrane.PMID:37717870 | DOI:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.126865
Source: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules - September 17, 2023 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Doudou Ning Zhaoqing Lu Cuiyu Tian Ning Yan Fan Xie Nan Li Li Hua Source Type: research

Palliative care interventions in chronic respiratory diseases: A systematic review
CONCLUSIONS: Palliative care appears to have a beneficial effect on breathlessness, one of the most distressing symptoms in patients suffering from chronic respiratory diseases and allows for advanced care planning. Additional research, with more robust trials, is needed to draw further conclusions about other health-related outcomes.PMID:37717791 | DOI:10.1016/j.rmed.2023.107411
Source: Respiratory Care - September 17, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Marta F é Santos Paulo Reis-Pina Source Type: research

Perceptions of healthcare professionals regarding labour induction and augmentation: A qualitative systematic review
CONCLUSION: Suggestions for improvement include conducting labour induction/augmentation training for clinicians, having sufficient resources in facilities, and developing appropriate labour induction/augmentation clinical guidelines. Women and their partners, community members, and traditional healers could benefit from receiving labour induction/augmentation education. To improve health outcomes, healthcare professionals could deliver woman-centred care and collaborate.PMID:37718194 | DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2023.09.003
Source: Women Birth - September 17, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Joelle Yan Xin Chua Mahesh Choolani Joan Gabrielle Lalor Huso Yi Yap Seng Chong Shefaly Shorey Source Type: research

Epidemiology of lean/non-obese nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in China: A systematic review and meta-analysis
CONCLUSION: Prevalence of NAFLD was slightly lower among the L/NO-NAFLD Chinese population than the global level but has obviously increased recently. In addition, the metabolic profile of L/NO-NAFLD patients was generally better compared to OW/O-NAFLD patients.PROSPERO Reg. No.: CRD42022327240.PMID:37717964 | DOI:10.15537/smj.2023.44.9.20230021
Source: Saudi Medical Journal - September 17, 2023 Category: Middle East Health Authors: Jianmei Zhang Xiaocheng Huang Luying Dong Yachao Yang Dehuan Kong Source Type: research

Perceptions of healthcare professionals regarding labour induction and augmentation: A qualitative systematic review
CONCLUSION: Suggestions for improvement include conducting labour induction/augmentation training for clinicians, having sufficient resources in facilities, and developing appropriate labour induction/augmentation clinical guidelines. Women and their partners, community members, and traditional healers could benefit from receiving labour induction/augmentation education. To improve health outcomes, healthcare professionals could deliver woman-centred care and collaborate.PMID:37718194 | DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2023.09.003
Source: Women Birth - September 17, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Joelle Yan Xin Chua Mahesh Choolani Joan Gabrielle Lalor Huso Yi Yap Seng Chong Shefaly Shorey Source Type: research

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