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Comparative safety of cholinesterase inhibitors and memantine for dementia: a protocol for a network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Abstract Background Dementia is a growing public health concern, affecting over 55 million people worldwide, with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) being …
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Integrating case reports into systematic reviews: methodological strategies and challenges
Systematic reviews are used in medical research to synthesize evidence by collecting evidence from available literature without overlooking important sources …
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Prevalence of mental health illness in Nigeria: protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis
BACKGROUND: Mental health disorders pose a major public health challenge worldwide, with one in eight individuals affected, particularly by anxiety …
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Synthesizing evidence to guide the design and implementation of effective strategies for discontinuing postoperative antibiotic prophylaxis in surgical settings: an umbrella review post-WHO 2018 recommendations
Abstract Background Postoperative antibiotic prophylaxis (PAP) involves using antibiotics after surgery to prevent surgical site infections (SSIs). However, studies have …
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HEMA-free versus HEMA-containing adhesive systems: a systematic review
BACKGROUND: Hydrophilic monomer 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA)-free adhesive systems are gaining increasing popularity nowadays. Although the addition of HEMA to dental …
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Barriers and facilitators of benzathine penicillin G adherence among rheumatic heart disease patients: a mixed methods systematic review using the COM-B (capability, opportunity, and motivation for behavior) model
BACKGROUND: Benzathine penicillin G (BPG) is a proven preventive agent for preventing the progression of rheumatic heart disease (RHD) and …
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Prevalence of gonococcal and chlamydial infections among men who have sex with men in sub-Saharan Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BACKGROUND: Men who have sex with men (MSM) are disproportionately affected by sexually transmitted infections (STI) including Neisseria gonorrhoeae (Ng) …
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Effectiveness of lifestyle interventions for glycaemic control among adults with type 2 diabetes in West Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol
BACKGROUND: Lifestyle interventions are key to the control of diabetes and the prevention of complications, especially when used with pharmacological …
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HIV1 drug resistance among patients experiencing first-line treatment failure in Ethiopia: protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract Background The emergence of HIV drug resistance presents a substantial challenge. Current antiretroviral treatments, along with current classes, face …
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Efficacy of non-instrumental Endodontic treatment in primary teeth: a systematic review of clinical randomized trials
BACKGROUND: Endodontic therapy in pediatric dentistry is a challenging procedure, especially for special needs, uncooperative, and very young patients. A …
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Prevalence of thyroid dysfunction and associated factors among adult type 2 diabetes mellitus patients, 2000–2022: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract Background Thyroid dysfunction (TD) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) frequently co-occur and have overlapping pathologies, and their risk …
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Catalysing global surgery: a meta-research study on factors affecting surgical research collaborations with Africa
INTRODUCTION: In December 2019, the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the urgent need for rapid collaboration, research, and interventions. International research collaborations …
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The effectiveness of short mobile phone text message reminders compared to usual care on medication adherence in patients with hypertension: a systematic review protocol
BACKGROUND: Poor adherence to long-term medication increases the risk of morbidity and mortality and decreases the quality of life of …
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COVID-19 vaccination hesitancy among Malawians: a scoping review
BACKGROUND: The best chance of eradicating the COVID-19 pandemic lies in a successful vaccination campaign against the virus. There is …
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Leveraging multisectoral approach to understand the determinants of childhood stunting in Rwanda: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BACKGROUND: Addressing childhood stunting is a priority and an important step in the attainment of Global Nutrition Targets for 2025 …
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Diagnostic performance of CL Detect rapid-immunochromatographic test for cutaneous leishmaniasis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BACKGROUND: Sensitive, robust, and fast point-of-care tests are needed for cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL) diagnosis. The recently developed CL Detect rapid …
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Prevalence of herbal and traditional medicine in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis of 20-year studies
Abstract Background The widely accepted prevalence of traditional medicine (TM) in Ethiopia was about 80 %, of which 95 % …
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Efficacy of nano encapsulated herbal extracts in the treatment of induced wounds in animal models: a systematic review protocol
BACKGROUND: Wounds inflict pain and affect human health causing high expenditure on treatment and management. Herbal crude extracts are used …
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Global prevalence of COVID-19-induced acute respiratory distress syndrome: systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract Background Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is potentially a fatal form of respiratory failure among COVID-19 patients. Globally, there …
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Peer support interventions in maternal and child healthcare delivery in sub-Saharan Africa: protocol for a realist review
BACKGROUND: Peer support has been proposed as a promising policy intervention for addressing adverse maternal and child healthcare (MCH) outcomes …
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