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Not a therapeutic evaluation (n = 77)
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Reference of included citation
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177
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Almenawer, S. A., I. Bogza, et al. (2013). "The value of scheduled repeat cranial computed tomography after mild head injury: single-center series and meta-analysis." Neurosurgery72(1): 56–62; discussion 63–54.
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335
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Atlantis, E., P. Fahey, et al. (2013). "Endogenous testosterone level and testosterone supplementation therapy in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): a systematic review and meta-analysis." BMJ Open3(8).
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Gans, I., K. D. Baldwin, et al. (2013). "Treatment and Management Outcomes of Tibial Eminence Fractures in Pediatric Patients: A Systematic Review." Am J Sports Med.
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2062
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Garces, S., J. Demengeot, et al. (2013). "The immunogenicity of anti-TNF therapy in immune-mediated inflammatory diseases: a systematic review of the literature with a meta-analysis." Ann Rheum Dis72(12): 1947–1955.
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5938
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Suthar, A. B., D. Hoos, et al. (2013). "Integrating antiretroviral therapy into antenatal care and maternal and child health settings: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Bull World Health Organ91(1): 46–56.
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7112
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Zhi, X., X. Zhou, et al. (2013). "Practical role of mutation analysis for imatinib treatment in patients with advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumors: a meta-analysis." PLoS One8(11): e79275.
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475
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Bauer, S. R., S. E. Hankinson, et al. (2013). "Plasma vitamin D levels, menopause, and risk of breast cancer: dose–response meta-analysis of prospective studies." Medicine (Baltimore)92(3): 123–131.
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591
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Bewtra, M., L. M. Kaiser, et al. (2013). "Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are associated with elevated standardized mortality ratios: a meta-analysis." Inflamm Bowel Dis19(3): 599–613.
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597
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Bhangu, A., D. Nepogodiev, et al. (2013). "Meta-analysis of plasma to red blood cell ratios and mortality in massive blood transfusions for trauma." Injury44(12): 1693–1699.
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675
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Bonifazi, M., I. Tramacere, et al. (2013). "Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) and cancer risk: systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies." Rheumatology (Oxford)52(1): 143–154.
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701
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Bosanquet, D. C., D. A. Harris, et al. (2013). "Systematic review and meta-analysis of intraoperative peritoneal lavage for colorectal cancer staging." Br J Surg100(7): 853–862.
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717
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Bougma, K., F. E. Aboud, et al. (2013). "Iodine and mental development of children 5 years old and under: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Nutrients5(4): 1384–1416.
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803
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Bryant, A. R., S. B. Wilton, et al. (2013). "Association between QRS duration and outcome with cardiac resynchronization therapy: a systematic review and meta-analysis." J Electrocardiol46(2): 147–155.
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1017
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Charidimou, A., P. Kakar, et al. (2013). "Cerebral microbleeds and recurrent stroke risk: systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective ischemic stroke and transient ischemic attack cohorts." Stroke44(4): 995–1001.
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1349
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Davies, A., K. P. Singh, et al. (2013). "Treatment outcomes of treatment-naive Hepatitis C patients co-infected with HIV: a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational cohorts." PLoS One8(2): e55373.
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1996
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Fumery, M., C. Xiaocang, et al. (2013). "Thromboembolic events and cardiovascular mortality in inflammatory bowel diseases: A meta-analysis of observational studies." J Crohns Colitis.
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2066
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Garcia, S., Y. Sandoval, et al. (2013). "Outcomes after complete versus incomplete revascularization of patients with multivessel coronary artery disease: a meta-analysis of 89,883 patients enrolled in randomized clinical trials and observational studies." J Am Coll Cardiol62(16): 1421–1431.
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2144
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Gielen, C., O. Dekkers, et al. (2013). "The effects of pre- and postoperative fibrinogen levels on blood loss after cardiac surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg.
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2689
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Huang, Y., R. Chen, et al. (2013). "Association between point-of-care CRP testing and antibiotic prescribing in respiratory tract infections: a systematic review and meta-analysis of primary care studies." Br J Gen Pract63(616): 787–794.
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2823
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James, M. T., S. M. Samuel, et al. (2013). "Contrast-induced acute kidney injury and risk of adverse clinical outcomes after coronary angiography: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Circ Cardiovasc Interv6(1): 37–43.
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3014
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Kaptoge, S., S. R. Seshasai, et al. (2013). "Inflammatory cytokines and risk of coronary heart disease: new prospective study and updated meta-analysis." Eur Heart J.
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3476
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Lemos, E. V., F. P. de la Hoz, et al. (2013). "Carbapenem resistance and mortality in patients with Acinetobacter baumannii infection: systematic review and meta-analysis." Clin Microbiol Infect.
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317
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Arregui, M., B. Buijsse, et al. (2014). "Adiponectin and Risk of Stroke: Prospective Study and Meta-analysis." Stroke45(1): 10–17.
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367
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Baandrup, L., M. T. Faber, et al. (2013). "Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and risk of ovarian cancer: systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies." Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand92(3): 245–255.
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609
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Bhattacharjee, S., R. Bhattacharya, et al. (2013). "Antidepressant use and new-onset diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Diabetes Metab Res Rev29(4): 273–284.
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641
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Blackadar, C. B. (2013). "Systematic review of hepatocellular carcinoma mortality rates among hepatitis B virus-infected renal transplant recipients, with supplemental analyses of liver failure and all-cause mortality." Int J Infect Dis17(1): e24-36.
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679
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Bonovas, S., G. Nikolopoulos, et al. (2013). "Bisphosphonate use and risk of colorectal cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Br J Clin Pharmacol76(3): 329–337.
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707
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Bosetti, C., V. Rosato, et al. (2013). "Cancer risk for patients using thiazolidinediones for type 2 diabetes: a meta-analysis." Oncologist18(2): 148–156.
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771
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Brinton, L. A. and A. S. Felix (2013). "Menopausal hormone therapy and risk of endometrial cancer." J Steroid Biochem Mol Biol.
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1071
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Chen, Y. B., Q. Chen, et al. (2013). "Insulin therapy and risk of prostate cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies." PLoS One8(11): e81594.
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1143
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Choueiri, T. K., Y. Je, et al. (2013). "Analgesic use and the risk of kidney cancer: A meta-analysis of epidemiologic studies." Int J Cancer.
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2415
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Hargreave, M., A. Jensen, et al. (2013). "Fertility treatment and childhood cancer risk: a systematic meta-analysis." Fertil Steril100(1): 150–161.
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2443
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Havrilesky, L. J., P. G. Moorman, et al. (2013). "Oral contraceptive pills as primary prevention for ovarian cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Obstet Gynecol122(1): 139–147.
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3024
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Karlstad, O., J. Starup-Linde, et al. (2013). "Use of insulin and insulin analogs and risk of cancer - systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies." Curr Drug Saf8(5): 333–348.
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3464
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Lee, S. H., R. C. Chan, et al. (2013). "Use of bisphosphonates and the risk of osteonecrosis among cancer patients: a systemic review and meta-analysis of the observational studies." Support Care Cancer.
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3933
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Maneiro, J. R., E. Salgado, et al. (2013). "Immunogenicity of monoclonal antibodies against tumor necrosis factor used in chronic immune-mediated Inflammatory conditions: systematic review and meta-analysis." JAMA Intern Med173(15): 1416–1428.
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4345
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Namazy, J. A., V. E. Murphy, et al. (2013). "Effects of asthma severity, exacerbations and oral corticosteroids on perinatal outcomes." Eur Respir J41(5): 1082–1090.
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4441
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Noel, S. E., A. C. Stoneham, et al. (2013). "Consumption of omega-3 fatty acids and the risk of skin cancers: A systematic review and meta-analysis." Int J Cancer.
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4695
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Parsaik, A. K., B. Singh, et al. (2013). "Statins use and risk of depression: A systematic review and meta-analysis." J Affect Disord.
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4923
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Pradelli, D., D. Soranna, et al. (2013). "Statins and primary liver cancer: a meta-analysis of observational studies." Eur J Cancer Prev22(3): 229–234.
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4971
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Qi, Z. Y., C. Shao, et al. (2013). "Reproductive and exogenous hormone factors in relation to risk of meningioma in women: a meta-analysis." PLoS One8(12): e83261.
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4975
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Qin, J., T. Yang, et al. (2013). "Oral contraceptive use and uterine leiomyoma risk: a meta-analysis based on cohort and case–control studies." Arch Gynecol Obstet288(1): 139–148.
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4991
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Qu, H., G. R. Sun, et al. (2013). "Clinical risk factors of delayed gastric emptying in patients after pancreaticoduodenectomy: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Eur J Surg Oncol39(3): 213–223.
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5015
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Rabenda, V., D. Nicolet, et al. (2013). "Relationship between use of antidepressants and risk of fractures: a meta-analysis." Osteoporos Int24(1): 121–137.
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5311
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Salgado, E., J. R. Maneiro, et al. (2013). "Rheumatoid factor and response to TNF antagonists in rheumatoid arthritis: Systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies." Joint Bone Spine.
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5468
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Scosyrev, E., S. Tobis, et al. (2013). "Statin use and the risk of biochemical recurrence of prostate cancer after definitive local therapy: a meta-analysis of eight cohort studies." BJU Int111(3 Pt B): E71-77.
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5472
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Scott, I. C., R. Tan, et al. (2013). "The protective effect of alcohol on developing rheumatoid arthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Rheumatology (Oxford)52(5): 856–867.
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5644
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Singh, I., S. Rajagopalan, et al. (2013). "Preoperative statin therapy is associated with lower requirement of renal replacement therapy in patients undergoing cardiac surgery: a meta-analysis of observational studies." Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg17(2): 345–352.
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5646
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Singh, P. P. and S. Singh (2013). "Statins are associated with reduced risk of gastric cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Ann Oncol24(7): 1721–1730.
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5652
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Singh, S., S. K. Garg, et al. (2013). "Acid-suppressive medications and risk of oesophageal adenocarcinoma in patients with Barrett's oesophagus: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Gut.
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5662
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Singh, S., A. G. Singh, et al. (2013). "Statins are associated with reduced risk of esophageal cancer, particularly in patients with Barrett's esophagus: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol11(6): 620–629.
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5674
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Singh, S., P. P. Singh, et al. (2013). "Statins are associated with a reduced risk of hepatocellular cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Gastroenterology144(2): 323–332.
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5768
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Song, Y., H. Nie, et al. (2013). "Association of statin use with risk of dementia: a meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies." Geriatr Gerontol Int13(4): 817–824.
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5902
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Sun, A., R. Liu, et al. (2013). "Insulin therapy and risk of colorectal cancer: an updated meta-analysis of epidemiological studies." Curr Med Res Opin.
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5912
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Sun, K., J. M. Liu, et al. (2013). "Bisphosphonate treatment and risk of esophageal cancer: a meta-analysis of observational studies." Osteoporos Int24(1): 279–286.
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6126
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Tleyjeh, I. M., A. B. Abdulhak, et al. (2013). "The association between histamine 2 receptor antagonist use and Clostridium difficile infection: a systematic review and meta-analysis." PLoS One8(3): e56498.
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6148
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Toulis, K. A., K. Hemming, et al. (2014). "beta-adrenergic receptor antagonists and fracture risk: a meta-analysis of selectivity, gender, and site-specific effects." Osteoporos Int25(1): 121–129.
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6194
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Tsakok, T., T. M. McKeever, et al. (2013). "Does early life exposure to antibiotics increase the risk of eczema? A systematic review." Br J Dermatol169(5): 983–991.
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6196
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Tsang, S. T. and P. Gaston (2013). "Adverse peri-operative outcomes following elective total hip replacement in diabetes mellitus: a systematic review and meta-analysis of cohort studies." Bone Joint J95-B(11): 1474–1479.
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6245
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Undela, K., K. Gudala, et al. (2013). "Statin use and risk of Parkinson's disease: a meta-analysis of observational studies." J Neurol260(1): 158–165.
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6363
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Varas-Lorenzo, C., N. Riera-Guardia, et al. (2013). "Myocardial infarction and individual nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs meta-analysis of observational studies." Pharmacoepidemiol Drug Saf22(6): 559–570.
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6427
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Vis, M. M., M. A. Beijk, et al. (2013). "A systematic review and meta-analysis on primary percutaneous coronary intervention of an unprotected left main coronary artery culprit lesion in the setting of acute myocardial infarction." JACC Cardiovasc Interv6(4): 317–324.
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6524
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Wang, L., S. Cai, et al. (2013). "Insulin therapy contributes to the increased risk of colorectal cancer in diabetes patients: a meta-analysis." Diagn Pathol8(1): 180.
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6587
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Wang, Z. M., D. Zhao, et al. (2013). "Flavonol intake and the risk for stroke: A meta-analysis of cohort studies." Nutrition.
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6761
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Wu, Q., W. Qu, et al. (2013). "Tricyclic antidepressant use and risk of fractures: a meta-analysis of cohort and case–control studies." J Bone Miner Res28(4): 753–763.
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6777
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Wu, X. D., K. Zeng, et al. (2013). "Statins are associated with reduced risk of gastric cancer: a meta-analysis." Eur J Clin Pharmacol69(10): 1855–1860.
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6801
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Xie, Q., M. L. Chen, et al. (2013). "Isoflavone consumption and risk of breast cancer: a dose–response meta-analysis of observational studies." Asia Pac J Clin Nutr22(1): 118–127.
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6817
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Xing, D., X. L. Ma, et al. (2014). "Association between use of benzodiazepines and risk of fractures: a meta-analysis." Osteoporos Int25(1): 105–120.
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99
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Ahn, J. S., C. S. Eom, et al. (2013). "Acid suppressive drugs and gastric cancer: a meta-analysis of observational studies." World J Gastroenterol19(16): 2560–2568.
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1479
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Deshpande, A., V. Pasupuleti, et al. (2013). "Acid-suppressive therapy is associated with spontaneous bacterial peritonitis in cirrhotic patients: a meta-analysis." J Gastroenterol Hepatol28(2): 235–242.
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1567
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Dong, J. Y., W. G. Zhang, et al. (2013). "Vitamin D intake and risk of type 1 diabetes: a meta-analysis of observational studies." Nutrients5(9): 3551–3562.
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2881
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Jin, G., Z. Lanlan, et al. (2014). "Pregnancy outcome following loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) a systematic review and meta-analysis." Arch Gynecol Obstet289(1): 85–99.
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6972
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Yuhara, H., D. A. Corley, et al. (2013). "Aspirin and non-aspirin NSAIDs increase risk of colonic diverticular bleeding: a systematic review and meta-analysis." J Gastroenterol.
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3105
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Khan, M. F., C. S. Wendel, et al. (2013). "Effects of percutaneous revascularization of chronic total occlusions on clinical outcomes: a meta-analysis comparing successful versus failed percutaneous intervention for chronic total occlusion." Catheter Cardiovasc Interv82(1): 95–107.
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2357
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Haider, B. A., I. Olofin, et al. (2013). "Anaemia, prenatal iron use, and risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes: systematic review and meta-analysis." BMJ346: f3443.
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1865
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Filion, K. B., D. Chateau, et al. (2013). "Proton pump inhibitors and the risk of hospitalisation for community-acquired pneumonia: replicated cohort studies with meta-analysis." Gut.
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Reason for exclusion:
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There is no comparison group (n = 22)
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Study ID
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Reference of included citation
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239
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Andrews, P. L., J. R. Shiber, et al. (2013). "Early application of airway pressure release ventilation may reduce mortality in high-risk trauma patients: a systematic review of observational trauma ARDS literature." J Trauma Acute Care Surg75(4): 635–641.
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2186
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Gomberawalla, M. M., B. S. Miller, et al. (2013). "Meta-analysis of joint preservation versus arthroplasty for the treatment of displaced 3- and 4-part fractures of the proximal humerus." Injury44(11): 1532–1539.
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2214
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Gopal, M., N. Padayatchi, et al. (2013). "Systematic review of clofazimine for the treatment of drug-resistant tuberculosis." Int J Tuberc Lung Dis17(8): 1001–1007.
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2749
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Iftikhar, I. H., E. R. Hays, et al. (2013). "Effect of oral appliances on blood pressure in obstructive sleep apnea: a systematic review and meta-analysis." J Clin Sleep Med9(2): 165–174.
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3242
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Koy, A., M. Hellmich, et al. (2013). "Effects of deep brain stimulation in dyskinetic cerebral palsy: a meta-analysis." Mov Disord28(5): 647–654.
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3748
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Lopez-Olivo, M. A., G. Pratt, et al. (2013). "Rasburicase in tumor lysis syndrome of the adult: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Am J Kidney Dis62(3): 481–492.
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4255
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Moulakakis, K. G., S. N. Mylonas, et al. (2013). "A systematic review and meta-analysis of hybrid aortic arch replacement." Ann Cardiothorac Surg2(3): 247–260.
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4869
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Pirie, D. A., B. H. Wattar, et al. (2014). "Effects of monitoring strategies on seizures in pregnant women on lamotrigine: a meta-analysis." Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol172: 26–31.
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5866
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Stone, J. C., J. Clark, et al. (2013). "Estrogen and selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) for the treatment of acromegaly: a meta-analysis of published observational studies." Pituitary.
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998
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Chang, S. J., M. Hodeib, et al. (2013). "Survival impact of complete cytoreduction to no gross residual disease for advanced-stage ovarian cancer: a meta-analysis." Gynecol Oncol130(3): 493–498.
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3796
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Luksic, I., S. Clay, et al. (2013). "Effectiveness of seasonal influenza vaccines in children -- a systematic review and meta-analysis." Croat Med J54(2): 135–145.
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5836
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Stegeman, B. H., M. de Bastos, et al. (2013). "Different combined oral contraceptives and the risk of venous thrombosis: systematic review and network meta-analysis." BMJ347: f5298.
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6128
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Toczek, A., H. Cox, et al. (2013). "Strategies for reducing treatment default in drug-resistant tuberculosis: systematic review and meta-analysis." Int J Tuberc Lung Dis17(3): 299–307.
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1681
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El-Jurdi, N., T. Reljic, et al. (2013). "Efficacy of adoptive immunotherapy with donor lymphocyte infusion in relapsed lymphoid malignancies." Immunotherapy5(5): 457–466.
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4169
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Moawad, F. J., J. G. Cheatham, et al. (2013). "Meta-analysis: the safety and efficacy of dilation in eosinophilic oesophagitis." Aliment Pharmacol Ther38(7): 713–720.
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5546
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Sharma, S., C. Wu, et al. (2013). "Prevalence of complications in neuromuscular scoliosis surgery: a literature meta-analysis from the past 15 years." Eur Spine J22(6): 1230–1249.
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6104
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Tian, D. H., B. Wan, et al. (2013). "A systematic review and meta-analysis on the safety and efficacy of the frozen elephant trunk technique in aortic arch surgery." Ann Cardiothorac Surg2(5): 581–591.
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449
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Barrachina-Diez, J. M., E. Tashkandi, et al. (2013). "Long-term Outcome of One-Piece Implants. Part II: Prosthetic Outcomes. A Systematic Literature Review with Meta-Analysis." Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants28(6): 1470–1482.
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2587
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Hollingsworth, J. M., M. A. Rogers, et al. (2013). "Determining the noninfectious complications of indwelling urethral catheters: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Ann Intern Med159(6): 401–410.
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2787
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Iudici, M., S. Fasano, et al. (2013). "Prevalence and factors associated with glucocorticoids (GC) use in systemic sclerosis (SSc): a systematic review and meta-analysis of cohort studies and registries." Clin Rheumatol.i
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4562
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Orman, E. S., N. Li, et al. (2013). "Efficacy and durability of radiofrequency ablation for Barrett's Esophagus: systematic review and meta-analysis." Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol11(10): 1245–1255.
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5702
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Slater, N. J., M. van der Kolk, et al. (2013). "Biologic grafts for ventral hernia repair: a systematic review." Am J Surg205(2): 220–230.
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Reason for exclusion:
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Not a meta-analysis/No statistical pooling of the results (n = 16)
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Study ID
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Reference of included citation
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175
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Almekhlafi, M. A., B. K. Menon, et al. (2013). "A meta-analysis of observational intra-arterial stroke therapy studies using the Merci device, Penumbra system, and retrievable stents." AJNR Am J Neuroradiol34(1): 140–145.
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1103
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Chiappini, E., L. Galli, et al. (2013). "Use of combination neonatal prophylaxis for the prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV infection in European high-risk infants." AIDS27(6): 991–1000.
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1505
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Dienstknecht, T., K. Horst, et al. (2013). "A meta-analysis of operative versus nonoperative treatment in 463 scapular neck fractures." Scand J Surg102(2): 69–76.
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2431
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Hasan, S., L. Liu, et al. (2013). "The role of postoperative radiation and chemoradiation in merkel cell carcinoma: a systematic review of the literature." Front Oncol3: 276.
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1641
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Eckert, S., S. B. Freytag, et al. (2013). "Meta-analysis of three observational studies of amlodipine/valsartan in hypertensive patients with additional risk factors." Blood Press22 Suppl 1: 11–21.
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960
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Chacko, J., L. Harling, et al. (2013). "Can statins improve outcomes after isolated cardiac valve surgery? A systematic literature review." Clin Cardiol36(8): 448–455.
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3376
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Lane, D. A., S. Raichand, et al. (2013). "Combined anticoagulation and antiplatelet therapy for high-risk patients with atrial fibrillation: a systematic review." Health Technol Assess17(30): 1–188.
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1926
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Forman-Hoffman, V. L., A. J. Zolotor, et al. (2013). "Comparative effectiveness of interventions for children exposed to nonrelational traumatic events." Pediatrics131(3): 526–539.
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141
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Alcoba, G., M. Kerac, et al. (2013). "Do children with uncomplicated severe acute malnutrition need antibiotics? A systematic review and meta-analysis." PLoS One8(1): e53184.
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2763
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Ingargiola, M. J., L. N. Daniali, et al. (2013). "Does the application of incisional negative pressure therapy to high-risk wounds prevent surgical site complications? A systematic review." Eplasty13: e49.
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3250
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Krag, M., A. Perner, et al. (2013). "Stress ulcer prophylaxis in the intensive care unit: is it indicated? A topical systematic review." Acta Anaesthesiol Scand57(7): 835–847.
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4889
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Polk, A., M. Vaage-Nilsen, et al. (2013). "Cardiotoxicity in cancer patients treated with 5-fluorouracil or capecitabine: a systematic review of incidence, manifestations and predisposing factors." Cancer Treat Rev39(8): 974–984.
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4941
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Proietti, R., G. M. Manzoni, et al. (2013). "Can Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Improve Cognitive Function? A Systematic Review." Pacing Clin Electrophysiol.
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1013
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Chapelle, C., S. Quenet, et al. (2013). "Antipsychotics: a real or confounding risk factor for venous thromboembolism?" Pharmacopsychiatry46(1): 36–37.
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1395
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de Tayrac, R. and L. Sentilhes (2013). "Complications of pelvic organ prolapse surgery and methods of prevention." Int Urogynecol J24(11): 1859–1872.
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1559
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Domecq, J. P., G. Prutsky, et al. (2013). "Adverse effects of the common treatments for polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis." J Clin Endocrinol Metab98(12): 4646–4654.
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Reason for exclusion:
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Meta-Analysis does not include results from observational studies (n = 12)
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Study ID
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Reference of included citation
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87
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Ahmed, F., M. C. Lindley, et al. (2014). "Effect of influenza vaccination of healthcare personnel on morbidity and mortality among patients: systematic review and grading of evidence." Clin Infect Dis58(1): 50–57.
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125
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Albanna, A. S., B. M. Smith, et al. (2013). "Fixed-dose combination antituberculosis therapy: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Eur Respir J42(3): 721–732.
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1982
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Fu, R., S. Selph, et al. (2013). "Effectiveness and harms of recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein-2 in spine fusion: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Ann Intern Med158(12): 890–902.
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3004
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Kansagara, D., E. Dyer, et al. (2013). "Treatment of anemia in patients with heart disease: a systematic review." Ann Intern Med159(11): 746–757.
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2525
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Henson, C. C., S. Burden, et al. (2013). "Nutritional interventions for reducing gastrointestinal toxicity in adults undergoing radical pelvic radiotherapy." Cochrane Database Syst Rev11: CD009896.
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6034
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Taylor, P. N., O. E. Okosieme, et al. (2014). "Therapy of Endocrine Disease: Impact of iodine supplementation in mild-to-moderate iodine deficiency: systematic review and meta-analysis." Eur J Endocrinol170(1): R1-R15.
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753
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Bredemeier, M., F. K. de Oliveira, et al. (2013). "Low- versus high-dose rituximab for rheumatoid arthritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis." Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken).
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1791
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Fandino, M., K. I. Macdonald, et al. (2013). "The use of postoperative topical corticosteroids in chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Am J Rhinol Allergy27(5): e146-157.
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3316
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Kwok, C. S., V. Jeevanantham, et al. (2013). "No consistent evidence of differential cardiovascular risk amongst proton-pump inhibitors when used with clopidogrel: meta-analysis." Int J Cardiol167(3): 965–974.
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3012
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Kapadia, S., S. Hapani, et al. (2013). "Risk of liver toxicity with the angiogenesis inhibitor pazopanib in cancer patients." Acta Oncol52(6): 1202–1212.
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5089
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Reichenpfader, U., G. Gartlehner, et al. (2013). "Sexual Dysfunction associated with Second-Generation Antidepressants in Patients with Major Depressive Disorder: Results from a Systematic Review with Network Meta-Analysis." Drug Saf.
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1936
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Fortmann, S. P., B. U. Burda, et al. (2013). "Vitamin and Mineral Supplements in the Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer: An Updated Systematic Evidence Review for the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force." Ann Intern Med.
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Reason for exclusion:
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Full text not available (n = 10)
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Study ID
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Reference of included citation
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3702
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Liu, Y., P. Su, et al. (2013). "Endoscopic sphincterotomy plus balloon dilation versus endoscopic sphincterotomy for choledocholithiasis: A meta-analysis." J Gastroenterol Hepatol28(6): 937–945.
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3704
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Liu, Y., W. Tang, et al. (2013). "Association between statin use and colorectal cancer risk: a meta-analysis of 42 studies." Cancer Causes Control.
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4701
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Pasipanodya, J. G. and T. Gumbo (2013). "A meta-analysis of self-administered vs directly observed therapy effect on microbiologic failure, relapse, and acquired drug resistance in tuberculosis patients." Clin Infect Dis57(1): 21–31.
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5285
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Saheb, K. J., B. Q. Deng, et al. (2013). "Triple antithrombotic therapy versus double antiplatelet therapy after percutaneous coronary intervention with stent implantation in patients requiring chronic oral anticoagulation: a meta-analysis." Chin Med J (Engl)126(13): 2536–2542.
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5922
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Sun, Z. J., W. J. Li, et al. (2013). "Comparing minimally invasive and open transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion for treatment of degenerative lumbar disease: a meta-analysis." Chin Med J (Engl)126(20): 3962–3971.
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6783
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Wu, Y. C., J. F. Zhang, et al. (2013). "Transcatheter aortic valve implantation versus surgical aortic valve replacement for severe aortic stenosis: a meta analysis." Chin Med J (Engl)126(6): 1171–1177.
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7106
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Zheng, Z., L. Sheng, et al. (2013). "Statins and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Amyotroph Lateral Scler Frontotemporal Degener14(4): 241–245.
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3598
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Lin, G. H., H. L. Chan, et al. (2013). "The Effect of Flapless Surgery on Implant Survival and Marginal Bone Level: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis." J Periodontol.
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4225
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More, K., G. Athalye-Jape, et al. (2013). "Association of inhibitors of gastric acid secretion and higher incidence of necrotizing enterocolitis in preterm very low-birth-weight infants." Am J Perinatol30(10): 849–856.
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4175
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Moen, C. A., A. Burrell, et al. (2013). "Does tranexamic acid stop haemoptysis?" Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg17(6): 991–994.
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Reason for exclusion:
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Meta-analysis not main objective (n = 6)
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Study ID
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Reference of included citation
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1469
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D'Errigo, P., F. Biancari, et al. (2013). "Thirty-day mortality after coronary artery bypass surgery in patients aged <50 years: results of a multicenter study and meta-analysis of the literature." J Card Surg28(3): 207–211.
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1735
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Etminan, M., S. T. Bird, et al. (2013). "Isotretinoin and risk for inflammatory bowel disease: a nested case–control study and meta-analysis of published and unpublished data." JAMA Dermatol149(2): 216–220.
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1753
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Faggioli, G., R. Pini, et al. (2013). "Contralateral carotid occlusion in endovascular and surgical carotid revascularization: a single centre experience with literature review and meta-analysis." Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg46(1): 10–20.
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3067
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Kennedy, N. A., E. Rhatigan, et al. (2013). "A trial of mercaptopurine is a safe strategy in patients with inflammatory bowel disease intolerant to azathioprine: an observational study, systematic review and meta-analysis." Aliment Pharmacol Ther38(10): 1255–1266.
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3624
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Linehan, M. F., U. Nurmatov, et al. (2013). "Does BCG vaccination protect against childhood asthma? Final results from the Manchester Community Asthma Study retrospective cohort study and updated systematic review and meta-analysis." J Allergy Clin Immunol.
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4455
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Nouri, K., M. Demmel, et al. (2013). "Prospective cohort study and meta-analysis of cyclic bleeding after laparoscopic supracervical hysterectomy." Int J Gynaecol Obstet122(2): 124–127.
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Reason for exclusion:
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No observational studies (n = 4)
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Study ID
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Reference of included citation
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946
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Cates, C. J. and B. H. Rowe (2013). "Vaccines for preventing influenza in people with asthma." Cochrane Database Syst Rev2: CD000364.
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2240
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Gouya, G., J. Arrich, et al. (2013). "Antiplatelet Treatment for Prevention of Cerebrovascular Events in Patients With Vascular Diseases: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis." Stroke.
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6484
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Wang, C. H., C. H. Huang, et al. (2013). "Biphasic versus monophasic defibrillation in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Am J Emerg Med31(10): 1472–1478.
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4859
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Pineda, A. M., F. O. Nascimento, et al. (2013). "A meta-analysis of transcatheter closure of patent foramen ovale versus medical therapy for prevention of recurrent thromboembolic events in patients with cryptogenic cerebrovascular events." Catheter Cardiovasc Interv.
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Reason for exclusion:
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Not published in 2013 (n = 4)
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Study ID
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Reference of included citation
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179
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Almenawer, S. A., F. Farrokhyar, et al. (2013). "Chronic Subdural Hematoma Management: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of 34829 Patients." Ann Surg.
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3159
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Klatte, T., S. F. Shariat, et al. (2013). "Systematic review and meta-analysis of perioperative and oncological outcomes of laparoscopic cryoablation versus laparoscopic partial nephrectomy for the treatment of small renal tumors." J Urol.
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5708
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Sligl, W. I., L. Asadi, et al. (2013). "Macrolides and Mortality in Critically Ill Patients With Community-Acquired Pneumonia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis." Crit Care Med.
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6482
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Wang, C. H., W. H. Hsieh, et al. (2013). "Liberal Versus Restricted Fluid Resuscitation Strategies in Trauma Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials and Observational Studies." Crit Care Med.
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Reason for exclusion:
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Individual Patient Data meta-analysis (n = 2)
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Study ID
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Reference of included citation
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5616
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Simmonds, M. C., J. V. Brown, et al. (2013). "Safety and effectiveness of recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein-2 for spinal fusion: a meta-analysis of individual-participant data." Ann Intern Med158(12): 877–889.
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485
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Bazelier, M. T., F. de Vries, et al. (2013). "Risk of fracture with thiazolidinediones: an individual patient data meta-analysis." Front Endocrinol (Lausanne)4: 11.
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