Efficacy and safety of micro-fragmented adipose tissue combined with knee arthroscopy in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review by Xinyu Hu, Zhongyi Zhang, Wen Zhang, Ning Wang, Shuaijie Lv, Chentong Pan, Peijian Tong

“…When combined with knee arthroscopy, a minimally invasive surgical technique, MFAT offers a novel approach to treating KOA by enabling precise delivery and enhanced therapeutic outcomes. …”
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Effectiveness of anabolic and anti-resorptive agents for preventing postmenopausal osteoporosis fractures: a systematic review and network meta-analysis by Peng Su, Maofu Li, Jian Xiao, Longbin Bai

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Acupoint stimulation methods for premature ovarian insufficiency: a systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Zhenping Du, Guancheng Ye, Jingyuan Wei, Shutong Li, Shan Zhao, Jun Wang

“…Exclusion criteria included non-RCTs, duplicate publications, non-peer-reviewed literature, studies with unclear outcome/baseline data, studies with a non-POI diagnosis, studies with a before-and-after own-control design, non-human studies, and studies with missing continuous data. …”
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Timing of intravenous iron for treatment of anaemia in surgical patients: a systematic review and network meta-analysisResearch in context by Chang Liu, Jiashu Han, Renkui Fu, Tianyu Li, Georgios Antonios Margonis, Jaeyun Jane Wang, Kaiqi Ma, Weibin Wang, Chen Lin

“…All included studies had a low (n = 6) or moderate (n = 16) risk of bias. …”
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Optimization of amorphous silicon solar cells through photonic crystals for enhanced optical properties by Hassan Sayed, Ashour M. Ahmed, Ali Hajjiah, M. A. Abdelkawy, Arafa H. Aly

“…Additionally, designing one-dimensional binary PCs optimized to create a photonic band gap within the transmitted spectrum to act as a back reflector. …”
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Efficacy of Chinese herbal medicine in the treatment of anxiety and depression in male sexual dysfunction: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol by Zhaozhan Xie, Xuecheng Zhang, Hongling Jia, Yongchen Zhang

“…Therefore, this study will perform a systematic review and meta-analysis to assess the efficacy of various CHM interventions for MSD patients with comorbid anxiety and depression.MethodsThis study will systematically search four Chinese databases (China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Wanfang Database, China Biomedical Database, and VIP Database) and four international databases (PubMed, Web of Science, EMBASE, and Cochrane Library). …”
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Health literacy and medication adherence in adults from ethnic minority backgrounds with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: a systematic review by Jinal Parmar, Aymen El Masri, Freya MacMillan, Kirsten McCaffery, Amit Arora

“…Abstract Background For people living with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM), achieving optimal health outcomes requires optimal self-management and adherence to medical treatment. …”
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Efficacy of acupuncture-related therapy for postmenopausal osteoporosis: a systematic review and network meta-analysis based on randomized controlled trials by Bing Deng, Bing Deng, Tiantian Xu, Zilan Deng, Yue Jiang, Li Li, Wankun Liang, Yuewen Zhang, Hongjin Wang, Yunxiang Xu, Guizhen Chen

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Advanced Deep Learning Approaches in Detection Technologies for Comprehensive Breast Cancer Assessment Based on WSIs: A Systematic Literature Review by Qiaoyi Xu, Afzan Adam, Azizi Abdullah, Nurkhairul Bariyah

“…It fills a critical gap in the literature and provides actionable guidance for researchers, clinicians, and developers seeking to optimize and translate WSI-based technologies into clinical workflows for comprehensive breast cancer assessment.…”
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Barriers and Facilitators of Exercise Rehabilitation in Patients With Myocardial Infarction Based on an Updated Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research: A Systematic Rev... by Ya Wang, Hualian Pei, Junjun Luo, Minfang Guan, Wenjing Sun, Hongxing Wang, Qinhong Xu

“…The study emphasizes the importance of considering the individual domain, inner setting domain, innovation domain, implementation process domain, and outer setting domain factors when implementing exercise rehabilitation. This study provides a systematic foundation for optimizing cardiac rehabilitation programs. …”
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Long-term planning optimisation of sustainable energy systems: A systematic review and meta-analysis of trends, drivers, barriers, and prospects by Soheil Mohseni, Alan C. Brent

“…In this context, the paper undertakes a systematic and comprehensive review, synthesising existing empirical evidence concerning the long-term procurement of renewable energy resources with differing optimisation objectives and within the framework of diverse constraints. …”
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The efficacy of non-pharmacological interventions for treating constipation symptoms in lung cancer patients: a systematic review and network meta-analysis by Mian Cai, Jie Yin, Xiwei Fang, Yanjing Li, Liuxin Hu, Yiyong Xu

“…The combined use of two types of acupoint patches showed optimal efficacy in improving constipation symptoms. …”
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Steal Syndrome in Free Flap Microvascular Reconstruction of the Lower Extremity: Systematic Review of Incidence, Risk Factors, and Surgical Management by Georgios Karamitros, Ilias Iliadis, Raymond A. Pensy, Gregory A. Lamaris

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Efficacy of acupuncture as adjunctive therapy for patients with acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Guofeng Li, Jimin Liu, Guixian Yang, Jiajia Li, Yuan He, Xinru Fei, Lai Wei, Dongkai Zhao

“…This study aimed to provide a more comprehensive review to evaluate the effectiveness of acupuncture as an adjuvant treatment for acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.Study designSystematic review and meta-analysis of existing randomized controlled trials on acupuncture-assisted treatment of acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD).MethodsWe included randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing acupuncture combined with conventional Western medicine to conventional Western medicine alone in patients with acute exacerbations of COPD (AECOPD). …”
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National Diagnostic Reference Levels in General Radiography: A Scoping Review by Daniel Abbeyquaye, Stephen Inkoom, Theresa Bebaaku Dery, Shiraz Issahaku, Benard Ohene-Botwe

“…It also highlights NDRL survey strategies for dose optimization. A scoping review of the literature was carried out in accordance with the guidelines of the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews. …”
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Effectiveness of dual-site transcranial magnetic stimulation on motor function and activities of daily living in stroke patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomize... by Jiawei Qin, Zhenzhen Hong, Jingfeng Wang, Yi Zhang, Huihong Zhuang, Shanshan Hong, Liling Zheng

“…However, its clinical efficacy remains uncertain.ObjectiveTo systematically evaluate the effects of dual-site TMS in improving motor function and activities of daily living (ADL) in patients with stroke.MethodsWe conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) following PRISMA guidelines. …”
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Effectiveness of different intervention designs for improving physical activity in adults with cardiometabolic conditions over time: a systematic review and network meta-analysis o... by Alexander Hodkinson, Harsini Raaja Sulochana, Evangelos Kontopantelis, Charles Adeniji, Harm van Marwijk, Brian McMillan, Peter Bower, Maria Panagioti

“…Methods A systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials (RCTs) were conducted. …”
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Usage of magnetic activated carbon as a potential adsorbent for aniline adsorption from wastewater by Seyed Hatef Hashemi, Mansooreh Soleimani

“…According to the results, the optimal adsorption percentage was achieved with a 2.9 g/L dosage, pH 7.4, 52.7 mg/L initial concentration, and 300 min of contact time. …”
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Multilevel determinants of physical activity in children and adolescents: a meta-analysis guided by social ecological model by Chun Zhao, Jing Yuan, Wen Wen Huang

“…Abstract Purpose We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to identify factors influencing physical activity (PA) in children and adolescents aged 5–18 years through a social-ecological model (SEM) perspective. …”
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Tenecteplase versus alteplase in patients with acute ischemic stroke: an updated systematic review and meta-analysis by Abdelmonam M. Hagag, Muhammed E. Kormod, Mahmoud Elmwafy Ads, Mennatullah A. El-Refaay, Omnia M. Abozaid, Omar A. Ghanem, Mazen Yasser, Karim M. Abdelmoaty, Alaa Mahmoud Khedr, Gregory W. Albers

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