The role of iliocapsularis in hip pathology: a scoping review

ABSTRACT The iliocapsularis is a relatively unheard-of muscle, located deep in the hip covering the anteromedial capsule of the hip joint. Little is known about this constant muscle despite its clinical relevance. The aims of this scoping review are to collate the various research studies reporting on the detailed anatomy and function of iliocapsularis and to demonstrate how inter-individual differences in iliocapsularis can be used as a clinical adjunct in guiding diagnosis and treatment of certain hip joint pathologies. A computer-assisted literature search was conducted based on Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. Our review found 13 studies including 384 cases meeting our inclusion criteria. About 53.8% of the studies involved human cadavers. The current scoping review indicates the relevant anatomy of the iliocapsularis, being a small muscle which arises from the inferior border of the anterior inferior iliac spine and anteromedial capsule of the hip joint, inserting distal to the lesser trochanter. Therefore, based upon these anatomical attachments, iliocapsularis acts as a dynamic stabilizer by tightening the anterior capsule of the hip joint. Implications of this association may be that the muscle is hypertrophied in dysplastic or unstable hips. Determining the size of the iliocapsularis could be of conceivable use in patients with hip symptoms featuring signs of both borderline hip dysplasia and subtle cam-type deformities. Although future research is warranted, this study will aid physicians to understand the clinical importance of the iliocapsularis.

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Hypnotherapy for Procedural Pain and Distress in Children: A scoping Review Protocol

Pain Medicine ◽

10.1093/pm/pnab038 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Daly Geagea ◽

Zephanie Tyack ◽

Roy Kimble ◽

Lars Eriksson ◽

Vince Polito ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Scoping Review ◽

Grey Literature ◽

Cochrane Library ◽

Procedural Pain ◽

Future Research ◽

Theoretical Frameworks ◽

Eligibility Criteria ◽

Pharmacological Agents ◽

Review Protocol ◽

Meta Analyses

Abstract Objective Inadequately treated pain and distress elicited by medical procedures can put children at higher risks of acute and chronic biopsychosocial sequelae. Children can benefit from hypnotherapy, a psychological tailored intervention, as an adjunct to pharmacological agents to address the multiple components of pain and distress. Despite providing evidence on the effectiveness and potential superiority of hypnotherapy to other psychological interventions, research on hypnotherapy for paediatric procedural pain and distress has been predominantly limited to oncology and needle procedures. Plus, there is a lack of reporting of intervention manuals, factors influencing hypnotic responding, pain unpleasantness outcomes, theoretical frameworks, adverse events, as well as barriers and facilitators to the feasibility of delivering the intervention and study procedures. The proposed review aims to map the range and nature of the evidence on hypnotherapy for procedural pain and distress in children to identify gaps in literature and areas requiring further investigation. Methods This review will follow the Arksey and O'Malley (2005) methodology and incorporate additional scoping review recommendations by The Joanna Briggs Institute and Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses. Relevant studies will be identified through searching published literature databases (PubMed, Cochrane Library, PsycINFO, Embase, CINAHL, Scopus and Web of Science) and grey literature in addition to hand-searching of reference lists and key journals. Two authors will independently screen titles and abstracts of search results followed by full-texts review against eligibility criteria. Conclusion Findings are anticipated to guide future research and inform the development of tailored hypnotic interventions in children.

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Normative range parenting and the developing brain: a scoping review of the literature

10.31234/osf.io/bjx34 ◽

2019 ◽

Author(s):

Madeline Farber ◽

Dylan Gee ◽

Ahmad R. Hariri

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Brain Development ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Developmental Trajectories ◽

Future Research ◽

Risk And Resilience ◽

Abuse And Neglect ◽

Brain Structure And Function ◽

And Function ◽

The Impact

Studies of early adversity such as trauma, abuse, and neglect highlight the critical importance of quality caregiving in brain development and mental health. However, the impact of normative range variability in caregiving on such biobehavioral processes remains poorly understood. Thus, we lack an essential foundation for understanding broader, population-representative developmental mechanisms of risk and resilience. Here, we conduct a scoping review of the extant literature centered on the question, “Is variability in normative range parenting associated with variability in brain structure and function?” After removing duplicates and screening by title, abstract, and full-text, 23 records were included in a qualitative review. The most striking outcome of this review was not only how few studies have explored associations between brain development and normative range parenting, but also how little methodological consistency exists across published studies. In light of these limitations, we propose recommendations for future research on normative range parenting and brain development. In doing so, we hope to facilitate evidence-based research that will help inform policies and practices that yield optimal developmental trajectories and mental health.

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The Effects of Cannabis Use on Cognitive Function in Healthy Aging: A Systematic Scoping Review

Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology ◽

10.1093/arclin/acaa105 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Nina Pocuca ◽

T Jordan Walter ◽

Arpi Minassian ◽

Jared W Young ◽

Mark A Geyer ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Cognitive Function ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Healthy Aging ◽

Web Of Science ◽

Cannabis Use ◽

Future Research ◽

Meta Analyses ◽

Older Populations ◽

The Relationship ◽

Chronic Doses

Abstract Background Older adults (≥50 years) represent the fastest-growing population of people who use cannabis, potentially due to the increasing promotion of cannabis as medicine by dispensaries and cannabis websites. Given healthy aging and cannabis use are both associated with cognitive decline, it is important to establish the effects of cannabis on cognition in healthy aging. Objective This systematic scoping review used preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses guidelines to critically examine the extent of literature on this topic and highlight areas for future research. Method A search of six databases (PubMed, EMBASE, PsycINFO, Web of Science, Family and Society Studies Worldwide, and CINAHL) for articles published by September 2019, yielded 1,014 unique results. Results Six articles reported findings for older populations (three human and three rodent studies), highlighting the paucity of research in this area. Human studies revealed largely null results, likely due to several methodological limitations. Better-controlled rodent studies indicate that the relationship between ∆9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cognitive function in healthy aging depends on age and level of THC exposure. Extremely low doses of THC improved cognition in very old rodents. Somewhat higher chronic doses improved cognition in moderately aged rodents. No studies examined the effects of cannabidiol (CBD) or high-CBD cannabis on cognition. Conclusions This systematic scoping review provides crucial, timely direction for future research on this emerging issue. Future research that combines neuroimaging and cognitive assessment would serve to advance understanding of the effects of age and quantity of THC and CBD on cognition in healthy aging.

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Obstetrical safety indicators for preventing hospital harms in low risk births: a scoping review protocol

BMJ Open ◽

10.1136/bmjopen-2019-036203 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 10 (4) ◽

pp. e036203

Author(s):

Aislinn Conway ◽

Jessica Reszel ◽

Mark C Walker ◽

Jeremy M Grimshaw ◽

Sandra I Dunn

Keyword(s):

Patient Care ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Low Risk ◽

Cochrane Library ◽

Future Research ◽

Primary Concern ◽

Sources Of Information ◽

Patient Safety Indicators ◽

Scoping Reviews ◽

Meta Analyses

IntroductionOptimising the safety of obstetric patient care is a primary concern for many hospitals. Performance indicators measuring aspects of patient care processes can lead to improvements in health systems and the prevention of harm to the patient. We present our protocol for a scoping review to identify indicators for obstetric safety in low risk births. We aim to identify indicators addressing preventable hospital harms, to summarise the data and synthesise results.Methods and analysisWe will use methods described by Arksey and O’Malley and further expanded by Levacet al. We will search electronic databases such as Medline, Embase, CINAHL and the Cochrane Library, and websites from professional bodies and other organisations, using an iterative search strategy.Two reviewers will independently screen titles and abstracts of search results to determine eligibility for inclusion. If eligibility is not clear, the reviewers will screen the full text version. If reviewers’ decisions regarding eligibility differ, a third reviewer will review the record. Two reviewers will independently extract data from records that meet our inclusion criteria using a standardised data collection form. We will narratively describe quantitative data, such as the frequency with which indicators are identified, and conduct a thematic analysis of the qualitative data. We will compile a comprehensive list of patient safety indicators and organise them according to concepts that best suit the data such as the Donabedian model or the Hospital Harm Framework. We will discuss the implications for future research, clinical practice and policy-making. We will report the conduct of the review using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for scoping reviews checklist.Ethics and disseminationThe sources of information included in this scoping review will be available to the public. Therefore, ethics approval is not warranted. We will disseminate results in a peer-reviewed publication, conference/event presentation(s) and stakeholder communications.

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Mapping evidence from systematic reviews regarding adult attachment and mental health difficulties: a scoping review

Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine ◽

10.1017/ipm.2017.27 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 36 (3) ◽

pp. 207-229

Author(s):

G. Mullen

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Attachment Style ◽

Systematic Reviews ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Adult Attachment ◽

Theory And Practice ◽

Future Research ◽

Interpersonal Processes ◽

Mental Health Difficulties ◽

Meta Analyses

ObjectiveThe aim of this scoping review was to map evidence gathered through systematic reviews regarding adult attachment and mental health difficulties. This review highlights established, emerging, and inconsistent findings, suggesting areas for future research, and implications for theory and practice.MethodsA systematic search for meta-analyses and systematic reviews measuring adult attachment and concerning mental health difficulties was conducted. In total, 17 studies met the selection criteria.ResultsFindings were presented according to four identified themes, (1) measurement of attachment; (2) measurement of mental health difficulty; (3) intrapersonal processes related to attachment and mental health difficulties; and (4) interpersonal processes related to attachment and mental health difficulties.ConclusionsThis review highlights the connection between attachment style and mental health difficulties, and suggests that relationships can facilitate both mental health and illheath. However, the mechanisms through which insecure attachment confers risk for mental health difficulties require further research.

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Evaluating Healthcare Governance Policies: A Scoping Review Protocol

10.21203/rs.3.rs-927138/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Heather Finnegan ◽

Gayle Halas ◽

Caroline Monnin ◽

Allie Peckham ◽

Malcolm Doupe

Keyword(s):

Scoping Review ◽

Keyword Search ◽

Grey Literature ◽

Future Research ◽

Research Directions ◽

Scoping Reviews ◽

Review Protocol ◽

Future Research Directions ◽

Healthcare Interventions ◽

Meta Analyses

Abstract Background: Governance policies provide structures and processes through which healthcare systems are managed. Existing literature defines strategies to evaluate operational (e.g. program) and clinical (e.g., patient-provider) healthcare interventions; the equivalent strategies to evaluate governance policies are less well developed. The aim of the proposed scoping review is to examine the extent, nature and range of approaches used to evaluate healthcare governance policies.Methods: Informed by the Joanna Briggs Institute guidelines and the Arksey and O’Malley framework, the proposed study will conduct a keyword search of both health and social sciences databases, including Ageline (EBSCOhost 1978-2020), CINAHL with Full Text (EBSCOhost 1981-2020), EconLIT (EBSCOhost 1886-2020), Medline (Ovid 1946-2020), Global Health (Ovid 1973-2020) and Scopus (1970-2020). The grey literature – Public Documents (desLibris), Theses & Dissertations (ProQuest) and Google Advanced – will also be searched to ensure comprehensive identification of studies. Any evaluation of healthcare governance policies published in English will be included. Findings will be presented using Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses: Extension for Scoping Reviews (PRIMSA-ScR). Our cross-disciplinary team will critically assess the identified literature. Discussion: Findings from the proposed scoping review will provide insight into the ways in which healthcare governance policies have been evaluated and offer future research directions. Based on initial literature scans and consultations with policy workers, we expect to demonstrate the need for more robust (i.e., deliberate, methodical) approaches to evaluate healthcare governance policies, which in turn requires meaningful partnerships to enrich the transactional space between research and policy.

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Evidence for an Association Between Hearing Impairment and Disrupted Sleep: Scoping Review

American Journal of Audiology ◽

10.1044/2019_aja-19-0026 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 28 (4) ◽

pp. 1015-1024

Author(s):

Nathan A. Clarke ◽

Derek J. Hoare ◽

Edward C. Killan

Keyword(s):

Hearing Impairment ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Experimental Studies ◽

Future Research ◽

Sensory Impairment ◽

Exposed Workers ◽

Systematic Strategy ◽

Quasi Experimental ◽

Meta Analyses ◽

The Relationship

Purpose Hearing impairment (HI) is the most common sensory impairment and may negatively impact sleep through reduced auditory input. Factors associated with HI such as anxiety regarding communication in daily life may also adversely impact an individual's sleep. Here, research on the relationship between HI and sleep disruption was catalogued using scoping review methodology. Method A systematic strategy was employed to search various electronic databases. This review is reported according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses Scoping Review Extension. Results Sixteen records met inclusion criteria. Studies have investigated sleep in HI as a primary aim in noise-exposed workers or large surveys in older participants. Experimental and quasi-experimental studies report alterations to sleep architecture of potential neuroplastic origins. Studies reporting sleep as a secondary aim generally report poorer sleep in HI participants. Conclusions This scoping review has catalogued evidence that altered or negatively impacted sleep may be associated with HI. Potential confounding factors, mechanisms, and considerations for future research are discussed. Supplemental Material https://doi.org/10.23641/asha.9968369

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Facilitators of and barriers to buprenorphine initiation for people with opioid use disorder in the emergency department: protocol for a scoping review

BMJ Open ◽

10.1136/bmjopen-2021-053207 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 (9) ◽

pp. e053207

Author(s):

Nikki Bozinoff ◽

Charlene Soobiah ◽

Terri Rodak ◽

Christine Bucago ◽

Katie Kingston ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Emergency Department ◽

Lived Experience ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Opioid Use Disorder ◽

French Language ◽

Future Research ◽

Opioid Use ◽

Scoping Reviews ◽

Barriers To Implementation ◽

Meta Analyses

IntroductionBuprenorphine–naloxone is recommended as a first-line agent for the treatment of opioid use disorder. Although initiation of buprenorphine in the emergency department (ED) is evidence based, barriers to implementation persist. A comprehensive review and critical analysis of both facilitators of and barriers to buprenorphine initiation in ED has yet to be published. Our objectives are (1) to map the implementation of buprenorphine induction pathway literature and synthesise what we know about buprenorphine pathways in EDs and (2) to identify gaps in this literature with respect to barriers and facilitators of implementation.Methods and analysisWe will conduct a scoping review to comprehensively search the literature, map the evidence and identify gaps in knowledge. The review will adhere to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses Protocols Extension for Scoping Reviews and guidance from the Joanna Briggs Institution for conduct of scoping reviews. We will search Medline, APA, PsycINFO, CINAHL, Embase and IBSS from 1995 to present and the search will be restricted to English and French language publications. Citations will be screened in Covidence by two trained reviewers. Discrepancies will be mediated by consensus. Data will be synthesised using a hybrid, inductive–deductive approach, informed by the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research as well as critical theory to guide further interpretation.Ethics and disseminationThis review does not require ethics approval. A group of primary knowledge users, including clinicians and people with lived experience, will be involved in the dissemination of findings including publication in peer-reviewed journals. Results will inform future research, current quality improvement efforts in affiliated hospitals, and aide the creation of a more robust ED response to the escalating overdose crisis.

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Are patient portals being used to support palliative and end-of-life care?: A scoping review (Preprint)

10.2196/preprints.28797 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

M. Pilar Ingle ◽

Cristina Valdovinos ◽

Kelsey L. Ford ◽

Shou Zhou ◽

Sheana Bull ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Palliative Care ◽

End Of Life ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Future Research ◽

Patient Portal ◽

Patient Portals ◽

User Acceptability ◽

National Coalition ◽

Meta Analyses ◽

Hospice And Palliative Care

BACKGROUND Although patient portals are widely used for health promotion, little is known about use of palliative care and end-of-life (PCEOL) portal tools available for patients and caregivers. OBJECTIVE To identify and assess user perspectives of PCEOL portal tools available to patients and caregivers described and evaluated in the literature. METHODS A scoping review of the academic literature directed by the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Review (PRISMA-ScR). We searched three databases. Sources were included if they reported the development or testing of a feature, resource, tool, or intervention, focused on at least one PCEOL domain defined by the National Coalition for Hospice and Palliative Care, targeted adults with serious illness and/or caregivers, and were offered via patient portal tethered to an electronic medical record. Authors independently screened titles and abstracts (N=796) for eligibility. Full texts (N=84) sources were reviewed. Descriptions of the portal tool name, content, targeted population, and reported user acceptability for each tool were abstracted from included sources (N=19). RESULTS Nineteen articles describing 12 tools were included, addressing the following PCEOL domains: ethical/legal (N=5), physical (N=5), and psychological/psychiatric (N=2). No tools for bereavement or hospice were identified. Studies reported high acceptability of tools among users; however, few sources commented on usability among older adults. CONCLUSIONS PCEOL patient portal tools are understudied. As medical care increasingly moves towards virtual platforms, future research should investigate the usability and acceptability of PCEOL patient portals resources and evaluate their impact on health outcomes.

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What do meta-analyses tell us about CALL effectiveness?

ReCALL ◽

10.1017/s0958344005000923 ◽

2005 ◽

Vol 17 (2) ◽

pp. 269-288 ◽

Cited By ~ 17

Author(s):

USCHI FELIX

Keyword(s):

Research Agenda ◽

Teaching And Learning ◽

Field Data ◽

Large Body ◽

Future Research ◽

Computer Assisted ◽

The Past ◽

Per Se ◽

Meta Analyses

A great deal of research has been carried out over the past two decades related to the effectiveness of computer-assisted teaching and learning. This large body of work, however, has not produced unequivocal findings, especially in the area of CALL. Our study takes a systematic look at what dedicated meta-research since 1991 might have contributed to this controversial field. Data was gathered from several hundred studies including ca 20,000 subjects. The paper highlights the benefits and limitations associated with this type of research, synthesizes findings and recommends models and strategies for future research in the context of an agreed research agenda. Our synthesis suggests consistent positive findings related to L1 spelling, writing and reading. While there is some support for this related to CALL per se, much work needs to be done before we might reach the levels of confidence enjoyed by some of the findings reported here.

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