scholarly journals A Systematic Review of Translation and Cross-Cultural Adaptation of Instruments for the Selection of Assistive Technologies

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bárbara Iansã de Lima Barroso ◽  
Cláudia Regina Cabral Galvão ◽  
Luiz Bueno da Silva ◽  
Selma Lancman
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Assistive Technology ◽  
Cultural Adaptation ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Assistive Technologies ◽  
Transcultural Adaptation ◽  
Selection Of

This article presents a systematic review, for which research was carried out in the following electronic databases: Web of Science, Scopus, PubMed, and ERIC, in which several articles were found (n=560). The results were analyzed based on the information obtained in the titles and abstracts, and the remaining studies were read in full for the analysis. The aim of this article was to identify the different questionnaires used for selecting items of assistive technology, describe and evaluate the translation and transcultural adaptation procedures, characterize the thematic domains of each resource, evaluate the cultural adaptation process adopted, and describe the psychometric properties. Data extraction and evaluation of the methodological quality of the eligible studies were performed in accordance with the COSMIN verification list with a checklist of 4 points. The publication of systematic review studies and others that synthesize research results is fundamental to provide support for change in the behavior of professionals in the field of health, and not only to access the available literature but also to incorporate this information into daily clinical practice. The results of this review could provide subsidies that would enable the planning, execution, identification, and choice of specific instruments for a determined study within the context of assistive technology, with a view to helping researchers and health professionals in clinical and investigatory practices.

scholarly journals Clinical Procedures for the Prevention of Preeclampsia in Pregnant Women: A Systematic Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 42 (10) ◽  
pp. 659-668
Author(s):  
Nádya Santos Moura ◽  
Maria Luziene Sousa Gomes ◽  
Ivana Rios Rodrigues ◽  
Daniel Lorber Rolnik ◽  
Fabrício Silva Costa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Guideline Development ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Qualitative Synthesis ◽  
Manual Search ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Selection Of ◽  
Mcmaster University

Abstract Objective To identify the most effective procedures recommended for the prevention of preeclampsia. Data Sources A systematic review was performed in the following databases: Pubmed/MEDLINE, CINAHL, Web of Science, Cochrane and LILACS via the Virtual Health Library (VHL). A manual search was also performed to find additional references. The risk of bias, the quality of the evidence, and the classification of the strength of the recommendations were evaluated using the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluations (GRADE) approach. Selection of Studies In the initial search in the databases, the total number of articles retrieved was 351, and 2 were retrieved through the manual search; after duplicate articles were removed, 333 citations remained. After a thorough review of the titles and abstracts, 315 references were excluded. Accordingly, 18 articles were maintained for selection of the complete text (phase 2). This process led to the exclusion of 6 studies. In total, 12 articles were selected for data extraction and qualitative synthesis. Data Collection The articles selected for the study were analyzed, and we inserted the synthesis of the evidence in the online software GRADEpro Guideline Development Tool (GDT) (McMaster University and Evidence Prime Inc. All right reserved. McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontário, Canada); thus, it was possible to develop a table of evidence, with the quality of the evidence and the classification of the strength of the recommendations. Data Synthesis In total, seven studies recommended the individual use of aspirin, or aspirin combined with calcium, heparin or dipyridamole. The use of calcium alone or in combination with phytonutrients was also highlighted. All of the studies were with women at a high risk of developing preeclampsia. Conclusion According to the studies evaluated, the administration of aspirin is still the best procedure to be used in the clinical practice to prevent preeclampsia.

Evaluation of cross-cultural adaptation and measurement properties of breast cancer-specific quality-of-life questionnaires: a systematic review

2014 ◽  
Vol 24 (5) ◽  
pp. 1179-1195 ◽  
Author(s):  
Indiara Soares Oliveira ◽  
Lucíola da Cunha Menezes Costa ◽  
Felipe Ribeiro Cabral Fagundes ◽  
Cristina Maria Nunes Cabral
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Cultural Adaptation ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Measurement Properties ◽  
Cross Cultural Adaptation ◽  
Quality Of Life Questionnaires

scholarly journals Cross-Cultural Adaptation and Psychometric Properties of Quality of Life Scales for Arabic-Speaking Adults: A systematic review

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 125
Author(s):  
Mohammed Al Maqbali ◽  
Jackie Gracey ◽  
Jane Rankin ◽  
Lynn Dunwoody ◽  
Eileen Hacker ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Cultural Adaptation ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Sufficient Information ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Cross Cultural Adaptation ◽  
Arabic Speaking

This review aimed to explore the psychometric properties of quality of life (QOL) scales to identify appropriate tools for research and clinical practice in Arabic-speaking adults. A systematic search of the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature® (EBSCO Information Services, Ipswich, Massachusetts, USA), MEDLINE® (National Library of Medicine, Bethesda, Maryland, USA), EMBASE (Elsevier, Amsterdam, Netherlands) and PsycINFO (American Psychological Association, Washington, District of Columbia, USA) databases was conducted according to Preferred Reporting Items Systematic Reviews and Meta- Analysis guidelines. Quality assessment criteria were then utilised to evaluate the psychometric properties of identified QOL scales. A total of 27 studies relating to seven QOL scales were found. While these studies provided sufficient information regarding the scales’ validity and reliability, not all reported translation and cross-cultural adaptation processes. Researchers and clinicians should consider whether the psychometric properties, subscales and characteristics of their chosen QOL scale are suitable for use in their population of interest.Keywords: Quality of Life; Cross-Cultural Comparison; Translations; Psychometrics; Validity and Reliability; Surveys and Questionnaires; Systematic Review.

scholarly journals Coccydynia – the efficacy of available treatment options: a systematic review protocol

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mads Moss Jensen ◽  
Gustav Østerheden Andersen ◽  
Stefan Milosevic ◽  
Mikkel Østerheden Andersen ◽  
Leah Carreon ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Bibliographic Databases ◽  
Painful Condition ◽  
Review Protocol ◽  
Background Context

Abstract Background context: Coccydynia is a painful condition which may severely impair quality of life in affected patients. Treatment of coccydynia is a field of interest with limited knowledge. The objective of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of current available treatments for coccydynia in adults, by systematically reviewing existing original peer-reviewed publications according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines.Methods/design: A systematic literature search will be conducted in EMBASE.com, PubMed.com, Scopus and Web of Science bibliographic databases from their inception to January 17th, 2020, alongside a search for published studies and Epubs ahead of print in journals with relevance to spine surgery. Studies eligible for inclusion are original peer-reviewed papers addressing treatment of chronic coccydynia in adults. The articles will be screened by two authors independently, involving a third author in case of disagreement. Quality assessment and data extraction will be conducted using Covidence software. A meta-analysis will be conducted given that data is suitable.Discussion: This systematic review and meta-analysis may contribute to the existing knowledge on the efficacy of treatment options for coccydynia.Systematic review registration: PROSPERO submission-ID: 166379

scholarly journals Qualidade de vida de professores do ensino superior: uma revisão sistemática (Quality of life of higher education teachers: a systematic review)

Retos ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 459-470
Author(s):  
Franciane Maria Araldi ◽  
Fernanda Feijó Poulsen ◽  
Adriana Coutinho De Azevedo Guimarães ◽  
Gelcemar Oliveira Farias ◽  
Alexandra Folle
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Higher Education ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Social Relations ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
University Teachers ◽  
Perception Analysis ◽  
Education Courses ◽  
Selection Of

Essa revisão sistemática teve como objetivo mapear os artigos publicados sobre qualidade de vida de professores atuantes em cursos de Ensino Superior. Buscou-se artigos originais nas seguintes bases de dados eletrônicas: Lilacs; Web of Science; Proquest; Scielo; e Science Direct, sem delimitação de abrangência temporal. Após a seleção dos estudos foi realizada a análise por meio de categorias e de frequência absoluta (QSR NVIVO). As informações obtidas revelaram que a investigação da qualidade de vida de professores do Ensino Superior é incipiente na literatura, apesar de estar em crescimento na última década (2009 a 2019) e os professores universitários das regiões Sul e Sudeste do Brasil têm sido os mais estudados. O Whoqol têm sido o instrumento preconizado para a investigação da temática e da população em destaque nessa revisão. A análise da percepção geral evidenciou que os docentes avaliam positivamente sua qualidade de vida e os domínios psicológico, relações sociais e meio ambiente, enquanto o domínio físico tem sido avaliado em algumas pesquisas de forma regular.   Abstract. This systematic review aimed to map the published articles on the quality of life of teachers working in higher education courses. Original articles were searched from the following electronic databases: Lilacs; Science web; Proquest; Scielo; and Science Direct, without delimitation of temporal scope. After the selection of the studies, the analysis was performed through categories and absolute frequency (QSR NVIVO). The information displayed reveals that research on the quality of life of higher education teachers is incipient in the literature, despite being growing in the last decade (2009 to 2019) and university teachers from the South and Southeast regions of Brazil were the most studied. Whoqol has been the recommended tool for research of the theme and the population highlighted in this review. A general perception analysis shows that the documents positively evaluate their quality of life and the psychological domains, social relations and environment, while the physical domain was evaluated in some regular research.

scholarly journals A Systematic Review of Cross-Cultural Adaptation and Psychometric Properties of Oral Health Literacy Tools

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (19) ◽  
pp. 10422
Author(s):  
Sobiya Praveen ◽  
Jinal Parmar ◽  
Navira Chandio ◽  
Amit Arora
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Cultural Adaptation ◽  
Methodological Quality ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Oral Health Literacy ◽  
Cross Cultural Adaptation

The aims of this systematic review were to critically appraise the quality of the cross-cultural adaptation and the psychometric properties of the translated versions of oral health literacy assessment tools. CINAHL (EBSCO), Medline (EBSCO), EMBASE (Ovid), and ProQuest Dissertation and Thesis were searched systematically. Studies focusing on cross-cultural adaptation and psychometric properties of oral health literacy tools were included. The methodological quality of included studies was assessed according to the COSMIN Risk of Bias checklist. Sixteen oral health literacy instruments in 11 different languages were included in this systematic review. However, only seven instruments met the criteria for an accurate cross-cultural adaptation process, while the remaining tools failed to meet at least one criterion for suitable quality of cross-cultural adaptation process. None of the studies evaluated all the aspects of psychometric properties. Most of the studies reported internal consistency, reliability, structural validity, and construct validity. Despite adequate ratings for some reported psychometric properties, the methodological quality of studies on translated versions of oral health literacy tools was mostly doubtful to inadequate. Researchers and clinicians should follow standard guidelines for cross-cultural adaptation and assess all aspects of psychometric properties for using oral health literacy tools in cross-cultural settings.

scholarly journals Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Effectiveness and Safety of Hydroxychloroquine in COVID-19

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tzu-Han Yang ◽  
Chian-Yin Chou ◽  
Yi-Fan Yang ◽  
Yi-Ping Yang ◽  
Chian-Shiu Chien ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Progression Rate ◽  
Cochrane Database ◽  
Negative Conversion

AbstractBackgroundsSince COVID-19 outbreak, various agents have been tested but no proven effective therapies have been identified. This has led to a lot of controversies among associated researches. Hence, in order to address the issue of using hydroxychloroquine in treating COVID-19 patients, we conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis.MethodsA thorough search was carried out to find relevant studies in MEDLINE, medRxiv, PubMed, Cochrane Database, China Academic Journals Full-text Database and Web of Science. Two investigators independently reviewed 274 abstracts and 23 articles. The trials which evaluated hydroxychloroquine for treatment of COVID-19 were included for this systematic review. Two investigators assessed quality of the studies and data extraction was done by one reviewer and cross checked by the other.ResultsFive trials involving 677 patients were included while conducting the meta-analysis. Compared with the control group, hydroxychloroquine with or without azithromycin showed benefits in positive-to-negative conversion of SARS-CoV-2 (odds ratio [OR], 1.95 [95% CI,0.19 to 19.73] and a reduction in progression rate (OR, 0.89 [95% CI, 0.58 to 1.37]), but without demonstrating any statistical significance. This systematic review has also suggested a possible synergistic effect of the combination therapy which included hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin. However, the use of hydroxychloroquine alone was associated with increased mortality in COVID-19 patients.ConclusionThe use of hydroxychloroquine with or without azithromycin for treatment of COVID-19 patients, seems to be effective. The combination of hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin has shown synergic effects. However, mortality rate was increased when the treatment was conducted with hydroxychloroquine.

scholarly journals Coccydynia – the efficacy of available treatment options: a systematic review protocol

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mads Moss Jensen ◽  
Gustav Østerheden Andersen ◽  
Stefan Milosevic ◽  
Mikkel Østerheden Andersen ◽  
Leah Carreon ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Pain Treatment ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Bibliographic Databases ◽  
Painful Condition ◽  
Review Protocol

Abstract Background: Coccydynia is a painful condition which may severely impair quality of life in affected patients. Treatment of coccydynia is a field of interest with limited knowledge. The objective of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of current available treatments for coccydynia in adults, by systematically reviewing existing original peer-reviewed publications according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines. Methods/design: A systematic literature search will be conducted in EMBASE.com, PubMed.com, Scopus and Web of Science bibliographic databases from their inception to January 17th, 2020, alongside a search for published studies and Epubs ahead of print in journals with relevance to spine surgery. Studies eligible for inclusion are original peer-reviewed papers addressing treatment of chronic coccydynia in adults. The articles will be screened by two authors independently, involving a third author in case of disagreement. Quality assessment and data extraction will be conducted using Covidence software. A meta-analysis will be conducted given that data is suitable. Discussion: This systematic review and meta-analysis may contribute to the existing knowledge on the efficacy of treatment options for coccydynia. Systematic review registration: PROSPERO submission-ID: 166379 Keywords: Coccydynia, Pain, Treatment, Efficacy

scholarly journals Effectiveness of Antalgic Therapies in Patients with Vertebral Bone Metastasis: A Protocol for a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (8) ◽  
pp. 3991
Author(s):  
Antonio Jose Martin-Perez ◽  
María Fernández-González ◽  
Paula Postigo-Martin ◽  
Marc Sampedro Pilegaard ◽  
Carolina Fernández-Lao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Bone Metastasis ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Risk Of Bias ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Pharmacological Intervention ◽  
Vertebral Metastasis ◽  
Randomized Controlled Clinical Trials

There is no systematic review that has identified existing studies evaluating the pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention for pain management in patients with bone metastasis. To fill this gap in the literature, this systematic review with meta-analysis aims to evaluate the effectiveness of different antalgic therapies (pharmacological and non-pharmacological) in the improvement of pain of these patients. To this end, this protocol has been written according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic review and Meta-Analysis Protocols (PRISMA-P) and registered in PROSPERO (CRD42020135762). A systematic search will be carried out in four international databases: Medline (Via PubMed), Web of Science, Cochrane Library and SCOPUS, to select the randomized controlled clinical trials. The Risk of Bias Tool developed by Cochrane will be used to assess the risk of bias and the quality of the identified studies. A narrative synthesis will be used to describe and compare the studies, and after the data extraction, random effects model and a subgroup analyses will be performed according to the type of intervention, if possible. This protocol aims to generate a systematic review that compiles and synthesizes the best and most recent evidence on the treatment of pain derived from vertebral metastasis.

scholarly journals Mini-Implant-Retained Overdentures for the Rehabilitation of Completely Edentulous Maxillae: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (8) ◽  
pp. 4377
Author(s):  
Serena Vi ◽  
Damon Pham ◽  
Yu Yian Marina Du ◽  
Himanshu Arora ◽  
Santosh Kumar Tadakamadla
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Survival Rate ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Implant Survival ◽  
Patient Reported ◽  
Full Text Review

Purpose: Mini-dental implants (MDIs) have been used to support and retain overdentures, providing patients with a less invasive placement procedure. Although lucrative, the use of MDIs to retain a maxillary overdenture is still not an established treatment modality. This systematic review aims to answer the question: Do mini-implant-retained maxillary overdentures provide a satisfactory treatment outcome for complete edentulism? Methods: A systematic search for relevant articles was conducted to include articles published until April 2021 in the following electronic databases: CINAHL, Cochrane, EMBASE, PubMed, and Web of Science. All empirical studies evaluating the biological, survival, or patient-reported outcomes after placing mini-implant-retained overdentures in maxilla were considered for inclusion. The risk of bias was assessed by utilizing the Joanna Briggs Institute critical appraisal checklist. Study screening and data extraction were conducted by three reviewers independently. Results: The electronic search retrieved 1276 titles after omitting duplicates. Twenty articles were considered for full-text review, of which six studies were included in this systematic review. The included studies evaluated a total of 173 participants with a mean age of 66.3 years. The overall mini-implant survival rate was 77.1% (95% CI: 64.7–89.5%) with a mean follow-up time of 1.79 years (range: 6 months to 3 years). Implant survival differed significantly when comparing complete and partial palatal coverage overdentures. Those with complete palatal coverage exhibited less bone loss overall compared to partial coverage overdentures. Participants of all studies reported an increase in the quality of life and in satisfaction after rehabilitation treatment with MDIs. Conclusions: The survival rate of mini-implants retaining an overdenture in the maxilla was observed to be lower than the values reported for traditional implants in the literature. Improvements were observed in all aspects in terms of patient satisfaction, quality of life, oromyofunction, and articulation after the treatment.

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