scholarly journals Neuropsychological evaluations associated with workplace accidents: a systematic review

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-24
Author(s):  
Carlos Antonio Vargas-María
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Neuropsychological Tests ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Cognitive Profile ◽  
Occupational Accidents ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Narrative Synthesis ◽  
Work Settings ◽  
Workplace Accidents ◽  
Neuropsychological Evaluations

Most occupational accidents are evidenced by a loss of worker control over the procedures they carry out. Objective: To establish the neuropsychological tests used to assess the cognitive profile of workers as a measure to prevent workplace accidents. Method: An advanced and manual systematic search of databases (PubMed / MedLine, Web of Science, Scopus, Science Direct, Cochrane Library) was performed to evaluate the neuropsychological tests used in work settings. Results: The systematic review yielded 1777 articles, of which 150 were pre-selected according to what was reported in the abstract and 57 validated for complete reading. 21 articles were used for the narrative synthesis with a sample of two thousand eight hundred and fifty-four (2,854) subjects; and a range of 18 to 60 years. Conclusion: The limited number of investigations that establish the neuropsychological profiles associated with occupational accidents are evident.

scholarly journals Impact of Vibration on the Levels of Biomarkers: A Systematic Review

2021 ◽  
pp. 030157422110195
Author(s):  
Ashish Agrawal ◽  
TM Chou
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Tooth Movement ◽  
Orthodontic Tooth Movement ◽  
Cochrane Collaboration ◽  
Risk Of Bias ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Electronic Search ◽  
Proquest Dissertation

Introduction: The objective of this systematic review is to assess the effect of vibrational force on biomarkers for orthodontic tooth movement. Methods: An electronic search was conducted for relevant studies (up to December 31, 2020) on the following databases: Pubmed, Google scholar, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, Wiley Library, and ProQuest Dissertation Abstracts and Thesis database. Hand searching of selected orthodontic journals was also undertaken. The selected studies were assessed for the risk of bias in Cochrane collaboration risk of bias tool. The “traffic plot” and “weighted plot” risk of bias distribution are designed in the RoB 2 tool. The 2 authors extracted the data and analyzed it. Results: Six studies fulfilled the inclusion criteria. The risks of biases were high for 4, low and some concern for other 2 studies. The biomarkers, medium, device, frequency and duration of device, as well as other data were extracted. The outcomes of the studies were found to be heterogenous. Conclusion: One study showed highly statistically significant levels of IL-1 beta with <.001. Rate of tooth movement was correlated with levels of released biomarkers under the influence of vibrational force in 3 studies, but it was found to be significant only in 1 study. It was further observed that vibration does not have any significant reduction in pain and discomfort.

scholarly journals Objective Measures to Assess Active Commuting Physical Activity to School in Young People: A Systematic Review Protocol and Practical Considerations

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (16) ◽  
pp. 5936
Author(s):  
Pablo Campos-Garzón ◽  
Javier Sevil-Serrano ◽  
Yaira Barranco-Ruíz ◽  
Palma Chillón
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Young People ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Objective Measures ◽  
Active Commuting ◽  
School Based ◽  
Review Protocol

There are no systematic reviews that have identified the existing studies assessing active commuting physical activity (PA) to and from (to/from) school using objective measures, as well as the contribution of both walking and cycling to/from school to PA levels. To fill this gap in the literature, this systematic review will aim (a) to identify existing studies that assess active commuting PA to/from school with objective measures in young people and to examine the contribution of walking and cycling to/from school to PA levels, and (b) to propose an appropriate methodology and practical considerations to assess active commuting PA to/from school based on the studies identified. The review protocol was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42020162004). We will conduct a systematic search up to 2020 in five databases: PubMed, Web of Science, SPORTdiscuss, Cochrane Library, and National Transportation Library. Both the risk of bias and the quality of the identified studies will be evaluated through different instruments according to the design of each study. This systematic review will help to choose the most appropriate objective measures to assess active commuting PA to/from school and to promote walking and cycling to/from school to increase PA levels.

scholarly journals Interleukins in diagnosis of perinatal asphyxia: A systematic review

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hassan Boskabadi ◽  
Ali Moradi ◽  
Maryam Zakerihamidi
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Early Diagnosis ◽  
Biochemical Markers ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Perinatal Asphyxia ◽  
Interleukin 1 ◽  
Cochrane Library

Background: Biochemical markers including interleukins (ILs) has been proposed for early diagnosis of asphyxia. Objective: This study has aimed to systematically review the significance of IL measurements in the diagnosis of perinatal asphyxia. Materials and Methods: PubMed, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, Embase, and Scopus databases before 2017 were searched for the following keywords: asphyxia, neonatal, interleukin, and diagnosis. A total of 13 out of 300 searched papers were finally selected for evaluation. Interleukins under study were IL6 and interleukin 1

scholarly journals Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment of COVID-19 in Infants and Children: A Systematic Review Study of Performed Protocols

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Karimian ◽  
Feizollah Mansouri ◽  
Milad Borji ◽  
Asma Tarjoman ◽  
Somayeh Mahdikhani ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Library Science ◽  
Infants And Children ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Viral Diseases ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Review Study ◽  
In Infants And Children

Context: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is one of the most dangerous viral diseases that started spreading in China in 2019 and has caused many deaths so far. Therefore, this study aimed to systematically review studies on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of coronavirus in infants and children. Evidence Acquisition: This is a systematic review study conducted in PubMed/Medline, Scopus, Embase, Cochrane Library, Science Direct, and Web of Science (ISI) databases on October 8 2020. Also, we searched Google Scholar to find all in-press articles. To extract data, a checklist was used, which included the author’s name, year of publication, purpose, age group of patients under study, and the protocol applied for coronavirus prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. The search was done with AND, OR, NOT strategies. The results of the study were reported in a descriptive manner using Endnote version 8 software. Results: According to the results of the basic search, 120 articles were extracted on the management of coronavirus. Of the articles extracted, 30 were articles related to children, of which only eight developed protocols for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment in infants and children. Of the studies extracted, six were from China, one from Iran, and one from Australia. It should be noted that the protocols for infants were extracted from two studies on infants and four studies on the pediatric group. Conclusions: It is proposed to consider and study this systematic review of coronavirus management in infants and children.

scholarly journals Association between Candida species and periodontal disease: A systematic review

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anjana Suresh Unniachan ◽  
Nisha Krishnavilasom Jayakumari ◽  
Shruthi Sethuraman
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Candida Species ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Periodontal Diseases ◽  
Strong Association ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Supporting Structures

Periodontal diseases result in the inflammation of the supporting structures of the teeth, thereby leading to attachment loss and bone loss. One of the main etiological factors responsible for this condition is the presence of subgingival biofilms, comprising microorganisms, namely bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Candida species is one of the fungi reported to be found in periodontal disease which is suggestive of the presence of an association between these variables. The aim of this systematic review was to evaluate the association of Candida species with periodontal disease and determine the prevalence of these species in the patients affected with this disease. The articles related to the subject of interest were searched in several databases, including the PubMed, Web of Science, Google Scholar Medline, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Scopus. The search process was accomplished using three keywords, namely ‘‘Candida species’’, ‘‘Chronic periodontitis’’, and ‘‘Gingivitis’’. All the identified studies were comprehensively evaluated for the association of Candida species with periodontal disease. This systematic review included 23 articles, which assessed the prevalence of Candida species in periodontal diseases. The results of 21 studies were indicative of a positive association between Candida species and periodontal diseases. Accordingly, it was concluded that there is a strong association between the presence of Candida species and periodontal diseases.

The Principles of Triage in Emergencies and Disasters: A Systematic Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 305-313 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jafar Bazyar ◽  
Mehrdad Farrokhi ◽  
Amir Salari ◽  
Hamid Reza Khankeh
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
World Wide ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Mass Casualty ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Health It ◽  
Equity In Health ◽  
Bond Model ◽  
Injured Patients

AbstractIntroduction:The use of triage systems is one of the most important measures in response to mass-casualty incidents (MCIs) caused by emergencies and disasters. In these systems, certain principles and criteria must be considered that can be achieved with a lack of resources. Accordingly, the present study was conducted as a systematic review to explore the principles of triage systems in emergencies and disasters world-wide.Methods:The present study was conducted as a systematic review of the principles of triage in emergencies and disasters. All papers published from 2000 through 2019 were extracted from the Web of Science, PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane Library, and Google Scholar databases. The search for the articles was conducted by two trained researchers independently.Results:The classification and prioritization of the injured people, the speed, and the accuracy of the performance were considered as the main principles of triage. In certain circumstances, including chemical, biological, radiation, and nuclear (CBRN) incidents, certain principles must be considered in addition to the principles of the triage based on traumatic events. Usually in triage systems, the classification of the injured people is done using color labeling. The short duration of the triage and its accuracy are important for the survival of the injured individuals. The optimal use of available resources to protect the lives of more casualties is one of the important principles of triage systems and does not conflict with equity in health.Conclusion:The design of the principles of triage in triage systems is based on scientific studies and theories in which attempts have been made to correctly classify the injured people with the maximum correctness and in the least amount of time to maintain the survival of the injured people and to achieve the most desirable level of health. It is suggested that all countries adopt a suitable and context-bond model of triage in accordance with all these principles, or to propose a new model for the triage of injured patients, particularly for hospitals in emergencies and disasters.

scholarly journals Protocol for a Systematic Review of the Effectiveness of Provider-targeted Interventions to Improve Opioid Prescribing in Primary Care

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pallavi Prathivadi ◽  
Natalie Connell ◽  
Louisa Picco ◽  
Karleen F Giannitrapani ◽  
Hong-nei Wong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Primary Care ◽  
Primary Care Providers ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Narrative Synthesis ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Strict Adherence ◽  
Targeted Interventions ◽  
Opioid Prescribing ◽  
Wide Range

Abstract Background: Improving primary care opioid prescribing is a public health priority in many western nations. Governments, policymakers and key stakeholders are intervening on multiple levels to address patient, prescriber and systems factors contributing to opioid over-prescription in primary care. Many opioid prescribing interventions specifically target primary care providers (PCPs); however, the overall effectiveness of these interventions is not known. Identifying effective components of PCP-targeted behaviour change interventions may help inform scalability and translation of prescribing interventions across countries and varying primary healthcare settings. The aim of this systematic review is to assess the effectiveness of provider-targeted interventions to improve opioid prescribing in primary care. This protocol reports the methods of the proposed narrative synthesis review that will be guided by the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF). Methods: The study will follow Cochrane methods for conducting a narrative synthesis. Reporting is compliant with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis (PRISMA) protocols. The review will conduct searches in PubMed, EMBASE, PsychInfo, CINAHL, and the Cochrane Library databases for studies published in the English language from 2010 onwards. Reference lists of accepted articles will be also screened for additional studies meeting inclusion. Any opioid prescribing behaviour will be measured as an outcome. Intervention components will be mapped to domains of the TDF. No geographic limits will be applied. All stages of screening and data extraction will involve a dual review with gold standard adjudication. The Cochrane Risk of Bias tool will be used to evaluate quality and risk. Discussion: This review is being conducted in strict adherence to Cochrane principles. The protocol was submitted for registration to Prospero prior to publication for transparency and to avoid duplication of research. Formal ethics approval is not required for this research. The findings of this review will inform the delivery and implementation of PCP targeted opioid prescribing interventions. Findings will be disseminated to a wide range of stakeholders involved in quality improvement, prescribing interventions, education and training; professional groups, policymakers, researchers and PCPs.Systematic review registration: Submitted to Prospero 22 December 2020; pending registration

scholarly journals Evaluation of subjective vertical perception among stroke patients: a systematic review

2021 ◽  
Vol 79 (11) ◽  
pp. 1026-1034
Author(s):  
Luana Ribeiro Ferreira ◽  
Flávio José Pereira De Almeida Ferreira ◽  
Fernanda Aparecida Campos ◽  
Gustavo José Luvizutto ◽  
Luciane Aparecida Pascucci Sande De Souza
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Diagnostic Accuracy ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
High Variability ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Subjective Visual Vertical ◽  
Stroke Patients ◽  
Subjective Vertical ◽  
Visual Vertical ◽  
Crucial Information

Abstract Background: Verticality misperception is relatively common among patients after stroke, and it may be evaluated in terms of (a) subjective visual vertical (SVV), (b) subjective haptic vertical (SHV) and (c) subjective postural vertical (SPV). To better understand these assessment methods, we conducted a systematic review of the methodological characteristics of different protocols for evaluating SVV, SHV and SPV among individuals after stroke. Objective: To standardize the methodological characteristics of protocols for evaluating verticality perception after stroke. Methods: We searched the following databases: PUBMED, regional BVS portal (MEDLINE, LILACS, IBECS, CUBMED, Psychology Index and LIS), CINAHL, SCOPUS, Web of Science, Science Direct, Cochrane Library and PEDro. Two review authors independently used the QUADAS method (Quality Assessment of Diagnostic Accuracy Studies) and extracted data. Results: We included 21 studies in the review: most (80.9%) used SVV, eight (38.1%) used SPV and four (19.0%) used SHV. We observed high variability in assessments of verticality perception, due to patient positions, devices used, numbers of repetitions and angle of inclination for starting the tests. Conclusion: This systematic review was one of the first to explore all the methods of assessing verticality perception after stroke, and it provides crucial information on how to perform the tests, in order to guide future researchers/clinicians.

scholarly journals Cytomegalovirus seroprevalence among blood donors: a systematic review and meta-analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 49 (8) ◽  
pp. 030006052110346
Author(s):  
Tiruneh Adane ◽  
Solomon Getawa
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Confidence Interval ◽  
Blood Donors ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Google Scholar ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Blood Products ◽  
Specific Antibodies

Background Screening for cytomegalovirus (CMV)-specific antibodies is not routine in some settings. Thus, transfusion of blood products poses risks for susceptible individuals. Objectives To investigate the global pooled CMV seroprevalence among volunteer blood donors. Methods This systematic review and meta-analysis was performed according to PRISMA guidelines. The databases searched included Embase, Google Scholar, Medline, PubMed, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library. Data were extracted independently and analyzed using STATA version 11. Results The global seroprevalence of CMV IgG, CMV IgM, and both CMV IgM and IgG was 83.16% (95% confidence interval [CI]: 78.55–87.77%, I2 = 99.5%), 13.77% (95% CI: 11.59–15.95%, I2 = 98.8%), and 23.78% (95% CI: 10.50–37.06%, I2 = 98.7), respectively. Conclusion The global seroprevalence of CMV was high among blood donors. Therefore, regular CMV screening should be conducted to identify CMV-seronegative blood donors.

Functional and Aesthetic Outcomes of Extracorporeal Septoplasty: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses

2019 ◽  
Vol 129 (4) ◽  
pp. 401-410
Author(s):  
Amishav Bresler ◽  
Roman Povolotskiy ◽  
Brandon Nguyen ◽  
Giancarlo F. Zuliani ◽  
Jean Anderson Eloy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Functional Outcomes ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Complication Rates ◽  
Extracorporeal Septoplasty ◽  
Symptom Evaluation ◽  
Meta Analyses ◽  
Nasal Function ◽  
Nasal Flow

Objective: The safety and efficacy of extracorporeal septoplasty (ECS) has long been debated. Our objective was to determine this technique’s functional and aesthetic outcomes and complications through a systematic review of the literature. Data Sources: PubMed/MEDLINE, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science databases were evaluated for studies detailing functional or aesthetic outcomes of ECS. Review Methods: Bias was evaluated using the Cochrane Risk of Bias Tool and the Methodological Index for Non-randomized Studies (MINORS) score. Aesthetic and functional outcomes in addition to complications were evaluated using subjective and objective measures. Meta-analyses were performed when appropriate. Results: Seventeen studies encompassing 1418 patients were included. The average MINORS score for observational studies was 9.2. Overall there was a significant improvement in subjective nasal function with a preoperative average Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation (NOSE) score of 75 (±16) decreasing to 19.5 (±16.5) postoperatively for a mean difference (MD) of −55 (95% confidence interval (CI): –60 to −49.5). In terms of objective nasal function, at 6 months postoperatively, there was an improvement of nasal flow measured by rhinometry ranging from 70 to 71% across studies. Anthropometric measurements were utilized for objective aesthetic outcomes. There was a significant improvement in I-shaped deviations (MD: –2.7°, 95% CI: –5.6 to −0.16) and C-shaped deviations improved by 11.9° (95% CI +2.8-+21.2). Complication rates ranged from 0 to 18%. Conclusion: ECS can achieve significant improvements in the subjective and objective function of the nose. The associated complication rate is low but variable between surgeons.

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