Meta-Analysis of Sleep Deprivation Effects on Patients With Depression

Objective: Depression is a common disorder with a high recurrence rate. Since the effect of sleep deprivation on depression in existing studies were inconsistent, the present study aimed to reassess the effects of SD on patients by performing a meta-analysis of updated research.Methods: PubMed, Embase, the Cochrane Library, and Web of Science were searched for articles before January 20th, 2021. Data on participant characteristics, SD characteristics, adjunctive method and tests for depression were extracted. A comprehensive analysis was conducted to assess the effect of SD on depression and subgroup analysis was used to determine the sources of heterogeneity.Results: In total, 8 articles were included. An SD time of <7 days slightly worsened depression levels [0.24 (−0.21, 0.69); I2 = 0%; P = 0.43], a time of 7–14 days had antidepressant effects [−1.52 (−2.07, −0.97); I2 = 19.6%; P = 0.288], and a time of more than 14 days also worsened depression [0.76 (0.12, 1.40); I2 = 43.7%; P = 0.169].Conclusion: SD may serve as an effective antidepressant measure in humans when the time was 7–14 days, while a time of <7 days and more than 14 days worsened depression.

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The value of lncRNAs as prognostic biomarkers on clinical outcomes in osteosarcoma: a meta-analysis

BMC Cancer ◽

10.1186/s12885-021-07882-w ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 21 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Wenchao Zhang ◽

Xiaolei Ren ◽

Lin Qi ◽

Chenghao Zhang ◽

Chao Tu ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Web Of Science ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Positive Outcome ◽

Clinical Applications ◽

Clinicopathological Features ◽

Cochrane Library ◽

Human Osteosarcoma ◽

Non Coding Rna ◽

The Cochrane Library ◽

Long Non Coding Rna

Abstract Background In recent years, emerging studies have demonstrated critical functions and potential clinical applications of long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) in osteosarcoma. To further validate the prognostic value of multiple lncRNAs, we have conducted this updated meta-analysis. Methods Literature retrieval was conducted by searching PubMed, Web of Science and the Cochrane Library (last update by October 2, 2019). A meta-analysis was performed to explore association between lncRNAs expression and overall survival (OS) of osteosarcoma patients. Relationships between lncRNAs expression and other clinicopathological features were also analyzed respectively. Results Overall, 4351 patients from 62 studies were included in this meta-analysis and 25 lncRNAs were identified. Pooled analyses showed that high expression of 14 lncRNAs connoted worse OS, while two lncRNAs were associated with positive outcome. Further, analysis toward osteosarcoma clinicopathologic features demonstrated that overexpression of TUG1 and XIST indicated poor clinical parameters of patients. Conclusions This meta-analysis has elucidated the prognostic potential of 16 lncRNAs in human osteosarcoma. Evidently, desperate expression and functional targets of these lncRNAs offer new approaches for prognosis and therapy of osteosarcoma.

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S-1 and Capecitabine for the Treatment of Colorectal Cancer: A Meta-Analysis

Journal of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering ◽

10.1166/jbt.2021.2673 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 (6) ◽

pp. 1144-1152

Author(s):

Ping Huang ◽

Zhenfen Wang ◽

Qian Liu ◽

Guohao Cai

Keyword(s):

Colorectal Cancer ◽

Web Of Science ◽

Advanced Colorectal Cancer ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Cochrane Library ◽

Therapeutic Effects ◽

Chemotherapeutic Drugs ◽

The Third ◽

Hand Foot Syndrome ◽

The Cochrane Library

Colorectal cancers common tumors that develop in the large intestines. The incidence of colorectal cancer is second only to gastric and esophageal cancers. Both S-1 and capecitabine are the third-generation fluorouracil-based chemotherapeutic drugs. We hope to summarize the therapeutic effects of tecotae and capecitabine in patients with colorectal cancer through this Meta-analysis. We performed a meta-analysis of the findings in the current literature. We performed a systematic review of outcomes associated with S-1 and capecitabine used to treat advanced colorectal cancer based on findings from both English and Chinese publications listed in PubMed, Embase, CNKI, Wanfang, EBSCO, Web of Science and the Cochrane Library. End-points included ORR, DCR, OS, and PFS; adverse events (grades 1–2 and 3–4) were also evaluated. Statistical analysis was performed using RevMan 5.3. A total of 12 studies were eventually included, involving a total of 3,375 patients. Of this group, 1,683 and 1,692 patients underwent treatment with S-1 or capecitabine, respectively. There were no greatly differences with respect to ORR, DCR, or OS; however, PFS was bettered in the group of S-1 compared to those treated with capecitabine. The incidence of leukopenia, diarrhea and anorexia were all higher among those in S-1 group compared to the capecitabine group, but a higher incidence of hand-foot syndrome was linked with use of capecitabine. Use of S-1 for the treatment of colorectal cancer may result in superior outcomes when compared to use of capecitabine.

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Influence ofDPYDGenetic Polymorphisms on 5-Fluorouracil Toxicities in Patients with Colorectal Cancer: A Meta-Analysis

Gastroenterology Research and Practice ◽

10.1155/2014/827989 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 2014 ◽

pp. 1-11 ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

Qiang Li ◽

Ying Liu ◽

Hong-Mei Zhang ◽

Yin-Peng Huang ◽

Tian-Yi Wang ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Colorectal Cancer ◽

Genetic Polymorphisms ◽

Web Of Science ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Dihydropyrimidine Dehydrogenase ◽

Cochrane Library ◽

Inclusion Criteria ◽

Meta Analyses ◽

The Cochrane Library ◽

Stratified Analysis

Our meta-analysis aggregated existing results from relevant studies to comprehensively investigate the correlations between genetic polymorphisms in dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase (DPYD) gene and 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) toxicities in patients with colorectal cancer (CRC). The MEDLINE (1966∼2013), the Cochrane Library Database (Issue 12, 2013), EMBASE (1980∼2013), CINAHL (1982∼2013), Web of Science (1945∼2013), and the Chinese Biomedical Database (CBM) (1982∼2013) were searched without language restrictions. Meta-analyses were conducted with the use of STATA software (Version 12.0, Stata Corporation, College Station, TX, USA). Seven clinical cohort studies with a total of 946 CRC patients met our inclusion criteria, and NOS scores of each of the included studies were ≥5. Our findings showed thatDPYDgenetic polymorphisms were significantly correlated with high incidences of 5-FU-related toxicity in CRC patients. SNP-stratified analysis indicated that there were remarkable connections of IVS14+1G>A, 464T>A, and 2194G>A polymorphisms with the incidence of marrow suppression in CRC patients receiving 5-FU chemotherapy. Furthermore, we found that IVS14+1G>A, 496A>G, and 2194G>A polymorphisms were correlated with the incidence of gastrointestinal reaction. Ethnicity-stratified analysis also revealed thatDPYDgenetic polymorphisms might contribute to the development of marrow suppression and gastrointestinal reaction among Asians, but not among Caucasians. The present meta-analysis suggests thatDPYDgenetic polymorphisms may be correlated with the incidence of 5-FU-related toxicity in CRC patients.

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Nasal Decolonization of Staphylococcus Aureus and the Risk of Surgical Site Infection After Surgery: A Meta-Analysis

10.21203/rs.3.rs-30729/v1 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Jia Tang ◽

Jiangjin Hui ◽

Jing Ma ◽

Mingquan Chen

Keyword(s):

Staphylococcus Aureus ◽

Web Of Science ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Surgical Site Infections ◽

Cochrane Library ◽

Randomized Controlled ◽

Pulmonary Surgery ◽

Different Types ◽

The Cochrane Library ◽

Risk Ratios

Abstract Aim: To assess the effects of nasal decontamination on preventing surgical site infections (SSIs) in people who are S aureus carriers undergoing different types of surgeries. Methods: Relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were identified through systematic searches of the PubMed, Embase, Web of science, and the Cochrane Library databases. The risk ratios (RRs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated and the effects model was chosen according to the heterogeneity. Subgroup analyses were performed according to different types of surgeries that S aureus carriers were applied.Results: Twenty RCTs published between 1996 and 2019 involving 10526 patients were included. Pooled results showed that the overall SSIs and pulmonary surgery SSIs presented with a statistical difference in measures of nasal decontamination (RR=0.59 and 0.47, respectively, both p<0.01). However, the associations between nasal decolonization and increased risks of SSIs in orthopedics surgery or cardiovascular surgery remained insignificant in studies.Conclusion: It seems that nasal decolonization of Staphylococcus aureus may be associated with a reduction of SSI in these patients, especially in patients receiving pulmonary surgeries.

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Outcomes of Macrosurgical Versus Microsurgical Vasovasostomy in Vasectomized Men: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

SN Comprehensive Clinical Medicine ◽

10.1007/s42399-021-01011-1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

M. Duijn ◽

J. A. van der Zee ◽

Y. Bachour

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Web Of Science ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Descriptive Analysis ◽

Pregnancy Rates ◽

Primary Data ◽

Cochrane Library ◽

Microscopical Technique ◽

Vasectomy Reversal ◽

The Cochrane Library

AbstractIn order to restore fertility by vasectomy reversal, vasovasostomy (VV) is one of the most chosen options. During this procedure, the vas deferens is anastomosed either by a macro- or microscopical technique. Up to date, it is unknown which of these techniques shows best overall post-procedure patency and pregnancy rates. The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to reach a consensus on which technique is best for vasovasostomy and thereby better counsel patients and practitioners. A systematic review and meta-analysis on macroscopic and microscopic VV for vasectomy reversal was performed. PubMed, The Cochrane Library, Embase, and Web of Science were systematically searched from inception until 2019. Studies and associated data were evaluated by two reviewers. Primary, data on post-operative patency and pregnancy rates, interval to reversal, and post-operative complications were extracted. Proportions (95% CI) and heterogeneity scores (I2) were calculated, using a random effects model. A total of 8305 patients were included by 25 studies. Descriptive analysis showed higher post-operative patency (80.5% vs 91.4%) and pregnancy rates (47.7% vs 73.3%) after microscopic vasovasostomy. Meta-analysis produced post-operative patency proportions of 0.80 (95% CI, 0.76–0.84) and 0.88 (95% CI, 0.83–0.92) after macro- and microscopic VV respectively. Proportions of post-operative pregnancy were 0.43 (95% CI, 0.35–0.50) after macroscopic VV and 0.47 (95% CI, 0.31–0.62) after microsurgical VV. Microscopic VV is associated with higher post-operative patency and pregnancy rates compared to macroscopic vasovasostomy. However, further research is needed because of shortage in high methodological quality and variety.

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Meta-analysis of the effects of sleep deprivation on depression in patients and animals

10.1101/2020.03.02.971689 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Baiqi Hu ◽

Mengfei Ye ◽

Dan Feng ◽

Jianghua Ying ◽

Tingting Mou ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Sleep Deprivation ◽

Animal Studies ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Relevant Literature ◽

Forced Swimming ◽

Cochrane Library ◽

Sucrose Consumption ◽

Antidepressant Effects ◽

Sample Characteristics ◽

June 10Th

ObjectiveResearch on the antidepressant effects of sleep deprivation (SD) is lagging and has not produced completely uniform results in humans and animals. The present study aimed to reassess the effect of SD on patients and animals by meta-analysis based on updated research.MethodsWe searched PubMed, Embase and Cochrane Library for articles since the first relevant literature published up to June 10th, 2019. Data on sample characteristics, features of SD, and tests for depression were extracted.ResultsFourteen articles were included, eight on humans and six on animals. We found that when the duration of SD in patients was 7–14 days, it reflected antidepression [-1.52 (−2.07, −0.97); I2=19.6%]. In animals, the results of sucrose consumption experiments showed that SD has depressogenic effects [-1.06 (−1.63, −0.49); I2=81.1%], while the results of forced swimming experiments showed that SD treated depression [-1.17 (−2.19, −0.16); I2=80.1%], regardless of the duration of sleep deprivation.ConclusionSD can be an effective antidepressant measure when the duration is 7–14 days in patients. In animal studies, SD has shown more antidepressant effects when measured by forced swimming experiments, whereas using sucrose consumption tests had the effect of worsening depression.

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The efficacy and safety of bamlanivimab treatment against COVID-19: A meta-analysis

10.1101/2021.08.24.21262580 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Huairong Xiang ◽

Bei He ◽

Yun Li ◽

Xuan Cheng ◽

Qizhi Zhang ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Clinical Trials ◽

Observational Studies ◽

Randomized Clinical Trials ◽

Web Of Science ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Cochrane Library ◽

Control Group ◽

Efficacy And Safety ◽

Positive Treatment ◽

The Cochrane Library

Background: Bamlanivimab is routinely used in the treatment of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in worldwide. We performed a meta-analysis to investigate the efficacy and safety of bamlanivimab treatment in patients with COVID-19. Methods: We searched articles from Web of Science, PubMed, Embase, the Cochrane Library and MedRxiv between 30 January 2020 and August 5, 2021. We selected randomized clinical trials (RCTs) and observational studies with a control group to assess the efficiency of bamlanivimab in treating patients with COVID-19. Results: Our meta-analysis retrieved 3 RCTs and 7 cohort studies including 14461 patients. Bmlanivimab may help outpatients to prevent hospitalization or emergency department visit (RR 0.41 95%CI 0.29 to 0.58), reduce ICU admission (RR 0.47 95%CI 0.23 to 0.92) and mortality (RR 0.32 95%CI 0.13 to 0.77) from the disease. The combination of bamlanivimab and etesevimab may had a greater potential for positive treatment outcome. Conclusion: Bamlanivimab has demonstrated clinical efficacy on mild or moderate ill patients with COVID-19 to prevent hospitalization, reduce severity and mortality from the disease. Combinations of two or more monoclonal antibody increase the effect. Well-designed clinical trials to identify the clinical and biochemical characteristics in COVID-19 patients'population that could benefit from bamlanivimab are warranted in the future.

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DPP-4 inhibitors may improve the mortality of coronavirus disease 2019: A meta-analysis

PLoS ONE ◽

10.1371/journal.pone.0251916 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 16 (5) ◽

pp. e0251916

Author(s):

Yan Yang ◽

Zixin Cai ◽

Jingjing Zhang

Keyword(s):

Type 2 Diabetes ◽

Large Scale ◽

Web Of Science ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Cochrane Library ◽

Outcome Indicators ◽

Risk Of Mortality ◽

Funnel Plots ◽

The Cochrane Library

Aims DPP-4 inhibitors are predicted to exert a protective effect on the progression of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). We conducted this meta-analysis to investigate this hypothesis. Methods Four databases, namely, PubMed, Web of Science, EMBASE and the Cochrane Library, were used to identify studies on DPP-4 and COVID-19. The outcome indicators were the mortality of COVID-19. Funnel plots, Begg’s tests and Egger’s tests were used to assess publication bias. Results Four articles were included with a total of 1933 patients with COVID-19 and type 2 diabetes. The use of DPP-4 inhibitors was negatively associated with the risk of mortality (odds ratio (OR) = 0.58 95% confidence interval (CI), 0.34–0.99). Conclusions DPP-4 inhibitors may improve the mortality of patients with COVID-19 and type 2 diabetes. As few relevant studies are available, more large-scale studies need to be performed.

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Adrenal Venous Sampling With or Without Adrenocorticotropic Hormone Stimulation: A Meta-Analysis

The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism ◽

10.1210/jc.2018-01324 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 104 (4) ◽

pp. 1060-1068 ◽

Cited By ~ 6

Author(s):

Irakoze Laurent ◽

Manirakiza Astère ◽

Fengfan Zheng ◽

Xiangjun Chen ◽

Jun Yang ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Adrenocorticotropic Hormone ◽

Web Of Science ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Adrenal Vein ◽

Adrenal Venous Sampling ◽

Cochrane Library ◽

Inclusion Criteria ◽

Venous Sampling ◽

Acth Stimulation ◽

The Cochrane Library

Abstract Context Adrenal venous sampling (AVS), with or without adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) stimulation, is the test of choice to identify patients with a surgically curable subtype of primary aldosteronism (PA). Whether AVS with ACTH stimulation is more effective than AVS without ACTH stimulation remains controversial. Objective To compare the effectiveness of AVS with ACTH stimulation and AVS without ACTH stimulation in patients with PA. Design The Cochrane Library, PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science databases were searched to identify relevant articles. All cohort studies comparing the two techniques (AVS with ACTH stimulation and AVS without ACTH stimulation in a patient with PA) were included in the analysis. Results A total of 14 studies met the inclusion criteria, and they were analyzed. AVS with ACTH stimulation did not significantly reduce the number of incorrect lateralization more than AVS without ACTH stimulation in patients with PA (OR: 0.76; 95% CI: 0.36, 1.59; P = 0.47). AVS with ACTH stimulation significantly reduced the number of unsuccessful cannulations of both adrenal veins more than AVS without ACTH stimulation in patients with PA (OR: 0.26; 95% CI: 0.17, 0.40; P < 0.00001). For subgroup analyses, it also significantly reduced the number of unsuccessful cannulations of left adrenal vein and right adrenal vein (OR: 0.14, 95% CI: 0.06, 0.33, P < 0.00001; and OR: 0.30, 95% CI: 0.12, 0.71, P = 0.007, respectively). Conclusion AVS with ACTH stimulation can significantly reduce the number of unsuccessful cannulations, without significantly reducing the number of incorrect lateralization. Further studies are still needed to verify these findings.

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Prognostic significance of C-MYC dysregulation in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma: a meta-analysis

Biomarkers in Medicine ◽

10.2217/bmm-2019-0294 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 14 (7) ◽

pp. 599-609

Author(s):

Xuejiao Shi ◽

Renhua Zhou ◽

Leizhen Zheng ◽

Mawei Jiang

Keyword(s):

Squamous Cell Carcinoma ◽

Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma ◽

Cell Carcinoma ◽

Squamous Cell ◽

Web Of Science ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Prognostic Significance ◽

Cochrane Library ◽

Poor Overall Survival ◽

The Cochrane Library

Aim: The clinicopathological and prognostic significance of C-MYC dysregulation (amplification or overexpression) in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) remains controversial. Therefore, we performed this meta-analysis to elucidate this relationship. Materials & methods: Available studies were retrieved from PubMed, Web of Science, EMBASE and the Cochrane Library, and ten studies with a total of 1432 patients were included in this meta-analysis. Results: Pooled results showed that C-MYC dysregulation was significantly associated with poor overall survival (hazard ratio: 1.405 [95% CI: 1.170–1.639]; p < 0.001) and lymph node metastasis (odds ratio: 1.798 [95% CI: 1.125–2.873]; p = 0.014). Subgroup analysis confirmed the results and more prominent predictive effects were observed in the C-MYC amplification group. Conclusion: C-MYC dysregulation is a promising biomarker for ESCC prognosis.

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