The Laryngoscope
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Review Meta Analysis
Comparison of cartilage with temporalis fascia tympanoplasty: A meta-analysis of comparative studies.
To systematically review the results of type 1 tympanoplasty with temporalis fascia (TF) versus cartilage in patients with chronic otitis media (COM) for graft integration and hearing improvement. ⋯ NA. Laryngoscope, 127:2139-2148, 2017.
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Review Meta Analysis
Does preoperative administration of gabapentin/pregabalin improve postoperative nasal surgery pain?
Gabapentin and pregabalin has been shown to reduce postoperative pain effectively. In this meta-analysis, we aimed to assess the role of preoperative gabapentinoids for attenuating postoperative pain after nasal surgery in patients via a meta-analysis of the literature. ⋯ NA Laryngoscope, 126:2232-2241, 2016.
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Review Meta Analysis
Can perioperative acupuncture reduce the pain and vomiting experienced after tonsillectomy? A meta-analysis.
Acupuncture has been shown to reduce pain, nausea, and vomiting. However, its use alongside surgical interventions remains a novel practice, despite the increasing applications of alternative medicine. The goal of this meta-analysis was to perform a systematic review of the literature addressing the effect of acupuncture on postoperative pain, nausea, and vomiting following tonsillectomy. ⋯ NA. Laryngoscope, 126:608-615, 2016.
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Review Meta Analysis
The efficacy of gabapentin/pregabalin in improving pain after tonsillectomy: A meta-analysis.
Gabapentin and pregabalin are useful for treating neuropathic pain because of their antiallodynic and antihyperalgesic properties, which may be beneficial in managing acute postoperative pain. The goal of this meta-analysis was to perform a systematic review of the literature on the effect of gabapentinoids on postoperative pain following tonsillectomy, and its adverse effects in patients. ⋯ NA.
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Review Meta Analysis
Hypoglossal nerve stimulation in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Poor adherence to continuous positive airway pressure treatment in obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) adversely affects the effectiveness of this therapy. This study aimed to systematically review the evidence regarding the efficacy and safety of hypoglossal nerve stimulation as an alternative therapy in the treatment of OSA. ⋯ NA