Annals of internal medicine
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Review Meta Analysis
Effectiveness of Opioid Analgesic Medicines Prescribed in or at Discharge From Emergency Departments for Musculoskeletal Pain : A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
The comparative benefits and harms of opioids for musculoskeletal pain in the emergency department (ED) are uncertain. ⋯ None. (PROSPERO: CRD42021275293).
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Comment Meta Analysis
In adults using oral anticoagulants, PPI use may be associated with lower risk for upper GI bleeding.
Kurlander JE, Barnes GD, Fisher A, et al. Association of antisecretory drugs with upper gastrointestinal bleeding in patients using oral anticoagulants: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Med. 2022;135:1231-43.e8. 35679879.
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Comment Meta Analysis
In acutely ill inpatients, benefits and harms of anticoagulants for VTE prophylaxis were assessed.
Eck RJ, Elling T, Sutton AJ, et al. Anticoagulants for thrombosis prophylaxis in acutely ill patients admitted to hospital: systematic review and network meta-analysis. BMJ. 2022;378:e070022. 35788047.
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Comment Meta Analysis
In older LTC residents, transitional care interventions vs. usual care reduce hospital readmissions.
Birtwell K, Planner C, Hodkinson A, et al. Transitional care interventions for older residents of long-term care facilities: a systematic review and meta-analysis. JAMA Netw Open. 2022;5:e2210192. 35507344.