International journal of clinical practice
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Int. J. Clin. Pract. · Nov 2021
Meta AnalysisEffect of Artemisia extract on glycemic control: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trial.
Animal and human studies have indicated anti-diabetic effect of Asteraceae. The present study aimed to systematically review and analyse randomized controlled trials assessing the effect of Artemisia extract on glycemic status in patients with impaired glycemic control. ⋯ Supplementation with Artemisia extract may reduce HOMA-IR, but beneficial effects on other markers such as FBG requires further investigations.
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Int. J. Clin. Pract. · Nov 2021
Letter Review Meta AnalysisPrevalence of comorbid tuberculosis amongst COVID-19 patients: A rapid review and meta-analysis.
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Int. J. Clin. Pract. · Nov 2021
Meta AnalysisEffects of dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) supplementation on cortisol, leptin, adiponectin, and liver enzyme levels: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials.
Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) supplementation has been investigated in patients with altered cortisol levels and is proposed to ameliorate the metabolic profile related to adipose tissue. However, further research is warranted and evidence is no compelling for liver safety. Hence, we aimed to meta-analyse the effects of DHEA supplementation on circulating levels of cortisol, liver enzymes, and adipokines. ⋯ DHEA supplementation decreased circulating cortisol but did not alter adiponectin, leptin, AST, and ALT levels. Hence, DHEA supplementation could be considered as an adjunct in the management of hypercortisolaemia and is safe for the liver.
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Int. J. Clin. Pract. · Nov 2021
Meta AnalysisEffectiveness of aromatherapy inhalation on anxiety and hemodynamic variables for patients with cardiovascular disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Anxiety can negatively affect patients' prognosis in cardiovascular disease. Aromatherapy helps reduce anxiety level in chronic diseases. However, the effectiveness of aromatherapy on anxiety and haemodynamic variables remains uncertain. ⋯ It was found that aromatherapy reduced anxiety, systolic blood pressure, heart rate and breathing rate in patients with cardiovascular disease. This study provides information to researchers and health professionals about the effectiveness of aromatherapy on decreasing anxiety and haemodynamic variables in patients with cardiovascular disease. Also, the study can contribute to planning studies which are better designed, conducted and reported.
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Int. J. Clin. Pract. · Nov 2021
ReviewImmunonutrition hope? Oral nutritional supplement on cancer treatment.
To determine the efficacy and safety of antitumoral nutritional supplement (Oncoxin® ), and to describe its mechanism of action. ⋯ Current literature shows promising complementary effects of oral supplements to the standard treatment of cancer patients in diverse scenarios. It might help patients to deal with toxicities and adverse effects related to cancer treatment and improve their nutritional or clinical profiles.