Background Within systematic reviews, when searching for relevant references, it is
advisable to use multiple databases. However, searching databases is laborious and time …

We aimed to obtain reliable reference charts for sleep duration, estimate the prevalence of
sleep complaints across the lifespan and identify risk indicators of poor sleep. Studies were …

Background Controversy exists about the differences in air pollution exposure and
inhalation dose between mode of transport. We aimed to review air pollution exposure and …

DISCUSSION Although the de-duplication method that we designed for EndNote resembles
procedures regularly carried out by other information professionals, it is more systematic …

Creating search strategies for systematic reviews, finding the best balance between
sensitivity and specificity, and translating search strategies between databases is …

The impact of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in populations extends beyond ill-health
and mortality with large financial consequences. To systematically review and meta-analyze …

Importance Maternal hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism are risk factors for preterm birth.
Milder thyroid function test abnormalities and thyroid autoimmunity are more prevalent, but it …

Background and aims Hepatitis E virus (HEV), as an emerging zoonotic pathogen, is a
leading cause of acute viral hepatitis worldwide, with a high risk of developing chronic …

Importance In August 2015, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved
flibanserin as a treatment for hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in premenopausal …

Background Incisional hernia is a frequent complication of abdominal wall incision. Surgical
technique is an important risk factor for the development of incisional hernia. The aim of …