Effect of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination on HPV infection and recurrence of HPV related disease after local surgical treatment: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: The prophylactic vaccines available to protect against infections by human papillomavirus (HPV) are well tolerated and highly immunogenic. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to explore the efficacy of HPV vaccination on the risk of HPV infection and recurrent diseases related to HPV infection in individuals undergoing local surgical treatment.

Methods: A literature search was performed using PubMed/MEDLINE, Embase, the Cochrane Library, Scopus, Web of Science, and bioRxiv/medRxiv from inception to July 15, 2024.

Leukocyte counts and ratios as potential predictors of large vessel occlusion in acute ischemic stroke: A retrospective cohort study.

Leukocyte counts and ratios are independent biomarkers to determine the severity and prognosis of acute ischemic stroke (AIS). In AIS, the connection between leukocytes and large vessel occlusion (LVO) is uncertain. This study aims to determine the relationship between the existence of LVO and leukocyte counts and ratios on admission to AIS.

Immunogenicity and safety of ebolavirus vaccines in healthy adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Background: This review aimed to systematically evaluate the immunogenicity and safety of the candidate Ebola virus vaccine (EVV).

Methods: We searched five databases for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating the effects of EVV on healthy adults. The primary outcomes were relative risk (RR) of sero-conversion or sero-response of EVV in healthy adults between the groups that received EVV and the controls.

Escitalopram versus other antidepressive agents for major depressive disorder: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Escitalopram is selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and one of the most commonly prescribed newer antidepressants (ADs) worldwide. We aimed to explore the efficacy, acceptability and tolerability of escitalopram in comparison with other ADs in the acute-phase treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD).

Methods: Medline/PubMed, EMBASE, the Cochrane Library, CINAHL, and Clinical Trials.

Risk factors and clinical outcomes of basilar artery occlusion presenting with paroxysmal sympathetic hyperactivity as the initial manifestation: a prospective study.

Background: Paroxysmal sympathetic hyperactivity (PSH) has been linked to a worse clinical prognosis in patients with traumatic brain injury. We aimed to identify the risk factors and clinical features associated with basilar artery occlusion (BAO) presenting with PSH as the first clinical presentation.

Methods: This study recruited patients with acute BAO who received endovascular therapy (EVT) at two stroke centers in China.

Dural Arteriovenous Fistulas Presenting as Symmetric Lesions in the Internal Capsule on Imaging Studies: A Case Report and Literature Review.

Background: Dural arteriovenous fistulas (DAVFs) leading to oedema, primarily in the internal capsule, are extremely rare and, to our knowledge, have never been reported. We reported a case of DAVFs with oedema in bilateral internal capsule oedema and reviewed the literature.

Methods: The report describes a unique imaging presentation of cases of DAVFs as symmetric lesions, mainly in the bilateral internal capsule.

Biodegradable polymer everolimus-eluting stents versus contemporary drug-eluting stents: a systematic review and meta‑analysis.

In spite of similar efficacy and safety in pilot studies, compared with the contemporary durable polymer drug-eluting stent (DP-DES), the bioabsorbable polymer drug-eluting stent (BP-DES) may be more superior in promoting blood vessel healing. We sought to compare the safety and efficacy of everolimus-eluting BP-DES (BP-EES) with contemporary DP-DES through a meta-analysis. We performed this meta-analysis to provide further evidence of the safety and efficacy of BP-EES.

Intracervical Foley catheter plus intravaginal misoprostol compared to intravaginal misoprostol-only for cervical ripening: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

To compare the combination of intracervical Foley catheter and intravaginal misoprostol administration versus intravaginal misoprostol administration-only for cervical ripening. The Medline, EMBASE, ClinicalTrials.gov, PROSPERO, Scopus, and Cochrane Collaboration databases were searched systematically.

Immunogenicity and efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines in people living with HIV: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objectives: Available data show that COVID-19 vaccines may be less effective in people living with HIV (PLWH) who are at increased risk for severe COVID-19. This meta-analysis aimed to compare the immunogenicity and efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines in PLWH with healthy individuals.

Methods: Pubmed/Medline, EMBASE, and the Cochrane Library were searched.

Seroconversion rate after COVID-19 vaccination in patients with solid cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Patients with solid cancer have an increased risk of severe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and associated mortality than the general population. This meta-analysis aimed to investigate the currently available evidence about the efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines in patients with solid cancer. We included prospective studies comparing the immunogenicity and efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines between patients with solid cancer and healthy individuals.

Case Report: Stroke Chameleon: Acute Large Vessel Occlusion in the Posterior Circulation With Paroxysmal Sympathetic Hyperactivity as the First Manifestation.

Paroxysmal sympathetic hyperactivity (PSH) is a neurological emergency mostly secondary to traumatic brain injury (TBI). Acute large vessel occlusion (LVO) in the posterior circulation with PSH as the initial manifestation is uncommon. It may lead to catastrophic consequences for patients if not detected and treated timely.

Effects of Renin-Angiotensin System Inhibitors on Mortality and Disease Severity of COVID-19 Patients: A Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Background: There is controversy over the effects of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) on the prognosis in patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), therefore, we aim to further explore the effect of renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system inhibitors on COVID-19-associated disease severity and mortality.

Methods: We systematically searched PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library databases, medRxiv, and bioRxiv from inception to 6 September 2021. The primary outcome was all-cause mortality.

Case Report: Four Cases of Cortical/Brainstem Encephalitis Positive for Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Immunoglobulin G.

Aim: Despite a significant improvement in the number of studies on myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein (MOG)-immunoglobulin G (IgG)-associated disorder (MOGAD) over the past few years, MOG-IgG-associated cortical/brainstem encephalitis remains a relatively uncommon and less-reported presentation among the MOGAD spectrum. This study aimed to report the clinical course, imaging features, and therapeutic response of MOG-IgG-associated cortical/brainstem encephalitis.

Methods: Data of four patients who suffered from cortical encephalitis with epileptic seizures and/or brainstem encephalitis during the course of the disease were retrospectively collected and analyzed.