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View article: The Struggle to Belong for Underrepresented Medical Students: A Narrative Review
The Struggle to Belong for Underrepresented Medical Students: A Narrative Review Open
Introduction: The concept of belonging (i.e., the feeling of connectedness with the people and environment around you) may, at first glance, seem straightforward and aspirational. However, there is a dark side to belonging when it becomes …
View article: Purpose-Driven Design: A Case Report of a Knowledge Mobilization Portal
Purpose-Driven Design: A Case Report of a Knowledge Mobilization Portal Open
Background & Need for Innovation: Synthesizing academic literature is a foundational skill in health professions education (HPE), enabling evidence-informed decision-making and continuous improvement. However, privileging one review type a…
View article: Development and validation of LGBTQIA+ search filters: Report on process and pilot filter for queer women
Development and validation of LGBTQIA+ search filters: Report on process and pilot filter for queer women Open
Introduction: A search filter for studies involving lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, and additional sexual minority and gender identities (LGBTQIA+) populations has been developed and validated; however, the f…
View article: Exploring librarians’ practices when teaching advanced searching for knowledge synthesis: results from an online survey
Exploring librarians’ practices when teaching advanced searching for knowledge synthesis: results from an online survey Open
Objective: There is little research available regarding the instructional practices of librarians who support students completing knowledge synthesis projects. This study addresses this research gap by identifying the topics taught, approa…
View article: Understanding the Differences That Differentiate: A Model for Deciding Which Literature Review to Conduct
Understanding the Differences That Differentiate: A Model for Deciding Which Literature Review to Conduct Open
Literature reviews can offer a variety of insights into the wide range of topics in the health professions education literature. By synthesizing a body of literature, reviews can enable researchers to become oriented to the breadth of know…
View article: Teaching Knowledge Synthesis Methods through Online Research Consultations
Teaching Knowledge Synthesis Methods through Online Research Consultations Open
Requests to meet with academic librarians for support on knowledge synthesis (KS) projects have escalated due to an increasing number of learners embarking on KS projects as part of their course work, along with the recommendation in KS me…
View article: Percutaneous nephrolithotomy versus retrograde intrarenal surgery for treatment of renal stones in adults
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy versus retrograde intrarenal surgery for treatment of renal stones in adults Open
Based on a large body of evidence from 42 trials, we found that PCNL compared with RIRS may improve stone-free rates and may reduce the need for secondary interventions, but probably has little or no effect on major complications. PCNL com…
View article: Percutaneous nephrolithotomy vs retrograde intrarenal surgery for renal stones: a Cochrane Review
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy vs retrograde intrarenal surgery for renal stones: a Cochrane Review Open
Objectives To assess the effects of percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) vs retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) for the treatment of renal stones in adults. Methods We performed a comprehensive search of the Cochrane Library, MEDLINE, Emba…
View article: LGBTQ+ health research guides: a multi-institutional analysis of usage patterns and user information needs
LGBTQ+ health research guides: a multi-institutional analysis of usage patterns and user information needs Open
Objective: LGBTQ+ health research guides can strengthen the LGBTQ+ community through connecting people to quality health services and information, and previous studies have recommended that health sciences libraries create and maintain the…
View article: Post‐operative complications following equine castration: A prospective clinical audit
Post‐operative complications following equine castration: A prospective clinical audit Open
were included.Pre-operative, surgical and post-operative management details were retrieved from hospital records.Follow-up information was obtained by structured client telephone interview.Results: Nineteen cases were identified: 18 Arabia…
View article: Long‐term outcome after removal of an enterolith from the large or small colon
Long‐term outcome after removal of an enterolith from the large or small colon Open
included.A left flank laparotomy approach was performed under a standing sedation protocol in combination with local analgesia infiltration.Clinical presentation, surgical findings, complications and survival outcomes were recorded and ana…
View article: Questions of Well-Being and Inclusion in Online Undergraduate Medical Education During COVID-19: A 2-Phased Focused Scoping Review
Questions of Well-Being and Inclusion in Online Undergraduate Medical Education During COVID-19: A 2-Phased Focused Scoping Review Open
Purpose Undergraduate medical education (UGME) was transformed by the rapid move to online curriculum delivery during the COVID-19 pandemic. Most research on online UGME has focused on measuring its effectiveness. However, medical educator…
View article: Timing of neonatal mortality and severe morbidity during the postnatal period: a systematic review
Timing of neonatal mortality and severe morbidity during the postnatal period: a systematic review Open
Objective: The objective of this review was to determine the timing of overall and cause-specific neonatal mortality and severe morbidity during the postnatal period (1-28 days). Introduction: Despite significant focus on improving neonata…
View article: Timing of maternal mortality and severe morbidity during the postpartum period: a systematic review
Timing of maternal mortality and severe morbidity during the postpartum period: a systematic review Open
Objective: The objective of this review was to determine the timing of overall and cause-specific maternal mortality and severe morbidity during the postpartum period. Introduction: Many women continue to die or experience adverse health o…
View article: Literature Reviews: Key Considerations and Tips From Knowledge Synthesis Librarians
Literature Reviews: Key Considerations and Tips From Knowledge Synthesis Librarians Open
Graduate medical education (GME) educators and researchers are often on the hunt for rigorous literature reviews. Reviews summarizing evidence can inform practice and serve as examples to inspire faculty and trainee research projects. Whil…
View article: Introduction to the JGME Literature Review Series
Introduction to the JGME Literature Review Series Open
Graduate medical education (GME) is a rich and diverse field; our scholarly questions reflect that diversity. Imagine a program director during COVID-19 restrictions who wants to learn more about virtual residency selection practices. Imag…
View article: S38 Evaluation of mycobacterium tuberculosis-specific IFN-g, TNF-a, CXCL10, IL2, CCL2, CCL7 and CCL4 levels for active tuberculosis diagnosis
S38 Evaluation of mycobacterium tuberculosis-specific IFN-g, TNF-a, CXCL10, IL2, CCL2, CCL7 and CCL4 levels for active tuberculosis diagnosis Open
Background Novel diagnostic tests for active tuberculosis (ATB) are urgently needed. We aimed to efficiently and robustly assess whether seven previously identified, promising biomarkers (IFN-g, TNF-a, CXCL10, IL2, CCL2, CCL7 and CCL4) cou…
View article: Presentation and aetiology of paediatric trigger finger: a systematic review
Presentation and aetiology of paediatric trigger finger: a systematic review Open
Paediatric trigger finger is a rare condition distinct from paediatric trigger thumb and adult trigger digits. We performed a systematic review of paediatric trigger finger presentation and aetiology in order to guide workup and management…
View article: Organizational Interventions to Support Second Victims in Acute Care Settings: A Scoping Study
Organizational Interventions to Support Second Victims in Acute Care Settings: A Scoping Study Open
Objectives Health care providers that experience harm after adverse events have been termed “second victims.” Our objective was to characterize the range and context of interventions to support second victims in acute care settings. Method…
View article: Health Researchers’ Use of Social Media: Scoping Review
Health Researchers’ Use of Social Media: Scoping Review Open
Background Health researchers are increasingly using social media in a professional capacity, and the applications of social media for health researchers are vast. However, there is currently no published evidence synthesis of the ways in …
View article: Percutaneous nephrolithotomy versus retrograde intrarenal surgery for treatment of renal stones in adults
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy versus retrograde intrarenal surgery for treatment of renal stones in adults Open
This is a protocol for a Cochrane Review (Intervention). The objectives are as follows: To assess the effects of percutaneous nephrolithotomy versus retrograde intrarenal surgery for treatment of renal stones in adults.
View article: CJN volume 46 issue 5 Cover and Front matter
CJN volume 46 issue 5 Cover and Front matter Open
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View article: Imaging Improves Efficacy of Vertebroplasty – A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Imaging Improves Efficacy of Vertebroplasty – A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Background: Clinical trials with percutaneous vertebral augmentation (PVA) for intractable pain from vertebral compression fractures (VCF) have shown variable results. Variation in the outcomes may be related to poor patient selection on i…
View article: Supplemental perioperative intravenous crystalloids for postoperative nausea and vomiting
Supplemental perioperative intravenous crystalloids for postoperative nausea and vomiting Open
Background Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) is a common complication following general anaesthesia. It may be associated with patient dissatisfaction, increased costs of treatment, and unintended admission to hospital. Supplemental…
View article: Intersectionality and sex and gender-based analyses as promising approaches in addressing intimate partner violence treatment programs among LGBT couples: A scoping review
Intersectionality and sex and gender-based analyses as promising approaches in addressing intimate partner violence treatment programs among LGBT couples: A scoping review Open
Although Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is an important health and social issue, less is known about IPV among sexual orientation and gender-minoritized (SOGI) populations such as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) couples. IPV…
View article: Environmental scan and evaluation of best practices for online systematic review resources
Environmental scan and evaluation of best practices for online systematic review resources Open
Objective: Online training for systematic review methodology is an attractive option due to flexibility and limited availability of in-person instruction. Librarians often direct new reviewers to these online resources, so they should be k…
View article: Protocol: a systematic review of studies developing and/or evaluating search strategies to identify prognosis studies
Protocol: a systematic review of studies developing and/or evaluating search strategies to identify prognosis studies Open
This systematic review will identify all existing validated prognosis search filters and synthesise evidence about their applicability and performance. These findings will identify if current filters provide a proficient means of searching…
View article: How best to structure interdisciplinary primary care teams: the study protocol for a systematic review with narrative framework synthesis
How best to structure interdisciplinary primary care teams: the study protocol for a systematic review with narrative framework synthesis Open
PROSPERO CRD42016041884.