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    April 2025
  1. GOTTLIEB M, Carlson JN, Westrick J, Peksa GD, et al
    Endovascular thrombectomy with versus without intravenous thrombolysis for acute ischaemic stroke.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;4:CD015721.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  2. AGARWAL S, Chin WY, Vasudevan L, Henschke N, et al
    Digital tracking, provider decision support systems, and targeted client communication via mobile devices to improve primary health care.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;4:CD012925.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  3. MOU H, Chien WT, Cheng HY, Lo SHS, et al
    Motivational interviewing for improving functional and psychosocial outcomes among stroke survivors.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;4:CD016110.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    March 2025
  4. GNJIDIC D, Langford AV, Jordan V, Sawan M, et al
    Withdrawal of antihypertensive drugs in older people.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;3:CD012572.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  5. STRAUSS SA, Ma GW, Seo C, Siracuse JJ, et al
    Ultrasound-guided versus anatomic landmark-guided percutaneous femoral artery access.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;3:CD014594.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  6. FAN L, Xu J, Wang T, Yang K, et al
    Sulfonylurea drugs for people with severe hemispheric ischemic stroke.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;3:CD014802.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  7. KING E, Horn D, Gluchowski N, O'Reilly D, et al
    Safety and efficacy of proton pump inhibitors in preterm infants with gastroesophageal reflux disease.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;3:CD015127.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  8. VARELA LB, Diaz Menai S, Escobar Liquitay CM, Burgos MA, et al
    Blood pressure management in reperfused ischemic stroke.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;3:CD016085.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    February 2025
  9. WANG GM, Li LJ, Fan L, Xu M, et al
    Renin inhibitors versus angiotensin receptor blockers for primary hypertension.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;2:CD012570.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  10. AL SAID S, Kaier K, Nury E, Alsaid D, et al
    Non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants (NOACs) after transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR): a network meta-analysis.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;2:CD013745.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  11. FLUMIGNAN RL, Nakano LC, Flumignan CD, Baptista-Silva JC, et al
    Angioplasty or stenting for deep venous thrombosis.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;2:CD011468.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  12. NATALE P, Green SC, Tunnicliffe DJ, Pellegrino G, et al
    Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists for people with chronic kidney disease and diabetes.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;2:CD015849.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  13. TODHUNTER-BROWN A, Sellers CE, Baer GD, Choo PL, et al
    Physical rehabilitation approaches for the recovery of function and mobility following stroke.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;2:CD001920.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  14. MARTI-CARVAJAL AJ, Gemmato-Valecillos MA, Monge Martin D, De Sanctis JB, et al
    Colchicine for the primary prevention of cardiovascular events.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;2:CD015003.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    January 2025
  15. CHEN B, Phan M, Pasupuleti V, Roman YM, et al
    Interrupted versus uninterrupted anticoagulation for cardiac rhythm management device insertion.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;1:CD013816.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  16. SALAZAR CA, Basilio Flores JE, Malaga G, Malasquez GN, et al
    Direct factor Xa inhibitors versus low molecular weight heparins or vitamin K antagonists for prevention of venous thromboembolism in elective primary hip or knee replacement or hip fracture repair.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;1:CD011762.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  17. BADER ER, Allam MM, Harris TG, Suchdev N, et al
    Thrombolysis for aneurysmal subarachnoid haemorrhage.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;1:CD013748.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  18. ZHANG X, Ng TKY, Yang Y, Sit BHM, et al
    Early versus delayed anticoagulation treatment for people with non-valvular atrial fibrillation-related acute ischaemic stroke.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;1:CD016045.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  19. LOURIJSEN E, Avdeeva K, Gan KL, Fokkens W, et al
    Oral and intranasal aspirin desensitisation for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)-exacerbated respiratory disease.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025;1:CD013476.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    December 2024
  20. FALK JM, Froentjes L, Kirkwood JE, Heran BS, et al
    Higher blood pressure targets for hypertension in older adults.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;12:CD011575.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  21. KOLKAILAH AA, Abdelghaffar B, Elshafeey F, Magdy R, et al
    Standard- versus extended-duration anticoagulation for primary venous thromboembolism prophylaxis in acutely ill medical patients.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;12:CD014541.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    November 2024
  22. GAYATRI D, Tongers J, Efremov L, Mikolajczyk R, et al
    Prophylactic use of inotropic agents for the prevention of low cardiac output syndrome and mortality in adults undergoing cardiac surgery.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;11:CD013781.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    October 2024
  23. MOHAMMADY M, Brown T, Radmehr M, Shamsoddin E, et al
    Omega-3 fatty acids for intermittent claudication.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;10:CD003833.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    September 2024
  24. MOHAMMED MEERAN RA, Durairaj V, Sekaran P, Farmer SE, et al
    Assistive technologies, including orthotic devices, for the management of contractures in adults after a stroke.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;9:CD010779.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  25. NISHIWAKI H, Abe Y, Suzuki T, Hasegawa T, et al
    Erythropoiesis-stimulating agents for preventing acute kidney injury.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;9:CD014820.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  26. MARTI-CARVAJAL AJ, Gemmato-Valecillos MA, Monge Martin D, Dayer M, et al
    Interleukin-receptor antagonist and tumour necrosis factor inhibitors for the primary and secondary prevention of atherosclerotic cardiovascular diseases.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;9:CD014741.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  27. BUCKLEY BJ, Long L, Risom SS, Lane DA, et al
    Exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation for adults with atrial fibrillation.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;9:CD011197.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    August 2024
  28. SAKAI K, Niimi M, Momosaki R, Hoshino E, et al
    Nutritional therapy for reducing disability and improving activities of daily living in people after stroke.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;8:CD014852.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  29. WONG B, Ryan C, Fagbamigbe A, Bray JJ, et al
    Alcohol consumption and heart failure: a dose-response meta-analysis.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;8:CD015398.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    July 2024
  30. NATALE P, Mooi PK, Palmer SC, Cross NB, et al
    Antihypertensive treatment for kidney transplant recipients.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;7:CD003598.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  31. FERGUSON C, Shaikh F, Allida SM, Hendriks J, et al
    Clinical service organisation for adults with atrial fibrillation.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;7:CD013408.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  32. MARQUES ANTUNES M, Nunes-Ferreira A, Duarte GS, Gouveia E Melo R, et al
    Preoperative statin therapy for adults undergoing cardiac surgery.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;7:CD008493.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  33. WANG T, Sun X, Wang X, Feng Y, et al
    Carotid revascularisation versus medical treatment for asymptomatic carotid artery stenosis.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;7:CD015499.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    June 2024
  34. ETHIER I, Hayat A, Pei J, Hawley CM, et al
    Peritoneal dialysis versus haemodialysis for people commencing dialysis.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;6:CD013800.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  35. SEELHAMMER T, Ninan J, Nei S, Nabzdyk CG, et al
    Anticoagulation during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;6:CD015685.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  36. KUKENDRARAJAH K, Ahmad M, Carrington M, Ioannou A, et al
    External electrical and pharmacological cardioversion for atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter or atrial tachycardias: a network meta-analysis.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;6:CD013255.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    May 2024
  37. NATALE P, Tunnicliffe DJ, Toyama T, Palmer SC, et al
    Sodium-glucose co-transporter protein 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors for people with chronic kidney disease and diabetes.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;5:CD015588.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  38. CORMICK G, Ciapponi A, Harbron J, Perez SM, et al
    Calcium supplementation for people with overweight or obesity.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;5:CD012268.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    April 2024
  39. CHEETHAM MS, Ethier I, Krishnasamy R, Cho Y, et al
    Home versus in-centre haemodialysis for people with kidney failure.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;4:CD009535.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    March 2024
  40. REDFERN J, Tu Q, Hyun K, Hollings MA, et al
    Mobile phone text messaging for medication adherence in secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;3:CD011851.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  41. EDGAR K, Iliffe S, Doll HA, Clarke MJ, et al
    Admission avoidance hospital at home.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;3:CD007491.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    February 2024
  42. FONSECA AV, Toledo Barros MG, Baptista-Silva JC, Amorim JE, et al
    Interventions for thrombosed haemodialysis arteriovenous fistulas and grafts.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;2:CD013293.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  43. WU C, Zhao P, Xu P, Wan C, et al
    Evening versus morning dosing regimen drug therapy for hypertension.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;2:CD004184.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  44. ELFGHI M, Dunne D, Jones J, Gibson I, et al
    Mobile health technologies to improve walking distance in people with intermittent claudication.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;2:CD014717.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    January 2024
  45. STACEY D, Lewis KB, Smith M, Carley M, et al
    Decision aids for people facing health treatment or screening decisions.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;1:CD001431.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  46. GIBBS VN, Champaneria R, Sandercock J, Welton NJ, et al
    Pharmacological interventions for the prevention of bleeding in people undergoing elective hip or knee surgery: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;1:CD013295.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  47. NATALE P, Palmer SC, Ruospo M, Longmuir H, et al
    Anticoagulation for people receiving long-term haemodialysis.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;1:CD011858.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    November 2023
  48. TUNNICLIFFE DJ, Palmer SC, Cashmore BA, Saglimbene VM, et al
    HMG CoA reductase inhibitors (statins) for people with chronic kidney disease not requiring dialysis.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;11:CD007784.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  49. BRUSCHETTINI M, Badura A, Romantsik O
    Stem cell-based interventions for the treatment of stroke in newborn infants.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;11:CD015582.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  50. GOTTLIEB M, Peksa GD, Carlson JN
    Head impulse, nystagmus, and test of skew examination for diagnosing central causes of acute vestibular syndrome.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;11:CD015089.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    October 2023
  51. EILERTSEN H, Menon CS, Law ZK, Chen C, et al
    Haemostatic therapies for stroke due to acute, spontaneous intracerebral haemorrhage.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;10:CD005951.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  52. ZIGANSHINA LE, Abakumova T, Nurkhametova D, Ivanchenko K, et al
    Cerebrolysin for acute ischaemic stroke.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;10:CD007026.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    September 2023
  53. AGGARWAL A, Adie S, Harris IA, Naylor J, et al
    Cryotherapy following total knee replacement.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;9:CD007911.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  54. KLITGAARD TL, Schjorring OL, Nielsen FM, Meyhoff CS, et al
    Higher versus lower fractions of inspired oxygen or targets of arterial oxygenation for adults admitted to the intensive care unit.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;9:CD012631.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  55. LLOYD TD, Geneen LJ, Bernhardt K, McClune W, et al
    Cell salvage for minimising perioperative allogeneic blood transfusion in adults undergoing elective surgery.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;9:CD001888.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    August 2023
  56. SANTOS BC, Flumignan RL, Civile VT, Atallah AN, et al
    Prophylactic anticoagulants for non-hospitalised people with COVID-19.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;8:CD015102.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  57. LYNCH EA, Bulto LN, Cheng H, Craig L, et al
    Interventions for the uptake of evidence-based recommendations in acute stroke settings.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;8:CD012520.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  58. SULISTYO A, Abrahao A, Freitas ME, Ritsma B, et al
    Enteral tube feeding for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis/motor neuron disease.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;8:CD004030.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  59. CLEZAR CN, Flumignan CD, Cassola N, Nakano LC, et al
    Pharmacological interventions for asymptomatic carotid stenosis.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;8:CD013573.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    July 2023
  60. FISCHER AL, Messer S, Riera R, Martimbianco ALC, et al
    Antiplatelet agents for the treatment of adults with COVID-19.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;7:CD015078.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  61. COOPER TE, Teng C, Tunnicliffe DJ, Cashmore BA, et al
    Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers for adults with early (stage 1 to 3) non-diabetic chronic kidney disease.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;7:CD007751.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  62. REINHART M, Puil L, Salzwedel DM, Wright JM, et al
    First-line diuretics versus other classes of antihypertensive drugs for hypertension.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;7:CD008161.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  63. ALLIDA SM, Hsieh CF, Cox KL, Patel K, et al
    Pharmacological, non-invasive brain stimulation and psychological interventions, and their combination, for treating depression after stroke.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;7:CD003437.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    June 2023
  64. GIBBS VN, Champaneria R, Geneen LJ, Raval P, et al
    Pharmacological interventions for the prevention of bleeding in people undergoing definitive fixation or joint replacement for hip, pelvic and long bone fractures.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;6:CD013499.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    May 2023
  65. BAI X, Zhang X, Gong H, Wang T, et al
    Different types of percutaneous endovascular interventions for acute ischemic stroke.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;5:CD014676.
    PubMed     Abstract available


    March 2023
  66. BORT-MARTI AR, Rowe FJ, Ruiz Sifre L, Ng SM, et al
    Botulinum toxin for the treatment of strabismus.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;3:CD006499.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  67. WORETA FA, Lindsley KB, Gharaibeh A, Ng SM, et al
    Medical interventions for traumatic hyphema.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;3:CD005431.
    PubMed     Abstract available


  68. THIJS L, Voets E, Denissen S, Mehrholz J, et al
    Trunk training following stroke.
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;3:CD013712.
    PubMed     Abstract available


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