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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/cannabis-app-g-table-surveillance-report-2_0.xlsx
May 29, 2025 - Were the Groups Comparable at Baseline on Key Prognostic Factors (e.g., By Restriction or Matching)?
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/fatty-acids-cardiovascular-disease_clinician.pdf
July 01, 2017 - conducted to evaluate
the effect of omega-3 fatty acids (FAs) on cardiovascular
disease (CVD), its risk factors … instances.
�� Few studies compared the dose, formulation, or source
of omega-3 FAs, which are all factors … Effects of omega-3 fatty acids on
cardiovascular risk factors and intermediate markers of cardiovascular
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/pressure-ulcer-treatment_executive.pdf
May 01, 2013 - not limited to: age, race/
ethnicity, body weight, specific medical comorbidities, and
known risk factors … end-stage renal
disease, dementia), many Key Informants suggested that
we include specific known risk factors … ulcers were
reviewed, including but not limited to therapies that
address the underlying contributing factors … ., diabetes, end-stage renal
disease, and dementia), as well as patients with specific
known risk factors … not limited to: age, race/ethnicity, body weight, specific medical comorbidities,
and known risk factors
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/nephropathy-contrast-induced_research-protocol.pdf
October 01, 2013 - an
interventional procedure, are more likely to have pre-existing cardiac, vascular and renal
risk factors … the comparative effectiveness of prevention measures vary by patient
characteristics (known risk factors … How do benefits or harms of contrast media differ by patient characteristics (known
risk factors such … How do benefits or harms of contrast media differ by patient characteristics (known
risk factors such … ● High or moderate risk patients (as defined by clinical or demographic risk
factors such as age
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/methods-guidance-grading-strength_methods.pdf
July 01, 2009 - Generally, we expect three of these
domains—dose-response association, existence of confounding factors … In contrast, several factors may increase strength
9
of evidence and are especially relevant for … based on observational studies starts with a strength of low and can be upgraded based
on several factors … Use one of two levels:
• Present: Confounding factors that would
decrease the observed effect may … be
present
• Absent: Confounding factors that would
decrease the observed effect are not likely
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/pelvic-pain_research-protocol.pdf
February 16, 2011 - We will capture relevant
patient factors as they are presented in the studies that meet our inclusion … We jointly agreed that
our approach to such factors (capturing data when such factors are associated … with outcomes)
is sufficient and that a specific KQ addressing such factors is not necessary. … training, socioeconomic status, health literacy, etc.) and will discuss such factors in the text of … We considered the following factors in choosing this
study size:
Figure 1: Analytic Framework for
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/psoriasis-chronic_executive.pdf
November 01, 2012 - Together, these factors precluded the ability to statistically
pool data. … Important factors in selecting appropriate therapy included
baseline patient characteristics because … Additional
consideration of factors such as convenience of therapy
should be weighed against these … Future research should be designed to determine whether
there are specific disease or patient factors … Clastogenic plasma factors in
psoriasis--comparison of phototherapy and anti-TNF-α treatments.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/child-growth-development-outcomes-protocol-amended.pdf
November 18, 2024 - deficit conditions; as structural
components of cellular and intracellular membranes; and as regulatory factors … energy density.29 The fatty acid composition of human milk does not vary significantly by
demographic factors … Multiple factors identified a priori that are likely to impact
applicability include characteristics … Effects of Nutritional Factors on
Fat Content, Fatty Acid Composition, and Sensorial Properties of Meat … Human milk composition: nutrients and bioactive factors.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/breastfeeding-health-outcomes-disposition-comments.pdf
March 31, 2025 - These factors, such as racial and
economic inequities, access to paid family leave, and the
availability … we would emphasize the need for
future research to mitigate these biases, especially
confounding factors … Sibling design can amplify confounding by factors
not shared by siblings. … Thus,
sibling comparisons will reduce confounding by factors
more shared with other breastfed infants … while
increasing confounding by less-shared factors.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/antiplatelet-treatment_research-protocol.pdf
November 22, 2011 - Do the following factors modify the association between genetic test
results and clinical outcomes? … Patient-level factors (e.g., race or ethnicity, age, sex, disease
severity, or comorbidities)
iii … Test-related factors (e.g., between-assay differences)
iv. … System-level factors (e.g., settings where testing is performed)
Key Question 2
In patient … Test-related factors (e.g., between-assay differences)
iv.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/fecal-incontinence_research-protocol.pdf
November 30, 2014 - Risk
factors for FI include increasing age, female sex, chronic diarrhea, nerve damage (such as from … FI etiologies and other patient factors dictate feasible treatment options.1 For example, the
range … Additional
information on baseline patient factors that could modify treatment effects, such as age, … Fecal
incontinence in US adults: epidemiology and risk
factors. … Yes Yes, most or all known factors were
assessed
No Critical factors are missing
Uncertain
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/integrating-evidence_methods.pdf
February 01, 2015 - What factors make it possible to translate/use prior risk of bias (RoB) assessment? … What factors make it possible to translate/use prior strength of evidence (SOE) grading? … If so, what factors do
you select?
2. … What factors do you use to resolve discrepancies between reviews? … What factors allow you to use a review without modifications?
2.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/grading.ppt
January 01, 2013 - that would decrease the observed effect may be present
Absent: confounding factors that would decrease … Use one of two scores:
Present: confounding factors that would decrease the observed effect may be present … Absent: confounding factors that would decrease the observed effect are not likely to be present. … is large enough that it cannot have occurred solely as a result of bias from potential confounding factors … of two scores: either a strong association or a weak association, perhaps explained by confounding factors
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/carbohydrate-intake-protocol.pdf
April 08, 2024 - , and 10% protein and yields an
energy density of 65–70 kcal/100 milliliters.11
Physiological Factors … e.g., consecutive, use of an inception cohort) and appropriate control for confounding of
relevant factors … Multiple factors identified a priori that are
likely to impact applicability include characteristics … e.g., age, perinatal
stage), clinical characteristics (e.g., diet-related condition), intervention factors … Human milk composition: nutrients and bioactive factors.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/long-covid-protocol.pdf
February 18, 2023 - research priority by the U.S. government.18,19 The risk of long
COVID varies according to a number of factors … including primary care integrated, specialty-based, or standalone clinics, with differences
in the above factors … Factors to inform applicability assessments include the
country/geographic location of the model, clinical … Long covid-mechanisms, risk factors, and management. … Update Alert 11: Epidemiology of and Risk Factors
for Coronavirus Infection in Health Care Workers.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/cer-257-antenatal-care-evidence-summary.pdf
June 01, 2022 - that
compared hybrid visits during COVID-19 with in-person visits pre-pandemic accounted
for other factors … Some of these factors may have reduced risk of poor
outcomes (e.g., increased sleep); others may have … Until there is further evidence
to provide more definitive conclusions, other factors, importantly patient
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/obesity-child_executive.pdf
March 31, 2010 - factors and the complex interactions
among these factors that promote a positive
energy balance. … At present, the way that
these factors contribute to the disparities
in obesity prevalence among population … Nevertheless, a growing body of research suggests that
many factors interact, including individual factors … , home
influences, the school environment, factors in the local
community, and policies implemented … Researchers should report
these contextual factors to help decisionmakers get a better
idea of the
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/c-diff-infections_executive.pdf
December 01, 2011 - • Severe underlying disease, acid suppression, and age are
indicated as risk factors. … A number of other potential factors
may be indicated in single studies. … Risk factors for Clostridium difficile
infection. J Hosp Infect 1998 Sep; 40(1):1–15.
21. … Meta-analysis to
assess risk factors for recurrent Clostridium difficile
infection. … Risk factors for
Clostridium difficile toxin-associated diarrhea.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/nonpharma-treatment-pain_research-protocol-amended.pdf
September 20, 2017 - of
chronic pain as a distinct disease entity.2 This multifaceted disease is influenced by
multiple factors … (e.g., genetic, central nervous system, psychological, and environmental
factors), with complex interactions … Pain is greatly influenced by psychosocial factors,
which may predict who will develop chronic disabling … This
means that consideration of psychological and social factors as well as underlying
biological … Subjective
improvement in patients may result from factors other than a given
procedure, whether that
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/coronary-artery-disease-testing_research-protocol.pdf
January 15, 2015 - In addition, certain risk factors for atherosclerosis (lipid disorders,
diabetes) and plaque development … Counseling
on modifiable lifestyle and risk factors is a part of both therapeutic approaches and may … related to diet, physical
activity, smoking cessation, alcohol use, and management of
psychological factors … b KQ 1–6e: Potential modifiers related to differential efficacy and/or safety include patient factors … heterogeneity using additional variables on methodological or other characteristics
(e.g., quality factors