Neurological history both twinned and queried by generative artificial intelligence by Jung-Hyun Lee, Jung-Hyun Lee, Jung-Hyun Lee, Eunhee Choi, Sergio L. Angulo, Sergio L. Angulo, Robert A. McDougal, Robert A. McDougal, Robert A. McDougal, Robert A. McDougal, William W. Lytton, William W. Lytton, William W. Lytton

“…A large language model (LLM) could be utilized as a digital twin which could enhance queryable electronic medical record (EMR) systems and provide healthcare conversational agents (HCAs) to replace waiting-room questionnaires.MethodsIn this observational pilot study, we presented verbatim history of present illness (HPI) narratives from published case reports of headache, stroke, and neurodegenerative diseases. …”
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Social media warfare: investigating human-bot engagement in English, Japanese and German during the Russo-Ukrainian war on Twitter and Reddit by Wentao Xu, Kazutoshi Sasahara, Jianxun Chu, Bin Wang, Wenlu Fan, Zhiwen Hu

“…Existing literature has not adequately addressed how bots and humans interact differently across languages within this geopolitical discourse, nor how these interactions influence the broader narrative. This gap is crucial because understanding these dynamics can reveal how social media is weaponized in modern warfare, influencing public opinion and the course of the conflict. …”
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Mental health interventions for adolescents living with HIV/AIDS in sub-Saharan Africa: protocol for a systematic review by Dorothy Serwaa Boakye, Samuel Adjorlolo, Eugenia Xatse, Vincent Valentine Akorli, Paul Kwame Adjorlolo, Yvonne Yawa Battanis, Abigail Bempomaa Frempong, Lydia Kaki Ocansey, Cecillia Yeboah

“…Study selection and data extraction will be performed by two independent reviewers, with any disagreements resolved by consensus or involving a third party. A narrative synthesis will be conducted, and if possible, meta-analyses will be performed to estimate the overall effect sizes of interventions on mental health outcomes. …”
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Knowledge, attitudes, motivations and expectations regarding antimicrobial use among community members seeking care at the primary healthcare level: a scoping review protocol by Stephen M Campbell, Brian Godman, Eunice Bolanle Turawa, Nishana Ramdas, Johanna C Meyer, Natalie Schellack

“…Anticipated results will provide an overview of the current evidence base, enabling identification of knowledge gaps. A narrative synthesis of findings will summarise key themes and patterns in patients’ knowledge, attitudes, motivations and expectations related to antibiotic use across studies while considering methodological diversity and limitations.Ethics and dissemination Ethics approval is not required for this scoping review. …”
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Tailoring lipid management interventions to reduce inequalities in cardiovascular disease risk management in primary care for deprived communities in Northern England: a mixed-meth... by Julia L Newton, Yu Fu, Sarah Sowden, Paula Whitty, Eugene YH Tang

“…A systematic search and narrative synthesis will be undertaken to identify evidence-based interventions and targeted outcomes in deprived areas. …”
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Mobilising knowledge with nurses practicing during the Covid-19 pandemic: Prioritising strategies for enhancing nurses’ psychological wellbeing in the workplace by E. Rowland, A. Conolly, R. Abrams, R. Harris, J. Maben

“…The film resonated with nurses, uniting them through a collective narrative while biographical objects enriched reflective discussions by focussing on personal lived experiences. …”
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Prevalence, risk factors and management of common mental health disorders in Cameroon: a systematic review by Emmanuel Kah, Che Henry Ngwa, John Njuma Libwea, Marion Keinamma, Frankline Sevidzem Wirsiy, Limkile Mpofu, Tchokokam Patricia, Rejoice Uche Obiora, Danga Aloleko Ines, Ngo Valery Ngo, Egbe Henrieta Oneke, Crayton E Bessong, Ngozi Margaret Oguguah, Eman Sobh

“…The results have been reported based on a narrative synthesis.Results After the screening stages, 32 articles met the inclusion criteria and were included in this study. …”
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Association of leukocyte elastase in semen and seminal plasma with sperm parameters and pregnancy outcomes in male fertility by Mausumi Das, Maha Gumssani, Julia Mullaney, Ralf Henkel, Suks Minhas, Marie Claire Aquilina, Channa N Jayasena

“…Data collected included study details, methods, population, LE levels, sperm characteristics and pregnancy outcomes. A narrative synthesis was used because of differing study designs. …”
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Current Updates on Molecular Diagnostic Assays Used for Detection of <i>Candida auris</i>: A Systematic Review by River Chun-Wai Wong, Alfred Lok-Hang Lee, Ingrid Yu-Ying Cheung, Viola Chi-Ying Chow, Margaret Ip, Christopher Koon-Chi Lai

“…The findings were produced through narrative synthesis, with quantitative analysis conducted where applicable. …”
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Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) infections following intravesical BCG immunotherapy: a systematic review protocol by Roberta Monardo, Sana Arif, Aparna Rege, Erin Simon, Leila Ledbetter, Arthur W. Baker, Jason Stout, Manuela Carugati

“…The methodological quality of studies will be assessed using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool. A narrative synthesis of the extracted data will be provided in line with the guidance from the Centre for Reviews and Dissemination. …”
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Realist review protocol for understanding the real-world barriers and enablers to practitioners implementing self-management support to people living with and beyond cancer by Debi Bhattacharya, Eleni Karapanagiotou, Kumud Kantilal, Wendy Hardeman, Hattie Whiteside, Matthew Small

“…The results will be reported according to the Realist And Meta-narrative Evidence Syntheses: Evolving Standards quality and publication standards.Ethics and dissemination We have received ethical approval through the Research Ethics Committee, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of East Anglia (ref 2 01 819-124). …”
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A systematic review on gut microbiota in type 2 diabetes mellitus by Serena Chong, Serena Chong, Mike Lin, Mike Lin, Deborah Chong, Slade Jensen, Slade Jensen, Slade Jensen, Namson S. Lau, Namson S. Lau, Namson S. Lau

“…The studies were assessed for risk of bias and their findings were reported narratively.Results58 observational studies published between 2010 and 2024 were included. …”
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Non-pharmacological interventions to improve the patient experience of colonoscopy under moderate or no sedation: a systematic review protocol by Nancy N Baxter, Jill Tinmouth, Diego Llovet, Teruko Kishibe, Colin Sue-Chue-Lam, Matthew Castelo

“…Where multiple studies evaluate a single intervention, evidence will be quantitatively synthesised using pairwise meta-analysis, otherwise narrative syntheses will be undertaken.Ethics and dissemination This is a review of existing literature not requiring ethics approval. …”
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Knowledge of Accredited Social Health Activists in India: a systematic review and meta analysis of evidence drawn from primary studies published between 2005 and 2022 by Shambhavi Singh, Bhaskar Tiwary, Manish Barik, Hemlata Arora, Sruthi Susan Abraham, Piyusha Majumdar, Daliya Sebastian, Svea Closser

“…Of the 1062 articles identified, 37 articles were selected for narrative synthesis and meta-analysis which focused on knowledge of ASHAs. …”
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Assessing the effectiveness and the feasibility of a group-based treatment for self-stigma in people with mental disorders in routine mental health services in North-East Italy: st... by Antonio Lasalvia, Luca Bodini, Doriana Cristofalo, Veronica Fin, Philip T. Yanos, Chiara Bonetto

“…This internalization can significantly impact various aspects of life, including treatment engagement, personal relationships, and overall well-being. Narrative Enhancement and Cognitive Therapy (NECT) was developed in the United States to counteract self-stigma and has been supported by multiple randomized controlled trials. …”
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Clinical Features and Genetic Characteristics of XLID Patients With KDM5C Gene Mutations: Insights on Phenotype–Genotype Correlations From 175 Previous Cases and Identification of... by Mohammad‐Reza Ghasemi, Zahra Esmaeilizadeh, Sahand Tehrani Fateh, Hossein Sadeghi, Saman Bagheri, Farzad Hashemi‐Gorji, Morteza Sheikhi Nooshabadi, Rasoul Madannezhad, Toktam Sadat Tavabe Ghavami, Reza Mirfakhraie, Mohammad Miryounesi

“…This study also conducted a narrative review of the literature to identify key clinical and genetic characteristics of XLID caused by mutations in the KDM5C gene. …”
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Diagnostic accuracy of 18F Prostate Specific Membrane Antigen (PSMA) PET-CT radiotracers in staging and restaging of high-risk prostate cancer patients and patients with biochemica... by Susan Ahern, Kieran A. Walsh, Lydia O'Sullivan, Andrew Dullea, Máirín Ryan, Kirsty O'Brien, Patricia Harrington, Susan M. Smith, Marie Carrigan, Maeve McGarry

“…Quality appraisal will be performed using the Risk of Bias in Systematic Reviews (ROBIS) tool independently by two reviewers, and results will be narratively synthesised. Conclusions This overview of reviews may be of interest to healthcare professionals, academics and health policy decision-makers. …”
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International perspective on healthcare provider gender bias in musculoskeletal pain management: a scoping review protocol by Katherine Fisher Wilford, Maria Jesus Mena-Iturriaga, Margaret Vugrin, Macarena Wainer, Phillip S Sizer, Gesine Hendrijke Seeber

“…Results will be descriptively mapped, and the frequency of concepts, population, characteristics and other details will be narratively reported. Additionally, results will be presented in tabular and graphical form.Ethics and dissemination As this study will neither involve human subject participation nor utilisation of protected data, ethical approval is not required. …”
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“I Desire to Have an HIV‐Free Baby”: Pregnant and Breastfeeding Mothers’ Perceptions of Viral Load Testing and Suppression in HIV Care in Southwestern Uganda. by Kabami, Jane, Akatukwasa, Cecilia, Kabageni, Stella, Nangendo, Joanita, Byamukama, Ambrose, Atwiine, Fredrick, Mftumukiza, Valence, Tamu, Munezero John Bosco, Arinaitwe, Elizabeth, Mutabazi, Andrew, Ssebutinde, Peter, Musoke, Phillipa, Kamya, Moses R., Katahoire, Anne R.

“…The level of engagement with providers was presented as a key attribute of attaining viral suppression. The participants narrated their experiences with viral load testing within the routine services. …”
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The role of financial technology and entrepreneurial finance practices in funding small and medium-sized enterprises by Piotr Łasak

“…METHODOLOGY: This study employs a theoretical approach based on a narrative literature review. The primary attention is focused on applying financial technology as a stimulant for the finance of SMEs in developing countries. …”
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