Garlic: effects on cardiovascular risks and disease, protective effects against cancer, and clinical adverse effects.
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Study selection Study designs of evaluations included in the review Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) or systematic reviews of RCTs of more than 4 weeks' duration were included for questions about cardiovascular disease. Cohort or case-control studies with more than 50 participants, or RCTs were included for questions about cancer. Case reports, case series, cohort or surveillance studies, or RCTs were included for questions about adverse effects. Studies only reported in an abstract format were not included in the review.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Evidence report/technology assessment
دوره 20 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2000