Clinical efficacy of different methods for treatment of granulomatous lobular mastitis: A systematic review and network meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This network meta-analysis aims to evaluate the recurrence rates of various treatment options for granulomatous lobular mastitis.

Methods

We systematically searched and identified eligible studies in PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science databases until September 30, 2023. Original studies reporting the recurrence rates of various treatments were included. Subsequently, literature screening, data extraction, and network meta-analysis were conducted. This study was registered with PROSPERO (registration number CRD 42023434773).

Results

Nineteen articles involving 1,095 patients were included in this study. The network meta-analysis revealed that several treatment combinations reduced the recurrence rate compared to observation: Surgery + Local

SUBMITTER: Zhou Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11790104 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature