Pooled analysis of the effect of group medical visits on clinical outcomes reported in randomized controlled trials
| Outcome | No. of trials | Weighted mean difference (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|
| HbA1c | 10 | −0.46 (−0.80 to −0.13) |
| Systolic BP | 5 | −2.81 (−6.84 to 1.21) |
| Diastolic BP | 4 | −1.02 (−2.71 to 0.67) |
| Total cholesterol | 3 | 0.04 (−0.21 to 0.30) |
| HDL cholesterol | 3 | 0.01 (−0.07 to 0.10) |
| Triglycerides | 3 | −0.01 (−0.41 to 0.38) |
| Weight | 3 | −0.50 (−3.87 to 2.88) |
| BMI | 4 | 0.05 (−0.90 to 1.00) |
Note: BMI = body mass index, BP = blood pressure, CI = confidence interval, HDL = high-density lipoprotein.