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. 2022 May 19;57(1):5–15. doi: 10.1177/10600280221094571

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Figure 1. — Flow diagram for study inclusion.

^aHigh-dose corticosteroids: >10 mg dexamethasone equivalent for more than 3 consecutive days.

^bLow-dose corticosteroid: <10 mg dexamethasone equivalent for more than 3 consecutive days.