Comparison 11. Oil‐based versus non‐oil‐based active treatments.
Outcome or subgroup title | No. of studies | No. of participants | Statistical method | Effect size |
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1 Proportion of patients (ears) with complete clearance | 4 | 225 | Risk Ratio (M‐H, Fixed, 95% CI) | 0.85 [0.48, 1.49] |
2 Adverse effects: discomfort, irritation or pain | 1 | 106 | Risk Ratio (M‐H, Fixed, 95% CI) | 1.15 [0.95, 1.41] |