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. 2021 Feb 24;12(1):7–19. doi: 10.14740/wjon1349

Table 6. Grades of Recommendation [91].

Grades Recommendation
A Strong evidence for efficacy with a substantial clinical benefit, strongly recommended.
B Strong or moderate evidence for efficacy but with a limited clinical benefit, generally recommended.
C Insufficient evidence for efficacy or benefit does not outweigh the risks or disadvantages (adverse events, costs), optional.
D Moderate evidence against efficacy or for adverse outcome, generally not recommended.
E Strong evidence against efficacy or for adverse outcome, never recommended.