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. 2020 Sep 29;2020(9):CD007239. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD007239.pub4

Comparison 4. Topical treatments versus breastfeeding advice.

Outcome or subgroup title No. of studies No. of participants Statistical method Effect size
4.1 Incidence of mastitis within 6 months postpartum 1   Risk Ratio (M‐H, Fixed, 95% CI) Subtotals only
4.1.1 Fusidic acid ointment versus breastfeeding advice 1 40 Risk Ratio (M‐H, Fixed, 95% CI) 0.77 [0.27, 2.22]
4.1.2 Mupirocin ointment versus breastfeeding advice 1 48 Risk Ratio (M‐H, Fixed, 95% CI) 0.39 [0.12, 1.35]