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Level of evidence
| Level | Definition |
|---|---|
| A | Multiple populations are evaluated in multiple randomized clinical trials or meta-analyses. |
| B | Limited populations are evaluated in a single randomized trial or in large non-randomized studies. |
| C | A consensus on the opinion of experts: very limited populations were evaluated in small studies, retrospective studies, or in registries |
