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This review aimed to systematically examine outcome selection, measurement, and reporting in these studies to inform the development of a core outcome set (COS).<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A systematic search was conducted to identify randomized controlled trials evaluating TCM interventions for acute pharyngitis. Data on study characteristics, outcome domains, specific outcomes, measurement instruments, and assessment time points were extracted. Outcomes were categorized using an established outcome taxonomy, and a narrative synthesis was performed to evaluate patterns of outcome reporting.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A total of 182 studies were included. Six broad outcome domains comprising 817 individual outcomes were identified. Substantial heterogeneity was observed in outcome selection, definitions, and measurement approaches, with most outcomes reported in only a small proportion of studies. Symptom- and sign-based outcomes were universally reported, whereas domains such as quality of life, economic evaluation, and long-term prognosis were rarely addressed. Standardized patient-reported measures and validated instruments were infrequently used. In addition, outcome reporting was often limited to short-term clinical effects, with minimal integration of safety, patient-centered, or health system\u2013level outcomes.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Substantial heterogeneity in outcome reporting across TCM trials for acute pharyngitis hinders cross-study comparison and evidence synthesis. 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