Publications by authors named "A Kalantari"

Background: In recent years, there has been a notable increase in the number of patients seeking information from online health websites. As the information available on these websites can significantly impact the overall health of individuals in a society, it is vital for online health information to be presented in a manner that is readable and credible to the general public. To address this concern, the objective of the study was to examine and assess the credibility and readability of websites about acupuncture as a pain management approach.

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There is no acquiesced remedy for the treatment of traumatic brain injury (TBI)-associated impairment, especially cognitive decline. The first 24 h after TBI is a golden time for preventing the progress of the impairments. The present study aimed to examine the acute effects of fucoidan on neurological outcomes and memory performance and investigate its potential mechanisms in rats with TBI.

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Didactics are the primary modality in which educators disseminate knowledge. The accompanying slides are a critical element, which can enhance or distract from the corresponding presentation. This Educator's Blueprint provides 10 strategies for creating high-quality presentation slides.

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  • Common variable immunodeficiency (CVID) is a significant disorder characterized by both infectious and noninfectious complications, with 66.4% of patients experiencing noninfectious issues such as enteropathy and autoimmunity.
  • In a study of 387 CVID patients, those with B-cell lymphopenia showed higher rates of certain complications, particularly in the dermatologic, endocrine, and musculoskeletal systems.
  • The study highlights the need for routine monitoring and appropriate treatment strategies, including medication alongside immunoglobulin therapy, to manage complications associated with CVID effectively.
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The human enteric nervous system, ENS, is a large network of glial and neuronal cell types with remarkable neurotransmitter diversity. The ENS controls bowel motility, enzyme secretion, and nutrient absorption and interacts with the immune system and the gut microbiome. Consequently, developmental and acquired defects of the ENS are responsible for many human diseases and may contribute to symptoms of Parkinson's disease.

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