International pellet watch; origins and monitoring of oil markers in surface sediments and plastic resin pellets in southern Caspian Sea, Iran.

Oil pollution in marine environments, particularly along the southern coasts of the Caspian Sea, has become a serious issue due to anthropogenic activities such as shipping, tourism, fishing, and urban development. This study aimed to assess the concentration and origin of PAHs, n-alkanes, hopanes, and steranes in sediment samples (coastal area and coastal line) and resin pellets collected from 30 stations along the southern shores of the Caspian Sea (Golestan, Mazandaran, and Gilan provinces). The results showed that PAHs concentrationranged from 530.

The economic burden of breast cancer in western Iran: a cross-sectional cost-of-illness study.

Background: Breast cancer is a significant global health challenge, affecting millions annually and imposing a considerable burden on healthcare systems and economies worldwide. This cross-sectional study aims to determine the economic impact of breast cancer in Lorestan Province, western Iran.

Methods: A retrospective cost-of-illness analysis utilizing a cross-sectional design was performed from November 2023 to July 2024.

Assessing the development of health technology assessment in Iran: a policy analysis using Kingdon's Multiple streams framework: a qualitative study.

Background: Health Technology Assessment (HTA) is crucial for optimizing healthcare investments and improving system efficiency. In Iran, the rising costs of healthcare technologies and systemic inefficiencies have highlighted the need for a structured HTA framework. However, despite academic discussions, HTA has not yet been fully integrated into formal health policy.

The Role of Anticoagulation Regimen on Flap Outcome in Microvascular Head and Neck Reconstruction.

Background: Thrombus formation following flap reconstruction reduces perfusion and can lead to flap compromise. Effective anticoagulation protocols are essential to prevent this complication.

Purpose: The study's purpose was to measure and compare flap compromise associated with 3 different anticoagulation protocols.

Health literacy and its relationship with mental health and quality of life in freshmen students.

Introduction: Health literacy is an effective indicator of people's health level. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate health literacy and its relationship with mental health and quality of life in first-year medical sciences students.

Methods And Materials: The cross-sectional study was conducted on freshmen- students of Babol University of Medical Sciences, Iran.