Publications by authors named "Amir Ziaee"

Background: Inflammation plays a significant role in the development and progression of type 2 diabetes (T2D). Empagliflozin, an SGLT2 inhibitor, has shown some anti-inflammatory effects in patients with T2D. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of empagliflozin on some inflammatory markers in T2D.

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Background And Aims: One of the most common hemoglobinopathies globally related to blood transfusion and iron overload in the body is thalassemia syndrome. Increasing ferritin levels can cause severe damage to the patient's body organs. This study aims to evaluate the complications of iron overload on vital body organs in patients with transfusion-dependent beta-thalassemia.

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Cushing's syndrome is a condition leading to overproducing of cortisol by the adrenal glands. If the pituitary gland overproduces cortisol, it is called Cushing's disease. Cushing's syndrome and even Cushing's disease during and after pregnancy are rare events.

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  • COVID-19 can cause a range of symptoms, from common respiratory issues to rare complications, and reporting these unusual cases helps improve our understanding of the disease.
  • An 18-year-old boy experienced chest pain and severe low blood pressure after a COVID-19 infection, ultimately being diagnosed with primary adrenal insufficiency and myocarditis linked to the virus.
  • Adrenal insufficiency poses serious health risks due to its impact on blood flow and electrolyte balance, and the addition of COVID-19 related myocarditis complicates the patient's condition even further.
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Introduction: Diabetes is one of the most common diseases in the world that is accompanied with many microvascular complications. Any chronic disease such as diabetes can cause types of mood disorders such as depression in patients. The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of depression in type 2 diabetics with microvascular complications.

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In the present study, electrospun nanofiber membranes (ENMs) of polyacrylonitrile (PAN) were modified by dispersing α-FeO nanoparticles, synthesized using a thermal solvent process, in a PAN solution. The morphology and physiochemical properties of the prepared ENMs and the α-FeO were characterized using FESEM, EDX, BET, XRD, FTIR, porosity, and contact angle measurement. XPS was used to investigate the interaction of ENM with arsenate (As(V)) during the adsorption.

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Multinodular goiter (MNG) is regarded as one of the most common causes of hyperthyroidism, particularly in areas of mild-to-moderate iodine deficiency. The present study aims to explore the effects of the radioactive iodine (RAI) therapy on benign non-toxic MNG and evaluate its side effects. Patients with benign non-toxic MNG entered the study.

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Background: Prediabetes is a condition that occurs when blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be classified as diabetes. Prediabetic people have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Moreover Hyperglycemia has multiple effects on the hematological parameters.

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Objective: All the aforementioned data have stimulated interest in studying other potential therapies for T1DM including noninsulin pharmacological therapies. The present study attempts to investigate the effect of adjunctive therapy with metformin and acarbose in patients with Type-1 diabetes mellitus.

Method: In a single-center, placebo-controlled study (IRCT201102165844N1) we compared the results of two clinical trials conducted in two different time periods on 40 patients with Type-1 diabetes mellitus.

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Unlabelled: More than 81% of the studied women had a poor knowledge of different aspects of osteoporosis and its complications, suggesting that more educational programs targeting women in particular are needed to help improve the osteoporosis practice in the societies and reduce the burden of the disease.

Purpose: The family structure has changed considerably in the past decade. But, women from Iran and many countries in the region and even families with similar cultural background living in other parts of the world are still responsible for childcare as well as the lifestyle adapted by the family.

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Purpose: The aim of this study was to determine the association of sleep quality and sleep quantity with metabolic syndrome in Qazvin, Iran.

Methods: this cross sectional study was conducted in 1079 residents of Qazvin selected by multistage cluster random sampling method in 2011. Metabolic syndrome was defined according to the criteria proposed by the national cholesterol education program third Adult treatment panel.

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Background: Insulin resistance (IR) is not limited to obese individuals. Normal weight individuals may also be insulin resistant. The aim of this study was to determine the association of lifestyle and diet patterns with IR in normal weight Iranian men.

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Aims. It is known that sleep has a major role in the regulation of endocrine functions and glucose metabolism. However, it is not clear whether the sleep pattern is affected at or prior to the onset of diabetes, among those with prediabetes.

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Background: The homeostasis model assessment of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR) is a useful model for application at large epidemiologic studies. The aim of this study was to determine the HOMA cut off values to identify insulin resistance (IR) and metabolic syndrome (MS) in Qazvin, central Iran.

Methods: Overall, 480 men and 502 women aged 20-72 yr attended in this cross sectional study from September 2010 to April 2011.

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  • This study investigates the link between vitamin D levels, dietary intake, and metabolic syndrome (MetS) among an Iranian population, highlighting the controversial nature of this relationship.
  • The research involved comparing serum levels of 25(OH) D, calcium, and phosphorus between 122 patients with MetS and 128 controls, using various analytical methods to evaluate the data.
  • Findings indicate that individuals with MetS had significantly lower levels of vitamin D and calcium intake, suggesting a potential association, but the exact mechanism remains unclear and needs further investigation.
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Diabetes is a common metabolic disease in the world that has many adverse effects. Olibanum gum resin (from trees of the genus Boswellia) has traditionally been used in the treatment of various diseases such as diabetes. The aim of this study was the comparison of Olibanum gum resin effect with placebo on the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

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Background: Subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) is a metabolic disorder characterized by elevated TSH level but normal T4 level. Some previous studies suggest that SCH is associated with inflammation.

Objectives: The present study aimed to compare lipid serum levels in SCH patients and normal participants, also explore possible association between SCH and the two inflammatory markers hs-CRP and PLA2-IIA.

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Background. Subjective sleep disturbances increase during menopause. Some problems commonly encountered during menopause, such as hot flushes and sweating at night, can cause women to have difficulty in sleeping.

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  • The study aimed to see if treating low vitamin D in pregnant women could help improve fetal growth measurements.
  • 130 pregnant women with low vitamin D were split into two groups: one received extra vitamin D, while the other only got a standard multivitamin.
  • Results showed the group receiving extra vitamin D had better neonatal length, weight, and head circumference, as well as greater maternal weight gain, suggesting that adequate vitamin D is beneficial during pregnancy.
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Background: Early diagnosis of albuminuria and the prevention of its progression to macroalbuminuria and diabetic nephropathy are crucial. Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) and antagonists of angiotensin II receptors type I (ARBs) are currently used as first-line treatment for albuminuria in these patients. The present study was conducted to assess the efficacy of addition of spironolactone to ACEIs or ARB in the prevention of diabetic nephropathy.

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Background: A low-glycemic index diet is effective in blood glucose control of diabetic subjects, reduces insulin requirement in women with gestation diabetes mellitus (GDM) and improves pregnancy outcomes when used from beginning of the second trimester. However there are limited reports to examine the effect of low glycemic load (LGL) diet and fiber on blood glucose control and insulin requirement of women with GDM. Therefore, the aim of this study was to examine the effect of low glycemic load diet with and without fiber on reducing the number of women with GDM requiring insulin.

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Background: In order to detect nephropathy, measurement of total (24 hrs) urinary albumin or albumin/creatinin ratio in random urine samples is being recommended. But methods of albumin measurement are not available in all laboratories and also cost about 6 times more than that of urinary total protein measurement.

Objectives: This Study was performed to determine appropriate cut off point in 24 hours urine total protein to diagnose micro- and macroalbuminuria in patients with diabetes mellitus.

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There are several studies in which a correlation between maternal vitamin D deficiency and serum mineral disorders in the mother and the newborn has been reported. The present randomised clinical trial was designed to investigate the effect of vitamin D administration on maternal and fetal Ca and vitamin D status. The trial was carried out on 160 pregnant women.

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Background: Obesity is a public health problem that has raised concern worldwide. Numerous epidemiological studies have been showed the relationship between obesity, abdominal fatness and risk of a wide range of illnesses (i.e.

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Objective: The aim of this study was to assess the association between premicroalbuminuria and metabolic syndrome in women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).

Methods: In this case - control study, we analyzed the medical records of 78 women (mean age ±SD was 27.2± 2.

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