Publications by authors named "Aref Ghanaatpisheh"

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  • Vaccination is a key strategy to combat COVID-19, but it may lead to rare complications like meningitis, prompting this study to investigate its clinical aspects and underlying causes.
  • The researchers reviewed 35 cases of meningitis linked to post COVID-19 vaccination, finding that VZV was the most common viral agent, with symptoms like headache typically appearing about a week post-vaccination.
  • The study concludes that while meningitis can be a serious complication, most patients respond well to treatment, and monitoring is advised for those with a history of chickenpox.
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Background: Cyclophosphamide (CP) has clinical applications in treating diverse malignancies and autoimmune disorders; at the same time, it also has harmful effects on the body tissues, particularly the genitals. The most significant side effects of CP are changing the reproductive system's function and infertility.

Objective: This study determines the Ephedra hydroalcoholic extract (EP) role on testicular tissue and the pituitary-gonadal axis in CP-treated male rats.

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  • The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly affected healthcare systems, altering the allocation of resources and impacting people's willingness or ability to seek medical help for emergencies.
  • A systematic review compared the incidence of medical emergencies before and during the pandemic, focusing on conditions needing urgent care.
  • Findings revealed increased delays and complications in several medical emergencies during COVID-19, highlighting the need to address the resulting barriers to timely healthcare as a major health concern.
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Background: Migraine is one of the most common types of headache, and it is the second most common cause of neurological disorders, with an annual prevalence of about 15% of the population. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of BoNT-A on the duration and intensity of migraine attacks. In addition, we investigated the effective injection sites.

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