Publications by authors named "Arman Shafiee"
Myo-inositol may be efficient to improve sperm parameters to increase the chance of fertility. Although, the data are controversial. This study aimed to assess the impact of Myo-inositol supplements on semen quality and in vitro fertilization (IVF) outcomes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Type-2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is considered one of the chronic diseases that can have a relationship with age of menopause onset. Several studies have revealed that early menopause or late menopause can have a correlation with type-2 diabetes. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to investigate the association between the age of menopause onset and type-2 diabetes.
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- * The analysis included 10 studies revealing that anxiety affects about 31.6% of orthopedic residents and depression affects around 22.2%, highlighting significant psychological challenges in this population.
- * After addressing publication bias, the recalculated figures indicate that approximately 25% of residents experience anxiety and 18.6% experience depression, underscoring the need for mental health support in orthopedic training programs.
Background: Due to the unsatisfactory therapeutic effects of current antidepressants, research has been launched into alternative treatment approaches, such as the administration of psychedelics. Psilocybin, a classic hallucinogen, has been shown to exert considerable positive influence on depression symptoms through its serotonergic and glutamatergic effects. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of psilocybin in treating depression.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) afflicts 69 million individuals annually, resulting in numerous neuropsychiatric sequelae. Here, we investigate the possible relation between TBI and depression.
Methods: an online database search of Pubmed, Scopus, and Web of Science was conducted on November 3rd, 2023 for observational studies investigating post-TBI depressive symptoms incidence or comparing the prevalence of depressive symptoms between TBI and non-TBI individuals.
Background: We sought to conduct this comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis to assess the prevalence of depression, anxiety, and sleep disturbance in Iranian medical students and resident physicians.
Methods: A systematic search was conducted on 23 December 2023 in PubMed/MEDLINE, Web of Science, Scopus, and Iranian national databases. We pooled the prevalence of individual studies using the random effect model.
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- CAR T-cell therapy is an innovative treatment for certain blood cancers, but it's linked to serious cardiovascular events (CVE), including arrhythmias and heart failure.
- A systematic review analyzed 23 studies, revealing that over half of patients experienced CVEs, particularly those with severe cytokine release syndrome (CRS).
- The findings emphasize the need for close monitoring and personalized care to address potential cardiotoxic effects, while also noting that cardiac mortality rates appear to be low, indicating room for improvement in prevention strategies.
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- Medical decision-making is crucial in psychiatry, where diagnoses often depend on subjective reports; AI, especially Large Language Models (LLMs) like GPT, shows promise in improving diagnostic accuracy.
- A comparative study evaluated several AI models, including GPT-3.5 and GPT-4, using 20 clinical cases from the DSM-5 to assess their diagnostic capabilities.
- Results indicated that GPT models outperformed others in accuracy and reasoning, particularly for psychotic and bipolar disorders, highlighting the potential of AI to enhance psychiatric diagnosis despite some limitations in other models.
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- A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of intravenous magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) in reducing death and cerebral palsy in babies born to women at risk of preterm delivery.
- The analysis included 7 studies, which found that MgSO4 significantly lowered the incidence of fetal neurological impairment but did not significantly impact neonatal mortality rates.
- The researchers concluded that while MgSO4 may improve outcomes related to cerebral palsy, more studies are needed to confirm these findings and explore why mortality rates were unaffected.
Objective: This meta-analysis aimed to investigate the effect of dexmedetomidine on brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels in individuals undergoing various medical procedures. We systematically searched electronic databases and manually identified relevant articles to assess the impact of dexmedetomidine on BDNF levels in surgical patients.
Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted in PubMed, Scopus, Embase, and Web of Science databases with no language restrictions.
Background: Depression is a significant mental health concern, and the ubiquitous presence of fast-food in modern diets raises questions about its impact on mental well-being. Understanding the intricate relationship between fast-food consumption, obesity, and depression is essential for addressing the complex web of factors contributing to this public health issue.
Methods: In this study, we analyzed data from the National Health and Nutritional Examination Surveys (NHANES) spanning from 2008 to 2018, involving 31,460 participants.
Background: Anxiety symptoms in older adults can significantly impact their well-being. Physical activity is increasingly recognized as a potential intervention to alleviate anxiety in this population. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to explore the impact of physical activity on anxiety symptoms in geriatric individuals.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Obesity is a global health concern, and understanding its prevalence among medical students is crucial for shaping targeted interventions. This systematic review and meta-analysis aim to comprehensively assess the prevalence of obesity and overweight among medical students.
Methods: A systematic literature search was conducted across major databases, including PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science, in order to identify relevant studies that evaluated obesity and overweight among medical students.
Background: The use of antidepressants has been on the rise among adolescents and young adults, populations also increasingly at risk for type 2 diabetes. However, the relationship between antidepressant uses and diabetes incidence in these age groups remains poorly understood.
Methods: Adhering to PRISMA guidelines and the Cochrane Handbook, we conducted a comprehensive search in PubMed, Scopus, Embase, and Web of Science up to 21 February 2024, registering our protocol on PROSPERO (CRD42024516272).
Context: Saffron, a natural remedy with potential antidepressant and anxiolytic properties, has gained attention as a potential therapeutic option.
Objective: This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the comparative effectiveness of saffron versus selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) in treating depression and anxiety.
Data Source: Electronic databases, including PubMed, Embase, Scopus, Web of Science, and the Cochrane database, were searched from inception to April 31, 2023.
The relationship between psychiatric disorders, including depression, and invasive interventions has been a topic of debate in recent literature. While these conditions can impact the quality of life and subjective perceptions of surgical outcomes, the literature lacks consensus regarding the association between depression and objective perioperative medical and surgical complications, especially in the neurosurgical domain. MEDLINE (PubMed), EMBASE, PsycINFO, and the Cochrane Library were queried in a comprehensive manner from inception until 10 November 2023, with no language restrictions, for citations investigating the association between depression and length of hospitalization, medical and surgical complications, and objective postoperative outcomes including readmission, reoperation, and non-routine discharge in patients undergoing spine surgery.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Beyond its ability to decrease cholesterol, statin medication has been proved to have a variety of pleiotropic effects, such as anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects. Statins are an appealing therapeutic option for individuals with infective endocarditis because of these effects, as the condition is linked to a strong inflammatory response.
Methods: A comprehensive search was done in Medline/PubMed, Cochrane database (CENTRAL), and Google Scholar to identify relevant studies reporting outcomes of interest (rate of mortality, intensive care unit admission, and embolic events) comparing those who are on statin therapy to nonusers were included.
Background: A systematic review and meta-analysis have been conducted to evaluate the efficacy of alkalinization for COVID-19 patients based on current evidence to determine the impact of alkalinization on COVID-19 outcomes.
Methods: We searched MEDLINE (Pubmed), Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and Clinicaltrials.gov for studies evaluating the efficacy of alkalinization up to 30 April 2023.
Introduction: Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a common chronic disease that significantly affects an individual's overall health and well-being. The aim of this study is to investigate the factors that influence the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of patients with T2D.
Methods: This study conducted using data from 6th phase (2015-2017) and 7th phase (2018-2022) of the Tehran Lipid and Glucose Study (TLGS).
Background: The management of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) is a significant clinical challenge. This study evaluated the efficacy of teplizumab, an immunomodulatory drug, in patients with T1DM, using a systematic review and meta-analysis approach.
Methods: We systematically searched multiple databases including Medline, Scopus, and others up to 10 January 2024, without language or regional restrictions.
Aim: Sleep disorders during pregnancy can impact maternal and neonatal outcomes. The objective of this study is to examine the relationship between sleep quality and maternal and neonatal outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Method: This prospective cohort study was conducted at the Educational-Therapeutic Center of Shohadaye Yaftabad Referral Hospital in Tehran, Iran, from December 2020 to September 2022.
Background: Obesity and dyslipidemia are important risk factors for hypertension (HTN). When these two conditions coexist, they may interact in a synergistic manner and increase the risk of developing HTN and its associated complications. The aim of this study was to investigate the synergistic effect of general and central obesity with dyslipidemia on the risk of HTN.
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