Consequences of Stenting and Endoscopic Papillary Balloon Dilatation in Treatment of Large and Multiple Common Bile Duct Stones.

BACKGROUND Although stenting for the treatment of large and multiple common bile duct stones has been acceptable to everyone, its efficacy and outcome have not been studied in comparison with other endoscopic procedures. The purpose of this study was to compare the consequences of stenting and endoscopic papilla balloon dilatation for the treatment of large and multiple common bile duct stones. METHODS In a double-blind clinical trial, of 431 patients with bile duct stones referred to the treatment center, 64 patients with multiple common bile duct stones ( ≥ 3) and more than 15 cm were selected for the study, then by random allocation rule the participants were allocated in two groups.

Impact of garlic tablets on nosocomial infections in hospitalized patients in intensive care units.

Background: Nosocomial infections are one of the main causes of mortality and morbidity in hospitals, especially in intensive care units (ICUs).

Objective: The aim of this study was to examine the impact of garlic tablets on nosocomial infections in hospitalized patients in intensive care units.

Methods: This clinical trial was carried out on 94 patients, admitted to the intensive care units in Kashani and Al-Zahra hospitals from January 21, 2014 to December 20, 2014.