Low level laser therapy and rheumatoid arthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis study.

This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the efficacy of Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), focusing on its effects on pain relief, grip strength, and morning stiffness. A comprehensive search was conducted across PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science, yielding 3,111 articles. After eliminating duplicates and screening titles and abstracts, 94 full-text articles were assessed, and 23 studies met the eligibility criteria for inclusion in the systematic review.

Molecular Mechanism of lncRNAs in Regulation of Breast Cancer Metastasis; a Comprehensive Review.

Although the number of breast cancer deaths has decreased, and there have been developments in targeted therapies and combination treatments for the management of metastatic illness, metastatic breast cancer is still the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths in U.S. women.

Bochdalek hernia presenting as recurrent fever and bicytopenia in a pediatric patient: A rare case report.

Bochdalek hernia is a rare condition characterized by the displacement of abdominal contents into the thoracic cavity. Due to the nonspecific nature of symptoms, prompt diagnosis, and management by emergency care providers can be challenging. Treatment of a Bochdalek hernia typically involves the reduction in the herniated contents back into the abdominal cavity.

Hyperuricaemia and its association with other risk factors for cardiovascular diseases: A population-based study.

Introduction: Cardiovascular diseases are very common in the general population, and several factors play a role in their development. The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between hyperuricaemia and other cardiovascular disease risk factors.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 1008 people over the 15-year-old general population in Kerman, Iran.

Investigating the relationship between serum uric acid to high-density lipoprotein ratio and metabolic syndrome.

Aims: This study aimed to determine a parameter to more easily diagnose metabolic syndrome and predict its probability of occurrence in high-risk individuals.

Methods: In this cross-sectional study, data related to the study population in the Kerman Coronary Artery Disease Risk Factor Study (KERCADRS) were examined. Subjects were divided into two groups with and without metabolic syndrome, and the relevant factors such as the ratios of uric acid to high-density lipoprotein (HDL) (UHR) in these two groups were compared, and the best cut-off point was determined.

Addison's disease in antiphospholipid syndrome: A rare complication.

The association of APS and AI is rare, but it is very important, and in cases where there is an evidence in favor of the association of these two diseases, due to the importance of early treatment of both diseases, further evaluation is necessary.

The effect of suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and back pain on sexual functioning and marital satisfaction in Iran.

Objective: Sexual functioning is an important component of life quality and musculoskeletal disorders may effect sexual functioning, so, the present study was conducted to evaluate sexual functioning in patients suffering from back pain, rheumatoid arthritis, and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).

Methods: This study was conducted on 102 patients with rheumatoid arthritis, 103 patients with back pain, 103 patients with SLE, and 210 people in the control group by the consecutive sampling method. The marital satisfaction questionnaire (Enrich), Arizona Sexual Experience Scale (ASEX) questionnaire, and the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-28) were completed by all the subjects.

Fasting Blood Glucose and Insulin Level in Opium Addict versus Non-Addict Individuals.

Background: Many of lay person believe that opium lowers blood glucose. However some studies show the opposite results. In this study, we tried to evaluate the effect of opium on blood glucose and insulin resistance.