Comparing the distribution of common human papillomavirus genotypes among the population of Fars province in southwest Iran with the genotypes included in the available HPV vaccines.

Background: Given the strong association between high-risk HPV genotypes, such as HPV 16 and 18, and cervical cancer, this study aimed to compare the distribution of common HPV genotypes in the southwest Iranian population with those included in the available vaccines.

Methods: Based on the sample quality, DNA was extracted from the biological samples of 8036 individuals included in the study using three different methods (automated instrument, column, and precipitation), and a total of 21 different HPV genotypes were detected using real-time PCR.

Results: The majority of participants were women (> 99%), with a positive rate of HPV infection of 29.

Therapeutic potential of Lactobacillus casei and Chlorella vulgaris in high-fat diet-induced non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)-associated kidney damages: a stereological study.

Background: The non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is prevalent in as many as 25% of adults who are afflicted with metabolic syndrome. Oxidative stress plays a significant role in the pathophysiology of hepatic and renal injury associated with NAFLD. Therefore, probiotics such as Lactobacillus casei (LBC) and the microalga Chlorella vulgaris (CV) may be beneficial in alleviating kidney injury related to NAFLD.