Correlation Between the 8-hydroxy-2'-deoxyguanosine Level in the Peritoneal Solution of Patients Undergoing Peritoneal Dialysis and the Peritoneal Equilibration Test, Kt/V, Ferritin, and Albumin Levels.

Introduction: Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is an effective treatment  modality for advanced kidney failure, offering patients a significant  degree of independence. However, the long-term use of PD is  limited due to the degeneration of the peritoneal membrane,  resulting in reduced dialysis adequacy. Evaluating the peritoneal  membrane condition in patients with advanced kidney failure  who are undergoing PD is challenging with existing methods.

A Comparative Analysis of Patients' Quality of Life, Body Image and Self-confidence Before and After Aesthetic Rhinoplasty Surgery.

Objective: Having desired facial features creates a better mental image, results in increased self-confidence and boosts social activities to a more acceptable level. The goal of the current study is to investigate how rhinoplasty surgery affects patients admitted to Shahrekord surgical clinic.

Methods: The study was conducted on 100 patients randomly selected and referring for rhinoplasty surgery.

Effect of Palliative Care on Quality of Life and Survival after Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: A Systematic Review.

Background: Cardiac and respiratory arrest is reversible through immediate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). However, survival after CPR is very low for various reasons. This systematic review study was conducted to assess the effect of palliative care on quality of life and survival after CPR.

Vitamin D ameliorates systolic but not diastolic blood pressure in patients with type 2 diabetes: Results from a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Inconsistent findings have been reported regarding the effects of vitamin D on blood pressure in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). This study aimed to evaluate the subject through a meta-analysis. A computerized literature search on five databases was performed and randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published until March 2016 were identified.

The antimicrobial activity of probiotic bacteria isolated from different natural sources against hemorrhagic O157:H7.

Background: Diarrheal diseases have been seen in all geographical areas throughout the world. Therefore, considering treatment, could be deemed a necessary action.

Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the antimicrobial effect of probiotic bacterial strains isolated from different natural sources against 2 pathotypes of pathogenic

Methods: This cross-sectional study of Martyr Chamran University of Ahvaz was carried out from December 2013 to July 2014.

Antagonistic effect of isolated probiotic bacteria from natural sources against intestinal pathotypes.

Background: Probiotics are live microorganisms which are beneficial bacteria that are normal flora of the digestive system which, in determined amounts, show beneficial effects on host health, and can balance gastrointestinal microflora. Digestive tract diseases such as diarrhea are one of the major causes of child mortality in developing countries. Different pathotypes of cause diarrhea that affects children, therefore reduction of these colonization strains in humans or animals can decline gastrointestinal disorders such as diarrhea.

Isolation and identification of probiotic from local dairy and evaluating their antagonistic effect on pathogens.

Objective: Probiotics such as lactobacilli prevent the development of a wide range of human and animal's pathogens. The aim of this study was evaluation of antagonistic effect of isolated lactobacilli from local dairy products against three standard strains of , , and .

Materials And Methods: Twenty samples of local dairy products including cow milk, buffalo milk, cheese, and yogurt were collected from different areas of Ahwaz city.

Effect of Chlorella supplementation on cardiovascular risk factors: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Background & Aims: The effect of Chlorella supplementation on cardiovascular risk factors of subjects with different health status has not been conclusively studied. Therefore, the efficacy of Chlorella supplementation on cardiovascular risk factors was assessed through a meta-analysis.

Methods: A literature search on five electronic databases was performed and related randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published until 15 January 2017 were identified.

Ameliorative effect of lycopene effect on cisplatin-induced nephropathy in patient.

Background: Nephrotoxicity is one of the most important limitations of cisplatin-based chemotherapies which associated with many complications and high mortality rate.

Objectives: To investigate the effect of lycopene on cisplatin-induced nephrotoxicity in patients with cancer.

Patients And Methods: In this double-blind, randomized clinical trial, 120 patients were randomly assigned to two groups, case (treated with lycopene + standard regimen of kidney injury prevention) and control (treated with only the standard regimen of kidney injury prevention).

Traditional uses of medicinal plants to prevent and treat diabetes; an updated review of ethnobotanical studies in Iran.

Background: Obesity and physical inactivity are currently on the rise due to industrialization of the communities, which has recently led to increased incidence of different diseases such as diabetes. Epidemiological studies and figures have demonstrated the growing incidence of diabetes. Relevantly, the side effects of chemical drugs have led patients to use medicinal plants and traditional approaches despite advances in development of chemical drugs.

On the occasion of world kidney day 2017; obesity and its relationship with chronic kidney disease.

Context: Numerous studies have reported the impact of obesity in the incidence of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Some studies have suggested the direct role of obesity in the incidence of CKD, while some other studies suggest an indirect effect caused by the effects of obesity on blood pressure and diabetes.

Evidence Acquisition: PubMed, EBSCO, Web of Science, directory of open access journals (DOAJ), EMBASE, and Google Scholar have been searched.

Antifungal effects of species isolated from local dairy products.

Objective: The is a genus of lactic acid bacteria which are regularly rod-shaped, nonspore, Gram-positive, heterogeneous, and are found in a wide range of inhabitants such as dairy products, plants, and gastrointestinal tract. A variety of antimicrobial compounds and molecules such as bacteriocin are produced by these useful bacteria to inhibit the growth of pathogenic microbes in the food products. This paper aims to examine the isolation of from local dairies as well as to determine their inhibition effect against a number of pathogens, such as two fungi: and .

An update on diabetic kidney disease, oxidative stress and antioxidant agents.

Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disease that is defined by relative or absolute deficiency of insulin secretion. Diabetic kidney disease seems to be one of the most frequent complications of diabetes mellitus. Based on evidence, increased free-radical formation and/or diminished antioxidant defenses induce oxidative stress that is implicated in the pathogenesis of diabetic kidney disease.

Relationship between serum irisin, glycemic indices, and renal function in type 2 diabetic patients.

Irisin is a novel peptide that plays notable role in human and animal biology and physiology. It has been reported that irisin may improve insulin resistance and related disturbances. The aim of this investigation was to assess the relationship between serum irisin, glycemic indices, and renal function in diabetic subjects.

Sleep apnea syndrome and restless legs syndrome in kidney transplant recipients.

Background: This study was aimed to evaluate the prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and restless legs syndrome (RLS) in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) after kidney transplantation.

Materials And Methods: Two hundred kidney transplant recipients were enrolled in this cross-sectional study. Data on age, gender, etiology of ESRD, history of previous kidney transplantation, serum creatinine, and the presence or absence of OSA and RLS were collected.