2-Aminopyridine Analogs Inhibit Both Enzymes of the Glyoxylate Shunt in .

is an opportunistic pathogen responsible for many hospital-acquired infections. can thrive in diverse infection scenarios by rewiring its central metabolism. An example of this is the production of biomass from C nutrient sources such as acetate via the glyoxylate shunt when glucose is not available.

The Multiple Sclerosis Self-Management Scale-Revised (MSSM-R): Persian Version and Psychometric Analysis.

Background: Self-management is the most important component in the treatment of chronic diseases, including multiple sclerosis (MS). The Bishop and Frain Multiple Sclerosis Self-Management Scale-Revised (MSSM-R) is one of the valid tools available for self-management assessment. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the psychometric properties of the MSSM-R in Iranian people with MS.

Effect of Islam-based religious program on spiritual wellbeing in elderly with hypertension.

Background: Lack of spiritual health in patients with hypertension leads to many mental, social, and physical effects, On the other hand, considering the prevalence of hypertension among the elderly, interventions to enhance their spiritual wellbeing is essential. Therefore, the aim of this study was to examine the effect of religious programs based on Islam on spiritual wellbeing in elderly patients with hypertension who referred to the health centers of Isfahan in 2014.

Materials And Methods: This study was a randomized clinical trial.

Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation on Serum Biomarkers, Inflammatory Agents, and Quality of Life of Patients on Hemodialysis.

Introduction: Patients on long-term hemodialysis are at a higher risk of cardiovascular disease and premature mortality. It is generally believed that omega-3 supplementation can prevent cardiovascular events due to its anti-inflammatory and anti-atherosclerotic effects.

Materials And Methods: Fifty-two hemodialysis patients were divided into 2 groups to receive omega-3 and placebo for 6 six months.

Does Omega-3 supplementation decrease carotid intima-media thickening in hemodialysis patients?

Objective: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial was performed to assess the effect of omega-3 supplementation (3 g/day) on atherosclerosis progression by measuring carotid intima-media thickness (cIMT) in hemodialysis (HD) patients.

Methods: A total of 54 HD patients were randomized into two groups: Intervention group ( = 27), in which patients were given 3 g/day omega-3 for 6 months and placebo group ( = 27), in which patients received placebo using the same administration protocol. All patients underwent a carotid artery ultrasound scan to measure cIMT at baseline and at 6 months.