Publications by authors named "Masoomeh Ghalandarabadi"
Article Synopsis
- Oral cavity cancer is a prevalent issue in the context of head and neck malignancies, and variations exist in regions with high esophageal cancer rates.
- The study analyzed 557 oral cavity cancer patients over ten years, collecting data on demographics and various risk factors, including smoking and opium use.
- Results showed that tongue cancer was the most common type, with a significant link to cigarette smoking, and notably, many patients lacked recognized risk factors, highlighting the uniqueness of oral cavity cancer patterns in Iran.
Purpose: To determine the sensitivity and specificity of vision screening in Iranian schools where teachers have provided screening services for over 10 years.
Methods: In a cross-sectional study, using random cluster sampling, 1163 school children were selected from 14 clusters. Data of vision tests performed by teachers were derived from 847 student records and compared with data obtained by optometrists.