Expression of miR-155 and CEA and VEGF Proteins as Diagnostic Markers in Early Stages of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer in Peripheral Blood.

Background: Cancer is a disease caused by manifestation and abnormal gene expression. Many of the genes that inhibit cancer by the microRNAs. The aim of this study was to investigate the Expression of miR155 gene and CEA and VEGF proteins as Diagnostic Markers in Early Stages of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).

Biomarkers for Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (miR-24, miR-200, and miR-34): Screening and Detection MicroRNA.

Introduction: Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) includes about 90% of all oral malignant tumors, and most of them are diagnosed in advanced stages. This study investigated the expression changes of miR-24, miR-200, and miR-34 in saliva samples of patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma, for early diagnosis.

Methods: In this study, 30 patients and 30 healthy individuals were selected.

Differentiation of human endometrial stem cells encapsulated in alginate hydrogel into oocyte-like cells.

Introduction: Human endometrial mesenchymal stem cells (hEnMSCs) are a rich source of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) with multi-lineage differentiation potential, making them an intriguing tool in regenerative medicine, particularly for the treatment of reproductive and infertility issues. The specific process of germline cell-derived stem cell differentiation remains unknown, the aim is to study novel ways to achieve an effective differentiation method that produces adequate and functioning human gamete cells.

Methods: We adjusted the optimum retinoic acid (RA) concentration for enhancement of germ cell-derived hEnSCs generation in 2D cell culture after 7 days in this study.

Neural Differentiation of Wisdom Tooth Follicle Stem Cells on a Nano-Hydrogel Scaffold Containing Salvia Chloroleucat to Treat Nerve injury in the Cancer of Nervous System.

The human third molar's follicle is one of the sources of stem cells with high differentiation capacities which can be used in nervous system cancer treatment particularly in nerve damge. The purpose of this research was to identify the effects of the aqueous extract of Salvia chloroleuca on the differentiation of the human dental follicle-derived mesenchymal stem cells to neural cells for treti. In this experimental study, the method of culture of digested tissue fragments was used to isolate stem cells from three samples of the extracted wisdom teeth follicles.

Effectiveness of different vaccine platforms in reducing mortality and length of ICU stay in severe and critical cases of COVID-19 in the Omicron variant era: A national cohort study in Iran.

Various severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 vaccines with different platforms have been administered worldwide; however, their effectiveness in critical cases of COVID-19 has remained a concern. In this national cohort study, 24 016 intensive care unit (ICU) coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) admissions were included from January to April 2022. The mortality and length of ICU stay were compared between the vaccinated and unvaccinated patients.

The effect of decellularized cartilage matrix scaffolds combined with endometrial stem cell-derived osteocytes on osteochondral tissue engineering in rats.

Since decellularized tissues may offer the instructive niche for cell differentiation and function, their use as cell culture scaffolds is a promising approach for regenerative medicine. To repair osteochondral tissues, developing a scaffold with biomimetic structural, compositional, and functional characteristics is vital. As a result of their heterogeneous structure, decellularized articular cartilage matrix from allogeneic and xenogeneic sources are considered appropriate scaffolds for cartilage regeneration.

Expression of miRNA1, miRNA133, miRNA191, and miRNA24, as Good Biomarkers, in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Using Real-Time PCR Method.

Background: Lung cancer has recently shown the highest incidence among all cancers. microRNAs (miRNAs) are the molecules playing a role in regulating gene expression and contributing to many pathogenic mechanisms. Therefore, these molecules could be used as biomarkers for the detection, anticipation, and treatment of cancer.

Detection of phylotypes from digital dermatitis lesions and effect of different phylotypes on lesion size.

Bovine digital dermatitis (BDD) is a contagious infectious disease which causes lameness in dairy cows. It has a multifactorial etiology which is not yet fully understood but spp. seem to play a significant role in development of BDD lesions.

Effect of Photobiomodulation Therapy on Differentiation of Mesenchymal Stem Cells Derived from Impacted Third Molar Tooth into Neuron-like Cells.

Peripheral nerve damages are among the most important consequences of dental and maxillofacial procedures. Tissue engineering using mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) is a promising method to manage such injuries. Moreover, photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) can enhance this treatment.

COVID-19 and Vaccine-Induced Thrombosis.

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), a highly contagious infectious disease, has had a catastrophic effect on the world's demographics resulting in more than 2.9 million deaths worldwide till January 2021. It can lead to systemic multi-organ complications; in particular, venous and arterial thromboembolism risk is significantly increased.

Synergistic inhibitory effect of human umbilical cord matrix mesenchymal stem cells-conditioned medium and atorvastatin on MCF7 cancer cells viability and migration.

Recent studies have demonstrated inhibitory effects of mesenchymal stem cells on breast tumors. Likewise, the emerging interest in statins as anticancer agents is based on their pleiotropic effects. In the present study, we investigated whether atorvastatin and umbilical cord matrix derived mesenchymal stem cells-conditioned medium affect the MCF7 cancer cells viability and interactions.

Early Diagnosis of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (OSCC) by miR-138 and miR-424-5p Expression as a Cancer Marker.

Introduction: MicroRNAs (miRs) are a group of endogenous, non-coding, 18-24 nucleotide length single-strand RNAs. These molecules mediate the gene expression and are involved in regulating diverse cellular biological processes, i.e.

Case Report: COVID-19-associated Rhinosinusitis Mucormycosis Caused by Rhizopus arrhizus: A Rare but Potentially Fatal Infection Occurring After Treatment with Corticosteroids.

COVID-19 first emerged in Wuhan, China, in December 2019. Since that time, the frequency of bacterial and fungal coinfections has been continuously increasing. Although invasive pulmonary aspergillosis is being increasingly recognized in association with COVID-19, there is limited information regarding COVID-19-associated mucormycosis.

Application of a collagen scaffold saturated with platelet-rich plasma in prevention of bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw in the rat animal model.

Background: Among the myriad adverse events of drugs in the oral cavity, Bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (BRONJ) is one of the most detrimental drug reactions that have ever been known.

Objective: This study was aimed to investigate the success of applying collagen scaffold alone and platelet-rich plasma (PRP)+collagen scaffold in prevention of zoledronic acid-induced BRONJ in the rat.

Methods: A total of 17 male Wistar-rats were treated with 4 weekly doses of zoledronic acid.

Blood Purification Techniques, Inflammatory Mediators and Mortality in COVID-19 Patients.

Background: Inflammatory mediators are an important component in the pathophysiology of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). This study aimed to assess the effects of reducing inflammatory mediators using hemoperfusion (HP) and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) on the mortality of patients with COVID-19.

Materials And Methods: Twelve patients with confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19 were included.

No clinical benefit of high dose corticosteroid administration in patients with COVID-19: A preliminary report of a randomized clinical trial.

The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical effects of dexamethasone administration in patients with mild to moderate acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) due to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The study included 50 patients who were randomly assigned to the dexamethasone group or control group. Dexamethasone was administered at a dose of 20 mg/day from day 1-5 and then at 10 mg/day from day 6-10.

Role of miR153 and miR455-5p Expression in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Isolated from Plasma.

Background: Despite the notable advances in modern surgery and radiotherapy,no significant increase in the five year survival rate of oral squamous cell carcinoma has been reported. Collecting evidence demonstrates that miR 153 and miR 455-5p play a key role in growth and progression of oral cancer. Early detection of OSCC is important for enhancing patient quality of life and clinical treatment.

miR-155, miR-191, and miR-494 as diagnostic biomarkers for oral squamous cell carcinoma and the effects of Avastin on these biomarkers.

Objectives: : Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is one of the most common types of head and neck cancer. MicroRNAs, as new biomarkers, are recommended for diagnosis and treatment of different types of cancers. Bevacizumab, sold under the trade name Avastin, is a humanized whole monoclonal antibody that targets and blocks VEGF-A (vascular endothelial growth factor A; angiogenesis) and oncogenic signaling pathways.

Reconstruction of necrotic submandibular salivary gland using mesenchymal stem cells.

Background: The efficacy of mesnchymal stem cells (MSCs) to treat the necrotic tissue of salivary glands (SGs) has yet investigated.

Objective: This study was conducted to investigate the potential capacity of MSCs to restore the function and regenerate the necrotic submandiular gland in the rat animal model.

Methods: Twenty-one Sprague-Dawley rats were provided from a breeding colony and randomly divided into three groups including the positive control or induced SG atrophy without treatment, the treatment group or induced SG atrophy with MSCs isolated transplantation and the negative control group consists of healthy rats.

Demographics, laboratory parameters and outcomes of 1061 patients with coronavirus disease 2019: a report from Tehran, Iran.

We aimed to determine the characteristics of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-2019) among the Iranian population. In this study, we collected and analysed the demographics, laboratory findings and outcomes of patients with COVID-19 who were admitted to Masih Daneshvari Hospital in Tehran, Iran between 20 February 2020 and 2 April 2020. Among 1061 patients, 692 (65.

Short communication: Motivation to walk affects gait attributes.

Lameness is a major welfare problem in the dairy industry. Environmental factors, such as flooring surface, as well as cow-level factors, such as udder fill, can influence gait. The aim of the current study was to test whether motivation to walk affects gait attributes and whether this effect differs between lame and sound cows.

Molecular identification, phylogenetic analysis and antifungal susceptibility patterns of Aspergillusnidulans complex and Aspergillusterreus complex isolated from clinical specimens.

Objective: Aspergillus sections Terrei and Nidulantes are the less common causes of invasive aspergillosis and pulmonary aspergillosis (PA) in immunocompromised patients when compared to A. fumigatus and A. flavus.

Proteomic and genomic biomarkers for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Peroxiredoxin, Haptoglobin, and Alpha-1 antitrypsin.

Background: The development of lung cancer is a multifactorial process that involves the environmental and genetic factors. The mortality rate of this cancer is higher than breast, colorectal, and prostate cancers. In this study, we try to analyze the proteome of patients with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) and compare it with the healthy samples.

Osteogenic differentiation of follicular stem cells on nano-Saghez scaffold containing BMP2.

Background: Bone tissue is one of the tissues that are capable of self-regeneration. However, bone self-regeneration is defeated in the case of broad lesion of bone structure. Isolated stem cells from wisdom tooth follicles can potentially differentiate into ectodermal and mesodermal cells.

Three Markers in Cancerous and Healthy Cells of Patients with Non-Small-Cell Lung Carcinoma (NSCLC).

Introduction: Lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer-related death among males and females. The diagnosis of lung cancer is of great importance for clinical considerations and follow-up treatment. This study aimed to examine the expression of CEA, LUNX, and CK19 biomarkers in the cancerous and healthy tissues of patients suffering from NSCLC.