Publications by authors named "Mohammadifard N"
Evidence has argued about the association between dairy intake and premature coronary artery disease (PCAD) development aimed to be discussed in this study. This case-control study was conducted on 813 individuals with PCAD and 471 healthy controls. The dairy intake of participants was assessed by a validated semi-quantitative food frequency questionnaire.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFDue to the shared risk factors between cardiovascular disease (CVD) and certain cancers such as breast cancer (BC) and colorectal cancer (CRC), our study aimed to assess the CVD risk factors among newly diagnosed patients with BC and CRC. The study utilized baseline data from the ongoing Cardiovascular Events in Breast and Colorectal Cancers (CIBC) cohort study conducted in Isfahan since 2019. Only patients who had recently been diagnosed with BC or CRC and had not undergone any treatment were included in the study.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Premature coronary artery diseases (PCAD) is a major health concern. Finding the potential risk factors for this health issue is crucial for early detection and prevention. This study aimed to evaluate the relation between age at menarche and PCAD presence and severity.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Premature coronary artery disease (PCAD) is one of the major health concerns leading to considerable death and disabilities. This study aimed to evaluate the relationship of dietary patterns with risk of PCAD.
Methods: Iran premature coronary diseases (IPAD) is a case-control study consists of 3159 participants.
Background: Iran Premature Coronary Artery Disease (IPAD) is one of the first and largest studies of its kind in Asia that investigates different aspects of premature coronary artery disease (PCAD) in different ethnic groups in multiple cities. In this paper, we aim to describe the IPAD biobank establishment and present some preliminary results of the IPAD study.
Methods: This case-control study was conducted on patients with documented angiography from different ethnicities in more than ten cities of Iran (males aged 60 years and below and females aged 70 years and below).
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- Previous studies hint that a better diet may improve mental health, but few have specifically looked at the Prime Diet Quality Score (PDQS) in relation to depression and anxiety.
- This study analyzed data from almost 2000 adults in Iran to see how diet quality—measured by PDQS and Healthy Eating Index-2015 (HEI-2015)—relates to depression and anxiety.
- The findings revealed that both dietary scores were linked to lower odds of depression and anxiety, with PDQS showing a stronger protective effect than HEI-2015, suggesting it might be a better option for mental health prevention.
In the period of increasing prevalence of metabolic disorders such as obesity and diabetes, healthcare professionals are facing significant challenges. Therefore, an accurate global assessment of insulin resistance is of utmost importance. Current medical research is focused on identifying an easily accessible and reproducible gold-standard surrogate marker for insulin resistance.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPeople with COVID-19 infection continue to have their symptoms or develop new ones after recovery. This is called long-COVID syndrome. We aimed to examine the association of general and abdominal obesity with long COVID.
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- The article presents the first national guidelines for managing acute coronary syndrome (ACS) in Iran, detailing diagnosis, treatment, and secondary prevention strategies.
- A group of specialists examined clinical concerns and formulated 13 key questions, leading to recommendations based on systematic evidence review.
- The guidelines include initial response protocols for chest pain, risk categorization for patients, treatment options in hospitals, and strategies for secondary prevention post-ACS.
Background: Evidence-based International clinical practice guidelines, universally recommend secondary prevention medications for those with previous cardiovascular disease (CVD). There is limited data on the community use of these medications in the Middle East (ME).
Objectives: This study assesses the use and predictors of evidence based secondary prevention medications in individuals with a history of CVD [coronary heart disease (CHD) or stroke].
Background: Meat consumption could increase the risk of type 2 diabetes. However, evidence is largely based on studies of European and North American populations, with heterogeneous analysis strategies and a greater focus on red meat than on poultry. We aimed to investigate the associations of unprocessed red meat, processed meat, and poultry consumption with type 2 diabetes using data from worldwide cohorts and harmonised analytical approaches.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: In 2019, a globally sustainable dietary pattern that primarily emphasizes the consumption of plant-based foods was proposed by the EAT-Lancet Commission. However, there is limited evidence regarding the association of this diet with coronary events.
Objectives: To determine the association between the EAT-Lancet Reference Diet (ELD) and premature coronary artery disease (PCAD) risk and its severity.
Background: Disease-discordant twins are excellent subjects for matched case-control studies as they allow for the control of confounding factors such as age, gender, genetic background, and intrauterine and early environment factors. A cross-sectional study.
Methods: Past medical history documentation and physical examination were conducted for all participants.
Objectives: Patients experience complications following their recovery from COVID-19, known as post-COVID-19. This study aimed to investigate the association between baseline socioeconomic status (SES) and post-COVID-19 symptoms among hospitalized and non-hospitalized patients.
Methods: In the study, we used data from the Isfahan COVID Cohort (ICC) study, a 5-year longitudinal cohort study started from March 10, 2020.
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- The study aims to investigate the prevalence of activity limitations and the use of assistive devices across 25 countries with varying economic statuses, focusing on how these limitations correlate with negative health outcomes.
- Researchers analyzed data from the Prospective Urban Rural Epidemiological (PURE) study, which involved over 175,000 participants aged 35-70, looking specifically at self-reported difficulties in daily functions, as well as demographic factors.
- The findings highlight a gap in understanding the relationship between activity limitations and mortality or clinical events, revealing the need for more comprehensive studies on how such limitations impact health across different populations.
Objective: With rising demand for soft drinks (SDs) in low-income countries, studies examining mental disorders in relation to SDs are rather scarce. Therefore, we aimed to explore this association in a sample of Iranian adults.
Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out within the framework of the multi-centric LIPOKAP project, with 1970 Iranian healthy adults.
Introduction: Dietary modification significantly impacts reducing myocardial infarction (MI) mortality and its recurrence. This study aimed to investigate the effect of education on the dietary intake of patients with MI based on the health belief model.
Method: This quasi-experimental study was conducted on patients with MI from October 2021 to January 2022.
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- This guideline is Iran's first systematic approach for diagnosing and managing hyperlipidemia in adults, addressing key clinical questions with evidence-based recommendations.
- It sets specific thresholds for LDL-C (over 190 mg/dL) and triglycerides (over 500 mg/dL) to initiate drug treatment while emphasizing lifestyle changes as the primary intervention.
- Statins are recommended as the first-line medication, with additional options proposed for high levels, and targets for LDL-C (<130 mg/dL) and triglycerides (<200 mg/dL) are specified for adults without comorbidities.
Correction to: Burden of colorectal cancer and its risk factors in the North Africa and Middle East (NAME) region, 1990-2019: a systematic analysis of the global burden of disease study.
BMC Public Health
May 2024
Dairy products may affect hypertension (HTN) risk. The aim of this study was to examine the association between fermented and nonfermented dairy foods and HTN in a sample of premature coronary artery disease (PCAD) subjects. This cross-sectional study was performed on 1854 PCAD patients.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe associations of vitamin D receptor (VDR)- single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) with the symptoms of COVID-19 may vary between patients with different severities of COVID-19. Therefore, in the present study, we aim to compare VDR polymorphisms in severe and mild COVID-19 patients. In this study, a total number of 85 hospitalized patients and 91 mild/moderate patients with COVID-19 were recruited.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObesity is a risk factor for chronic inflammation and severe pulmonary infections. This study aimed to assess the association between obesity and the clinical courses of hospitalised COVID-19 survivors. This cross-sectional study used the Isfahan COVID Cohort (ICC) baseline data.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground And Aim: Myocardial infarction is a common cause of hospitalization, and nutritional behaviors are risk factors in such patients. The present study aimed to determine the effect of education based on the health belief model on nutritional behavior and indices in patients with myocardial infarction.
Methods: The present experimental study examined patients with myocardial infarction in 2021.
Burden of colorectal cancer and its risk factors in the North Africa and Middle East (NAME) region, 1990-2019: a systematic analysis of the global burden of disease study.
BMC Public Health
February 2024
Objective: The geographical differences in incidence rates of colorectal cancer (CRC) and its burden due to modifiable risk factors warrant investigating the CRC burden and its risk factors in different regions. In the current study, we aimed to estimate the burden of CRC and the share of its risk factors in the North Africa and Middle East (NAME), from 1990 to 2019.
Study Design: Systematic review.