Ultrasound and Photoacoustic Imaging for the Guidance of Laser Ablation Procedures.

The accuracy and efficacy of laser ablation procedures depend on the accurate placement of the laser applicator within the diseased tissue, monitoring the real-time temperature during the ablation procedure, and mapping the extent of the ablated region. Ultrasound (US) imaging has been widely used to guide ablation procedures. While US imaging offers significant advantages for guiding ablation procedures, its limitations include low imaging contrast, angular dependency, and limited ability to monitor the temperature.

A new topical treatment of atopic dermatitis in pediatric patients based on Ficus carica L. (Fig): A randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial.

Background: Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common, chronic, relapsing and inflammatory skin disease characterized by pruritus and xerosis (dry skin). Its prevalence is on the increase worldwide, particularly in children. As the pathogenesis of AD involves a complex interaction of genetic, environmental and immunological factors, its definitive treatment is difficult.

Benefits, barriers, and limitations on the use of Hospital Incident Command System.

Hospital Incident Command System (HICS) has been established with the mission of prevention, response, and recovery in hazards. Regarding the key role of hospitals in medical management of events, the present study is aimed at investigating benefits, barriers, and limitations of applying HICS in hospital. Employing a review study, articles related to the aforementioned subject published from 1995 to 2016 were extracted from accredited websites and databases such as PubMed, Google Scholar, Elsevier, and SID by searching keywords such as HICS, benefits, barriers, and limitations.

Root-crown ratio in permanent dentition using panoramic radiography in a selected Iranian population.

Statement Of The Problem: Determining the crown-root ratio is crucial in many dental clinical decisions. There are no reliable data presented for Iranian population.

Purpose: The aim of this study was to assess the root-crown ratio of permanent teeth with regards to the relationship of gender and jaw type using panoramic radiographs.

External Evaluation of Four Hospitals According to Patient-centred Care Standards.

Introduction: Hospital accreditation is a multi-factorial issue. The aim of the current study was to accredit social security organization and university hospitals (that certificated by ISO 9001-2008) in Isfahan, the second largest city of Iran, based on Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation standards.

Methods: Accreditation of four hospitals was evaluated and compared in a cross-sectional study.

Do electronic health records standards help implementing patient bill of rights in hospitals?

Introduction: Patient bill of rights (PBR) calls for equal rights to access health services for all patients. It makes a foundation for preserving good relationships between patients, doctors and other healthcare staffs. Third Edition of national PBR was published in Iran in 2009.