Publications by authors named "Solgi R"

Demodex folliculorum (Simon, 1842) has been associated with various dermatological conditions. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of Demodex infestation in medical students with facial dermatoses compared with healthy medical students serving as controls. A total of 250 participants were enrolled, including 150 individuals with facial dermatoses and 100 healthy controls.

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  • The study focuses on evaluating insecticide susceptibility of Anopheles stephensi mosquitoes in Saravan County, Iran, where resistance to insecticides has been previously noted.
  • Field samples were tested against three insecticides (DDT, permethrin, and deltamethrin), revealing potential resistance to pyrethroids and DDT among the population.
  • Additionally, the research identified the presence of the kdr L1014F mutation for the first time in Iran, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring of insecticide resistance and genetic mutations in these mosquitoes.
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In this issue paper, the authors refine the definition of water sustainability to account for temporal dynamics and spatial variability, identify specific challenges that must be resolved in the very near future to avoid catastrophic outcomes on levels ranging from economic disruption to survival of mankind, discuss related policy changes and potential effectiveness, and describe several technologies available to achieve water security and sustainability. While water quality certainly poses formidable challenges, in this piece we emphasize and address challenges associated with dynamic water supply availability. Our future as a society will depend upon how well and how rapidly we navigate these challenges in the coming years.

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Cystic echinococcosis (CE) is one of the most important helminthic diseases in the world with different genotypes distribution. The application of specific genotype antigens together with sera from patients with specific cyst genotypes have not been reported, so far. The present study aimed to apply and evaluate native AgB from Echinococcus granulosus sensu stricto (Eg) and Echinococcus canadensis (Ec) alone or mixture for serodiagnosis of human G1-G3 and G6/G7 genotypes cystic echinococcosis sera, using ELISA and Western blotting.

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  • - The study investigates the isoenzyme patterns of Echinococcus granulosus genotypes in Iran, focusing on both E. granulosus sensu stricto (s.s.) and E. canadensis types through molecular methods and enzyme analysis.
  • - A total of 32 cystic echinococcosis samples were collected from various locations, revealing that 75% were E. granulosus s.s. and 25% were E. canadensis based on DNA analysis.
  • - Results showed distinct isoenzyme patterns between the two genotypes, with variations in enzyme activities, indicating that they may possess unique biochemical characteristics.
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Background: Cryptosporidium parvum is an important coccidian parasite infecting many mammals, including human. This parasite can manifest as chronic severe diarrhea in immunocompromised individuals, especially those with AIDS. The present study reports the recombinant production of recombinant (r)P2 and rP23 antigens of C.

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The allergic reaction due to leech bites is frequently reported due to complications of leech therapy and also unwanted leech infestation. Regularly, the urticarial papules are common, and itching lasts less than 24 h. In the case of leech biting, dermal infection could be caused by leech gut bacterial flora such as Aeromonas spp and histamine from leech saliva.

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Aim: Limited data exist on acanthocephalan infections of hedgehogs in the world. Our objective was to investigate the prevalence and distribution of infection in hedgehogs between August 2021 and March 2022 ( = 30) in the east of Iran.

Methods: At first, infection with was diagnosed based on morphologic features of the adults such as body length, proboscis, and hooks.

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Background: In body tissues, tumors generally have different speeds of sound (SOS) than normal tissues. In this respect, ultrasound computed tomography (UCT) can generate a cross-sectional SOS map as an innovative ultrasound imaging method. This technique can produce images with a resolution of millimeters and a high signal-to-noise ratio.

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The worldwide resurgence of tropical bed bug Cimex hemipterus beginning in the late 1990s has led to growing concern. Molecular data on pyrethroid resistance, which is essential for the control strategies, is unknown for C. hemipterus in Iran.

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Background & Objectives: Visceral leishmaniasis (VL),a protozoan disease caused by Leishmania infantum is a major public health problem and cause of death among infants aged under 1 year and the elderly in endemic foci of Iran. The aim of this study is to determine the status of L.infantum infection in stray dogs from Meshkin-Shahr, a typical endemic area of VL in Iran.

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Malaria is one of the most serious health problems in many countries, including Iran. Accurate diagnosis is important regardless of the elimination status of a country. A cross-sectional study was performed on 105 people who were suspected to be positive for malaria infection in Sistan and Baluchistan, Iran.

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This study was performed to specify the efficiency of imaging nanoparticle concentration as contrast media in dual-energy computed tomography (DECT). Gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) and gold nanoparticles-conjugated folic acid through cysteamine (FA-Cya-AuNPs) were both considered as contrast agents. Characterization of NPs was performed using Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) and zeta potential.

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  • Understanding the prevalence of dirofilariasis in mosquitoes is essential for developing effective vector control programs, especially beyond just treating infected dogs.
  • A systematic review was conducted on studies up to 2019, revealing an overall prevalence of infected mosquitoes ranging from 1.5% to 48.5%, with specific prevalence rates identified in different regions, particularly the Eastern Mediterranean.
  • The analysis found that certain mosquito species, particularly within specific genera, are identified as the main vectors for dirofilariasis, emphasizing the need for targeted control efforts.
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Cystic echinococcosis is an important zoonotic disease that occurs in humans and mammals in general, which causes considerable economic loss and poses health concerns in different parts of the world. The patient involved in this case report was a 28-year old man living in Birjand city who had been suffering from intermittent headache, nausea and vomiting for the past two weeks. The other symptoms presented by the patient were dizziness, blurred vision, seizures and imbalance.

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Objective: Cutaneous leishmaniasis caused by () is an endemic disease in Iran. The current reference drugs, including Glucantime, possess high toxicity in addition to some side-effects. Therefore, there is a growing interest in exploring biomedical plants.

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Purpose: Cystic Echinococcosis (CE) is a medically important disease that is caused by the metacestodes of Echinococcus granulosus. Human hydatid is considered an endemic disease in specific regions of Iran. The goal of the present study was to determine the genetic diversity of E.

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Background: Recently, ultrasonic neuromodulation research has been an important and interesting issue. Ultrasonic neuromodulation is possible by the use of low-intensity transcranial focused ultrasound (tFUS) to stimulate or inhibit the neural structures. The primary capability of this method is the improvement in the treatment progress of certain neurological and psychiatric disorders noninvasively.

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The purpose of this study is to measure the concentration of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) attached to folic acid through cysteamin as the linker (FA-Cys-AuNPs) and AuNPs in KB human nasopharyngeal cancer cells using dual-energy CT (DECT). In this study, nanoparticles with a size of ∼15nm were synthesized and characterised using UV-Vis, TEM, FTIR and ICP-OES analyses. The non-toxicity of nanoparticles was confirmed by MTT assay under various concentrations (40100µg/ml) and incubation times (6, 12 and 24h).

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Molecular analysis of antifolate resistance-associated genes-dihydrofolate reductase (dhfr) and dihydropteroate synthetase (dhps) of Plasmodium vivax is important in predicting the emergence of drug resistance to sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP). The present study aimed to determine the polymorphism of dhfr and dhps genes in P. vivax field isolates.

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as free-living parasites are scattered ubiquitously, throughout the world. This study was aimed to evaluate the presence of spp. genotypes in the recreational water sources in Gorgan County, the capital of Golestan Province using both morphological and molecular approaches.

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Objective: Scorpion venom, considered as a treasure trove of various bioactive molecules, is a new approach to induce cancer cell death via apoptosis pathways. In the present study, we evaluated for first time the anti-proliferative efficacy of Hemiscorpius lepturus scorpion venom and its pathway on a colon carcinoma cell.

Materials And Methods: The CT26 and VERO cell lines were treated with various concentrations of the venom.

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  • Dirofilaria immitis is a parasite affecting carnivorous animals and can infect humans, prompting the need for accurate diagnosis in dogs
  • A study developed a recombinant DgK antigen (rDgK) to improve the accuracy of diagnostic tests for canine dirofilariasis through an indirect ELISA approach
  • Results showed that rDgK has a sensitivity of 92.5% and a specificity of 87.5%, indicating it is a reliable method for detecting this infection in dogs.
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Aluminum phosphide (AlP), one of the most commonly used pesticides worldwide, has been the leading cause of self-poisoning mortalities among many Asian countries. The heart is the main organ affected in AlP poisoning. Melatonin has been previously shown to be beneficial in reversing toxic changes in the heart.

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