Low level laser therapy and rheumatoid arthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis study.

This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the efficacy of Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), focusing on its effects on pain relief, grip strength, and morning stiffness. A comprehensive search was conducted across PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science, yielding 3,111 articles. After eliminating duplicates and screening titles and abstracts, 94 full-text articles were assessed, and 23 studies met the eligibility criteria for inclusion in the systematic review.

Molecular Mechanism of lncRNAs in Regulation of Breast Cancer Metastasis; a Comprehensive Review.

Although the number of breast cancer deaths has decreased, and there have been developments in targeted therapies and combination treatments for the management of metastatic illness, metastatic breast cancer is still the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths in U.S. women.

Effectiveness of smoking cessation interventions among adults: an overview of systematic reviews.

Background: This overview of reviews aims to identify evidence on the benefits (i.e. tobacco use abstinence and reduction in smoking frequency) and harms (i.

Bio-synthesis, purification and structural analysis of Cyclosporine-A produced by Tolypocladium inflatum with valorization of agro-industrial wastes.

Cyclosporine A (CyA) holds significant importance as a strategic immunosuppressive drug for organ transplant patients. In this study, we aimed to produce pure and cost-effective Cyclosporine A (CyA) by fermenting a culture medium containing dairy sludge, using Tolypocladium inflatum PTCC 5253. Following the fermentation stage, ethyl acetate extraction and fast protein liquid chromatography were employed for sample purification.

Stakeholder perspectives on electronic prescribing in primary care: A scoping review.

Background: Electronic prescribing (e-prescribing) provides a convenient, efficient, paperless mechanism for the legal transfer of prescriptions between service users, prescribers, and dispensers. There have been advances in e-prescribing processes and increased uptake of e-prescribing globally, in recent years.

Objective: To explore stakeholder perspectives on e-prescribing in primary care settings.

Quercetin as a possible complementary therapy in multiple sclerosis: Anti-oxidative, anti-inflammatory and remyelination potential properties.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex autoimmune disorder of the central nervous system (CNS) which causes various symptoms such as fatigue, dyscoordination weakness and visual weakness. The intricacy of the immune system and obscure etiology are the main reasons for the lack of a definite treatment for MS. Oxidative stress is one of the most important key factors in MS pathogenesis.

Role of demographic variables in investigating occupational stress of disaster and emergency medical management center.

Background: Emergency medical services face stressful environments such as departments dealing with injuries and sick patients that pose challenging situations for the healthcare staff. This present study investigates the role of demographic variables in investigating occupational stress of disaster and emergency medical management center in 2021.

Materials And Methods: This present descriptive study selected a sample size of 200 medical personnel associated with disaster and emergency medical management center in Iran, according to the inclusion chosen criteria.

Investigating the factors affecting the self-care behaviors of patients with type II diabetes and the role of demographic variables: A case study in Iran.

Background: Self-care practices in diabetes patients are crucial to keep the illness under control and prevent complications. Effective management of diabetes will be a difficult task without an adequate understanding of the current level of practice related to diabetes self-care. Therefore, this study aims to assess the factors affecting the self-care behaviors of patients with type II diabetes and the role of demographic variables in Iran.

Bochdalek hernia presenting as recurrent fever and bicytopenia in a pediatric patient: A rare case report.

Bochdalek hernia is a rare condition characterized by the displacement of abdominal contents into the thoracic cavity. Due to the nonspecific nature of symptoms, prompt diagnosis, and management by emergency care providers can be challenging. Treatment of a Bochdalek hernia typically involves the reduction in the herniated contents back into the abdominal cavity.

Interaction of dietary patterns with rs28362491 on severity of coronary artery stenosis in patients undergoing coronary angiography.

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is one of the most important cardiovascular diseases. Lifestyle and genetic factors play important roles in the development of CAD. The aim of the study is to examine the interaction of dietary patterns and genes on the likelihood of abnormal lipid profile and coronary artery stenosis in Iranians undergoing coronary angiography.

Recent advances in removal of inorganic anions from water by chitosan-based composites: A comprehensive review.

Chitosan is a modified natural carbohydrate polymer that has been found in the exoskeletons of crustaceans (e.g., lobsters, shrimps, krill, barnacles, crayfish, etc.

Structural characterization of exopolysaccharide from Leuconostoc mesenteroides P35 and its binding interaction with bovine serum albumin using surface plasmon resonance biosensor.

This paper describes the structural elucidation of Leuconostoc mesenteroides P35 exopolysaccharide (EPS-LM). Ln. mesenteroides P35 strain was isolated from a French goat cheese for its capacity to produce EPS increasing the viscosity of a whey-based fermentation medium.

Seizure-Induced Cardiomyopathy: A Case of Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Following an Epileptic Event.

We present a case, written with the assistance of the Chat Generative Pre-training Transformer (ChatGPT) Artificial Intelligence (AI), of a 75-year-old female with a history of hypertension, epilepsy, coronary artery disease, and alcohol use disorder. She presented with a tonic-clonic seizure, tachycardia, and a cyanotic right hand. Diagnostic tests revealed stress-induced cardiomyopathy, patent bilateral subclavian and axillary arteries with heavy calcification of bilateral upper extremity arteries, and a small filling defect in the segmental branch of the left lower lobe.

Not Another Pleural Effusion: A Unique Case of Metastatic Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma.

The etiology of complicated pleural effusion can be vast. We present a unique case of an unsuspected metastatic endometrial stromal sarcoma (ESS) in an asymptomatic patient with an incidentally found complicated pleural effusion. A 69-year-old female with no pertinent past medical history was referred to pulmonology for an effusion noted on a routine chest X-ray.

Controlled-release hydromorphone and risk of infection in adults: a systematic review.

Background: Preliminary evidence suggests that people who inject drugs (PWID) may be at an increased risk of developing infective endocarditis (IE), hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection, and/or human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection from hydromorphone controlled-release formulation. The hypothesized mechanism is related to insolubility of the drug, which promotes reuse, leading to contamination of injecting equipment. However, this relationship has not been confirmed.

Preparation of superhydrophobic, green, and eco-friendly modified polylactic acid foams for separation oil from water.

Developing a facile and green strategy to fabricate polymer foams with super hydrophobicity and eco-friendliness for large-scale oil-water separation remains a challenge. In this study, biocompatible polylactic acid polymer foam modified by nanochitosan and stearic acid was used to remove petroleum and organic contaminants in water. All three materials used to prepare and modify this foam are green and inexpensive.

Glucocorticoid Therapy in COVID-19-Induced Organizing Pneumonia: A Rare Occurrence.

Background Although the incidence of post-COVID-19 organizing pneumonia (OP) is low, the mortality and morbidity in select patients appear to be high. Anticipating specific populations who may be at higher risk and initiating treatment earlier could reduce mortality. Research question Does treatment with high dose, standard dose, or no glucocorticoids for COVID-19 infection impact the incidence and clinical outcome in COVID-19-induced OP? Study design and methods This was a single-center, retrospective, observational cohort study conducted from 03/01/2020 to 06/30/2021 in hospitalized patients over the age of 18 with confirmed COVID-19 infection and computed tomography (CT) scan evidence of OP.

Global evidence of gender equity in academic health research: a scoping review.

Objectives: To chart the global literature on gender equity in academic health research.

Design: Scoping review.

Participants: Quantitative studies were eligible if they examined gender equity within academic institutions including health researchers.

Prediction of self-care behaviors among diabetic patients based on social cognitive theory.

Background: Diabetes is a global health issue and the most prevalent chronic metabolic disease, which requires lifelong self-care behaviors. Thus, the present study was conducted with the aim of predicting the factors of self-care behaviors based on social cognitive theory in diabetic patients referred to comprehensive health service centers in Fasa.

Methods: This cross-sectional research comprised 106 type 2 diabetes patients who were referred to Fasa service providers to determine the optimal solution.

Comparison of clinicodemographic characteristics and pattern of vascular involvement in 126 patients with Takayasu arteritis: a report from Iran and Turkey.

Takayasu arteritis (TA) is an extremely uncommon vasculitis that primarily affects the aorta and its branches. Due to the genetic and ethnicity effect, a diverse array of TA clinical manifestations has been reported worldwide. The purpose of the present study was to compare the clinicodemographic characteristics and pattern of vascular involvement of Iranian and Turkish TA patients.

The influence of ultraviolet radiation on aflatoxin producing species' isolated from Iranian rice.

Cereal grains are a favorable habitat for aflatoxin- producing fungus to develop. the current investigation was carried out to evaluate the quantity and kind of contaminated imported grains and rice generated in the province of Shiraz, Iran. A total of 60 random rice samples were taken from paddy fields in October and November 2020.

Turmeric for Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Systematic Review of Population-Based Evidence.

Background: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a highly prevalent disorder of the gut interaction characterized by abdominal discomfort and pain associated with altered bowel habits in the absence of structural abnormalities. In spite of IBS' high prevalence and disease burden across the globe, no explanations have been given as to its underlying pathophysiology. As for the treatment of IBS, there is no specific medication, and the most beneficial treatment is usually supportive therapy.