- Hearing Loss and Rehabilitation
- Hearing, Cochlea, Tinnitus, Genetics
- Vestibular and auditory disorders
- Ear Surgery and Otitis Media
- Sinusitis and nasal conditions
- Hearing Impairment and Communication
- Noise Effects and Management
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea Research
- Voice and Speech Disorders
- Head and Neck Cancer Studies
- Head and Neck Surgical Oncology
- Healthcare Systems and Reforms
- Health and Well-being Studies
- Airway Management and Intubation Techniques
- Nasal Surgery and Airway Studies
- Tracheal and airway disorders
- Streptococcal Infections and Treatments
- Foreign Body Medical Cases
- Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
- Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins
- Phonocardiography and Auscultation Techniques
- Cleft Lip and Palate Research
- Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies
- Otolaryngology and Infectious Diseases
- Respiratory and Cough-Related Research
Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences
2016-2025
University of Cagliari
2023
Imam Khomeini Hospital
2008-2022
Tehran University of Medical Sciences
2012-2022
Stanford University
1992-2022
ENT and Allergy
2020
Sina Hospital
2009
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
1992
Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) account for 76% of deaths in Iran, and this number is on the rise, parallel with global rates. Many risk factors associated NCDs are preventable; however, it first necessary to conduct observational studies identify relevant most appropriate approach controlling them. Iran a multiethnic country; therefore, 2014 Ministry Health Medical Education launched nationwide cohort study-Prospective Epidemiological Research Studies (PERSIAN)-in order prevalent among...
Objective: Foreign body aspirations comprise the majority of accidental deaths in childhood.Diagnostic delay may cause an increase mortality and morbidity cases without acute respiratory failure.We report our diagnostic compare relevant studies available literature to results.Methods: In Hospital, bronchoscopy was performed on 1015 patients with diagnosis foreign (from 1998 2008).Of these cases, 63.5% were male 36.5% female.Their ages ranged from 2 months 9 years (mean 2.3 years).Diagnosis...
In this cross-sectional investigation, the primary objective was to explore correlation between consumption of polyphenols and likelihood non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in adult population participating Hoveyzeh cohort. Data from cohort study, part Persian Cohort Study, involving 10,009 adults aged 35-70, were analyzed. Exclusions made for missing data, extreme energy intake, cancer patients. Dietary habits assessed using a food frequency questionnaire, polyphenol intake...
Abstract Background Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) were the number one cause of death in Iran. The main risk factors CVDs include unhealthy lifestyles, insulin resistance, hypertension (HTN), and hyperlipidemia. Given that there are modifiable for CVDs, this cross-sectional study aimed to evaluate prevalence their among adults. Methods present was conducted on 9828 adults 35–70 years (both sexes). demographic data, lifestyle habits, anthropometric clinical biochemical parameters collected...
Objective The current study aimed to evaluate cochlear reimplantation rate, causes, and audiological outcomes in a large group of patients multicenter study.
Dyslipidemia is a primary risk factor for cardiovascular disease. This study aims to investigate the prevalence of dyslipidemia and its associated factors in southwest region Iran. population-based cross-sectional was conducted with 9846 participants aged 35 70 Data collected on socioeconomic factors, demographic characteristics, comorbidities, laboratory tests, anthropometric measurements, lifestyle variables. The criteria were based ATP III classification. A multivariable logistic...
Journal Article Kinetics and Viral Protein Specificity of the Cytotoxic T Lymphocyte Response in Healthy Adults Immunized with Live Attenuated Varicella Vaccine Get access Margaret Sharp, Sharp Search for other works by this author on: Oxford Academic PubMed Google Scholar Kehei Terada, Terada Alexandra Wilson, Wilson Sonia Nader, Nader Paul E. Kinchington, Kinchington William T. Ruyechan, Ruyechan John Hay, Hay Ann M. Arvin The Infectious Diseases, Volume 165, Issue 5, May 1992, Pages...
Abstract Background The current study aimed to measure and decompose socioeconomic-related inequalities in DMFT (decayed, missing, filled teeth) index among adults Iran. Methods data were extracted from the adult component of Prospective Epidemiological Research Studies IrAN (PERSIAN) 17 centers 14 different provinces score was used as a dental caries concentration curve relative (RC) quantify DMFT. Results A total 128,813 aged 35 older included study. mean (Standard Deviation [SD]) D, M, F...
Background: The Hoveyzeh cohort study (HCS) is a population-based that conducted in County (South-west Iran). HCS focus on common chronic diseases, disorders and risk factors of NCDs the Arab ethnicity. Methods: A total number 10009 participants (35-70 years old) were recruited this prospective from May 2016 to August 2018. data gathered by trained interviewer through interviewer-administered questionnaires. Also anthropometric measurements, physical examinations, clinical assessments,...
The initial cases of pulmonary infection with the novel corona virus SARS-CoV-2, causing COVID-19, occurred in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China December 2019 and January 2020 (1).The spread through human-to-human transmission has led to a pandemic disastrous consequences all over world.The exponential rate no existing vaccine been great challenge for health care systems.A strategy flatten curve was put forward adjust capacities hospitals particularly intensive units.Governments implemented...
The aim of this research was to study the relationship between anatomical variations neurovascular structures adjacent sphenoid sinus with sex and position appearance by using CT scan. In retrospective paranasal sinuses scan has been taken from 399 patients (210 male, 189 female) that referred Imam Khomeini Apadana Hospitals, Ahwaz, Iran. Furthermore, protrusion dehiscence Internal Carotid Artery (ICA), Maxillary Nerve (MN), Vidian (VN) Optic (ON) into cavity have investigated results. 210...
This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of otomycosis and aetiological agents in Khouzestan province, south-west Iran.This cross-sectional examined cultured 881 swabs from suspected external otitis cases, collected throughout province. Fungal were identified by slide culture complementary tests when necessary.The mean patient age was 37 years. The 20-39 year group had highest otomycosis: 293 comprising 162 (55.3 per cent) women 131 (44.7 men. seasonal distribution cases was: summer,...
The first large serosurvey in Iran found a SARS-CoV-2 antibody seroprevalence of 17.1% among the general population wave epidemic by April, 2020. purpose current study was to assess COVID-19 infection Iranian after third disease.This population-based cross-sectional conducted on 7411 individuals aged ≥10 years old 16 cities across 15 provinces between January and March, 2021. We randomly sampled registered electronic health record system based their national identification numbers invited...
Elevated blood pressure is associated with cardiovascular disease, stroke and chronic kidney disease. In this study, we examined the socioeconomic inequality its related factors in prevalence, Awareness, Treatment Control (ATC) of hypertension (HTN) Iran.
Abstract Postprandial insulin secretion has been associated with metabolic disorders such as hyperlipidemia and type 2 diabetes. Therefore, we aimed to explore the relationship between dietary indices pattern risk of Metabolic Syndrome (MetS). The participants present cross-sectional study were included among individuals who participated in Hoveyzeh Cohort Study (HCS). A total 3905 Iranian adults, aged 35–70 years, are current analysis. Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) is used calculate...
Otitis media with effusion (OME) is a common disease in children. Viral or bacterial infections, allergy, adenoids, functional abnormalities of the Eustachian tube, and gastroesophageal reflux might have possible role pathogenesis OME. However, exact OME still unsettled.The purpose this study was to compare Helicobacter pylori prevalence rates nasopharynx pediatric patients without OME.Eighty-four (50 males 34 females) who were subjected adenoidectomy myringotomy included group. Ninety-one...
Based on many studies, otitis media with effusion (OME) is one of the major causes childhood hearing loss, social malformation and medical costs. The pathogenesis still remains unclear, though it known that this complication closely related to bacterial infections. Alloiococcus otitidis, Haemophilus influenzae, Streptococcus pneumoniae Moraxella catarrhalis are most common pathogens isolated from middle ear effusions (MEEs).Due prevalence OME in children, we decided investigate agents cause...
Socioeconomic status (SES) strongly predicts morbidity and premature mortality, especially for non-communicable diseases (NCDs). However, the effect of these factors on Metabolic Syndrome (MetS) is not clear yet. This study was conducted to assess relationship between socioeconomic indicators MetS.In this prospective cohort study, 10,009 people aged 35-70 enrolled from May 2016 August 2018. The MetS defined according Standard National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP)-adult treatment...