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Iranian South Medical Journal
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ISSN 1735-4374 · Bushehr University of Medical Sciences · 976 articles in the index
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Barriers and Facilitators Information of Pregnant Women\'s: A Scoping Review
Background: Despite the large volume of published health information, pregnant women still face barriers to accessing pregnancy-related resources. The aim of the present study is to identify barriers to and facilitators of information for pregnant women by reviewing resources in this field…
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The effect of Smoking Pattern on Serum Level of Benzo(a)Pyrene (BaP) in Women from Bushehr Province
Background: The carcinogenic compound benzo[a]pyrene (BaP) is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon that threatens women’s health through direct or indirect tobacco use, primarily due to its significant potential for long-term systemic accumulation and toxicity. Materials and Methods: In this study…
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Implementing Telepsychiatry to Reduce Recur-rent Hospitalizations in Patients with Chronic Mental Disorders: A Policy Brief
Background: Chronic psychiatric disorders are associated with a substantial burden of disease, reduced quality of life, and frequent hospitalizations. High readmission rates indicate significant challenges in the continuity of care and access to psychiatric services, often influenced by structural…
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Diagnostic Performance of Semi-Quantitative Indices of Dynamic T1-Weighted Magnetic Resonance Imaging for Presurgical Glioma Grading
Background: In recent years, complementary methods, including imaging-based approaches, have been proposed for better grading of glioma tumors due to the inherent limitations of histopathology as the standard method. This study aimed to determine the diagnostic performance of semi-quantitative…
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Investigating the Presence of Anti-Toxoplasma Antibodies in Newborns in Bushehr, Iran
Background: Toxoplasmosis is one of the most common parasitic infections, which, when transmitted congenitally, can lead to severe complications in neonates. The present study aimed to investigate the presence of anti-Toxoplasma gondii antibodies in the blood samples of newborns in Bushehr, Iran…
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Hearing Health: The Overlooked Priority in Adult and Elderly Care
Background: Sensorineural hearing loss is a major public health concern among adults and older people, contributing to reduced quality of life, cognitive decline, social isolation, and increased healthcare costs. Despite its growing burden, Iran currently lacks a national adult hearing screening…
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Relationship of Serum Levels of High Density Lipoprotein (HDL) and Low Density Lipoprotein (LDL) with the Severity of Parkinson\'s Disease in an Animal Model
Background: Parkinson's disease (PD) is the second most common neurodegenerative disease. Oxidative stress and dyslipidemia may play a key role in the pathogenesis and progression of PD. In this experimental study, the relationship of serum levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and low-density…
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Effects of Quinic Acid and Syringic Acid on Tissue IL-36α Expression in an Acetic Acid Induced Ulcerative Colitis Model
Background: Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory disease of the colon characterized by excessive production of pro-inflammatory cytokines and progressive mucosal damage. IL-36α, a member of the IL-1 cytokine family, plays an important role in amplifying inflammatory responses. This…
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Preparedness of the Referral Hospital of Bushehr Province in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic in 2022
Background: During pandemics and emergencies, including infectious disease epidemics, hospitals play a vital role in the local and national response. Due to the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, this study was conducted to assess the preparedness of the referral hospital to respond to the COVID-19…
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Risk Factors among Infertile Couples Presenting to Omid Persian Gulf Infertility Treatment Center, Bushehr, in 2021
Background: Infertility is one of the most significant reproductive health challenges and is recognized by the World Health Organization as a global concern. Given the lack of comprehensive studies in Bushehr Province, this study aimed to investigate the risk factors among couples presenting to…
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Sources, Concentration Levels, Health Impacts, and Removal Technologies of Boron in Drinking Water: A Narrative Review
Background: Safe drinking water is a fundamental requirement for maintaining and promoting public health. Boron is a trace element that is beneficial to the human body in small amounts; however, at high concentrations, it can exert toxic effects on the gastrointestinal tract, immune system, and…
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Effects of Combined Hypopressive and Specific Pelvic Floor Exercises on Pelvic Floor Muscle Function and Quality of Life in Semi Professional Female Athletes with Stress Urinary Incontinence
Background: Stress urinary incontinence is a condition often associated with impaired pelvic floor muscle function. Selecting an effective treatment approach, particularly for athletes, is crucial to facilitate an early return to sports activities. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the…
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Clinical Characteristics, Recurrence Patterns, and Survival of Children with Wilms Tumor: A Single-Center Retrospective Cohort Study in Ahvaz, 2017–2024
Background: Wilms tumor is the most common renal malignancy in children. Despite therapeutic advances, information on its clinical features, survival, and recurrence pattern in Iran, especially in the southern region, remains limited. This study investigated the epidemiological features and factors…
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Delayed Ventilation CPR Performed by Prehospital Emergency Personnel
Background: Chest compression quality in prehospital resuscitation often remains suboptimal due to interruptions caused by ventilation. The delayed ventilation technique has been proposed to reduce these interruptions; however, sufficient evidence regarding its superiority over the conventional…
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Design of A Multi-epitope Vaccine Candidate against Q Fever based on the Outer Mem-brane Proteins OMP1 and LolB: An Immunoinformatic Study
Background: Q fever—caused by Coxiella burnetii—is a zoonotic disease reported worldwide. It can cause severe complications in the host, manifesting with conditions such as liver, heart, and vascular failure, pneumonia, and long-term chronic fatigue. Given the significant impact of C. burnetii on…
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Knowledge Translation from the Perspective of Basic and Clinical Sciences Faculty Mem-bers at the School of Medicine, Ahvaz Jun-dishapur University of Medical Sciences
Background: Knowledge translation is a purposeful process that facilitates the transfer of research findings to policymakers, decision-makers, and end users with the aim of improving health system performance. This study aimed to investigate the status of knowledge translation from the perspective…
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Trend and Structure Analysis of Hospital Expenditures in Neyshabur University of Med-ical Sciences Hospitals: A Five- Year Study (2019–2023)
Background: Hospitals account for the largest share of the healthcare expenditures. Therefore, understanding the overall structure of these costs is essential for financial sustainability. The aim of this study was to analyze the trend and structure of expenditures in hospitals affiliated with…
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The Effect of Negotiation with Patients on their Level of Trust in Nurses in the Emer-gency Department: A Parallel-Group Randomized Controlled Trial
Background: Effective communication and trust are essential components of the nurse-patient relationship within the emergency department. Patient trust influences adherence to treatment. Negotiation can improve mutual understanding and enhance trust. This study aimed to investigate the effect of…
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The Effect of Auriculotherapy on Postpartum Pain in Newly Delivered Women: A Random-ized Clinical Trial
Background: Postpartum pain is a common condition during the puerperium and may adversely affect maternal recovery and the quality of newborn care. Therefore, the use of complementary and noninvasive approaches for pain management is of clinical importance. This study aimed to determine the effect…
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Perfusion Distribution Changes in Gated-SPECT Myocardial Perfusion Imaging after Chemotherapy in Patients with Breast Cancer
Background: Early detection of chemotherapy-induced cardiotoxicity plays an important role in preventing its progression. This study aimed to investigate early changes in myocardial perfusion distribution after chemotherapy with doxorubicin in patients with breast cancer. Materials and Methods…