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Choobdar FA, Vahedi Z, Mazouri A, Torkaman M, Khosravi N, Khalesi N, Soltani Z, Mohazzab A, Ashkanipour R. Safety and Efficacy of 2.5 mg and 1.25 mg Nebulized Salbutamol Compared with Placebo on Transient Tachypnea of the Newborns: A Triple-Blind Phase II/III Parallel Randomized Controlled Trial. J Aerosol Med Pulm Drug Deliv 2024. [PMID: 38687321 DOI: 10.1089/jamp.2023.0043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/02/2024] Open
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Background: To evaluate the safety and efficacy of 2.5 and 1.25 mg nebulized salbutamol on Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) compared with placebo. Methods: We conducted a triple-blind, phase II/III parallel randomized controlled trial in two university-affiliated hospitals with neonatal intensive care units. Newborns with a confirmed diagnosis of TTN, with gestational age >35 weeks and gestational weight >2 kg were included. Cases of asphyxia, meconium aspiration syndrome, and persistent pulmonary hypertension were excluded. Ninety eligible patients were randomly allocated in three intervention groups (2.5 mg salbutamol, 1.25 mg salbutamol, and placebo), and a single-dose nebulized product was prescribed 6 hours after the birth. Safety outcomes included postintervention tachycardia, hyperglycemia, hypokalemia, and changes in blood pressure. To evaluate the efficacy, the duration of postintervention tachypnea, TTN clinical score, and clinical and paraclinical respiratory indices were assessed. Parents, Outcome assessors, and data analyzer were blind to the intervention. Results: There was no adverse reaction, including tachycardia, hypokalemia, and jitteriness. Both groups of salbutamol recipients showed significant improvement regarding respiratory rate, TTN clinical score, and oxygenation indices compared with the placebo (p-values <0.001). Nonstatistically significant higher hospital stay was observed in the placebo group. Single 2.5 mg salbutamol nebulization showed a little better outcome than the dose of 1.25 mg, although we could not find statistical superiority. Conclusion: The newly applied single high dose of 2.5 mg nebulized salbutamol is safe in treating TTN and leads to notable faster improvement of respiratory status without any considerable adverse reaction. Registry code: IRCT20190328043133N1.
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- Farhad Abolhasan Choobdar
- Ali-Asghar Children's Hospital, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran
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- Ali-Asghar Children's Hospital, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran
- Firooz Abadi Hospital, and School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran
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- Shahid Akbar Abadi Clinical Research Development Unit (ShACRDU), School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pediatric, Faculty of Medicine, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Ali-Asghar Children's Hospital, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran
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- Ali-Asghar Children's Hospital, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran
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- Ali-Asghar Children's Hospital, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran
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- School of Public Health, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran
- Reproductive Biotechnology Research Center, Avicenna Research Institute, ACECR, Tehran, Iran
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- Ali-Asghar Children's Hospital, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran
- Department of Pediatric, Faculty of Medicine, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Vahedi Z, Kazemi Z, Sharifnezhad A, Mazloumi A. Perceived Discomfort, Neck Kinematics, and Muscular Activity During Smartphone Usage: A Comparative Study. Hum Factors 2024; 66:437-450. [PMID: 35477293 DOI: 10.1177/00187208221087760] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The present study aims to evaluate the effects of posture, task, and handgrip style on discomfort, neck kinematics, and concomitant muscular activity when using a smartphone (SP). BACKGROUND Along with the popularity of smartphones, musculoskeletal disorders have become prevalent among smartphone users. However, comprehensive aspects of discomfort, kinematics, and electromyographic responses across various conditions remain to be investigated. METHOD Twenty-four young smartphone users performed typing, video watching, and reading tasks while holding the smartphone both with one hand and with two hands while either sitting or standing. Neck kinematics and muscular activities were simultaneously recorded. RESULTS Working with SPs led to higher discomfort in the neck (p = 0.01), lower back (p = 0.01), and shoulder (p = 0.04) while sitting as compared to standing. Sitting was associated with greater neck flexion and more minor lateral bending for all tasks and grip styles (p < 0.05). Electromyographic analysis indicated significant differences between sitting and standing, with alterations being dependent on the test condition. Moreover, neck kinematics and muscular activities significantly differed based on the task nature, handgrip, and interactions. CONCLUSION This study highlights the risk of using smartphones in increased neck angle flexion and muscular activities fatigue. Thus, posture and handgrip should be considered while using SPs. As each test condition affects a specific dependent variable, a holistic approach is required to evaluate the responses of SP users' musculoskeletal systems. APPLICATION Results can be applied to develop guidelines for musculoskeletal disorders/discomfort prevention among SP users, especially with the rise of smartphone use during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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- Zahra Vahedi
- Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Department of Industrial Engineering, Clemson University, Clemson, USA
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- Centre of Sports Biomechanics, Sport Sciences Research Institute, Tehran, Iran
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- Sports Medicine Research Center, Neuroscience Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran, Department of Occupational Health Engineering, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences
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Karoobi M, Azimi A, Zarei H, Saboute M, Khalessi N, Vahedi Z. Comparison of prematurity-related outcomes and complications in very low birth weight (VLBW) neonates fed with mother`s own milk versus donor milk: a comparative study. Turk J Pediatr 2024; 66:25-31. [PMID: 38523376 DOI: 10.24953/turkjped.2023.684] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/26/2024]
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BACKGROUND When mother`s own milk (MOM) is unavailable or insufficient, donor milk (DM) from a human milk bank serves as an alternative feeding option. Our study sought to investigate and compare the outcomes and complications of very low birth weight (VLBW) preterm infants who receive MOM versus DM. METHODS In this retrospective cohort study conducted between 2018 and 2022, we compared 70 VLBW preterm infants exclusively fed with DM to 70 randomly selected counterparts fed with MOM. Both groups began enteral feeding within 72 hours of birth. Various clinical outcomes were investigated during a three-month follow-up. The clinical outcomes were compared via independent t-tests, Mann-Whitney U, and Fisher`s exact test. RESULTS The mean gestational age of the infants who were included was 29.6 ± 1.6 weeks, 84 (60%) were males, and the average birth weight was 1217 ± 151 grams. Both groups had similar baseline characteristics. The results of the study demonstrated no statistically significant differences between the groups in terms of hospital length of stay (37±16.3 days in MOM vs 40.3±16.9 days in DM group, P= 0.17), growth rate (13±4 gram/day in MOM vs 13±4 gram/day in DM group, P=0.51), growth velocity (9.8±3.0g/kg/d in MOM vs 9.5±3.2 g/kg/d in DM group), infants with in-hospital vomiting (51 cases in MOM vs 59 cases in DM group, P=0.15),vomiting frequency (1.3±1.1 times in MOM vs 1.5±1.0 times in DM group), incidence of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) (4 cases in MOM vs 5 cases in DM group, P > 0.999) and incidence of bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) (7 cases in MOM vs 6 cases in DM group, P > 0.999). CONCLUSION Our study findings indicate that the utilization of DM didn`t have a substantial negative impact on infants` outcomes nor any complications in comparison with MOM.
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- Majid Karoobi
- Department of Pediatrics, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran
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- Rajaie Cardiovascular Medical and Research Center, University of Medical Sciences, Tehran
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- Physiology Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pediatrics, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran
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- Department of Pediatrics, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran
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- Department of Pediatrics, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran
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Houjaghani H, Mohammadi N, Vahedi Z, Vafaei Shahi M, Behmadi R. The Effect of Birth Hour on Neonatal Morbidity and Mortality in Very-Low Birth Weight Infants in a Teaching Hospital. Turk Arch Pediatr 2023; 58:527-530. [PMID: 37584469 PMCID: PMC10543069 DOI: 10.5152/turkarchpediatr.2023.23071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2023] [Accepted: 07/16/2023] [Indexed: 08/17/2023]
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OBJECTIVE With the increase in the preterm birth rate, the factors influencing mortality and morbidity in very-low-birth weight neonates have gained importance in recent years. The results of available studies on the influence of birth hour on the mortality and morbidity rates of preterm infants are contradictory. Moreover, no study on this topic has been conducted in our region. MATERIALS AND METHODS This retrospective cohort study was conducted on 127 very-low-birth weight newborns based on birth hour. The newborns were divided into 2 groups, the first born during working hours (7:00 am to 11:59 pm) and the second born during after-hours care (12-6:59 am). Mortality and major diseases were compared using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences by Fisher's exact tests, Pearson's chi-squared test, and independent t-tests. The statistical significance level for all analyses was set at P < .05 and the CI at 95%. RESULTS Based on the results of this study in terms of neonatal mortality and major morbidities such as intraventricular hemorrhage and the need for prolonged mechanical ventilation, no significant difference was found between the 2 groups, but the difference in appearance, pulse, grimace, activity, respiration (APGAR) score at the fifth minute was statistically significant and was lower at the working hours. CONCLUSION The results of the study may be due to appropriate allocation of resources, assignment of tasks, and professionalism of care in our study area. Further study is needed to determine the differences in clinical care processes that cause these results.
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- Hirad Houjaghani
- Iran University of Medical Sciences Faculty of Medicine, Tehran, Iran
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- Iran University of Medical Sciences Faculty of Medicine, Tehran, Iran
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- Iran University of Medical Sciences Faculty of Medicine, Tehran, Iran
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- Growth and Development Research Center, Institute of Endocrionology and Metabolism, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran
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- Firoozabadi Clinical Research Development Unit (FACRDU), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Izadi M, Javanbakht M, Sarafzadeh A, Einollahi B, Futuhi F, Vahedi Z, Zhao S, Jonaidi-Jafari N, Hosseini MS, Nejad JH, Naeimi E, Saadat SH, Ghaleh HEG, Fazel M, Einollahi Z, Cegolon L. Correction: Efficacy of ozone therapy on visual evoked potentials in diabetic patients. Diabetol Metab Syndr 2023; 15:153. [PMID: 37415225 DOI: 10.1186/s13098-023-01127-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/08/2023] Open
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- Morteza Izadi
- Health Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Nephrology and Urology Research Center, Clinical Science Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Biostatistics, Faculty of Medicine, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran.
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- Nephrology and Urology Research Center, Clinical Science Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Nephrology Department, Loghman Hakim Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Hazrat-E Ali. Asghar Pediatrics Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- JC School of Public Health and Primary Care, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Health Research Center, Lifestyle Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Neuroscience Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Endocrinology and Metabolism Department, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Behavioral Sciences Research Center, Lifestyle Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Nephrology Research Center, Shariati Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical, Surgical & Health Sciences, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy
- Occupational Medicine Unit, University Health Agency Giuliano-ISontina (ASUGI), Trieste, Italy
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Kheiri SK, Vahedi Z, Sun H, Megahed FM, Cavuoto LA. Functional ANOVA for Upper Extremity Fatigue Analysis during Dynamic Order Picking. IISE Trans Occup Ergon Hum Factors 2023; 11:123-135. [PMID: 38536045 DOI: 10.1080/24725838.2024.2331182] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2023] [Accepted: 03/12/2024] [Indexed: 04/20/2024]
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OCCUPATIONAL APPLICATIONSMusculoskeletal disorders are prevalent among warehouse workers who engage in repetitive and dynamic tasks. To prevent such injuries, it is vital to identify the factors that influence fatigue in the upper extremities during these repetitive activities. Our study reveals that task factors, namely the bottle mass and picking rate, significantly influence upper extremity fatigue. In most cases, the fatigue indicator is a functional variable, meaning that the fatigue score or measurement is a curve captured over time, which could be modeled as a function. In this study, we demonstrate that functional data analysis tools, such as functional analysis of variance (FANOVA), prove more effective than traditional methods in specifying how task factors contribute to the development of fatigue in the upper extremities. Furthermore, since there are inherent differences among workers that could affect their fatigue development process, the data heterogeneity could be tackled by employing clustering methods.
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- Industrial and Systems Engineering, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Mechanical Engineering, University of Georgia, Athens, GA, USA
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- Information Systems & Analytics, Miami University, Oxford, OH, USA
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- Industrial and Systems Engineering, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, USA
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Izadi M, Javanbakht M, Sarafzadeh A, Einollahi B, Futuhi F, Vahedi Z, Zhao S, Jonaidi-Jafari N, Hosseini MS, Nejad JH, Naeimi E, Saadat SH, Ghaleh HEG, Fazel M, Einollahi Z, Cegolon L. Efficacy of ozone therapy on visual evoked potentials in diabetic patients. Diabetol Metab Syndr 2023; 15:140. [PMID: 37365632 DOI: 10.1186/s13098-023-01114-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2023] [Accepted: 06/16/2023] [Indexed: 06/28/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The involvement of the central nervous system is a frequent yet underestimated complication of diabetes mellitus. Visual evoked potentials (VEP) are a simple, sensitive, and noninvasive method for detecting early alterations in central optic pathways. The objective of this paralleled randomized controlled trial was to evaluate the impact of ozone therapy on visual pathways in diabetic patients. METHODS Sixty patients with type 2 diabetes visiting clinics of Baqiyatallah university in Tehran (Iran) hospital were randomly assigned to two experimental groups: Group 1 (N = 30) undergoing a cycle of 20 sessions of systemic oxygen-ozone therapy in addition to standard therapy for metabolic control; Group 2 (N = 30)-serving as control-receiving only standard therapy against diabetes. The primary study endpoints were two VEP parameters; P100 wave latency and P100 amplitude at 3 months. Moreover, HbA1c levels were measured before the start of treatment and three months later as secondary study endpoint. RESULTS All 60 patients completed the clinical trial. P100 latency significantly reduced at 3 months since baseline. No correlation was found between repeated measures of P100 wave latency and HbA1c (Pearson's r = 0.169, p = 0.291). There was no significant difference between baseline values and repeated measures of P100 wave amplitude over time in either group. No adverse effects were recorded. CONCLUSIONS Ozone therapy improved the conduction of impulses in optic pathways of diabetic patients. The improved glycemic control following ozone therpay may not fully explain the reduction of P100 wave latency though; other mechanistic effects of ozone may be involved.
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- Morteza Izadi
- Health Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Nephrology and Urology Research Center, Clinical Science Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Biostatistics, Faculty of Medicine, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran.
- Nephrology Department, Loghman Hakim Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Nephrology and Urology Research Center, Clinical Science Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biostatistics, Faculty of Medicine, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran
- Nephrology Department, Loghman Hakim Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Hazrat-E Ali. Asghar Pediatrics Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- JC School of Public Health and Primary Care, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Health Research Center, Lifestyle Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Neuroscience Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Endocrinology and Metabolism Department, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Behavioral Sciences Research Center, Lifestyle Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Nephrology Research Center, Shariati Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical, Surgical & Health Sciences, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy
- Occupational Medicine Unit, University Health Agency Giuliano-ISontina (ASUGI), Trieste, Italy
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Choobdar FA, Shahhosseini P, Vahedi Z, Khosravi N, Khalesi N, Ghassemzadeh M. Comparison of the efficacy of inhaled versus infused milrinone in the management of persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn in resource-limited settings: A randomized clinical trial. Pediatr Pulmonol 2023. [PMID: 37133219 DOI: 10.1002/ppul.26451] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2022] [Revised: 04/08/2023] [Accepted: 04/16/2023] [Indexed: 05/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND The standard treatment for persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN) is inhaled nitric oxide (iNO), which is not available in Iran. Consequently, other drugs, such as milrinone, are prescribed. So far, no study has investigated the effectiveness of inhaled milrinone in the management of PPHN. The present study aimed to improve the management of PPHN in the absence of iNO. METHODS In this randomized clinical trial, neonates with PPHN, admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit of Hazrat Ali-Asghar and Akbar-Abadi hospitals, were treated with intravenous dopamine infusion and randomly divided into two groups, receiving milrinone through inhalation or infusion rout. The neonates were evaluated by Doppler echocardiography, clinical examinations, and oxygen demand test. The neonates were also evaluated for the clinical symptoms and mortality in the follow-up. RESULTS A total of 31 infants, with a median age of 2 days (interquartile range = 4), were included in this study. There was a significant decrease in the peak systolic and mean pulmonary arterial pressure in both inhalation and infusion groups following milrinone administration, with no significant difference between the groups (p = 0.584 and p = 0.147, respectively). There was no significant difference between the two groups regarding the mean systolic blood pressure before and after treatment. Additionally, diastolic blood pressure was significantly lower in the infusion group after treatment (p = 0.020); however, the amount of reduction was not significantly different between the groups (p = 0.928). Overall, 83.9% of the participants achieved full recovery, 75% of whom were in the infusion group and 93.3% in the inhalation group (p = 0.186). CONCLUSION Milrinone inhalation can have similar effects to milrinone infusion as an adjunct treatment in the management of PPHN. Also, infusion and inhalation of milrinone showed similar safety.
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- Farhad Abolhasan Choobdar
- Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Subspecialty of Neonatal and perinatal medicine, Ali-Asghar Children's Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Ali-Asghar Children's Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Firouzabadi Hospital, Subspecialty of Neonatal and perinatal medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Subspecialty of Neonatal and perinatal medicine, Ali-Asghar Children's Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Subspecialty of Neonatal and perinatal medicine, Ali-Asghar Children's Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Hakim Children's Hospital, Subspecialty of Neonatal and perinatal medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Kalhor M, Vahedi Z, Gharoubi H. Design of a new method for one-pot synthesis of 2-amino thiazoles using trichloroisocyanuric acid in the presence of a novel multi-functional and magnetically catalytic nanosystem: Ca/4-MePy-IL@ZY-Fe 3O 4. RSC Adv 2023; 13:9208-9221. [PMID: 36950710 PMCID: PMC10026822 DOI: 10.1039/d3ra00758h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2023] [Accepted: 03/16/2023] [Indexed: 03/22/2023] Open
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In this study, an effective approach was developed to synthesize a novel, multifunctional ionic liquid nanocatalyst based on zeolite-Y with 4-methylpyridinium chloride (4-MePy-Cl) and calcium ions (Ca/4-MePy-IL@ZY). Then, Fe3O4 nanoparticles were produced inside the zeolite pores with the use of ultrasonic waves. XRD, FESEM, FT-IR, EDX-Map, TGA-DTA, VSM, BET, and atomic absorption techniques were used to identify the structure of the magnetic nanocomposite. Then, its catalytic activity in the one-pot synthesis of 2-aminothiazoles using trichloroisocyanuric acid (TCCA) as a green supplier of halogen ions for intermediates was studied. To provide ideal conditions for the preparation of pure products, first, the one-pot reaction of acetophenone and thiourea in various solvents, different temperatures, and the presence of different amounts of nanocatalysts and the molar amount of TCCA was used. Next, the reaction was investigated in the one-pot preparation of 2-aminothiazole derivatives under optimal conditions. This method replaces iodine (I2), a toxic reagent, for the first time with TCCA, a safe and sustainable source of halogen. The use of non-toxic solvent and a cheap, safe, recyclable nanocatalyst, quick reaction times, high efficiency, and ease of nanocatalyst separation with the aid of a magnet are additional benefits of this method. This has led to this procedure being classified as "green chemistry".
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- Mehdi Kalhor
- Department of Chemistry, Payame Noor University Tehran 19395-4697 Iran +98 2537179170 +98 2537179170
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- Department of Chemistry, Payame Noor University Tehran 19395-4697 Iran +98 2537179170 +98 2537179170
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- Department of Chemistry, Payame Noor University Tehran 19395-4697 Iran +98 2537179170 +98 2537179170
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Vahedi Z, Kheiri SK, Hajifar S, Lamooki SR, Sun H, Megahed FM, Cavuoto LA. The relationship between ratings of perceived exertion (RPE) and relative strength for a fatiguing dynamic upper extremity task: A consideration of multiple cycles and conditions. J Occup Environ Hyg 2023; 20:136-142. [PMID: 36799881 PMCID: PMC11063909 DOI: 10.1080/15459624.2023.2180512] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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The goal of this study was to evaluate the relationship between ratings of perceived exertion (RPE) and relative strength with respect to baseline for a fatiguing free dynamic task targeting the upper extremity, namely simulated order picking, and determine whether the relationship remains the same for different conditions (i.e., pace and weight) and with fatigue. Fourteen participants (seven males, seven females) performed four sessions that included two 45-min work periods separated by 15 min of rest. The work periods involved picking weighted bottles from shoulder height and packaging them at waist height for four combinations of bottle mass and picking rate: 2.5 kg-15 bottles per minute (bpm), 2.5 kg-10 bpm, 2.5 kg-5 bpm, and 1.5 kg-15 bpm. Participants reported their RPEs every 5 min and performed a maximum isometric shoulder flexion exertion every 9 min. Pearson product-moment correlation was used to evaluate the linear relationship between RPE and relative strength for each subject and work period. Then, the effects of condition and work period on the average relationship were assessed using a repeated-measures analysis of variance (ANOVA). For the first 45-min period, there were no significantly different correlations between RPE and relative strength across conditions (average r = -0.62 (standard deviation = 0.38); p = 0.57). There was a significant decrease in average correlation for the second work period (r = -0.39 (0.53)). These results suggest that individual subjective responses consistently increase while relative strength declines when starting from a non-fatigued state. However, correlations are weaker when re-engaging in work following incomplete recovery. Thus, starting fatigue levels should be accounted for when considering the expected relationship between RPE and relative strength.
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- Zahra Vahedi
- Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York
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- Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York
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- Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York
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- Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York
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- Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York
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- Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York
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Shahbakhsh G, Vahedi Z, Vahedi P. Modified Ondra's Formula to Predict Post-Op SVA after Lumbar PSO: A Preliminary Report Verified by Simulated Post-op Images Via Surgimap Software. Turk Neurosurg 2022. [PMID: 36066060 DOI: 10.5137/1019-5149.jtn.37295-21.2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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AIM This study aimed to introduce a new mathematical formula to predict sagittal vertical axis (SVA) changes after lumbar pedicle subtraction osteotomy (PSO). MATERIAL AND METHODS This cross-sectional study included 43 patients. Lateral full spinal radiographs were exported from Picture Archiving and Communicating Systemand imported to Surgimap (NemarisInc,New York, NY, version 2.3.1.1) software for PSO simulation. Regression analysis was done on the first 16 cases to find a constant variable (K) in the proposed formula. PSOs of 15°, 20°,25°, 30°, and 35°were simulated at L3,L4, and L5 for each patient, and the simulated postoperative SVAs were compared to predict postoperative SVA. Paired T-Test, Spearman test, and analysis of variance were applied to analyze the results. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences software (Version 24.0) was used for the statistical analysis. RESULTS Postoperative SVA was different in terms of PSO level and degree, with a mean of 74.87±37.88, 66.12±38.33, and 56.95±38.53 at 15°; 61.76±36.68, 50.13±37.32, and 43.03±36.67 at 20°; 48.61±35.60, 39.13±35.35, and 43.18±31.56 at 25°; and 37.73±33.78, 42.38±28.76, and 44.81±16.85 at 30° for L3, L4, and L5, respectively (P 0.05). The mean difference between the predicted SVA using the formula and the SVA simulated using Surgimap software was 2.37, 2.09, and 0.47 mm atL3, L4, andL5 levels, respectively. The mathematical formula was highly predictive for postoperative simulated SVA values in all three vertebral levels (L3-L5) (P 0.05). Additionally, a strong relationship was found between the vertebral level and the amount of SVA correction (Spearman correlation: 0.7-0.9). CONCLUSION The mathematical formula is an accurate predictor of postoperative SVA and is helpful in PSO surgical planning. However, future studies are recommended to verify its accuracy in a clinical setting.
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- Ghazal Shahbakhsh
- Islamic Azad University of Medical Sciences, Tehran Medical Sciences, Department of Neurosurgery, Tehran, Iran
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Vahedi Z, Moshari A, Moshari M. Efficacy of adding dexmedetomidine to lidocaine to enhance inferior alveolar nerve block in patients with asymptomatic irreversible pulpitis: double-blind randomized clinical trial. Clin Oral Investig 2022; 26:4727-4734. [PMID: 35267097 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-022-04436-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2021] [Accepted: 02/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVES This randomized, double-blind study was to determine whether dexmedetomidine (DEX) helped to improve the inferior alveolar nerve block's (IANB) success in patients with asymptomatic irreversible pulpitis (AIP). We hypothesized that adding DEX to lidocaine enhances the anesthetic effect of lidocaine to a satisfactory level by localizing anesthesia in a safer way. MATERIALS AND METHODS Fifty adult volunteers with AIP in a first or second mandibular molar were randomly assigned to two groups to either receive 1.4 ml 2% plain lidocaine or 1.4 ml 2% lidocaine + 0.4 ml (40 μg) DEX, for standard IANB injection. Access cavity preparation initiated 10-15 min postinjection when the patient reported lower lip numbness and had two negative electric pulp tests (EPTs) with 5-min intervals. Heft-Parker visual analog scale (VAS) was used to report pain in three steps: during caries and dentin removal, access cavity preparation, and canal working-length determinations; EPT and VAS were analyzed by Friedman test; and success rates were analyzed by Mann-Whitney and Fisher's exact test using SPSS software version 20. RESULTS Successful anesthesia (defined as no or mild pain during any of steps and no need for additional injection) is obtained in 12% of patients in the lidocaine group, while DEX-lidocaine group increased the success rate of IANB to 72% (p-value = 0.0001). CONCLUSIONS DEX significantly increases the anesthetic effect of lidocaine in IANB injection in patients with AIP. CLINICAL RELEVANCE DEX would be a safe adjunct to lidocaine to increase the success rate in IANB and could be a suitable alternative for conventional vasoconstrictors in sensitive groups.
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- Zahra Vahedi
- Endodontics Department, Dental School, Tehran Islamic Azad University of Medical Sciences, 1946853314, Tehran, Iran
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- Endodontics Department, Dental School, Tehran Islamic Azad University of Medical Sciences, 1946853314, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Saboute M, Mahmoudian A, Khalesi N, Vahedi Z, Khosravi N, Allahqoli L. Correlation between Alkaline Phosphatase and Neonatal Jaundice. Med J Islam Repub Iran 2022; 36:52. [PMID: 36128287 PMCID: PMC9448472 DOI: 10.47176/mjiri.36.52] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2021] [Accepted: 05/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Background: Hyperbilirubinemia is one of the most common neonatal disorders and one of the risk factors of neurological complications. So this study was conducted to evaluate the correlation between alkaline phosphatase (ALP) and pathological jaundice.
Methods: A case-control was performed on term neonates with and without pathological jaundice who were referred to the Hazrat-e-Ali Asghar Hospital in 2017. In both groups, cases (neonates with pathological jaundice, n=153) and control (neonates with and without pathological jaundice, n=153) levels of alkaline-phosphatase and serum total bilirubin were evaluated with biochemical tests. Moreover, other data were also recorded from their history and clinical examinations. In addition, the severity of jaundice, duration of hospitalization, type of required treatment, and probable complications after the treatment were considered in follow-up. Data were collected by checklist and entered to SPSS v.20. ALP level and its relationship with serum total bilirubin compared between two groups. Results: Mean level of ALP was 411.3 ± 134.2 U/L in the case group and 338 ± 131.4 U/L in the control group. Serum total bilirubin level was 11.9 mg/dl in the case group and 6.2 mg/dl in the control group. ALP levels in the case group were significantly more than the control group (p=0.001). There was no correlation between ALP and serum total bilirubin level in neonates in the case group (p=0.532). There was no statistically significant relationship between alkaline phosphatase level and gender of neonates, but the relationship of ALP level with types of delivery was statistically significant (p=0.002). There was not a significant relationship between ALP level with hospitalization duration (p=0.371). Conclusion: The result of this study showed that there is no correlation between ALP levels and pathological jaundice in patients, although this issue needs to be approved by the other studies.
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- Maryam Saboute
- Department of Neonatology, Akbar Abadi Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Neonatology, Ali Asghar Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Neonatology, Ali Asghar Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Corresponding author: Dr Nasrin Khalesi,
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- Pediatric Department, Firooz Abadi Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Neonatology, Ali Asghar Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Choobdar F, Mazouri A, Firuzian F, Ghasemzadeh M, Vahedi Z. The Effect of High Glucose Intake on Weight Gain in Very Low Birth Weight Neonates: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Clin Pediatr (Phila) 2021; 60:577-585. [PMID: 34806452 DOI: 10.1177/00099228211054665] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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This study aims at evaluating the effect of high glucose intake as a component of total parenteral nutrition on birth weight (BW) regain in very low birth weight neonates. Ninety newborns with BW <1500 g were randomized to control or experimental groups. Both groups received the same total parenteral nutrition regimens except glucose intake provided by dextrose water (DW) serum: 7 to 15 g/kg/d (10% DW) in the former versus 8.75 to 18.75 g/kg/d (12.5% DW) in the latter. Body weight as the primary outcome was monitored until the BW was regained. Results revealed that neonates who received 12.5% DW regained BW significantly faster (10.98 ± 2.46 vs 13.24 ± 4.03 days, P = .024) and needed lesser duration of respiratory support (5.34 ± 2.11 vs 7.17 ± 3.19 days, P = .003). As the proposed intervention can reduce neonatal intensive care unit admission duration, it mitigates risks of health care-associated infections, while favorably affecting the health economy.
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- Akbarabadi Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Firuzgar General Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Behmadi R, Radgoodarzi M, Vahedi Z. Letter to the editor: Status of pulmonary artery pressures on echocardiography among high-risk new-borns. J Clin Neonatol 2021. [DOI: 10.4103/jcn.jcn_190_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Vahedi Z, Mazloumi A, Sharifnezhad A, Kazemi Z, Garosi E. Head forward flexion, lateral bending and viewing distance in smartphone users: A comparison between sitting and standing postures. Work 2020; 67:837-846. [PMID: 33104054 DOI: 10.3233/wor-203303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Smartphones (SPs) are widely used by people of all age groups and genders. Users spend many hours per day on the SPs for different purposes, which imposes significant stress on their musculoskeletal system. OBJECTIVES This study explored head forward flexion, lateral bending angle, and viewing distance while working with a SP in sitting/standing postures and one-handed/two-handed grips. The users' performance as well as pain development were also investigated. METHODS Participants answered a questionnaire on pain experience before and after SP usage. Neck kinematics of 20 SP users were monitored by a motion analysis system while doing three tasks (typing, video watching, and reading) in sitting and standing postures. Performance was evaluated by number of typed words, amount of errors in typing, and total read words. RESULTS The results indicated a significant increase in pain complaints in neck and upper limbs after test completion. Working with SPs in sitting and standing postures were, respectively, associated with greater head forward flexion for watching and viewing distance for two-handed typing tasks. Higher left lateral bending values were measured for one-handed watching and reading tasks in standing posture. The performance measures were superior for two-handed grips in all conditions. CONCLUSIONS Overall, using SPs in sitting posture creates greater head forward flexion and lower lateral bending angles in all tasks and grip types. The findings of this study can be used to provide recommendations for SP users.
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- Zahra Vahedi
- Department of Occupational Health Engineering, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Occupational Health Engineering, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Sports Medicine Research Center, Neuroscience Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Sports Biomechanics, Sports Science Research Institute, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Occupational Health Engineering, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Occupational Health Engineering, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Momtazmanesh S, Rahmani F, Delavari F, Vahedi Z, Ebadirad S, KeshavarzFathi M, Moallemian M, Ashkevarian S, Kolahi MR, Samimiat A, Raei N, Rouzrokh P, Alesaeidi S, Jaberipour A, Bakhshi S, Paryad-Zanjani S, Perc M, Uddin LQ, Allali A, Sullivan K, Taher A, Baris S, Ozen A, Karakoc-Aydiner E, Aldave JC, Abdul Latiff AH, Al-Herz W, Phantumvanit P, Stashchak A, Kryvenko O, Stashchak M, Utomo D, Salunke D, Kelishadi R, Hedayati M, MirzaHosseini S, Bondarenko A, Goudouris E, Condino-Neto A, Vieira DN, Ulrichs T, Pavalkis D, Rosivall L, Ochs H, Rezaei N. U100: An Innovative USERN Platform for Education and Research Without Borders. ACTA 2020. [DOI: 10.18502/acta.v58i1.3698] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Rahmani F, Keshavarz-Fathi M, Hanaei S, Aminorroaya A, Delavari F, Paryad-Zanjani S, Ahmadi NS, Akbari P, Ashkevarian S, Barghi F, Ebadirad S, Jaberipour A, Kolahi MR, Moallemian M, Pourebrahimi A, Samimiat A, Vahedi Z, Seyedian SSL, Rezaei N. Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN): Step Strong in Scientific Networking. ACTA 2019. [DOI: 10.18502/acta.v57i1.1747] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Garosi E, Mazloumi A, Kalantari R, Vahedi Z, Shirzhiyan Z. Design and ergonomic assessment of an infusion set connector tool used in nursing work. Appl Ergon 2019; 75:91-98. [PMID: 30509542 DOI: 10.1016/j.apergo.2018.09.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2017] [Revised: 09/12/2018] [Accepted: 09/12/2018] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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Nursing is a physically demanding job characterized by a high prevalence of fatigue and musculoskeletal disorders. One of the high-exertion and repetitive nursing tasks is the manual connection of an infusion set to a medical fluid bottle. Such physical work can be eased by the design of new hand tools. Correspondingly, this study designed and ergonomically assessed an infusion set connector tool (ISCT) and compared it with that of manual connection. First, a prototype of ISCT was designed to perform infusion set connecting task in the mechanical form. Subsequently, 12 nurses were asked to connect an infusion set to medical bottle in the form of manual and mechanical tasks and these tasks were evaluated using ergonomic indices including muscular activity level, force, posture, and subjective (Borg scale CR10) measures. Results showed that the activity levels (root mean square) of the extensor digitorum communis, flexor carpi radialis, biceps, triceps, and deltoid muscles remarkably decreased when the nurses used the ISCT. The postures of the wrist, arm, and shoulder regions were corrected from Rapid Upper Limb Assessment action level 3 to 2 when the designed tool was used. Additionally, the subjective perception of exertion was significantly lower with the use of the prototype.
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- Ehsan Garosi
- Department of Occupational Health Engineering, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran
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- Department of Occupational Health Engineering, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran; Sports Medicine Research Center, Neuroscience Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Ergonomics, School of Health, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Iran
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- Department of Occupational Health Engineering, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran
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- Department of Biomedical Systems & Medical Physics, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran
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Alirezaei E, Parsa S, Vahedi Z. Predictive Analytics of Hyper-Connected Collaborative Network. International Journal of Business Data Communications and Networking 2019. [DOI: 10.4018/ijbdcn.2019010102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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The foundation of the infrastructure of a collaborative network for ubiquitous connectivity will employ hyper-connected technologies in smart and sustainable cities. Typically, there are millions of items for processing and analytics on the massive generated data. The predictive analytics are indispensable for such volumes of which there are many drifts in data structures and contents. In order to make better decisions and future planning of ubiquity, a model, and correspondence implementation are designed and developed. It brings decision-making to the expected boundary of collaboration for different performance indexes. The selected method finds cause-and-effect between data to predict the optimum responses to incoming events. The core of approach focuses on Event-Condition-Action rules to build decision trees, which helps further planning. The method can summarize complexity via effective recommended decisions to local experts and analysts.
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- Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, Iran
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Vahedi Z, Saiphoo A. The association between smartphone use, stress, and anxiety: A meta-analytic review. Stress Health 2018; 34:347-358. [PMID: 29673047 DOI: 10.1002/smi.2805] [Citation(s) in RCA: 97] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2017] [Revised: 02/02/2018] [Accepted: 02/13/2018] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Research investigating the various mental, physical, and social effects of smartphone use has proliferated in the previous decade. Two variables of interest in this literature are the levels of anxiety and stress associated with smartphone use. The current meta-analysis aimed to provide the first quantitative review of this literature, as well as determine potential moderators that might influence this relationship. A total of 39 independent samples (N = 21, 736) were used to compute a summary effect size of r = .22, p < .001, CI [.17-.28] indicating a small-to-medium association between smartphone use and stress and anxiety. Significant moderators included the year in which the article was published, as well as whether problematic or nonproblematic phone use was assessed. In addition, studies using validated measures of smartphone use indicated a (nonsignificantly) larger association than studies using nonvalidated measures. Strengths and limitations of the meta-analysis, as well as future directions of research are discussed.
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- Zahra Vahedi
- Department of Psychology, Ryerson University, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Department of Psychology, Ryerson University, Toronto, ON, Canada
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Vahedi Z, Sibalis A, Sutherland JE. Are media literacy interventions effective at changing attitudes and intentions towards risky health behaviors in adolescents? A meta-analytic review. J Adolesc 2018; 67:140-152. [PMID: 29957493 DOI: 10.1016/j.adolescence.2018.06.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2018] [Revised: 06/06/2018] [Accepted: 06/16/2018] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Youth are inundated with media products promoting risky health behaviors (RHBs), including substance use and risky sexual activity. Media literacy interventions emphasize critical media consumption to decrease RHBs. However, it is unclear whether they positively influence attitudes and behavioral intentions towards RHBs. We conducted meta-analyses of 15 studies (N = 5000) testing intervention effectiveness on media literacy skills and 20 studies (N = 9177) testing effectiveness on attitudes and intentions towards RHBs. We found positive effects on media literacy skills (Hedge's g = .417, [95% CI, .29-.54]) and attitudes and intentions (Hedge's g = .100 [95% CI, .01-.19]). Intervention medium and target behavior moderated intervention success on attitudes and intentions, but no moderators emerged for media literacy skills. These interventions produce positive effects on media literacy skills and positive but smaller effects on attitudes and behavioral intentions, depending on medium and target behaviour. Implications for adolescent health initiatives are discussed.
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- Zahra Vahedi
- Department of Psychology, Ryerson University, 350 Victoria Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5B2K3.
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- Department of Psychology, Ryerson University, 350 Victoria Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5B2K3.
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- Department of Psychology, Ryerson University, 350 Victoria Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5B2K3.
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Badri R, Vahedi Z. The effectiveness of “the philosophy for children program” on the spiritual intelligence of the students. Int J Educ Psychol Res 2017. [DOI: 10.4103/2395-2296.204127] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Eftekhari K, Vahedi Z, Kamali Aghdam M, Noemi Diaz D. A Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial of Lactobacillus reuteri for Chronic Functional Abdominal Pain in Children. Iran J Pediatr 2015; 25:e2616. [PMID: 26635937 PMCID: PMC4662837 DOI: 10.5812/ijp.2616] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2015] [Revised: 08/11/2015] [Accepted: 08/22/2015] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Background: Functional abdominal pain (FAP) is one of the most common diseases, and large percentages of children suffer from it. Objectives: The purpose of the study was to evaluate the effect of Lactobacillus reuteri in treatment of children with functional abdominal pain. Patients and Methods: This study was a randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial. Children aged 4 to 16 years with chronic functional abdominal pain (based on Rome III criteria) were enrolled in the study. They were randomly divided into two groups, one receiving probiotic and the other placebo. Results: Forty children received probiotic and forty others placebo. There were no significant differences in age, weight, sex, location of pain, associated symptoms, frequency and intensity of pain between the groups. The severity and frequency of abdominal pain in the first month compared to baseline was significantly less and at the end of the second month, there was no significant difference between both groups compared to the end of the first month. Conclusions: This study showed that the severity of pain was significantly reduced in both groups. There was no significant difference in pain scores between them. The effect of probiotic and placebo can probably be attributed to psychological effect of the drugs.
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- Kambiz Eftekhari
- Department of Pediatrics, Bahrami Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, IR Iran
- Corresponding Author: Kambiz Eftekhari, Department of Pediatrics, Bahrami Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, IR Iran. Tel: +98-2173013000, Fax: +98-2177568809, E-mail:
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- Department of Pediatrics, Mousavi Hospital, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, IR Iran
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- Department of Pediatrics, Mousavi Hospital, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, IR Iran
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- Department of Pediatrics, Mousavi Hospital, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, IR Iran
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