Schizophrenia seems to have a complex association with various types of cancer, exerting a protective effect against some cancers while being a risk factor against some others. Therefore, we intended to conduct an updated systematic review and meta-analysis in order to examine the relationship between schizophrenia and the risk of breast cancer incidence. We did a systematic search of databases, namely Web of Science, Scopus, Embase, PubMed, and PsycINFO up to August 15, 2024.
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May 2025
Cystic echinococcosis (CE) is a zoonotic disease caused by , with a high prevalence in Iran, particularly in Mazandaran province. This case report presents a 24-year-old male with pneumothorax resulting from ruptured pulmonary hydatid cysts with bronchial fistulization. The patient presented with persisted dyspnea, productive cough, fever, and mild right thoracoabdominal pleuritic pain, alongside a history of occupational exposure as a sheep keeper.
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March 2025
"Death Coffee" is an incredibly potent brew with caffeine content three times higher than conventional coffees, making it the strongest coffee in the world. Caffeine, a relatively safe psychostimulant substance consumed as dietary products or daily drinks, enhances physical and mental performance. According to long-lasting safe experiences of daily coffee consumption, caffeine intoxication with a cup of coffee is hardly believable in Iran.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: Both early and late age at menarche have been associated with various health issues and may influence the risk of infertility. This present study investigated the relationship between age at menarche and infertility risk.
Methods: This study follows PRISMA guidelines.
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September 2024
Introduction: During the COVID-19 pandemic, pediatric cases typically exhibit milder symptoms and lower mortality rates. However, the delay in pediatric vaccination poses major risks for children. This multicenter study aimed to comprehensively analyze demographic characteristics, clinical features, disease severity, and risk factors for ICU admission in Iran.
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February 2024
Introduction: This study aimed to detect interdisciplinary subjects for integration into the medical education program of Iran.
Methods: A qualitative-quantitative method was used. Firstly, interdisciplinary subjects demanded by medical graduates and senior medical students were defined by qualitative study.