Global prevalence and correlation of intestinal parasitic infections in patients with colorectal cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths globally, and researchers continue to explore its underlying factors. This systematic review and meta-analysis study aimed to clarify the prevalence and potential association between intestinal parasitic infections (IPIs) and CRC.

Methods: A comprehensive search was conducted across databases that contain articles in English, including PubMed, ScienceDirect, Web of Science, Scopus, and Google Scholar, to identify articles published up to October 2024 that reported on the prevalence of IPIs in CRC patients.

Prevalence of strongyloidiasis in immunocompromised patients in Mazandaran province of northern Iran: A comprehensive study utilizing simultaneous parasitological, serological, and molecular techniques.

Introduction: is a soil-transmitted helminth (STH) responsible for strongyloidiasis, a neglected tropical disease (NTD) that affects nearly 614 million people globally. This intestinal nematode poses significant health risks, particularly in immunocompromised individuals. The present study aimed to investigate the prevalence of in high-risk populations in northern Iran, employing a combination of parasitological, serological, and molecular techniques.

The first molecular study of Cystoisospora belli and Cyclospora cayetanensis in HIV/AIDS patients from Northern Iran.

Cystoisospora belli and Cyclospora cayetanensis have been known to cause a range of gastrointestinal and systemic complications, particularly in HIV/AIDS patients with low immunity. The manifestations are more severe in patients with CD4 + T-cell counts below 200 cells/µl. The current study was performed to detect these parasitic infections in HIV-positive patients in northern Iran.

The global prevalence of Giardia infection in horses: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Giardia duodenalis as a common zoonotic parasite is a public health problem infecting humans and a wide range of animals, including horses. This systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to estimate the global pooled prevalence of Giardia infection in horses. Literature searches were conducted using databases including Scopus, ScienceDirect, PubMed, Web of Science and ProQuest to December 2023.

Assessment of simultaneous IgM, IgG avidity, and IgA testing in diagnosis of acute toxoplasmosis in pregnant women: a systematic review and meta-analysis study.

Backgrounds: Toxoplasma gondii is a relatively common parasite with a global prevalence that can cause toxoplasmosis. This infection usually does not have clear symptoms, so timely and accurate detection plays a major role in the treatment of this disease. This study reviewed Toxoplasma antibodies dependent serologic tests in pregnancy, assessing their diagnostic effectiveness to guide healthcare providers, particularly obstetricians and gynecologists.

Study of anti-Toxoplasma gondii effect of mPEG-PCL copolymeric loaded with pyrimethamine, in vitro.

The discovery of new drugs with minimal toxicity is crucially important in the search for effective treatments for toxoplasmosis. The study aimed to assess the effectiveness of pyrimethamine-loaded mPEG-PCL copolymeric nanoparticles (mPEG-PCL-Pyr) against Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii) tachyzoites.

Efficacy of Clindamycin in Preventing Abortion and Vertical Transmission of (PRU Strain) Infection in Pregnant BALB/c Mice.

Background: transmission can occur during pregnancy if the mother contracts the infection for the first time. Treatment strategies include the use of antimicrobial medications and providing supportive care. Spiramycin is commonly used to treat toxoplasmosis in pregnant women and to hinder the disease's transmission.

Design and optimization of IgG avidity test for differentiating acute from chronic human toxoplasmosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Toxoplasmosis which is caused by T. gondii, is common among humans and animals. T.

An update on infections: Transmission, clinical characteristics, and treatment.

Leishmaniasis, caused by intracellular protozoa of the genus, continues to be a global health issue, with approximately 700,000 to 1 million new cases occur annually worldwide. The disease is transmitted via the bite of infected female sand flies of the genus , resulting in a range of symptoms known as cutaneous, mucocutaneous, and visceral leishmaniasis. The species , discovered in 1995, has been linked to cases in individuals with HIV, presenting with diverse clinical pictures.

Anti-Toxoplasma gondii IgG seroprevalence in the general population in Iran: A systematic review and meta-analysis, 2000-2023.

Toxoplasmosis ranks among the most prevalent parasitic diseases globally. It seems that chronic toxoplasmosis is associated with several neuropsychiatric and other harmful effects in infected people, therefore, there is a need to investigate the prevalence of toxoplasmosis across various world regions. In this study, we conducted a meticulous meta-analysis to estimate the seroprevalence of anti-Toxoplasma gondii IgG antibodies within the general population in Iran (GPI).

Phylogeography, Genetic Diversity and Population Structure of Sensu Stricto Inferred by Mitochondrial DNA Markers between Southeast of Iran and Pakistan.

Background: Current study was designed to provide a better insight into the circulating genotypes, genetic diversity, and population structure of spp. between southeast of Iran and Pakistan

Methods: From Jun 2020 to Dec 2020, 46 hydatid cysts were taken from human (n: 6), camel (n: 10), goat (n: 10), cattle (n: 10) and sheep (n: 10) in various cities of Sistan and Baluchestan Province of Iran, located at the neighborhood of Pakistan. DNA samples were extracted, amplified, and subjected to sequence analysis of and genes.

In Vitro Evaluation of Anti-Parasitic Activities of Quinolone-Coumarin Hybrids Derived from Fluoroquinolones and Novobiocin Against Toxoplasma gondii.

Purpose: Toxoplasmosis is caused by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii). In immunocompetent individuals, the infection is often asymptomatic; however, in expectant mothers and those with immune system deficiencies, complications may arise.

Identification and genotyping of from human clinical samples in Guilan province, north of Iran.

Cystic echinococcosis (CE) is a significant health problem in both human and veterinary medicine. It is caused by the tapeworm The objective of this study was to investigate molecular diversity of from the paraffin-embedded human (FFPE) tissue samples using sequencing of mitochondrial genes. Thirty-five FFPE tissue samples were collected from different regions of Guilan province, north of Iran.

Current status and future prospects of vaccine candidates: A systematic review.

The larval stages of () are what cause the zoonotic disease known as alveolar echinococcosis (AE). Identifying the antigens that trigger immune responses during infection is extremely important for the development of vaccines against infections. Several studies conducted in recent decades have described the specific traits of the protective antigens found in and their role in immunizing different animal hosts.

Global prevalence of enterobiasis in young children over the past 20 years: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Parasitic infections are the most common diseases worldwide, and enterobiasis is a common parasitic infection in children. Various studies have reported on the prevalence of Enterobius vermicularis in different regions of the world. However, no study has gathered and analyzed this data systematically.

Physiological changes in broiler chickens subjected to dietary ajwain () essential oil in encapsulated and conventional forms within a wheat-based diet.

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of different diet types, forms, and contents of ajwain essential oil (AEO) on various physiological characteristics of broiler chickens, including cell-mediated immunity responses, intestinal morphology, and microflora. A total of 1500 one-day-old male broiler chickens were allocated to different treatments based on a 2 × 3 × 2 factorial arrangement, considering diet types (corn and corn-wheat), contents of AEO (0, 150, and 300 mg/kg of diet), and forms of AEO (conventional and encapsulated). The results indicated that the broiler chickens fed the diet containing 150 ppm EO demonstrated reduced skin thickness in response to a 2,4-dinitrochlorobenzene challenge, 24 h after injection, compared to those receiving a diet without EO ( < 0.

Molecular typing of a collection of Iranian clinical Trichophyton tonsurans isolates based on the non-transcribed spacer region of rDNA and antifungal susceptibility testing of the species.

Introduction: Wrestling, considered the national sport of Iran, has gained immense popularity among Iranians. Wrestlers frequently encounter skin conditions, with dermatophyte fungal infections, particularly tinea gladiatorum (TG), being a common issue. TG, caused by the Trichophyton genus, has emerged as a major health concern for wrestlers and other contact sport athletes worldwide.

Global status of intestinal parasitic infections among diabetic patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Intestinal parasitic infections (IPIs) have been identified as a disease agent responsible for infections in immunocompromised patients such as diabetics. We searched six electronic databases and reviewed 38 related studies using the following keywords alone or in combination: "intestinal parasites", "diabetes", "immunocompromised", "prevalence", and "human."  The pooled prevalence of IPIs in diabetic patients was 24.

Specific antibodies to EBNA1 epitopes as risk factors for multiple sclerosis, a systematic review.

Seroprevalence of anti-EBV antibodies was found to be almost 100% and 90% for multiple sclerosis patients and normal people, respectively. Furthermore, anti EBNA1 antibody which is an indicator of past EBV infection has a higher titer in the serum of Persons with MS (pwMS) compared to the EBV-infected subjects without MS. Though, this difference in anti-EBNA1 antibody titer between pwMS and non-MS controls is not a reliable marker to be used for discriminating pwMS and non-MS individuals.

Microscopic and Molecular Investigation of Intestinal Microsporidia in HIV + /AIDS and Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy in Mazandaran Province, North of Iran.

Background: The aim of this study was to identify Enterocytozoon bieneusi and Encephalitozoon spp. in fecal samples of HIV + /AIDS and cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, and comparing the results to healthy individuals in Mazandaran province, north of Iran.

Methods: Stool samples were collected from 50 HIV + /AIDS patients, 50 cancer patients, and 50 healthy samples referred to medical centers in north of Iran.

Microscopic and Molecular Identification of and in HIV-Infected People in Tabriz, Northwest of Iran.

Opportunistic pathogens such as , , and cause various gastrointestinal and non-digestive disorders in people with HIV/AIDS. These symptoms are especially severe in HIV-infected people who have a CD4+ count of less than 200 cells/mL. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of and infections among people living with HIV in Tabriz, northwest of Iran.

Silicon Enhances Tolerance to Boron Deficiency by the Remobilisation of Boron and by Changing the Expression of Boron Transporters.

Boron (B) is an essential micronutrient for plants, and its deficiency is a widespread nutritional disorder, particularly in high-demanding crops like . Over the past few decades, silicon (Si) has been shown to mitigate plant nutrient deficiencies of different macro- and micro-nutrients. However, the work on B and Si cross-talk has mostly been focused on the alleviation of B toxicity by Si application.