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Original Article:
Anticonvulsant effects of
Lippia citriodora
(
Verbenaceae
) leaves ethanolic extract in mice: Role of gabaergic system
Amir Rashidian, Forogh Farhang, Habib Vahedi, Ahmad Reza Dehpour, Shahram Ejtemai Mehr, Saeed Mehrzadi, Seyed Mahdi Rezayat
Int J Prev Med
2016, 7:97 (29 July 2016)
DOI
:10.4103/2008-7802.187251
PMID
:27563433
Background:
Lippia
citriodora
Kunth is one of the Iranian traditional medicines for the treatment of convulsive disorders. The goal of this study is to investigate the anticonvulsant activity of the plant's leave ethanolic extract against electro- and chemoconvulsant-induced seizures in mice.
Methods:
The anticonvulsant activity of the extract (200, 400, 800 mg/kg,
per os
, p.o.) was investigated in pentylenetetrazole (PTZ) and maximal electroshock (MES)-induced seizures in mice. Diazepam (1 mg/kg) and phenytoin (25 mg/kg) intraperitoneally (i.p.) were used as reference drugs. In addition, for investigating the role of GABAergic system, flumazenil (2 mg/kg, i.p.) was also injected before
L.
citriodora
.
Results:
The extract had not any toxicity and significantly decreased the duration and increased the latency of the seizures induced by PTZ (90 mg/kg). In the MES test,
L.
citriodora
displayed statistically significant reduction in hind limb tonic extension duration in a nondose-dependent manner. Flumazenil reversed the anticonvulsant activity of the plant's extract in the PTZ model.
Conclusions:
The results propose that
L.
citriodora
leave ethanolic extract has anticonvulsant activity against convulsive disorders. It seems that this plant's extract generates its antiseizure effect through GABAergic system potentiation. Further studies will be needed in order to investigate the exact mechanisms of it. Moreover, one may conclude that the present results are in accordance with the positive effect of
L.
citriodora
extract to treat convulsion mentioned in old Iranian literature.
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Original Article:
Death portrait of Isfahan Province in years 2007-2011
Masuod Ferdosi, Farzaneh Mohammadi Sefiddashti, Pejman Aghdak, Reza Moradi, Maryam Mofid, Farzaneh Rejalian, Ali Nemati
Int J Prev Med
2016, 7:96 (29 July 2016)
DOI
:10.4103/2008-7802.187250
PMID
:27563432
Background:
The rapid rise in noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) is one of the main health challenges affecting the global development in the present era. This raising challenge is a major threat to countries' socioeconomic development as well as millions of people health.
Methods:
It was a retrospective study with analysis of reported death in Isfahan Province during a 5-year period from 2007 to 2011. Required data were collected from statistics provided by Deputy of Health in Kashan and Isfahan Universities of Medical Sciences in 2012. Excel software was used for data analysis.
Results:
During this period, the cardiovascular events, cancers and tumors, unintentional injuries, respiratory diseases, and prenatal mortality were the main reasons of mortality in Isfahan Province. The overall rate of cardiovascular events rose 5.10% in the 5-years of the study observation, and Khor - Biabanak was on the top of the list; while in cancer rating Khor - Biabanak, Golpayegan, and Khansar both stood at the outset (per 1,000 people). For injuries, the highest rate belonged to Golpayegan, Tiran-Kervan, and Chadegan. Meanwhile, for mental illnesses, the highest rate was observed in Khomeini Shahr. Moreover, the highest maternal and fetal mortality was reported in Fereydunshahr, Khor - Biabanak and Mobarakeh.
Conclusions
: Given the sharp rise of NCD, programs by health care system should be directed toward lifestyle modification while a proper framework should be determined to deal with these kinds of disease. Furthermore, optimal allocation of resources based on needs can provide better facilities for different cities.
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Effect of garlic and lemon juice mixture on lipid profile and some cardiovascular risk factors in people 30-60 years old with moderate hyperlipidaemia: A randomized clinical trial
Negar Aslani, Mohammad Hasan Entezari, Gholamreza Askari, Zahra Maghsoudi, Mohammad Reza Maracy
Int J Prev Med
2016, 7:95 (29 July 2016)
DOI
:10.4103/2008-7802.187248
PMID
:27563431
Background:
This study was performed to effects of garlic and lemon juice mixture on lipid profile and some cardiovascular risk factors in people 30-60 years old with moderate hyperlipidemia.
Methods:
In a parallel-designed randomized controlled clinical trial, a total of 112 hyperlipidemic patients 30-60 years, were recruited from Isfahan Cardiovascular Research Center. People were selected and randomly divided into four groups. Control blood samples were taken and height, weight, and blood pressure were recorded. (1) Received 20 g of garlic daily, plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice, (2) received 20 g garlic daily, (3) received 1 tablespoon of lemon juice daily, and (4) did not receive garlic or lemon juice. A study technician was done the random allocations using a random numbers table. All participants presented 3 days of dietary records and 3 days of physical activity records during 8 weeks. Blood samples were obtained at study baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention.
Results:
Results showed a significant decrease in total cholesterol (changes from baseline: 40.8 ± 6.1,
P
0< 0.001), low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (29.8 ± 2.6,
P
< 0.001), and fibrinogen (111.4 ± 16.1,
P
< 0.001) in the Group 1, in comparison with other groups. A greater reduction in systolic and diastolic blood pressure was observed in Group 1 compared with the Groups 3 and 4 (37 ± 10,
P
= 0.01) (24 ± 1, P = 0.02); respectively. Furthermore, a great reduction in body mass index was observed in the mixed group compared with the lemon juice and control groups (1.6 ± 0.1, P = 0.04).
Conclusions:
Administration of garlic plus lemon juice resulted in an improvement in lipid levels, fibrinogen and blood pressure of patients with hyperlipidemia.
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Original Article:
Effect of tetanus-diphtheria vaccine on immune response to Hepatitis b vaccine in low-responder individuals
Abbas Haghighat, Mohammad Moafi, Jalil Sharifian, Hassan Salehi, Roya Taleban, Nader Kalbasi, Marzieh Salehi, Mohammad Mahdi Salehi, Maryam Salehi
Int J Prev Med
2016, 7:94 (21 July 2016)
DOI
:10.4103/2008-7802.186586
PMID
:27563430
Background:
Conventional hepatitis B virus (HBV) vaccination fails to achieve efficient protection in about 5-10% of the world population. Hence, different strategies have been adopted to ameliorate HBV antibody titers. This study aimed to evaluate the concurrent application of tetanus-diphtheria (Td) and HBV vaccination on hepatitis B surface (HBs) antibody titer in low-responder healthy individuals.
Methods:
This was a randomized clinical trial, which was implemented among 140 of medical staff working as health-care workers assumed as low-responders. The subjects were randomly allocated to either control or interventional groups. The control and interventional groups received HBV recombinant vaccine while the latter group was also vaccinated through Td. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay was applied to measure HBs antibody (HBsAb) titers just before and 6 months after the last vaccination. All data were entered into SPSS software. Independent
t
-test, paired
t
-test, and Chi-square or Fisher's exact test were applied for data comparison.
Results:
Antibody titers of the subjects in the intervention and control groups soared from 49.08 ± 20.08 IU/L to 917.78 ± 204.80 IU/L and from 46.95 ± 18.55 to 586.81 ± 351.77 IU/L, respectively (both
P
< 0.001); nevertheless, by comparison with control group, variation of antibody titer in the interventional group was significantly higher (
P
< 0.001).
Conclusions:
Concurrent application of Td and HBV vaccine could effectively enhance protective levels of HBsAb titers in low-responder individuals.
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Original Article:
Experiences of cigarette smoking among Iranian educated women: A qualitative study
Azam Baheiraei, Mojgan Mirghafourvand, Eesa Mohammadi, Reza Majdzadeh
Int J Prev Med
2016, 7:93 (21 July 2016)
DOI
:10.4103/2008-7802.186585
PMID
:27563429
Background:
Smoking is a well-known public health problem in women as well as men. In many countries including Iran, there is an increase in tobacco use among women. Exploring the experience of smoking by educated women in order to develop effective tobacco prevention programs in these women is necessary. This study aimed to explore the experiences of smoking among Iranian educated women.
Methods:
This study used a method of qualitative content analysis with the deep individual, semi-structured interviews on a sample of 14 educated female smokers, selected purposefully. Data were analyzed using qualitative content analysis with conventional approach while being collected.
Results:
The data analysis led to 16 subcategories which were divided into four main categories: (1) Personal factors including subcategories of imitation, show-off and independence, inexperience and curiosity, personal interest and desire, improved mood, and social defiance; (2) family factors including smokers in the family, intrafamily conflicts, and family strictures and limitations; (3) social factors including subcategories of effects of work and school environment, gender equality symbols, peer pressure, and acceptance among friends; and (4) negative consequences of smoking including subcategories of a sense of being physically hurt, psychological and emotional stress, and being looked upon in a negative and judgmental manner.
Conclusions:
The findings of this study showed that smoking among Iranian educated women is a multifactorial problem. Thus, it is necessary to address smoking among educated women in a holistic approach that focuses on different determinants including personal, family, and social factors particularly the gender roles and stereotypes.
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Original Article:
Effect of a trampoline exercise on the anthropometric measures and motor performance of adolescent students
Bahman Aalizadeh, Hassan Mohammadzadeh, Ali Khazani, Ali Dadras
Int J Prev Med
2016, 7:91 (13 July 2016)
DOI
:10.4103/2008-7802.186225
PMID
:27512557
Background:
Physical exercises can influence some anthropometric and fitness components differently. The aim of present study was to evaluate how a relatively long-term training program in 11-14-year-old male Iranian students affects their anthropometric and motor performance measures.
Methods:
Measurements were conducted on the anthropometric and fitness components of participants (
n
= 28) prior to and following the program. They trained 20 weeks, 1.5 h/session with 10 min rest, in 4 times trampoline training programs per week. Motor performance of all participants was assessed using standing long jump and vertical jump based on Eurofit Test Battery.
Results:
The analysis of variance (ANOVA) repeated measurement test showed a statistically significant main effect of time in calf girth
P
= 0.001, fat%
P
= 0.01, vertical jump
P
= 0.001, and long jump
P
= 0.001. The ANOVA repeated measurement test revealed a statistically significant main effect of group in fat%
P
= 0.001.
Post
hoc
paired
t
-tests indicated statistical significant differences in trampoline group between the two measurements about calf girth (
t
= −4.35,
P
= 0.001), fat% (
t
= 5.87,
P
= 0.001), vertical jump (
t
= −5.53,
P
= 0.001), and long jump (
t
= −10.00,
P
= 0.001).
Conclusions:
We can conclude that 20-week trampoline training with four physical activity sessions/week in 11-14-year-old students seems to have a significant effect on body fat% reduction and effective results in terms of anaerobic physical fitness. Therefore, it is suggested that different training model approach such as trampoline exercises can help students to promote the level of health and motor performance.
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Intake of dietary supplements and malnutrition in patients in intensive care unit
Mehnoosh Samadi, Fahime Zeinali, Nahal Habibi, Shirin Ghotbodin-Mohammadi
Int J Prev Med
2016, 7:90 (13 July 2016)
DOI
:10.4103/2008-7802.186224
PMID
:27512556
Background:
Malnutrition is prevalent among patients hospitalized in Intensive Care Units (ICUs) and causes various complications. Dietary supplementation to provide appropriate nutritional support may reduce the malnutrition and complications through improvement in nutritional status. This study was carried out to assess the association between dietary supplementation and malnutrition among patients in ICUs.
Methods:
A case-control study was conducted on 180 male patients aged 20-60 years in the ICUs of the hospitals in Ahvaz, Iran in 2013. Data of two groups including 83 patients (cases) who had consumed regular hospital meals and dietary supplements and 97 patients (controls) who had received regular hospital meals were compared. Anthropometric measurements, laboratory values, and dietary intakes were extracted from medical records, and Maastricht index (MI) was calculated. Data were analyzed using the IBM SPSS Statistics 21.
T
-test and paired-sample
t
-test were used to determine the difference between groups.
Results:
Taking supplements increased daily energy intake, carbohydrate, and protein in case group (
n
= 83) significantly (
P
< 0.05). MI changed to 3.1 ± 3.8 and 4.3 ± 4.2 in case (
n
= 83) and control (
n
= 97) groups, respectively. Although the MI fell in both groups, it showed a greater reduction in case group (from 6.3 ± 5.3 to 3.1 ± 3.8).
Conclusions:
Since consuming dietary supplements besides the regular hospital meals increased intake of energy and macronutrients and reduced the MI significantly, it was concluded that it helped supply nutritional requirements more effectively and improved the malnutrition in ICU.
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