Arch Iran Med
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To investigate the incidence of nodular and diffuse adenomyosis, concomitant pathologies and also to compare the demographic and clinic differences among patients with adenomyosis and their surgery indications. ⋯ The most common form of adenomyosis was the diffuse form. Endometrial pathologies were more frequently associated with diffuse adenomyosis. Asymptomatic and incidental adenomyosis were more common with the diffuse form. AUB was more frequently detected with nodular adenomyosis.
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To evaluate ultrasound (US) characteristics and BI-RADS (Breast imaging-reporting and data system) of malignant breast masses in women <40 years and to compare with older patients. ⋯ Similar to previous studies, malignant masses were diagnosed in greater dimensions in younger cases which may be due to the delay in diagnosis, the rapid growth of the tumor and the absence of routine screening guidelines. Radiologists should be aware of the possibility of malignancy in palpable slightly suspicious masses (BI-RADS 4A) in young cases.
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The WHO and UNICEF have suggested pasteurized donor milk (PDM) as the best alternative for infants who do not receive enough milk from their mothers. Objective: This study aimed to assess the short-term outcomes of launching the first mother's milk bank in North-West of Iran. ⋯ Launching the human milk bank significantly improved the outcomes of premature infants.