Arch Iran Med
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The numerical and structural abnormalities of chromosomes are the most common cause of infertility. Here, we evaluated the prevalence and types of chromosomal abnormalities in Iranian infertile patients. ⋯ In general, we found a high prevalence of chromosomal abnormalities in Iranian patients with reproductive problems. Our study highlights the importance of cytogenetic studies in infertile patients before starting infertility treatments approaches.
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The trend of chronic diseases is increasing globally. Socioeconomic status (SES) is a major factor underlying many chronic diseases. This study was conducted to investigate the socioeconomic inequalities in distribution of chronic diseases in Iran, as a middle-income country. ⋯ The findings of this study show that socioeconomic inequality is the cause of the concentration of non-communicable diseases among people with low socio-economic status. Therefore, health policy makers should pay special attention to identifying vulnerable subgroups and formulate strategic plans to reduce inequalities.
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Cancer is a significant health problem for refugees and host countries. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among refugees. The subject of our study is to examine the clinical and pathological features of Syrian refugees with breast cancer and compare them with Turkish patients with breast cancer. ⋯ Syrian refugees with breast cancer are more likely to receive suboptimal treatments. They have inferior survival compared to local patients. Our findings highlight the need for the provision of cancer therapy in such vulnerable populations. We suggest that more attention should be paid to breast cancer, as it is the most common cancer among refugees.
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The co-existence of chronic diseases (CDs), a condition defined as multimorbidity (MM), is becoming a major public health issue. Therefore, we aimed to determine the patterns and predictors of MM in the Azar Cohort. ⋯ The reduction of MM is possible by promoting public health from an early age among people of various socioeconomic conditions. It is vital to offer the necessary health support to the aging population of Iran.