J Res Med Sci
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Sedation of pediatric patients undergoing cerebral angiography is challenging. Although dexmedetomidine is used for sedation in various procedures, it has not been reported for pediatric patients undergoing cerebral angiography. This study compared the safety and efficacy of dexmedetomidine with that of propofol for cerebral angiography in pediatric patients. ⋯ Although cerebral angiography can be performed successfully under sedation with either propofol or dexmedetomidine, dexmedetomidine may be a better alternative because of fewer respiratory adverse events.
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The purpose of this study was to screen of parC gene mutations in clinical isolates of Acinetobacter baumannii from intensive care units (ICUs) of Alzahra Hospital, Isfahan, Iran. ⋯ High proportion of A. baumannii isolates had a mutation in parC that can play an important role in increased incidence of these isolates.
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Chemical pollutants found in industrial environments can cause chronic genotoxicity in vulnerable individuals during the long-term exposure. The primary purpose of the present study was to assess the deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) damage caused by occupational exposure to industrial chemicals and secondary purpose is to investigate the effect of possible risk factors of genotoxicity. ⋯ Occupational exposure to Polyacryl caused DNA damage. Smoking and working in two parts of the company may have a significant role in DNA damage.
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We assessed the effects of low-dose IV ketamine-midazolam versus morphine on pain control in patients with closed limb fracture(s); and also compared the incidence of adverse events (cardio-pulmonary) between two groups. ⋯ Low-dose intravenous ketamine plus midazolam has the same analgesic effects as morphine on pain control in trauma patients with closed limb fracture(s), in addition to less respiratory adverse events.
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Kiwifruit (Actindia Deliciosa) is demonstrated to have antibacterial and pro-angiogenic effects. It also contains proteolytic enzymes (actinidin) and ascorbic acid. In this study, the effects of Kiwifruit on neuropathic diabetic foot ulcer healing in clinical settings were evaluated. ⋯ Natural compounds in the kiwifruit including protein-dissolving enzymes (Actinidin) improved different aspects of the wound healing process. Based on these benefits and safety aspects, we conclude that using kiwifruit is a simple, applicable and effective way for treatment of neuropathic diabetic foot ulcer.