Isfahan University of Medical Sciences Journal of Isfahan Medical School 1027-7595 29 166 2012 01 21 Is There Any Association between Family Function Self Care in Women? Is There Any Association between Family Function Self Care in Women? 2253 2261 13622 FA Parastoo Golshiri Assistant Professor, Department of Community Medicine, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran 0000-0001-8446-8353 Gholamhossein Sadri Assistant Professor, Department of Community Medicine, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran Ziba Farajzadegan Associate Professor, Department of Community Medicine, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran 0000-0002-8811-6678 Masoumeh Sahafi Student of Medicine, Student Research Committee, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran Arash Najimi Department of Health Education and Promotion, School of Health, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran Journal Article 2011 07 13 Background: Self-care means following a healthy lifestyle to help prevent illnesses and injuries. Understanding family function is an important aspect of self-care. The purpose of the present study was to determine the relationship between family function and self care.Methods: In this descriptive-analytical study, 200 woman who referred to health centers in Isfahan were selected. Data was collected by health care questionnaire and Bloom's family functioning questionnaire. The validity and reliability of the health care questionnaire was confirmed by using content validity, face validity and internal reliability (α = 0.72). The collected data was analyzed using Pearson's correlation and multivariate regression tests.Findings: Our findings showed significant association between mean scores of self care and age (r = 0.143; P = 0.04), number of family members (r = 0.169; P = 0.01) and family function scores (r = 0.449; P < 0.001). In the multivariate analysis, self care was directly correlated with family sociability and democratic family style. In addition, self care was inversely correlated with disengagement.Conclusion: This study showed that family function, and especially sociability and democratic family and disengagement, influence women's self care. Background: Self-care means following a healthy lifestyle to help prevent illnesses and injuries. Understanding family function is an important aspect of self-care. The purpose of the present study was to determine the relationship between family function and self care.Methods: In this descriptive-analytical study, 200 woman who referred to health centers in Isfahan were selected. Data was collected by health care questionnaire and Bloom's family functioning questionnaire. The validity and reliability of the health care questionnaire was confirmed by using content validity, face validity and internal reliability (α = 0.72). The collected data was analyzed using Pearson's correlation and multivariate regression tests.Findings: Our findings showed significant association between mean scores of self care and age (r = 0.143; P = 0.04), number of family members (r = 0.169; P = 0.01) and family function scores (r = 0.449; P < 0.001). In the multivariate analysis, self care was directly correlated with family sociability and democratic family style. In addition, self care was inversely correlated with disengagement.Conclusion: This study showed that family function, and especially sociability and democratic family and disengagement, influence women's self care. https://jims.mui.ac.ir/article_13622_177fdb0c18f85f1fa5dcfc76d9b2cdd9.pdf

Isfahan University of Medical Sciences Journal of Isfahan Medical School 1027-7595 29 166 2012 01 21 Morphological and Genotypic Identification of Some Environmental Isolates of Aspergillus in Iran Based on Beta-Tubulin Gene Sequencing Morphological and Genotypic Identification of Some Environmental Isolates of Aspergillus in Iran Based on Beta-Tubulin Gene Sequencing 2262 2271 13623 FA Gholamreza Shokohi MSc Student, Department of Medical Parasitology and Mycology, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran Hossein Mirhendi Associate Professor, Department of Medical Parasitology and Mycology, School of Public Health, National Institute of Health Research, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran 0000-0002-1006-4169 Parivash Kordbacheh Professor, Department of Medical Parasitology and Mycology, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran Mahnaz Nikaeen Associate Professor, Department of Environmental Health Engineering, School of Health, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran 0000-0002-1852-1547 Ali Rezaei-Matehkolaei Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Mycoparasitology, School of Medicine, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran Mahdi Abastabar PhD Student, Department of Medical Parasitology and Mycology, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran Journal Article 2011 06 26 Background: The genus Aspergillus is a mold consisting of various groups and species. Species identification of these fungi is important from pathogenic, toxigenic and industrial points of view. Conventional laboratory methods for delineation of Aspergillus species are based on macro- and microscopic characteristics of the colonies. These methods are time consuming and need expert technicians. The present study aimed to use beta tubulin (BT2) gene sequencing, in conjunction with morphological data, for species identification of Aspergillus strains isolated from some environments in Iran.Methods: Totally, about 200 Aspergillus strains, isolated from soils and air samples of different environments including hospitals, public and natural places, were used. All isolates were subcultured on Sabouraud dextrose agar and Czapec Dox agar. They were preliminarily identified based on micro slide-culture. Genomic DNA was extracted from all strains by a conical grinder and BT2 gene was amplified by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) from each sample. Among them, nucleotide sequences of 21 isolates, as representatives of morphologic features, were determined. The obtained data was analyzed via comparison with sequences existed in GenBank database.Findings: Among the 21 Aspergillus sequenced isolates, seven isolates were identified as Aspergillus flavus, 3 as Aspergillus fumigatus, 3 as Aspergillus chevalieri, 2 as Aspergillus tubingensis, 2 as Aspergillus niveoglacus, 2 as Aspergillus rubber, one as Aspergillus niger and one as Aspergillus versicolor. Morphological results were confirmed by genotypic data.Conclusion: The findings of this study indicated that sequencing beta tubulin gene is a valuable tool for species identification of Aspergillus environmental isolates. This method was found to be more valid in comparison with morphological analysis. Further studies with application of other genetic markers and molecular DNA-based procedures on discrimination of Aspergillus species are recommended. Background: The genus Aspergillus is a mold consisting of various groups and species. Species identification of these fungi is important from pathogenic, toxigenic and industrial points of view. Conventional laboratory methods for delineation of Aspergillus species are based on macro- and microscopic characteristics of the colonies. These methods are time consuming and need expert technicians. The present study aimed to use beta tubulin (BT2) gene sequencing, in conjunction with morphological data, for species identification of Aspergillus strains isolated from some environments in Iran.Methods: Totally, about 200 Aspergillus strains, isolated from soils and air samples of different environments including hospitals, public and natural places, were used. All isolates were subcultured on Sabouraud dextrose agar and Czapec Dox agar. They were preliminarily identified based on micro slide-culture. Genomic DNA was extracted from all strains by a conical grinder and BT2 gene was amplified by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) from each sample. Among them, nucleotide sequences of 21 isolates, as representatives of morphologic features, were determined. The obtained data was analyzed via comparison with sequences existed in GenBank database.Findings: Among the 21 Aspergillus sequenced isolates, seven isolates were identified as Aspergillus flavus, 3 as Aspergillus fumigatus, 3 as Aspergillus chevalieri, 2 as Aspergillus tubingensis, 2 as Aspergillus niveoglacus, 2 as Aspergillus rubber, one as Aspergillus niger and one as Aspergillus versicolor. Morphological results were confirmed by genotypic data.Conclusion: The findings of this study indicated that sequencing beta tubulin gene is a valuable tool for species identification of Aspergillus environmental isolates. This method was found to be more valid in comparison with morphological analysis. Further studies with application of other genetic markers and molecular DNA-based procedures on discrimination of Aspergillus species are recommended. https://jims.mui.ac.ir/article_13623_6aa3f7e91ef087b5e9f647e25241745f.pdf

Isfahan University of Medical Sciences Journal of Isfahan Medical School 1027-7595 29 166 2012 01 21 Comparison of the Aerobic and Anaerobic Power of Iran's National Soccer and Beach Soccer Team Players Comparison of the Aerobic and Anaerobic Power of Iran's National Soccer and Beach Soccer Team Players 2272 2279 13624 FA Hadi Miri Department of Physical Education, School of Physical Education, Amir Kabir University, Tehran, Iran Rashid Heidari Moghadam Assistant Professor, Department of Ergonomy, School of Health, Hamedan University of Medical Sciences, Hamedan, Iran Hojatollah Nikbakht Professor, Department of Exercise Physiology, School of Physical Education, Sciences and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran Khosroo Ebrahim Professor, Department of Exercise Physiology, School of Physical Education, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran Journal Article 2011 10 22 Background: The purpose of this research was to compare some selected physiological variables among Iran's national soccer and beach soccer team players.Methods: Twenty eight members of Iran's national soccer and beach soccer team players with an average age of 26 ± 2.60 and 28.4 ± 4.73 years, respectively were selected. The mean height of soccer and beach soccer players were 180 ± 7.2 and 177.3 ± 5.47 cm, respectively. The corresponding values for weight were 77.35 ± 8.72 and 74.21 ± 5.47 kg, respectively. After height and weight measurements, the participants were informed about the process and method of accomplishing tests by the researchers. Some tests, such as Conconi and Bosco tests, were performed to measure aerobic and anaerobic power and thershold. Independet t-test was used to compare the variables.Findings: There were no significant differences in the aerobic power (aerobic power at anaerobic threshold) of the national soccer and beach soccer team players (P = 0.07). There was a significant difference in anaerobic power of soccer and beach soccer team players (P = 0.005). Conclusion: Based on the present study, there is a difference in the aerobic power of the national soccer and beach soccer players which can be due to the kind of activities, skills structure, conditions of the fields, and training conditions. Considering the relation between anaerobic power and aerobic power, weakening of one is expected to affect the other. Since both of these factors are important for the performance of soccer players, they should be promoted among national team players. Therefore, their exercises should be selected based on the level of capabilities of each participant and the specific needs in matches. Background: The purpose of this research was to compare some selected physiological variables among Iran's national soccer and beach soccer team players.Methods: Twenty eight members of Iran's national soccer and beach soccer team players with an average age of 26 ± 2.60 and 28.4 ± 4.73 years, respectively were selected. The mean height of soccer and beach soccer players were 180 ± 7.2 and 177.3 ± 5.47 cm, respectively. The corresponding values for weight were 77.35 ± 8.72 and 74.21 ± 5.47 kg, respectively. After height and weight measurements, the participants were informed about the process and method of accomplishing tests by the researchers. Some tests, such as Conconi and Bosco tests, were performed to measure aerobic and anaerobic power and thershold. Independet t-test was used to compare the variables.Findings: There were no significant differences in the aerobic power (aerobic power at anaerobic threshold) of the national soccer and beach soccer team players (P = 0.07). There was a significant difference in anaerobic power of soccer and beach soccer team players (P = 0.005). Conclusion: Based on the present study, there is a difference in the aerobic power of the national soccer and beach soccer players which can be due to the kind of activities, skills structure, conditions of the fields, and training conditions. Considering the relation between anaerobic power and aerobic power, weakening of one is expected to affect the other. Since both of these factors are important for the performance of soccer players, they should be promoted among national team players. Therefore, their exercises should be selected based on the level of capabilities of each participant and the specific needs in matches. https://jims.mui.ac.ir/article_13624_e832d017315675c79731378fad5c15e6.pdf

Isfahan University of Medical Sciences Journal of Isfahan Medical School 1027-7595 29 166 2012 01 21 The Reasons for and Satisfaction from Using Acupuncture in Isfahan The Reasons for and Satisfaction from Using Acupuncture in Isfahan 2280 2288 13625 FA Ahmad Mahmoudian Associate Professor, Department of Community Medicine, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran 0000-0001-5328-1895 Mahtab Ebrahim Babaei General Practitioner, Isfahan, Iran Mohamad Jafari General Practitioner, Khomeini Shahr Health Center, Isfahan, Iran Journal Article 2011 10 15 Background: Acupuncture with classical anatomical bioenergetic base is one of ancient complementary medical methods in the world. The correct application of acupuncture is an advantageous method since it does not cause any serious and life threatening side effects. Although acupuncture has not been long practiced in Iran, its use is constantly growing. However, there is not any accurate statistics about the reasons it is used and the level of satisfaction from the treatment. Therefore, we decided to evaluate these parameters in Isfahan.Methods: This was a descriptive analytical study conducted in Isfahan,Iran, during spring 2011. The target group included people who referred to acupuncture clinics in this city. According to the formula, the sample size was estimated as about 227 patients who were randomly selected. Subjects were included if they participated at least 10 sessions of acupuncture treatment and did not begin any new treatment method. The only exclusion criterion was refusing to fill the questionnaire. Data was collected through questionnaires and was analyzed by SPSS.Findings: In this study, we evaluated patients who were treated with acupuncture. Most of them were women (77%). Their mean age was 38.4 ± 11.99 years. The majority of the patients had university education. The commonest complaints among the patients were obesity, backache, joint pain, anxiety, headache, neck pain, hypertension, dermatological disorders and nausea. Most patients tried acupuncture since conventional medicine has been unsuccessfulness to treat their problems. The average scores of satisfaction from the acupuncture method and specialist were 27.72 ± 3.6 and 28.71 ± 5.45 (out of 35), respectively. Patients reported acupuncture to be able to reduce their issues including headache (61%), obesity (58%), musculoskeletal pain (56%), anxiety (51%), and dermatological disorders (20%). Conclusion: According to the satisfaction rates from acupuncture, Iranians may be more willing to use acupuncture in the future. Chronic pain and obesity are important problems in modern societies that lead to disabling situations either as part of a disease progression or side effects of drugs used for their treatment. Therefore, considering the fewer side effects of acupuncture in comparison with conventional medicine, it is necessary to perform more research about different aspects of this therapy. Background: Acupuncture with classical anatomical bioenergetic base is one of ancient complementary medical methods in the world. The correct application of acupuncture is an advantageous method since it does not cause any serious and life threatening side effects. Although acupuncture has not been long practiced in Iran, its use is constantly growing. However, there is not any accurate statistics about the reasons it is used and the level of satisfaction from the treatment. Therefore, we decided to evaluate these parameters in Isfahan.Methods: This was a descriptive analytical study conducted in Isfahan,Iran, during spring 2011. The target group included people who referred to acupuncture clinics in this city. According to the formula, the sample size was estimated as about 227 patients who were randomly selected. Subjects were included if they participated at least 10 sessions of acupuncture treatment and did not begin any new treatment method. The only exclusion criterion was refusing to fill the questionnaire. Data was collected through questionnaires and was analyzed by SPSS.Findings: In this study, we evaluated patients who were treated with acupuncture. Most of them were women (77%). Their mean age was 38.4 ± 11.99 years. The majority of the patients had university education. The commonest complaints among the patients were obesity, backache, joint pain, anxiety, headache, neck pain, hypertension, dermatological disorders and nausea. Most patients tried acupuncture since conventional medicine has been unsuccessfulness to treat their problems. The average scores of satisfaction from the acupuncture method and specialist were 27.72 ± 3.6 and 28.71 ± 5.45 (out of 35), respectively. Patients reported acupuncture to be able to reduce their issues including headache (61%), obesity (58%), musculoskeletal pain (56%), anxiety (51%), and dermatological disorders (20%). Conclusion: According to the satisfaction rates from acupuncture, Iranians may be more willing to use acupuncture in the future. Chronic pain and obesity are important problems in modern societies that lead to disabling situations either as part of a disease progression or side effects of drugs used for their treatment. Therefore, considering the fewer side effects of acupuncture in comparison with conventional medicine, it is necessary to perform more research about different aspects of this therapy. https://jims.mui.ac.ir/article_13625_4375b1899f2a38ba3d4c7d08793325ec.pdf

Isfahan University of Medical Sciences Journal of Isfahan Medical School 1027-7595 29 166 2012 01 21 The Relationship between Storage Time of Blood Products and Morbidity and Mortality after Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery The Relationship between Storage Time of Blood Products and Morbidity and Mortality after Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery 2289 2297 13626 FA Keivan Bagheri Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, School of Medicine and Anesthesiology and Critical Care Research Centre, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran Sina Talebi Student of Medicine, Student Research Committee, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran 0000-0001-6008-5147 Mohamadreza Najarzadegan General Practitioner, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran 0000-0002-5777-9612 Omid Aghadavoudi Associate Professor, Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, School of Medicine And Anesthesiology and Critical Care Research Centre, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran Mojtaba Akbari Epidemiologist, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran Journal Article 2011 09 19 Background: There are some paradoxical results about complications of long time stored blood transfusion. In this research we surveyed these clinical complications and relationship between morbidity and mortality with time of storage.Methods: This cross-sectional study was preformed on 100 coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) candidates in Chamran Hospital, Iran, in 2010. We compared the complications of using old blood (with storage time more than 14 days) and fresh blood (with storage time less than 14 days). Renal complications were assessed by blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatine (Cr) levels. In addition, liver complications were evaluated based on prothrombin time (PT) and partial thromboplastin time (PTT). We also measured ICU stay, ventilation time and mortality in the two groups.Findings: Renal complications, bleeding after surgery, raised coagulation test values such as PTT were significantly more prevalent in old blood takers (P = 0.001, 0.003, and 0.007, respectively). However, there were no significant differences in hemoglobin (P = 0.001), hematocrit (P = 0.001), platelet count (P = 0.001) and mortality between the two groups. Conclusion: In accordance with previous research, the results of this study showed blood storage more than 14 days to increase complications after surgery. Therefore, fresh blood transfusion is recommended for CABG patients.  Background: There are some paradoxical results about complications of long time stored blood transfusion. In this research we surveyed these clinical complications and relationship between morbidity and mortality with time of storage.Methods: This cross-sectional study was preformed on 100 coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) candidates in Chamran Hospital, Iran, in 2010. We compared the complications of using old blood (with storage time more than 14 days) and fresh blood (with storage time less than 14 days). Renal complications were assessed by blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatine (Cr) levels. In addition, liver complications were evaluated based on prothrombin time (PT) and partial thromboplastin time (PTT). We also measured ICU stay, ventilation time and mortality in the two groups.Findings: Renal complications, bleeding after surgery, raised coagulation test values such as PTT were significantly more prevalent in old blood takers (P = 0.001, 0.003, and 0.007, respectively). However, there were no significant differences in hemoglobin (P = 0.001), hematocrit (P = 0.001), platelet count (P = 0.001) and mortality between the two groups. Conclusion: In accordance with previous research, the results of this study showed blood storage more than 14 days to increase complications after surgery. Therefore, fresh blood transfusion is recommended for CABG patients.  https://jims.mui.ac.ir/article_13626_92a795b46873063e419773b4f310fc29.pdf

Isfahan University of Medical Sciences Journal of Isfahan Medical School 1027-7595 29 166 2012 01 21 The Effects of An Acute Running Exercise Training Session on Changes in Serum Beta-Endorphin and Cortisol Levels among Male Sprint Runners The Effects of An Acute Running Exercise Training Session on Changes in Serum Beta-Endorphin and Cortisol Levels among Male Sprint Runners 2298 2306 13627 FA Mahnaz Sinaei Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Khorasgan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Isfahan, Iran 0000-0001-7313-5086 Mehdi Kargarfard Associate Professor, Department of Exercise Physiology, School of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, The University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran 0000-0002-7802-4331 Ardeshir Talebi Associate Professor, Department of Pathology, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran 0000-0002-9205-799X Gholam Reza Sharifirad Assistant Professor, Department of Physiology, School of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Khorasgan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Isfahan, Iran Alireza Arbzade General Practitioner, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran Journal Article 2011 04 15 Background: Previous studies have often focused on plasma beta-endorphin (ß-EP) and cortisol responses to either sub-maximal or maximal exercise. However, little research has been conducted on the effects of professional exercise sessions on ß-EP and cortisol secretion levels. The aim of this study was to assess changes in plasma ß-EP and cortisol levels in male sprint runners after one session of 200 meters run exercise training.Methods: In a quasi-experimental study, 14 healthy male elite runners (mean age: 21.38 ± 2.76 years, mean weight: 69.78 ± 6.76 kg, mean height: 182.21 ± 5.22 cm, and mean body mass index of 20.99 ± 1.62 kg/m2) purposefully and voluntarily participated in this study. After a two hour exercise session, the subjects ran 200 meters in 23 seconds with an intensity equivalent to 80-85% of maximum oxygen consumption. Venous blood samples were taken from the right arm of the subjects to measure levels of ß-EP and cortisol before exercise, immediately after specialized training, and 30 minutes after exercise. Serum blood samples were separated immediately in a refrigerated centrifuge at +4°C. They were then transferred to a -70°C refrigerator for future assessments. ß-EP and cortisol were measured using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) method. Data was analyzed using analysis of variance (ANOVA).Findings: Levels of ß-EP among male sprint runners significantly differed between the three measurements (P ≤ 0.05). The paired comparison test showed a significant difference between the mean ß-EP level before training and in the recovery period (P ≤ 0.05). In addition, no significant differences in cortisol levels were observed (P ≥ 0.05).Conclusion: The results showed that an acute exercise session caused significant increases only in levels of serum ß-EP hormones among sprint runners. Background: Previous studies have often focused on plasma beta-endorphin (ß-EP) and cortisol responses to either sub-maximal or maximal exercise. However, little research has been conducted on the effects of professional exercise sessions on ß-EP and cortisol secretion levels. The aim of this study was to assess changes in plasma ß-EP and cortisol levels in male sprint runners after one session of 200 meters run exercise training.Methods: In a quasi-experimental study, 14 healthy male elite runners (mean age: 21.38 ± 2.76 years, mean weight: 69.78 ± 6.76 kg, mean height: 182.21 ± 5.22 cm, and mean body mass index of 20.99 ± 1.62 kg/m2) purposefully and voluntarily participated in this study. After a two hour exercise session, the subjects ran 200 meters in 23 seconds with an intensity equivalent to 80-85% of maximum oxygen consumption. Venous blood samples were taken from the right arm of the subjects to measure levels of ß-EP and cortisol before exercise, immediately after specialized training, and 30 minutes after exercise. Serum blood samples were separated immediately in a refrigerated centrifuge at +4°C. They were then transferred to a -70°C refrigerator for future assessments. ß-EP and cortisol were measured using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) method. Data was analyzed using analysis of variance (ANOVA).Findings: Levels of ß-EP among male sprint runners significantly differed between the three measurements (P ≤ 0.05). The paired comparison test showed a significant difference between the mean ß-EP level before training and in the recovery period (P ≤ 0.05). In addition, no significant differences in cortisol levels were observed (P ≥ 0.05).Conclusion: The results showed that an acute exercise session caused significant increases only in levels of serum ß-EP hormones among sprint runners. https://jims.mui.ac.ir/article_13627_581c2ccb2333cbefb5909c5b06953f60.pdf

Isfahan University of Medical Sciences Journal of Isfahan Medical School 1027-7595 29 166 2012 01 21 Predicting the Intensity of Scrupulosity based on Image of God and Thought Control Strategies in Obsessive-Compulsive Patients Predicting the Intensity of Scrupulosity based on Image of God and Thought Control Strategies in Obsessive-Compulsive Patients 2307 2318 13628 FA Leila Shameli Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Education and Psychology, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran Mohammad Ali Goodarzi Associate Professor, Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Education and Psychology, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran Habib Hadianfard Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Education and Psychology, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran Seyyed Mohammad Reza Taghavi Professor, Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Education and Psychology, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran Ahmad Ghanizade Psychiatrist, Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran Journal Article 2011 07 30 Background: Scrupulosity is one of the mental disorders with a history richer than any other disorder. However, much of the published literature lacks a thorough clinical coverage of the issue. Based on previous studies, most patients with scrupulosity particularly follow dysfunctional thinking patterns related to moral and religious issues. The main goal of this study was to examine the role of God's image and thought control strategies in prediction of scrupulosity intensity in people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).Methods: Available sampling was used to select sixty patients with OCD (confirmed according to DSM-IV criteria and through clinical interviews) from the persons that referred to counseling centers, clinics and psychiatric clinics in Shiraz. In this correlational study, patients were tested via God Image Scale (GIS), Thought Control Strategies (TCS), Peen Inventory of Scrupulosity (PIOS) and Beck Depression Scale-II. Thus, the intensity of scrupulosity, as the criterion variable, was predicted by image of God and strategies of intrusive thought control. In addition, depression, education and marital status of patients were statistically controlled. The correlations between variables were analyzed using Pearson's correlation coefficient and hierarchical regression analysis in SPSS16.Findings: The mean age of subjects was 25.35 ± 6.91. While Bachelor's degree was the most prevalent educational level (53.33%), 23.3% of subjects had high school diploma, 15% had a master's degree and 8.4% had not even finished high school. The majority of subjects were single (65%). The results showed that the combination of acceptance (B: 0.58, P ≤ 0.001) and God's presence (B: -0/38, P ≤ 0.011) along with punishment strategy (B: 0.33, P ≤ 0.005) could predict 44% of the intensity of scrupulosity in people with OCD. Conclusion: This study provided psychologists and psychotherapists with an opportunity to that consider the type of image and attitudes patients have toward God. As we know, thinking of God as accepting increases the intensity of scrupulosity while considering him as present decreases the problem. In addition, with punishment strategy being identified as the only scrupulosity-related strategy, it needs to be replaced by healthier methods to inhibit and control the intrusive thoughts in patients. Background: Scrupulosity is one of the mental disorders with a history richer than any other disorder. However, much of the published literature lacks a thorough clinical coverage of the issue. Based on previous studies, most patients with scrupulosity particularly follow dysfunctional thinking patterns related to moral and religious issues. The main goal of this study was to examine the role of God's image and thought control strategies in prediction of scrupulosity intensity in people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).Methods: Available sampling was used to select sixty patients with OCD (confirmed according to DSM-IV criteria and through clinical interviews) from the persons that referred to counseling centers, clinics and psychiatric clinics in Shiraz. In this correlational study, patients were tested via God Image Scale (GIS), Thought Control Strategies (TCS), Peen Inventory of Scrupulosity (PIOS) and Beck Depression Scale-II. Thus, the intensity of scrupulosity, as the criterion variable, was predicted by image of God and strategies of intrusive thought control. In addition, depression, education and marital status of patients were statistically controlled. The correlations between variables were analyzed using Pearson's correlation coefficient and hierarchical regression analysis in SPSS16.Findings: The mean age of subjects was 25.35 ± 6.91. While Bachelor's degree was the most prevalent educational level (53.33%), 23.3% of subjects had high school diploma, 15% had a master's degree and 8.4% had not even finished high school. The majority of subjects were single (65%). The results showed that the combination of acceptance (B: 0.58, P ≤ 0.001) and God's presence (B: -0/38, P ≤ 0.011) along with punishment strategy (B: 0.33, P ≤ 0.005) could predict 44% of the intensity of scrupulosity in people with OCD. Conclusion: This study provided psychologists and psychotherapists with an opportunity to that consider the type of image and attitudes patients have toward God. As we know, thinking of God as accepting increases the intensity of scrupulosity while considering him as present decreases the problem. In addition, with punishment strategy being identified as the only scrupulosity-related strategy, it needs to be replaced by healthier methods to inhibit and control the intrusive thoughts in patients. https://jims.mui.ac.ir/article_13628_d868f39a91226158ba7e495d145a0ad5.pdf

Isfahan University of Medical Sciences Journal of Isfahan Medical School 1027-7595 29 166 2012 01 21 The Effect of Hydroalcoholic Extract of Dorema Aucheri on CD40 Protein Expression in Thoracic Aorta of Male White Rabbits Fed with Hypercholesterolemic Diet The Effect of Hydroalcoholic Extract of Dorema Aucheri on CD40 Protein Expression in Thoracic Aorta of Male White Rabbits Fed with Hypercholesterolemic Diet 2319 2329 13629 FA Gholam Reza Dashti Associate Professor, Department of Anatomical Sciences and Molecular Biology, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran Ahmad Teimourinejad Department of Anatomical Sciences, School of Medicine, Jahrom University of Medical Sciences, Jahrom, Iran Mansour Salehi Associate Professor, Department of Anatomical Sciences and Molecular Biology, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran Seyyed Ebrahim Sajadi Perofessor, Department of Pharmacognosy, School of Pharmacy, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran Nakisa Torabinia Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology, School of Dentistry, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran Journal Article 2011 09 21 Background: Coronary artery disease (CAD) is caused by the accumulation of fatty streaks in the intima of vessels leading to atherosclerosis. Nowadays, medicinal herbs are attracting much attention in this field. Hence, the aim of the present research was to compare the effects of hydroalcoholic extract of the Dorema Aucheri and statins on CD40 protein expression.Methods: Thirty white male rabbits (1250-1500 grams) were purchased from the Pasteur Institute of Tehran. The animals were housed in clean metal hutches and acclimatized on rabbit chow for two weeks prior to the commencement of the experiment. The animals were subsequently randomly divided into five groups, each containing six rabbits. The feeding experiment was conducted at room temperature of 28˚C. After two weeks, four groups of rabbits were fed with a diet containing 1% cholesterol (hypercholesterolemic diet), hypercholesterolemic diet plus 6 mg/kg lovastatin, hypercholesterolemic diet plus 200 mg Dorema Aucheri extract, and hypercholesterolemic diet plus 400 mg Dorema Aucheri extract for 45 days. The fifth group only received a normal diet without cholesterol.Findings: Different levels of staining were observed in the 30 sections taken from the thoracic aorta of the rabbits. However, the two groups that received the extract were not significantly different. The staining was completely inconsiderable in the control. Conclusion: Dorema Aucheri extract had a significant effect on decreasing CD40 proteins formation. This property might be due to the presence of flavonoids, antioxidants and other compounds such as furanocoumarins that have been identified in the plant extract. Background: Coronary artery disease (CAD) is caused by the accumulation of fatty streaks in the intima of vessels leading to atherosclerosis. Nowadays, medicinal herbs are attracting much attention in this field. Hence, the aim of the present research was to compare the effects of hydroalcoholic extract of the Dorema Aucheri and statins on CD40 protein expression.Methods: Thirty white male rabbits (1250-1500 grams) were purchased from the Pasteur Institute of Tehran. The animals were housed in clean metal hutches and acclimatized on rabbit chow for two weeks prior to the commencement of the experiment. The animals were subsequently randomly divided into five groups, each containing six rabbits. The feeding experiment was conducted at room temperature of 28˚C. After two weeks, four groups of rabbits were fed with a diet containing 1% cholesterol (hypercholesterolemic diet), hypercholesterolemic diet plus 6 mg/kg lovastatin, hypercholesterolemic diet plus 200 mg Dorema Aucheri extract, and hypercholesterolemic diet plus 400 mg Dorema Aucheri extract for 45 days. The fifth group only received a normal diet without cholesterol.Findings: Different levels of staining were observed in the 30 sections taken from the thoracic aorta of the rabbits. However, the two groups that received the extract were not significantly different. The staining was completely inconsiderable in the control. Conclusion: Dorema Aucheri extract had a significant effect on decreasing CD40 proteins formation. This property might be due to the presence of flavonoids, antioxidants and other compounds such as furanocoumarins that have been identified in the plant extract. https://jims.mui.ac.ir/article_13629_1bb2cdd9a728af16a32aee019a012fb0.pdf

Isfahan University of Medical Sciences Journal of Isfahan Medical School 1027-7595 29 166 2012 01 21 Measurement of Photoneutron Dose in the Linear Accelerator at the Radiation Therapy Section of Seyed-Al-Shohada Hospital, Isfahan, Iran Measurement of Photoneutron Dose in the Linear Accelerator at the Radiation Therapy Section of Seyed-Al-Shohada Hospital, Isfahan, Iran 2330 2339 13630 FA Daryoush Shahbazi-Gahrouei Professor, Department of Medical Physics and Engineering, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran 0000-0002-8538-1898 Mostafa Khosravi MSc Student, Student Research Committee, Department of Medical Physics and Engineering, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran 0000-0002-8538-1898 Keyvan Jabbari Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Physics and Engineering, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran Rouhollah Gheisari Associate Professor, Department of Physics, School of Sciences, University of Khalij-e-Fars, Boushehr, Iran Journal Article 2011 09 15 Background: Radiation therapy with linear accelerators (Linac) is one of the efficient techniques for cancer treatment. However, the interaction between high energy photons and various materials on the Linac's head produces photoneutron contamination. Total flux of neutrons per unit of radiation in the isocenter is the sum of thermal, scattered and direct neutrons fluxes. In this study, the neutron contamination at an energy level of 18 MeV was investigated in 15 points of the Linac's room at Seyed-Al-Shohada Hospital, Isfahan, Iran.Methods: For calculation of the dose of the neutrons, 30 thermoluminescence dosemeters (TLD-600 and TLD-700) were randomly distributed in 15 points of the treatment room. In order to use TLDs, both thermal and gamma calibrations are required. While thermal calibration was performed with a 60Co source at the hospital, gamma calibration was conducted with an AM-Be source at the secondary standard dosimetry lab (SSDL) in Karaj, Iran. The exposure of the detectors was performed during the treatment of a patient at a dose of 100 cGy during 111 Monitor Unit.Findings: The results of the TLD detectors were all in the range of millisievert (mSv) and less. The measured doses in detectors 1, 2, 3, 4 and 15 were 0.378, 0.652, 0.693, 0.0605, and 0.671 mSv, respectively. Conclusion: Based on our findings, non-zero values of photoneutron contamination exist in the treatment room which are not always considered in the treatment planning of patients. Background: Radiation therapy with linear accelerators (Linac) is one of the efficient techniques for cancer treatment. However, the interaction between high energy photons and various materials on the Linac's head produces photoneutron contamination. Total flux of neutrons per unit of radiation in the isocenter is the sum of thermal, scattered and direct neutrons fluxes. In this study, the neutron contamination at an energy level of 18 MeV was investigated in 15 points of the Linac's room at Seyed-Al-Shohada Hospital, Isfahan, Iran.Methods: For calculation of the dose of the neutrons, 30 thermoluminescence dosemeters (TLD-600 and TLD-700) were randomly distributed in 15 points of the treatment room. In order to use TLDs, both thermal and gamma calibrations are required. While thermal calibration was performed with a 60Co source at the hospital, gamma calibration was conducted with an AM-Be source at the secondary standard dosimetry lab (SSDL) in Karaj, Iran. The exposure of the detectors was performed during the treatment of a patient at a dose of 100 cGy during 111 Monitor Unit.Findings: The results of the TLD detectors were all in the range of millisievert (mSv) and less. The measured doses in detectors 1, 2, 3, 4 and 15 were 0.378, 0.652, 0.693, 0.0605, and 0.671 mSv, respectively. Conclusion: Based on our findings, non-zero values of photoneutron contamination exist in the treatment room which are not always considered in the treatment planning of patients. https://jims.mui.ac.ir/article_13630_b0ba3ef0fbb84634cbda64006c598618.pdf

Isfahan University of Medical Sciences Journal of Isfahan Medical School 1027-7595 29 166 2012 01 21 The Association between Dietary Glycemic Index, Glycemic Load and Children Obesity: A Review of Published Papers The Association between Dietary Glycemic Index, Glycemic Load and Children Obesity: A Review of Published Papers 2340 2358 13631 FA Seyed Mohammad Hossein Rouhani MSc Student, Student Research Committee, Department of Nutrition, School of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran 0000-0003-2451-0083 Mahin Hashemipour Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Child Health Promotion Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran Roya Kelishadi Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Child Health Promotion Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran 0000-0002-6032-5523 Ahmad Esmaillzadeh Associate Professor, Food Security Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences and Department of Community Nutrition, School of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Ira Leila Azadbakht Associate Professor, Food Security Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences and Department of Community Nutrition, School of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Ira Journal Article 2011 09 20 Background: Many studies were conducted to evaluate the association between dietary glycemic index, glycemic load and children obesity. The aim of this study was to review these studies.Methods: We searched the ISI and PubMed databases for studies that evaluated the association between dietary glycemic index, glycemic load and obesity in children. At first, the studies containing the words "glycemic index", "glycemic load", "glycaemic index" or "glycaemic load" plus "child", "children", "young", "youth" or "adolescent" were selected. Among 1001 selected studies, articles were accepted if they had considered obesity or related factors as their main dependent variables.Findings: Twenty studies were included. Although the cross-sectional results were inconsistent, stronger studies had found a direct relation between dietary glycemic index, glycemic load and children obesity. Cohort studies had shown positive, neutral and negative associations between these dietary factors and obesity in children. However, although most clinical trials had reported a positive effect of dietary glycemic index on childhood obesity, they had not shown the similar effect for glycemic load.  Conclusion: There is not enough evidence for making a certain conclusion. Therefore, further studies in this field are suggested.  Background: Many studies were conducted to evaluate the association between dietary glycemic index, glycemic load and children obesity. The aim of this study was to review these studies.Methods: We searched the ISI and PubMed databases for studies that evaluated the association between dietary glycemic index, glycemic load and obesity in children. At first, the studies containing the words "glycemic index", "glycemic load", "glycaemic index" or "glycaemic load" plus "child", "children", "young", "youth" or "adolescent" were selected. Among 1001 selected studies, articles were accepted if they had considered obesity or related factors as their main dependent variables.Findings: Twenty studies were included. Although the cross-sectional results were inconsistent, stronger studies had found a direct relation between dietary glycemic index, glycemic load and children obesity. Cohort studies had shown positive, neutral and negative associations between these dietary factors and obesity in children. However, although most clinical trials had reported a positive effect of dietary glycemic index on childhood obesity, they had not shown the similar effect for glycemic load.  Conclusion: There is not enough evidence for making a certain conclusion. Therefore, further studies in this field are suggested.  https://jims.mui.ac.ir/article_13631_cb4e345e4246a6264a5050d32e227b79.pdf