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Shakeri A, Cicero AFG, Panahi Y, Mohajeri M, Sahebkar A. Curcumin: A naturally occurring autophagy modulator. J Cell Physiol 2018; 234:5643-5654. [PMID: 30239005 DOI: 10.1002/jcp.27404] [Citation(s) in RCA: 142] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2018] [Accepted: 08/21/2018] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Autophagy is a self-degradative process that plays a pivotal role in several medical conditions associated with infection, cancer, neurodegeneration, aging, and metabolic disorders. Its interplay with cancer development and treatment resistance is complicated and paramount for drug design since an autophagic response can lead to tumor suppression by enhancing cellular integrity and tumorigenesis by improving tumor cell survival. In addition, autophagy denotes the cellular ability of adapting to stress though it may end up in apoptosis activation when cells are exposed to a very powerful stress. Induction of autophagy is a therapeutic option in cancer and many anticancer drugs have been developed to this aim. Curcumin as a hydrophobic polyphenol compound extracted from the known spice turmeric has different pharmacological effects in both in vitro and in vivo models. Many reports exist reporting that curcumin is capable of triggering autophagy in several cancer cells. In this review, we will focus on how curcumin can target autophagy in different cellular settings that may extend our understanding of new pharmacological agents to overcome relevant diseases.
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- Abolfazl Shakeri
- Department of Pharmacognosy, School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, System Biology and Poisoning Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Neurogenic Inflammation Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Biotechnology Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Abolghasemi H, Panahi Y, Ahmadinejad M, Toogeh G, Karimi M, Eghbali A, Mirbehbahani NB, Dehdezi BK, Badiee Z, Hoorfar H, Eshghi P, Maghsoudi N, Sahebkar A, Gholami-Fesharaki M. Comparative evaluation of the safety and efficacy of recombinant FVIII in severe hemophilia A patients. J Pharmacopuncture 2018; 21:76-81. [PMID: 30151307 PMCID: PMC6054092 DOI: 10.3831/kpi.2018.21.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2017] [Revised: 03/20/2018] [Accepted: 05/17/2018] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Objective This study compared the safety and efficacy of Safacto® versus xyntha® in patients with severe hemophilia A. Methods Thirty-three male patients with severe hemophilia A were randomly divided into two groups. Seventeen patients received Safacto® and 16 patients received Xyntha® for four consecutive times. The dosage of FVIII was 40-50 IU/kg for each injection. Plasma level of FVIII activity was evaluated before every injection, 15 minutes after the injection and one month after the start of the trial. The rate of factor VIII activity, pain and joint motion were also assessed before and after the treatment. Results Plasma level of FVIII clotting activity in Safacto® and Xyntha® were 1.96±0.5 IU/dl and 1.63±0.5 IU/dl and increased to 88.84±25.2 IU/dl and 100.09±17.8 IU/dl, respectively (P<0.001). Pain score and range of motion improvement were 9.3±0.9 and 8.7±0.1 in Safacto® (P=0.17); and 9.4±0.8 and 8.8±0.3 in Xyntha® (P=0.35), respectively. No allergic or other unfavorable reactions was observed with either of the preparations. Conclusion This study showed that Safacto® has a favorable efficacy and safety profile.
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- Hassan Abolghasemi
- Pediatric Congenital Hematologic Disorders Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Pharmacotherapy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- High Institute of Research, Iranian Blood Transfusion Organization, Tehran, Iran
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- Pediatric Congenital Hematologic Disorders Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Pharmacotherapy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,High Institute of Research, Iranian Blood Transfusion Organization, Tehran, Iran.,Hematology Research Centre, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.,Department of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, Mofid Children's Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Gorgan, Iran.,Department of Thalassemia & Hemoglobinopathy Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Science, Ahvaz, Iran.,Doctor Sheikh Hospital, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran.,Neuroscience Research Center (NRC), Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Biotechnology Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Neurogenic Inflammation Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Department of Biostatistics, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran
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- Hematology Research Centre, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, Mofid Children's Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Thalassemia & Hemoglobinopathy Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Science, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Doctor Sheikh Hospital, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Pediatric Congenital Hematologic Disorders Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Neuroscience Research Center (NRC), Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Neurogenic Inflammation Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Dianat-Moghadam H, Rokni M, Marofi F, Panahi Y, Yousefi M. Natural killer cell-based immunotherapy: From transplantation toward targeting cancer stem cells. J Cell Physiol 2018; 234:259-273. [PMID: 30144312 DOI: 10.1002/jcp.26878] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/19/2018] [Accepted: 05/23/2018] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Natural killer (NK) cells are key players of the innate immune system. NK cells provide protection against infectious pathogens and malignancies in cell. This characteristic may be attributable to their intrinsic diverse potentialities and also their cooperation with adaptive immune lymphocytes, known as B and T cells. The growth, recurrence, and metastasis of cancer cells, and the failure of cytoreductive therapies against cancer cells are due to the small population of intratumor stem-like cells, called cancer stem cells (CSCs). Furthermore, NK cells can efficiently eradicate heterogeneous tumor cells after a long-term treatment. Therefore, NK cell-based therapy is a promising strategy to target and break CSC-associated resistance to anticancer drugs treatment. In this review, we have presented an overview of the emerging knowledge of the characteristics, diversities, and mechanism-driven immune surveillance of human NK cells and advances in NK cell-based immunotherapies. Finally, we will discuss how these cells can be applied to introduce the next generation of vaccine- and immune-based approaches to prevent drug resistance.
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- Hassan Dianat-Moghadam
- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.,Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Institute, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.,Drug Applied Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Immunology, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Hematology, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Institute, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.,Drug Applied Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.,Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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Gorabi AM, Hajighasemi S, Tafti HA, Atashi A, Soleimani M, Aghdami N, Saeid AK, Khori V, Panahi Y, Sahebkar A. TBX18 transcription factor overexpression in human-induced pluripotent stem cells increases their differentiation into pacemaker-like cells. J Cell Physiol 2018; 234:1534-1546. [PMID: 30078203 DOI: 10.1002/jcp.27018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2018] [Accepted: 06/26/2018] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND The discovery of gene- and cell-based strategies has opened a new area to investigate novel approaches for the treatment of many conditions caused by cardiac cell failure. The TBX18 (T-box 18) transcription factor is considered as a prominent factor in the sinoatrial node (SAN) formation during the embryonic development. In this in vitro study, the effect of TBX18 gene expression on human-induced pluripotent-stem-cell-derived cardiomyocytes (hiPS-CMs) to induce pacemaker-like cells was examined. METHODS The human-dermal-fibroblast-derived iPSCs were transfected using chemical, physical, and Lentiviral methods of TBX18 gene delivery during differentiation into cardiomyocytes (CMs). After the differentiation process through small-molecule-based temporal modulation of the Wnt signaling pathway, the hiPSC-CMs were analyzed using the real-time polymerase chain reaction, immunocytochemistry, immunofluorescence, whole-cell patch-clamp recording, and western blotting to investigate the accuracy of differentiation and identify the effect exerted by TBX18. RESULTS The hiPS-CMs showed spontaneous beating and expressed specific markers of cardiac cells. The lentiviral-mediated TBX18 delivery was the most efficient method for transfection. The results showed the increment in Connexin 43 expression among untransfected hiPS-CMs, whereas this protein was significantly downregulated followed by TBX18 overexpression. TBX18-hiPSCMs were detected with pacemaker cell features. CONCLUSIONS It was demonstrated that the TBX18 gene is able to conduct hiPSCs to differentiate into pacemaker-like cells. The TBX18 gene delivery seems to have the potential for the development of biological pacemakers; however, more investigations are still needed to assess its usefulness to fix arrhythmic conditions with SAN failure basis.
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- Armita M Gorabi
- Department of Basic and Clinical Research, Tehran Heart Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Paramedicine, Qazvin University of Medical Sciences, Qazvin, Iran
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- Faculty of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Stem Cell and Tissue Engineering Research Center, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, Iran
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- Department of Hematology, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Regenerative Biomedicine, Cell Science Research Center, Royan Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Technology, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Cardiology, Tehran University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran
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- Ischemic Disorders Research Center, Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Gorgan, Iran
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- Pharmacotherapy Department, School of Pharmacy, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Neurogenic Inflammation Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Panahi Y, Dehcheshmeh HS, Mojtahedzadeh M, Joneidi-Jafari N, Johnston TP, Sahebkar A. Analgesic and sedative agents used in the intensive care unit: A review. J Cell Biochem 2018; 119:8684-8693. [PMID: 30076655 DOI: 10.1002/jcb.27141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2018] [Accepted: 05/18/2018] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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Pain is a common experience for most patients in the intensive care unit (ICU). In the current study, the advantages and disadvantages of analgesic and sedative drugs used in the ICU are reviewed. An ideal sedative and analgesic agent should have features such as rapid onset of action, rapid recovery after discontinuation, predictability, minimal accumulation of the agent and metabolites in the body, and lack of toxicity. None of the sedative and analgesic agents have all of these desired characteristics; nevertheless, clinicians must be familiar with these classes of drugs to optimize pharmacotherapy and ensure as few side-effects as possible for ICU patients.
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- Yunes Panahi
- Pharmacotherapy Department, School of Pharmacy, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Clinical Pharmacy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Research Center for Rational Use of Drugs, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Division of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri
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- Neurogenic Inflammation Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Biotechnology Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Panahi Y, Fazlolahzadeh O, Atkin SL, Majeed M, Butler AE, Johnston TP, Sahebkar A. Evidence of curcumin and curcumin analogue effects in skin diseases: A narrative review. J Cell Physiol 2018; 234:1165-1178. [PMID: 30073647 DOI: 10.1002/jcp.27096] [Citation(s) in RCA: 86] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2018] [Accepted: 06/28/2018] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Curcumin, a natural polyphenolic and yellow pigment obtained from the spice turmeric, has strong antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties. Due to these properties, curcumin has been used as a remedy for the prevention and treatment of skin aging and disorders such as psoriasis, infection, acne, skin inflammation, and skin cancer. Curcumin has protective effects against skin damage caused by chronic ultraviolet B radiation. One of the challenges in maximizing the therapeutic potential of curcumin is its low bioavailability, limited aqueous solubility, and chemical instability. In this regard, the present review is focused on recent studies concerning the use of curcumin for the treatment of skin diseases, as well as offering new and efficient strategies to optimize its pharmacokinetic profile and increase its bioavailability.
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- Yunes Panahi
- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Systems Biology and Poisonings Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, K.N. Toosi University of Technology, Tehran, Iran
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- Life Sciences Research Division, Anti-Doping Laboratory Qatar, Doha, Qatar
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- Division of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Neurogenic Inflammation Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Yadi M, Mostafavi E, Saleh B, Davaran S, Aliyeva I, Khalilov R, Nikzamir M, Nikzamir N, Akbarzadeh A, Panahi Y, Milani M. Current developments in green synthesis of metallic nanoparticles using plant extracts: a review. Artificial Cells, Nanomedicine, and Biotechnology 2018; 46:S336-S343. [DOI: 10.1080/21691401.2018.1492931] [Citation(s) in RCA: 72] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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- Morteza Yadi
- Department of Medical Nanotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Science, Tabriz University of Medical Science, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Northeastern University, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Northeastern University, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Medical Nanotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Science, Tabriz University of Medical Science, Tabriz, Iran
- Joint Ukrain-Azerbaijan International Research and Education Center of Nanobiotechnology and Functional Nanosystems, Drohobych Ukraine and Baku, Azerbaijan
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- Joint Ukrain-Azerbaijan International Research and Education Center of Nanobiotechnology and Functional Nanosystems, Drohobych Ukraine and Baku, Azerbaijan
- Department of Environmental Engineering, Azerbaijan Technological University, Ganja, Azerbaijan
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- Joint Ukrain-Azerbaijan International Research and Education Center of Nanobiotechnology and Functional Nanosystems, Drohobych Ukraine and Baku, Azerbaijan
- Institute of Radiation Problems, National Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan, Baku, Azerbaijan
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- Department of industrial Engineering, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Chemistry, Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Branch, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Nanotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Science, Tabriz University of Medical Science, Tabriz, Iran
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Northeastern University, Boston, MA, USA
- Joint Ukrain-Azerbaijan International Research and Education Center of Nanobiotechnology and Functional Nanosystems, Drohobych Ukraine and Baku, Azerbaijan
- Biotechnology Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
- Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN), Tabriz, Iran
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- Pharmacotherapy Department, School of Pharmacy, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Nanotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Science, Tabriz University of Medical Science, Tabriz, Iran
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- Yunes Panahi
- Pharmacotherapy Department, School of Pharmacy, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Gastrointestinal Pharmacology Interest Group (GPIG), Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN), Tehran, Iran
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More than a century after the introduction of sulfur mustard (SM), as a chemical warfare agent, it has affected thousands of military and civilians on several occasions. The most notable toxic effects of this easily produced chemical, are lung damage ranges from necrotic, hemorrhagic, and infectious acute-lung injury to chronic conditions (i.e., mustard lung). While there is no definite treatment for individuals exposed to sulfur mustard, corticosteroids, mucolytics, bronchodilators, antibiotics, immunosuppressive medicines, and magnesium are being used to help victims. In the pathophysiology of SM-induced lung conditions, oxidative stress and inflammation play undeniable roles; thus, N-acetyl-L-cysteine (NAC) has been used as a treatment. In this narrative review article, we discuss the mechanisms involved in SM-induced lung damage along with the properties of NAC that can help patients recover from these deleterious effects.
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- Yunes Panahi
- Clinical Pharmacy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Clinical Research Unit, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Kashiha A, Setayesh N, Panahi Y, Ahmadi A, Soltany-Rezaee-Rad M, Najafi A, Rouini MR, Namipashaki A, Sahebkar A, Mojtahedzadeh M. Prevalence of candidemia and associated candida subtypes following severe sepsis in non-neutropenic critically ill patients. Acta Biomed 2018; 89:193-202. [PMID: 29957751 PMCID: PMC6179014 DOI: 10.23750/abm.v89i2.5385] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2016] [Accepted: 05/25/2016] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Background: Invasive candidiasis management through the rapid initiation of appropriate antifungal therapy has been shown to be associated with the better prognosis, improved clinical outcome and reduced mortality in critically ill patients. Therefore, selection of an appropriate antifungal therapy should be based on the distribution of candida species and the pattern of antifungal resistance. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of candidemia and associated subtypes following severe sepsis in non-neutropenic critically ill patients. Methods: This study was a cross-sectional study that was conducted on severe sepsis patients stayed at least seven days in intensive care unit. Patients less than 18 years old, pregnant and breastfeeding patients, immunocompromised patients, neutropenic patients, patients with concurrent use of antifungal medicines and cytotoxic agents were excluded.To asses the candidemia, one mililiter of patients’ blood sample was collected. Sample analysis was performed by Real-Time PCR and high resolution melting curve analysis method. Results: Thirty-one critically ill patients were recruited in this study over 12-month period. Candidemia with a detection limit of 100 pg per 0.2 ml blood sample was not recognized in any of the included patients. Conclusion: The present result indicates low incidence of candidemia in the targeted intensive care units, but other factors such as small sample size, exclusion of patients with compromised immune system and the low fungal load at the time of sampling may also account for our observation. (www.actabiomedica.it)
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- Arefeh Kashiha
- Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Research Center, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Sina Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Research Center, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Sina Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- epartment of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences.
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- Department of Medical Biotechology, Faculty of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences. Tehran, Iran.
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- Clinical Pharmacy Department, Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Panahi Y, Ghanei M, Maghsoudi H, Saffar Soflaei S, Sahebkar A. Investigation of the efficacy of generic and brand-name salmeterol/fluticasone combination in the management of asthma: a randomized comparative trial. Acta Biomed 2018; 89:186-192. [PMID: 29957750 PMCID: PMC6179023 DOI: 10.23750/abm.v89i2.5411] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2016] [Accepted: 08/22/2016] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND Asthma is the most chronic inflammatory disease of the airways worldwide. Combination therapy with inhaled fluticasone and salmeterol is a common practice for the long-term management of asthma. Seretide® and Fluticort plus® are two available generic and brand name products of salmeterol/fluticasone. This study aimed to compare the efficacy and safety of these two drugs. MATERIALS AND METHODS In this randomized comparative, clinical trial, 80 asthmatic patients were allocated to Fluticort plus® (n=40) or Seretide® (n=40) for a period of 4 weeks. Patients with mild asthma were instructed to inhale one puff each 12 hours and those with moderate asthma two puffs every 12 hours. Respiratory volumes (assessed using spirometry), quality of life (assessed using St. George's Respiratory Questionnaire [SGRQ]) and control of asthmatic symptoms (assessed using asthma control test [ACT]) were evaluated at baseline and at the end of the study. RESULTS ACT score improved only in the Fluticort plus® group (p=0.012) while it was not significantly changed in the Seretide® group (p=0.178). In both treatment groups, FEV1, FEV1/FVC, and total as well as subscale SGRQ scores were significantly improved by the end of the study (p<0.05). Seretide® more efficiently improved respiratory volumes and SGRQ score in comparison with Fluticort plus® (p<0.05). CONCLUSION Our comparative trial indicated that generic fluticasone/salmeterol product could improve respiratory volumes, quality of life but its efficacy is lower than the brand-name product. However, Fluticort plus® improved asthma control more efficiently compared with Seretide®.
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- Yunes Panahi
- Pharmacotherapy Department, School of Pharmacy, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Systems Biology and Poisonings Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Modern Sciences and Technologies, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
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- Neurogenic Inflammation Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
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Narmani A, Kamali M, Amini B, Salimi A, Panahi Y. Targeting delivery of oxaliplatin with smart PEG-modified PAMAM G4 to colorectal cell line: In vitro studies. Process Biochem 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.procbio.2018.01.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Modarresi A, Nafar M, Sahraei Z, Salamzadeh J, Chaibakhsh S, Ziaie S, Parvin M, Panahi Y, Einollahi B. N-acetylcysteine decreases urinary level of neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin in deceased-donor renal transplant recipients: a randomized clinical trial. Biomarkers 2018; 23:589-596. [PMID: 29683755 DOI: 10.1080/1354750x.2018.1468823] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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CONTEXT Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common complication after kidney transplantation (KT), especially in recipients from deceased donors. Urinary neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin (u-NGAL) is an early and sensitive marker of AKI after transplantation. OBJECTIVES We assessed the renoprotective effect of N-acetylcysteine (NAC) on u-NGAL levels as an early prognostic marker of graft function immediately after transplantation. MATERIALS AND METHODS A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial was conducted on 70 deceased-donor KT recipients ( www.irct.ir , trial registration number: IRCT2014090214693N4). Patients received 600 mg oral NAC or placebo twice daily from day 0 to 5 and urine samples were taken before, and on the first and fifth days after transplantation. U-NGAL and early graft function were compared between the two groups. RESULTS NAC significantly reduced u-NGAL levels compared to placebo (p value = 0.02), while improvement in early graft function with NAC did not reach statistical significance. CONCLUSIONS This study showed that NAC administration in deceased-donor KT recipients can reduce tubular kidney injury, evidenced by u-NGAL measurements. Improvement in early graft function needs a larger sample size to reach a statistical conclusion.
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- Atieh Modarresi
- a Research Center for Rational Use of Drugs, Tehran University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
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- b Urology and Nephrology Research Center, Shahid Labbafinejad Medical Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
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- c Department of Clinical Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy , Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
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- c Department of Clinical Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy , Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
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- a Research Center for Rational Use of Drugs, Tehran University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran.,d Department of Biostatistics , Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
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- c Department of Clinical Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy , Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
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- b Urology and Nephrology Research Center, Shahid Labbafinejad Medical Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
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- e Pharmacotherapy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Baqiyatollah University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
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- f Nephrology and Urology Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
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Panahi Y, Roshandel D, Sadoughi MM, Ghanei M, Sahebkar A. Sulfur Mustard-Induced Ocular Injuries: Update on Mechanisms and Management. Curr Pharm Des 2018; 23:1589-1597. [PMID: 27774903 DOI: 10.2174/1381612822666161021150125] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2016] [Accepted: 10/14/2016] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Sulfur mustard (SM; mustard gas) is a classic chemical warfare agent that has been used in several wars and is still a potential threat especially in the Middle-East region. Victims experience acute symptoms in airexposed organs including skin, respiratory tract and the eyes. Survivors of the acute stage might develop chronic or delayed-onset complications in the exposed organs. The exact mechanism(s) of SM-induced tissue damage is still unknown, however DNA alkylation and oxidative damage are the most relevant mechanisms. Eye is the most sensitive organ to the SM vapor and ocular symptoms usually precede other manifestations. Ocular findings including blepharitis, dry eye disease, corneal vascularization, persistent epithelial defects, limbal ischemia, limbal stem cell deficiency, corneal thinning, corneal opacity and corneal innervation abnormalities have been reported several years after SM exposure. In this review, mechanisms of acute and chronic/delayed ocular manifestations of SM and their current management and potential future therapies have been discussed. We have also included recent advances in amniotic membrane transplantation, cultivated stem cell transplantation and anti-angiogenic therapies which might be considered as therapeutic options in SM-induced ocular damage in the future.
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- Yunes Panahi
- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Ophthalmic Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Panahi Y, Saadat A, Seifi M, Rajaee M, Butler AE, Sahebkar A. Effects of Spinal-Z in Patients with Gastroesophageal Cancer. J Pharmacopuncture 2018; 21:26-34. [PMID: 30151302 PMCID: PMC6054077 DOI: 10.3831/kpi.2018.21.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2018] [Revised: 02/28/2018] [Accepted: 03/02/2018] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Objective The purpose of this study was to investigate the efficacy and safety of spinal-Z, derived from Peganum harmala seeds and Dracocephalum Kotschyi Boiss leaves, in patients with esophageal and stomach adenocarcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma of the esophagus. Methods Sixty-one patients with malignancies of the upper gastrointestinal tract were randomly assigned to one of two groups (treatment or control) in a double-blind fashion. Six capsules of Spinal-Z were prescribed to the patients with the regimen of 600 mg/m2/day, and placebo to the control group, for six months. Results There were no significant differences between the two groups with regard to age, sex, duration of cancer, type of cancer and family history of cancer. There were significant differences in abdominal pain, heartburn, constipation and vomiting between the two groups, following spinal-Z therapy. Evaluation of drug side effects showed no difference in cough or other respiratory symptoms, itching, headache or dizziness between the two groups, both before and after treatment. Conclusion This study indicates that Spinal-Z is safe and efficacious in the management of patients with upper gastrointestinal tract cancers.
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- Yunes Panahi
- Pharmacotherapy Department, School of Pharmacy, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences,Tehran, Iran
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- Pharmacotherapy Department, School of Pharmacy, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Gastrointestinal Pharmacology Interest Group (GPIG), Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN), Tehran, Iran
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- Life Sciences Research Division, Anti-Doping Laboratory Qatar, Doha, Qatar
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- Neurogenic Inflammation Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Biotechnology Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Tahmasbpour E, Ghanei M, Khor A, Panahi Y. Altered expression of cyclooxygenase-2, 12-lipoxygenase, inducible nitric oxide synthase-2 and surfactant protein D in lungs of patients with pulmonary injury caused by sulfur mustard. Drug Chem Toxicol 2018. [PMID: 29536762 DOI: 10.1080/01480545.2018.1442474] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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CONTEXT Sulfur mustard (SM) is a strong alkylating toxicant that targets different organs, particularly human lung tissue. Change in genes expression is one of the molecular mechanisms of SM toxicity in damaged tissue. OBJECTIVE The purpose of this investigation is to characterize the expression of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), 12-lipoxygenase (12-LO), inducible nitric oxide synthase 2 (iNOS2), and surfactant protein D (SFTPD) in lungs of patients who exposed to SM. METHODS Lung biopsies were provided from SM-exposed patients (n = 6) and controls (n = 5). Total RNA were extracted from all specimens and then cDNA was synthesized for each sample. Changes in gene expression were measured using RT2 Profiler ™PCR Array. RESULTS Pulmonary function tests revealed more obstructive and restrictive spirometric patterns among patients compared to the control group. Expression of COX-2 and 12-LO in the lung of patients was increased by 6.2555 (p = 0.004) and 6.2379-folds (p = 0.002), respectively. In contrast, expression of SF-D and iNOS genes was reduced by 8.5869-fold (p = 0.005) and 2.4466-folds (p = 0.011), respectively. CONCLUSIONS Mustard lungs were associated with overexpression of COX-2 and 12-LO, which are responsible for inflammation, overproduction of free radicals and oxidative stress. Downregulation of iNOS2 and SF-D are probably the reason for lung disease and dysfunction among these patients. Therefore, the expression of these genes could be an important, routine part of the management of such patients.
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- Eisa Tahmasbpour
- a Chemical Injuries Research Center , Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
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- a Chemical Injuries Research Center , Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
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- a Chemical Injuries Research Center , Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
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- a Chemical Injuries Research Center , Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
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Panahi Y, Kianpour P, Mohtashami R, Atkin SL, Butler AE, Jafari R, Badeli R, Sahebkar A. Efficacy of artichoke leaf extract in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: A pilot double-blind randomized controlled trial. Phytother Res 2018. [DOI: 10.1002/ptr.6073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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- Yunes Panahi
- Pharmacotherapy Department, School of Pharmacy; Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences; Tehran Iran
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- Pharmacotherapy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy; Tehran University of Medical Sciences; Tehran Iran
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- Medicine Quran and Health Research Center; Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences; Tehran Iran
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- Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences; Tehran Iran
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- Neonatal and Children's Health Research Center; Golestan University of Medical Sciences; Gorgan Iran
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- Neurogenic Inflammation Research Center; Mashhad University of Medical Sciences; Isfahan Iran
- Biotechnology Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute; Mashhad University of Medical Sciences; Isfahan Iran
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Panahi Y, Fattahi A, Nejabati HR, Abroon S, Latifi Z, Akbarzadeh A, Ghasemnejad T. DNA repair mechanisms in response to genotoxicity of warfare agent sulfur mustard. Environ Toxicol Pharmacol 2018; 58:230-236. [PMID: 29428683 DOI: 10.1016/j.etap.2018.01.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2017] [Revised: 01/27/2018] [Accepted: 01/30/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
Abstract
Sulfur mustard (SM) is an alkylating agent that causes severe damages to the skin, eyes, and the respiratory system. DNA alkylation is one of the most critical lesions that could lead to monoadducts and cross-links, as well as DNA strand breaks. In response to these adducts, cells initiate a series of reactions to recruit specific DNA repair pathways. The main DNA repair pathways in human cells, which could be involved in the DNA SM-induced DNA damages, are base excision repair (BER), nucleotide excision repair (NER), homologous recombination (HR) and non-homologous end joining (NHEJ). There is, thus, a need for a short review to clarify which damage caused by SM is repaired by which repair pathway. Increasing our knowledge about different DNA repair mechanisms following SM exposure would lay the first step for developing new therapeutic agents to treat people exposed to SM. In this review, we describe the major DNA repair pathways, according to the DNA adducts that can be caused by SM.
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- Yunes Panahi
- Chemical Injuries Research Center System Biology and Poisoning Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Reproductive Biology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Biochemistry and Clinical Laboratories, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Biochemistry and Clinical Laboratories, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Biochemistry and Clinical Laboratories, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Medical Nanotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.
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- Department of Medical Genetic, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.
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Panahi Y, Khalili N, Sahebi E, Namazi S, Simental-Mendía L, Majeed M, Sahebkar A. Effects of Curcuminoids Plus Piperine on Glycemic, Hepatic and Inflammatory Biomarkers in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial. Drug Res (Stuttg) 2018; 68:403-409. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0044-101752] [Citation(s) in RCA: 101] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Introduction Curcuminoids have been shown to reduce glycemia and related complications in diabetes. In the present study, we evaluated the impact of curcuminoids plus piperine administration on glycemic, hepatic and inflammatory biomarkers in type 2 diabetes (T2D) patients.
Methods T2D patients aged 18–65 years were enrolled in a randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial and randomly allocated to standard-of-care treatment and dietary advises plus either curcuminoids (daily dose of 500 mg/day co-administered with piperine 5 mg/day) or placebo for a period of 3 months. Glycemic, hepatic and inflammatory parameters were measured at baseline and final conditions.
Results A total of 100 subjects (50 in each group) completed the 3-month period of trial. A significant reduction was found in serum levels of glucose (−9±16 mg/dL vs. −3±11 mg/dL in curcuminoids and placebo groups, respectively; p=0.048), C-peptide (−0.6±0.8 ng/mL vs. 0.02±0.6 ng/mL; p<0.001) and HbA1c (−0.9±1.1% vs. −0.2±0.5%; p<0.001) after curcuminoids supplementation versus placebo group. Additionally, participants in the intervention group showed lower serum alanine aminotransferase (−2±6 vs. −1±5; p=0.032) and aspartate aminotransferase (−3±5 vs. −0.3±4; p=0.002) levels compared with the placebo group. Finally, no significant differences in high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) concentrations were observed between curcuminoids and placebo groups (p>0.05).
Conclusion The results of the present trial revealed a beneficial effect of curcuminoids plus piperine supplementation on glycemic and hepatic parameters but not on hs-CRP levels in T2D patients.
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- Yunes Panahi
- Pharmacotherapy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Endocrinology, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacotherapy, School of Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, P.O. Box: 1583, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacotherapy, School of Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, P.O. Box: 1583, Shiraz, Iran
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- Neurogenic Inflammation Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
- Biotechnology Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
- School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Panahi Y, Naderi M, Nekoozadeh S, Rajaee SM, Sahebkar A. The Effectiveness of Different Treatment Modalities for the Management of Ocular Injuries Following Sulfur Mustard Exposure. LETT DRUG DES DISCOV 2018. [DOI: 10.2174/1570180814666170607145714] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
Abstract
Background:
Mustard gas or sulfur mustard (dichloro-3-thiapentane-1,5) is a chemical
compound consisting of chlorine and sulfur which was used as a chemical weapon in the First
World War and during the war between Iran and Iraq. Mustard gas is a lipophilic compound that is
highly poisonous and can quickly penetrate into body tissues. Eye is one of the body organs that is
quite vulnerable to this compound. The present study was conducted to review the effectiveness of
various treatments for ocular injuries caused by sulfur mustard.
Methods:
In this review, therapeutic effects of anti-inflammatory drugs such as dexamethasone,
diclofenac, betamethasone and their combination, as well as surgical interventions based on stem
cells and different methods of keratoplasty [e.g. penetrating keratoplasty (PKP), lamellar keratoplasty
(LKP), and deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty (DALK)] were assessed.
Results:
As the results indicated, combinatorial therapeutic approaches are more successful compared
with single therapeutic measures. It has been reported that utilization of anti-inflammatory
drugs such as diclofenac, dexamethasone and betamethasone can control the initial symptoms. In
addition, keratolimbal allograft stem cell transplantation methods along with LKP and PKP keratoplasty
methods can lead to considerable therapeutic success.
Conclusion:
Considering the involvement of multiple abnormalities in the pathogenesis of sulfur
mustard-induced chronic ocular complications, combinatorial therapeutic approaches appear to be
more efficacious.
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- Yunes Panahi
- Pharmacotherapy Department, School of Pharmacy, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Bina Eye Hospital Research Center, Tehran, Iran
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- Eye Research Center, Farabi Eye Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Gastrointestinal Pharmacology Interest Group (GPIG), Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN), Tehran, Iran
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- Neurogenic Inflammation Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Abdi S, Abbasinazari M, Valizadegan G, Kamarei M, Panahi Y, Sarafzadeh F, Pourhoseingholi MA. Does the Addition of Melatonin to Quadruple Therapy Increases the Eradication Rate of Helicobacter pylori? A Double-Blind Randomized Clinical Trial. J Clin Diagn Res 2018. [DOI: 10.7860/jcdr/2018/35589.11543] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Mousavi SS, Shohrati M, Vahedi E, Abdollahpour-Alitappeh M, Panahi Y. Effect of Melatonin Administration on Sleep Quality in Sulfur Mustard Exposed Patients with Sleep Disorders. Iran J Pharm Res 2018; 17:136-144. [PMID: 29796038 PMCID: PMC5958333] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Sulfur mustard (SM) is a toxic agent that targets several tissues. It is the leading cause of persistent lung disease, progressive deterioration in lung function, and mortality among injured patients. Disturbed sleep and poor quality of sleep are common in SM-exposed patients with chronic respiratory problems. Melatonin is an alternative medication that has been widely used to treat poor sleep quality caused by several specific conditions. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of melatonin administration in improvement of sleep quality in SM-injured patients. In this randomized, double-blind and placebo-controlled trial study a total of 30 SM-exposed male patients were recruited. Patients received 3 mg melatonin (N = 15) or placebo (N = 15), orally in a single dose, 1 h before bedtime for 56 consecutive days. Sleep quality was evaluated by Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI); daytime sleepiness was measured by Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS), and the risk of obstructive sleep apnea was determined by STOP-Bang questionnaire. Compared with placebo, melatonin administration significantly improved global PSQI score, particularly sleep latency (P = 0.03) and subjective sleep quality (P = 0.004). Mean of global PSQI score was declined significantly (P = 0.01) from 10.13 ± 3.44 to 6.66 ± 3.08 in melatonin group. No differences in ESS and STOP-Bang scores were observed between two groups. Melatonin was effective in improving global PSQI score and sleep latency, but not daytime sleepiness and obstructive sleep apnea in SM-exposed patients. Further long-term studies involving larger number of patients are needed before melatonin can be safely recommended for the management of sleep disturbances in these patients.
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- Seyyedeh Soghra Mousavi
- Chemical Injuries Research Center, System Biology and Poisonings Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, System Biology and Poisonings Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Corresponding author: E-mail:
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, System Biology and Poisonings Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Basic and Molecular Epidemiology of Gastrointestinal Disorders Research Center, Research Institute for Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, IR Iran.
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, System Biology and Poisonings Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Hasanzadeh A, Dehghan G, Shaghaghi M, Panahi Y, Jouyban A, Yekta R. Multispectral and molecular docking studies on the interaction of human serum albumin with iohexol. J Mol Liq 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molliq.2017.10.096] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Beiraghdar F, Einollahi B, Ghadyani A, Panahi Y, Hadjiakhoondi A, Vazirian M, Salarytabar A, Darvishi B. A two-week, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of Viola odorata, Echium amoenum and Physalis alkekengi mixture in symptomatic benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) men. Pharm Biol 2017; 55:1800-1805. [PMID: 28532232 PMCID: PMC6130621 DOI: 10.1080/13880209.2017.1328445] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2016] [Revised: 03/03/2017] [Accepted: 03/28/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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CONTEXT As an alternative approach, administration of phytotherapeutic agents in management of benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH), is rapidly growing each day. Different authors have indicated effectiveness of Viola odorata L. (Violaceae), Echium amoenum Fisch. & C.A.Mey. (Boraginaceae) and Physalis alkekengi L. (Solanaceae) in treatment of BPH. However, none have reported the beneficial outcomes of the mixture yet. OBJECTIVE This study evaluates the therapeutical effects of V. odorata, E. amoenum and P. alkekengi mixture on symptomatic BPH patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS Eighty six symptomatic BPH patients with International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) of more than 13 and prostate volume of more than 30 cm3 were randomly allocated to receive a two-week course of placebo (control group) or 1 mL of mixed hydro-alcoholic solution of P. alkekengi, E. amoenum and V. odorata extracts (1.5, 1 and 1.5% respectively) (treatment group). RESULTS IPSS score of incomplete urination (42.3 ± 2.04%), frequency of urination (20.08 ± 1.02%), intermittency (40.78 ± 2.16%), urgency (60.91 ± 3.14%), weak stream (50.58 ± 2.14%), straining (55.67 ± 2.53%) and nocturia (40.14 ± 1.89%) in treatment group were significantly decreased after treatment compare to placebo receiving group. Furthermore, the prostate volume (16.92 ± 0.89%) and extant urine volume (28.12 ± 1.36%) also significantly decreased in treatment group compared to control group. No significant side effects or abnormalities in biochemical tests and urinalysis were observed throughout the study. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS Based on results, mentioned mixture is safe and effective in improving life quality of patients suffering from BPH.
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- Fatemeh Beiraghdar
- Nephrology and Urology Research Center, Baghiatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Nephrology and Urology Research Center, Baghiatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Nephrology and Urology Research Center, Baghiatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Nephrology and Urology Research Center, Baghiatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacognosy and Medical Plants Research Center Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacognosy and Medical Plants Research Center Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Integrative Oncology Department, Breast Cancer Research Center ACECR, Iran
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- Recombinant Proteins Department, Breast Cancer Research Center ACECR, Tehran, Iran
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Panahi Y, Jadidi-Niaragh F, Jamalkandi SA, Ghanei M, Pedone C, Nikravanfard N, Nikravesh F, Sahebkar A. Immunology of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Sulfur Mustard Induced Airway Injuries: Implications for Immunotherapeutic Interventions. Curr Pharm Des 2017; 22:2975-96. [PMID: 26951100 DOI: 10.2174/1381612822666160307150818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2016] [Accepted: 03/04/2016] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Sulfur mustard (SM)-induced airway injuries and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are characterized by chronic inflammation of the respiratory tract and share some similarities regarding the cellular and molecular mechanisms orchestrating airway destruction. Since available data regarding the immunobiology of COPD is much more known compared with SM-mediated injuries, and considering the similarities in the immunopathogenesis of these diseases, comparison of the immunopathogenesis of COPD and SM-induced respiratory complications can help designing new therapeutic approaches for treatment of SM-induced injuries. METHODS A multi-database search was performed to identify articles dealing with the role of immune system function in the pathogenesis of COPD and mustard mustard-induced respiratory complications. RESULTS This review outlines the role of different components of the immune system in the pathogenesis of COPD and mustard-induced respiratory complications, and suggests therapeutic implication for improving the management of the latter condition as the most common chronic complication of sulfur mustard exposure. CONCLUSION Although COPD and mustard lung are overlapping phenotypes and have shared pathophysiologic features, there are certain differences between these two diseases that necessitate further scrutiny. Combination therapies to counterbalance inflammation, oxidative stress and immune imbalance hold promise for the management of SM-induced respiratory complications but the success of such combined treatments need to be confirmed in proof-ofconcept trials.
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, IR Iran.
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran, P.O. Box: 91779-48564, Iran.
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Mousavi SS, Vahedi E, Shohrati M, Panahi Y, Parvin S. Nocturnal serum melatonin levels in sulfur mustard exposed patients with sleep disorders. J ROY ARMY MED CORPS 2017; 163:411-415. [PMID: 29146723 DOI: 10.1136/jramc-2016-000677] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2016] [Revised: 09/09/2016] [Accepted: 09/10/2016] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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BACKGROUND Sulfur mustard (SM) exposure causes respiratory disorders, progressive deterioration in lung function and mortality in injured victims and poor sleep quality is one of the most common problems among SM-exposed patients. Since melatonin has a critical role in regulation of sleep and awareness, this study aimed to evaluate the serum melatonin levels in SM-injured subjects. METHODS A total of 30 SM-exposed male patients and 10 controls was evaluated. Sleep quality was evaluated by the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI); daytime sleepiness was measured by the Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS), and the risk of obstructive sleep apnoea was determined by the STOP-Bang questionnaire. Polysomnography (PSG) and pulmonary function tests (PFTs) were also available. Nocturnal serum melatonin levels were measured using an ELISA kit. RESULTS The mean of PSQI, ESS and STOP-Bang scores in patients (11.76±3.56, 12.6±3.03 and 5.03±1.09, respectively) were significantly (p<0.01) higher than those in the controls (2.78±0.83, 4.69±1.15 and 1.18±0.82, respectively). PFTs also showed declined respiratory quality in SM-patients. There was a significant difference regarding the PSG results between patients and controls (p<0.01). The mean of nocturnal serum melatonin levels in patients (29.78±19.31 pg/mL) was significantly (p=0.005) lower than that in the controls (78.53±34.41 pg/mL). CONCLUSIONS Reduced nocturnal serum melatonin and respiratory disorders can be the reasons for poor sleep quality among these patients. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER IRCT2015092924267N1, Pre-results.
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- Seyyedeh Soghra Mousavi
- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Iman M, Araghi M, Panahi Y, Mohammadi R. Effects of Chitosan-Zinc Oxide Nanocomposite Conduit on Transected Sciatic Nerve: An Animal Model Study. Bull Emerg Trauma 2017; 5:240-248. [PMID: 29177170 DOI: 10.18869/acadpub.beat.5.4.521] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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- Maryam Iman
- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Pharmaceutical Research Center, School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Surgery and Diagnostic Imaging, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Urmia University, Urmia, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Surgery and Diagnostic Imaging, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Urmia University, Urmia, Iran
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Panahi Y, Ghanei M, Hassani S, Sahebkar A. TGF-β and Th17 cells related injuries in patients with sulfur mustard exposure. J Cell Physiol 2017; 233:3037-3047. [DOI: 10.1002/jcp.26077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2017] [Accepted: 06/29/2017] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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- Yunes Panahi
- Chemical Injuries Research Center; Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences; Tehran Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center; Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences; Tehran Iran
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- Department of Hematology; School of Allied Medicine; Tehran University of Medical Sciences; Tehran Iran
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- Biotechnology Research Center; Mashhad University of Medical Sciences; Mashhad Iran
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Iman M, Sobati T, Panahi Y, Mobasheri M. Systems Biology Approach to Bioremediation of Nitroaromatics: Constraint-Based Analysis of 2,4,6-Trinitrotoluene Biotransformation by Escherichia coli. Molecules 2017; 22:E1242. [PMID: 28805729 PMCID: PMC6152126 DOI: 10.3390/molecules22081242] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2017] [Revised: 06/22/2017] [Accepted: 06/23/2017] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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Microbial remediation of nitroaromatic compounds (NACs) is a promising environmentally friendly and cost-effective approach to the removal of these life-threating agents. Escherichia coli (E. coli) has shown remarkable capability for the biotransformation of 2,4,6-trinitro-toluene (TNT). Efforts to develop E. coli as an efficient TNT degrading biocatalyst will benefit from holistic flux-level description of interactions between multiple TNT transforming pathways operating in the strain. To gain such an insight, we extended the genome-scale constraint-based model of E. coli to account for a curated version of major TNT transformation pathways known or evidently hypothesized to be active in E. coli in present of TNT. Using constraint-based analysis (CBA) methods, we then performed several series of in silico experiments to elucidate the contribution of these pathways individually or in combination to the E. coli TNT transformation capacity. Results of our analyses were validated by replicating several experimentally observed TNT degradation phenotypes in E. coli cultures. We further used the extended model to explore the influence of process parameters, including aeration regime, TNT concentration, cell density, and carbon source on TNT degradation efficiency. We also conducted an in silico metabolic engineering study to design a series of E. coli mutants capable of degrading TNT at higher yield compared with the wild-type strain. Our study, therefore, extends the application of CBA to bioremediation of nitroaromatics and demonstrates the usefulness of this approach to inform bioremediation research.
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- Maryam Iman
- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, 1477893855 Tehran, Iran.
- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, 1477893855 Tehran, Iran.
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- Young Researchers and Elite Club, Islamic Azad University, 46115655 Tehran, Iran.
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, 1477893855 Tehran, Iran.
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- Young Researchers and Elite Club, Islamic Azad University, 46115655 Tehran, Iran.
- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Sciences & Technology, Pharmaceutical Sciences Branch, Islamic Azad University (IAUPS), 194193311 Tehran, Iran.
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Panahi Y, Abdolghaffari AH, Sahebkar A. A review on symptoms, treatments protocols, and proteomic profile in sulfur mustard‐exposed victims. J Cell Biochem 2017; 119:197-206. [DOI: 10.1002/jcb.26247] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2017] [Accepted: 06/26/2017] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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- Yunes Panahi
- Chemical Injuries Research CentreBaqiyatallah University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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- Medicinal Plants Research CenterInstitute of Medicinal Plants, ACECRKarajIran
- Gastrointestinal Pharmacology Interest Group (GPIG)Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN)TehranIran
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Panahi Y, Khalili N, Sahebi E, Namazi S, Reiner Ž, Majeed M, Sahebkar A. Curcuminoids modify lipid profile in type 2 diabetes mellitus: A randomized controlled trial. Complement Ther Med 2017; 33:1-5. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2017.05.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 129] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2017] [Revised: 05/24/2017] [Accepted: 05/25/2017] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Yaribeygi H, Panahi Y, Sahraei H, Johnston TP, Sahebkar A. The impact of stress on body function: A review. EXCLI J 2017; 16:1057-1072. [PMID: 28900385 PMCID: PMC5579396 DOI: 10.17179/excli2017-480] [Citation(s) in RCA: 216] [Impact Index Per Article: 30.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2017] [Accepted: 07/18/2017] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Any intrinsic or extrinsic stimulus that evokes a biological response is known as stress. The compensatory responses to these stresses are known as stress responses. Based on the type, timing and severity of the applied stimulus, stress can exert various actions on the body ranging from alterations in homeostasis to life-threatening effects and death. In many cases, the pathophysiological complications of disease arise from stress and the subjects exposed to stress, e.g. those that work or live in stressful environments, have a higher likelihood of many disorders. Stress can be either a triggering or aggravating factor for many diseases and pathological conditions. In this study, we have reviewed some of the major effects of stress on the primary physiological systems of humans.
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- Habib Yaribeygi
- Neurosciences Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Clinical Pharmacy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Neurosciences Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Division of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri, USA
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Rafiee M, Panahi Y, Alikhani MY, Rafieemehr H, Saadat A, Abbasi M. Concentration of Alpha Fetoprotein and Βeta-Human Chorionic Gonadotropin Tumor Markers in Sulfur Mustard-Exposed Veterans. Int J Occup Environ Med 2017; 8:184-185. [PMID: 28689216 PMCID: PMC6679623 DOI: 10.15171/ijoem.2017.1095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2017] [Accepted: 06/20/2017] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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- Mohammad Rafiee
- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, School of Paramedicine, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqyiatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Microbiology Department and Research Center for Molecular Medicine, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran.
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, School of Paramedicine, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqyiatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran
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Senile ages of human life is mostly associated with developmental of several neurological complicated conditions including decreased cognition and reasoning, increased memory loss and impaired language performance. Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most prevalent neural disorder associated with dementia, consisting of about 70% of dementia reported cases. Failure of currently approved chemical anti-AD therapeutic agents has once again brought up the idea of administering naturally occurring compounds as effective alternative and/or complementary regimens in AD treatment. Polyphenol structured neuroprotecting agents are group of biologically active compounds abundantly found in plants with significant protecting effects against neural injuries and degeneration. As a subclass of this family, Flavonoids are potent anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and signalling pathways modulatory agents. Phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K)/AKT and mitogen activated protein kinase (MAPK) pathways are both affected by Flavonoids. Regulation of pro-survival transcription factors and induction of specific genes expression in hippocampus are other important anti AD therapeutic activities of Flavonoids. These agents are also capable of inhibiting specific enzymes involved in phosphorylation of tau proteins including β-secretases, cyclin dependent kinase 5 and glycogen synthase. Other significant anti AD effects of Flavonoids include neural rehabilitation and lost cognitive performance recovery. In this review, first we briefly describe the pathophysiology and important pathways involved in pathology of AD and then describe the most important mechanisms through which Flavonoids demonstrate their significant neuroprotective effects in AD therapy.
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- Mahsa Bakhtiari
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science Branch, Islamic Azad University, IAUPS, Tehran, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baghiatallah University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Neurology, Baghiatallah University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran
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- Recombinant Proteins Department, Breast Cancer Research Center, Motamed Cancer Institute, ACECR, Tehran, Iran.
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Panahi Y, Rajaee SM, Sahebkar A. Ocular Effects of Sulfur Mustard and Therapeutic Approaches. J Cell Biochem 2017; 118:3549-3560. [DOI: 10.1002/jcb.25892] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2017] [Accepted: 01/18/2017] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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- Yunes Panahi
- Chemical Injuries Research CenterBaqiyatallah University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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- Chemical Injuries Research CenterBaqiyatallah University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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Panahi Y, Ahmadi Y, Teymouri M, Johnston TP, Sahebkar A. Curcumin as a potential candidate for treating hyperlipidemia: A review of cellular and metabolic mechanisms. J Cell Physiol 2017; 233:141-152. [DOI: 10.1002/jcp.25756] [Citation(s) in RCA: 157] [Impact Index Per Article: 22.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2016] [Accepted: 12/21/2016] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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- Yunes Panahi
- Chemical Injuries Research CenterBaqiyatallah University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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- Tabriz University of Medical SciencesStudent Research CommitteeTabrizIran
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Nanotechnology Research Center, School of PharmacyMashhad University of Medical SciencesMashhadIran
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- Division of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of PharmacyUniversity of Missouri‐Kansas CityKansas CityMissouri
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Shahriary A, Panahi Y, Shirali S, Rahmani H. Relationship of serum levels of interleukin 6, interleukin 8, and C-reactive protein with forced expiratory volume in first second in patients with mustard lung and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases: systematic review and meta-analysis. Postepy Dermatol Alergol 2017; 34:192-198. [PMID: 28670246 PMCID: PMC5471374 DOI: 10.5114/ada.2017.67841] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2016] [Accepted: 10/18/2016] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION The chronic systemic inflammation is a result of releasing inflammatory cytokines from the cells relating to the body immunity system and chronic activation of the innate immunity system. AIM To evaluate the relationship among serum levels of interleukin 6 (IL-6), interleukin 8 (IL-8), C-reactive protein (CRP) with forced expiratory volume in 1st s (FEV1) in patients with mustard lung (ML) and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). MATERIAL AND METHODS A published literature search was performed through SID, web of science, ISI, Science Direct, Scopus, Medline, and PubMed databases for articles published in English. The correlation coefficient (r) and 95% confidence intervals (95% CIs) were calculated using random or fixed effects models. Heterogeneity was assessed using χ2 and I2 statistics. RESULTS In total, 4 published studies were included in the final analysis. Using the random-effect model, meta-analysis showed that the r was -0.052 (95% CI: -0.14-0.049, p = 0.28) at serum level of IL-8, serum levels of CRP and FEV1 in these results were r = -0.13, p = 0.012, serum levels of tumor necrosis factor (TNF) and FEV1 levels were r = -0.39, p = 0.03 in the conducted studies on mustard lung patients. The IL-6 serum level was explored in COPD patients. The results of the given studies in these patients are r = -0.006, 95% CI: -0.37-0.15, and p = 0.44. CONCLUSIONS In this meta-analysis, there was evidence that serum levels of CRP and TNF have been significantly increased in chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases compared to the healthy control group, which signifies the presence of systemic inflammation in ML and COPD patients.
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- Alireza Shahriary
- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Hyperlipidemia Research Center, Department of Laboratory Sciences, School of Paramedical Sciences, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Gorabi AM, Tafti SHA, Soleimani M, Panahi Y, Sahebkar A. Cells, Scaffolds and Their Interactions in Myocardial Tissue Regeneration. J Cell Biochem 2017; 118:2454-2462. [DOI: 10.1002/jcb.25912] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2017] [Accepted: 01/25/2017] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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- Faculty of Medical Sciences; Hematology Department; Tarbiat Modarres University; Tehran Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center; Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences; Tehran Iran
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- Biotechnology Research Center; Mashhad University of Medical Sciences; Mashhad Iran
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Panahi Y, Mojtahedzadeh M, Najafi A, Ghaini MR, Abdollahi M, Sharifzadeh M, Ahmadi A, Rajaee SM, Sahebkar A. The role of magnesium sulfate in the intensive care unit. EXCLI J 2017; 16:464-482. [PMID: 28694751 PMCID: PMC5491924 DOI: 10.17179/excli2017-182] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2017] [Accepted: 03/22/2017] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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Magnesium (Mg) has been developed as a drug with various clinical uses. Mg is a key cation in physiological processes, and the homeostasis of this cation is crucial for the normal function of body organs. Magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) is a mineral pharmaceutical preparation of magnesium that is used as a neuroprotective agent. One rationale for the frequent use of MgSO4 in critical care is the high incidence of hypomagnesaemia in intensive care unit (ICU) patients. Correction of hypomagnesaemia along with the neuroprotective properties of MgSO4 has generated a wide application for MgSO4 in ICU.
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- Yunes Panahi
- Clinical Pharmacy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Clinical Pharmacy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Clinical Pharmacy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Research Center for Rational Use of Drugs, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Sina Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Neurosurgery and Neurology, Sina Hospital, Tehran University, Iran
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- Department of Toxicology and Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Toxicology and Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Sina Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Clinical Pharmacy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Panahi Y, Farshbaf M, Mohammadhosseini M, Mirahadi M, Khalilov R, Saghfi S, Akbarzadeh A. Recent advances on liposomal nanoparticles: synthesis, characterization and biomedical applications. Artificial Cells, Nanomedicine, and Biotechnology 2017; 45:788-799. [DOI: 10.1080/21691401.2017.1282496] [Citation(s) in RCA: 100] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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- Yunes Panahi
- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Nanotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
- Student Research Committee, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Medical Nanotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
- Drug Applied Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Plant Physiology, Faculty of Biology, Baku State University, Baku, Azerbaijan
- Joint Ukrainian-Azerbaijan International Research and Education Center of Nanobiotechnology and Functional Nanosystems, Drohobych Ukraine & Baku, Azerbaijan
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- Department of Plant Physiology, Faculty of Biology, Baku State University, Baku, Azerbaijan
- Joint Ukrainian-Azerbaijan International Research and Education Center of Nanobiotechnology and Functional Nanosystems, Drohobych Ukraine & Baku, Azerbaijan
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- Joint Ukrainian-Azerbaijan International Research and Education Center of Nanobiotechnology and Functional Nanosystems, Drohobych Ukraine & Baku, Azerbaijan
- Stem Cell Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
- Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN), Tabriz, Iran
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Panahi Y, Kianpour P, Mohtashami R, Jafari R, Simental-Mendía LE, Sahebkar A. Efficacy and Safety of Phytosomal Curcumin in Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Drug Res (Stuttg) 2017; 67:244-251. [PMID: 28158893 DOI: 10.1055/s-0043-100019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 181] [Impact Index Per Article: 25.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a common liver disease characterized by excess lipid deposition in the hepatic tissue and subsequent oxidative and inflammatory damage. Curcumin is a dietary polyphenol with lipid-modifying, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of supplementation with phytosomal curcumin in subjects with NAFLD.Patients diagnosed with NAFLD (grades 1-3 according to liver ultrasonography) were randomly assigned to the curcumin (phytosomal form; 1 000 mg/day in 2 divided doses) (n=50) or placebo group (n=52) for a period of 8 weeks. All patients received dietary and lifestyle advises before the start of trial. Anthropometric measurements, hepatic enzymes, and liver ultrasonography were assessed at baseline and after 8 weeks of follow-up.87 subjects (n=44 and 43 in the curcumin and control group, respectively) completed the trial. Supplementation with curcumin was associated with a reduction in body mass index (-0.99±1.25 vs. - 0.15±1.31 in the curcumin and placebo groups, respectively; p=0.003) and waist circumference (-1.74±2.58 vs. -0.23±3.49 in the curcumin and placebo groups, respectively; p=0.024). Ultrasonographic findings were improved in 75.0% of subjects in the curcumin group, while the rate of improvement in the control group was 4.7% (p<0.001). Serum levels of aspartate aminotransferase and alanine aminotransferase were reduced by the end of trial in the curcumin group (p<0.001) but elevated in the control group (p<0.001). Curcumin was safe and well tolerated during the course of trial.Short-term supplementation with curcumin improves liver fat and transaminase levels in patients with NAFLD.
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- Yunes Panahi
- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Religion and Medicine Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Tahmasbpour E, Ghanei M, Panahi Y. Two Lung Cancer Development-Related Genes, Forkhead Box M1 ( FOXM1) and Apolipoprotein E ( APOE), are overexpressed in Bronchial of Patients after Long-Term Exposure to Sulfur Mustard. Iran J Pharm Res 2017; 16:1487-1494. [PMID: 29552057 PMCID: PMC5843310] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Sulfur mustard (SM) is a strong alkylating and mutagenic compound that targets human airway system. We considered the expression of Forkhead box M1 (FOXM1) and apolipoprotein E (APOE) genes, which are responsible for cell proliferation, differentiation, tumorigenesis, and increased risk of lung cancer, in the lung bronchial tissue of patients exposed to SM. After performing pulmonary functional tests (PFTs), 11 human subjects (five controls and six SM-exposed patients) were entered in this study. Total RNA were extracted from all biopsy samples and then cDNA was synthesised for each specimen using RT-PCR. Changes in gene expression were measured using a RT2 Profiler ™PCR Array. PFTs have demonstrated more obstructive and restrictive spirometric patterns among patients compared to the controls. A higher expression was recorded for both examined genes in bronchial of SM-exposed patients. Expression of FOXM1 and APOE genes in bronchial of the patients was significantly (p < 0.001) overexpressed by 14.8316 and 3.9504-folds, respectively. Mustard lungs were associated with increased expression of FOXM1 and APOE genes, which suggests an increased risk of lung cancer among these patients. Since FOXM1 and APOE are considered as oxidative stress responsive genes, we speculate that increased expression of these genes is more likely linked to overproduction of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and oxidative stress (OS) in mustard lungs. Further studies are required at protein level among SM-exposed patients with lung cancer to use these genes as lung cancer biomarkers among these patients.
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Nejad-Moghaddam A, Ajdari S, Tahmasbpour E, Goodarzi H, Panahi Y, Ghanei M. Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells for Treatment of Airway Injuries in A Patient after Long-Term Exposure to Sulfur Mustard. Cell J 2017; 19. [PMID: 28367422 PMCID: PMC5241508 DOI: 10.22074/cellj.2016.4874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Sulfur mustard (SM) is a potent mutagenic agent that targets several organs, particularly lung tissue. Changes in morphological structure of the airway system are associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary deficiency following exposure to SM. Although numerous studies have demonstrated pathological effects of SM on respiratory organs, unfortunately there is no effective treatment to inhibit further respiratory injuries or induce repair in these patients. Due to the extensive progress and achievements in stem cell therapy, we have aimed to evaluate safety and potential efficacy of systemic mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) administration on a SM-exposed patient with chronic lung injuries. MATERIALS AND METHODS In this clinical trial study, our patient received 100×106cells every 20 days for 4 injections over a 2-month period. After each injection we evaluated the safety, pulmonary function tests (PFT), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Assessment Test (CAT), St. George's Respiratory Questionnaire (SGRQ), Borg Scale Dyspnea Assessment (BSDA), and 6 Minute Walk Test (6MWT). One-way ANOVA test was used in this study which was not significant (P>0.05). RESULTS There were no infusion toxicities or serious adverse events caused by MSC administration. Although there was no significant difference in PFTs, we found a significant improvement for 6MWT, as well as BSDA, SGRQ, and CAT scores after each injection. CONCLUSION Systemic MSC administration appears to be safe in SM-exposed patients with moderate to severe injuries and provides a basis for subsequent cell therapy investigations in other patients with this disorder (Registration Number: IRCT2015110524890N1).
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- Amir Nejad-Moghaddam
- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Immunology, Pasteur Institute of Iran, Tehran, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran,P.O.Box: 1435916471Chemical Injuries Research CenterBaqiyatallah University of
Medical SciencesMollasadra StreetTehranIran
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Panahi Y, Saadat A, Shadboorestan A, Ahmadi A. An Updated Review of Natural Products Intended to Prevent or Treat Oral Mucositis in Patients Undergoing Radio-Chemotherapy. Curr Pharm Biotechnol 2016; 17:949-61. [PMID: 27640644 DOI: 10.2174/1389201017666160808094008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2016] [Revised: 01/22/2016] [Accepted: 05/16/2016] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Oral mucositis is a major clinical challenge in oncology and is characterized by pain and inflammation of the mucous membrane surface resulting from radiotherapy for head and neck cancer or from chemotherapeutic agents. Manifestations range from a burning sensation to ulcer formation that affect the patients' quality of life by producing pain and discomfort on swallowing, ultimately leading to malnutrition and dehydration. Due to complications arising from the use of chemical drugs, in recent decades, increasing attention has been paid to natural-based agents. The results from several studies evaluating natural products for the prevention or reduction of chemotherapy- and radiotherapy-induced oral mucositis are promising. This comprehensive review aims to provide updated information concerning the natural agents that are effective against mucositis in cancer patients receiving radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy.
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Darvishi B, Panahi Y, Ghanei M, Farahmand L. Investigating Prevalence and Pattern of Long-term Cardiovascular Disorders in Sulphur Mustard-exposed Victims and Determining Proper Biomarkers for Early Defining, Monitoring and Analysis of Patients’ Feedback on Therapy. Basic Clin Pharmacol Toxicol 2016; 120:120-130. [DOI: 10.1111/bcpt.12666] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2016] [Accepted: 08/19/2016] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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- Behrad Darvishi
- Chemical Injuries Research Centre; Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences; Tehran Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Centre; Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences; Tehran Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Centre; Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences; Tehran Iran
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- Cancer Genetics Department; Breast Cancer Research Center; ACECR; Tehran Iran
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Panahi Y, Khalili N, Sahebi E, Namazi S, Karimian MS, Majeed M, Sahebkar A. Antioxidant effects of curcuminoids in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a randomized controlled trial. Inflammopharmacology 2016; 25:25-31. [DOI: 10.1007/s10787-016-0301-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 113] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2016] [Accepted: 11/26/2016] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Panahi Y, Dashti-Khavidaki S, Farnood F, Noshad H, Lotfi M, Gharekhani A. Therapeutic Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Chronic Kidney Disease-Associated Pruritus: a Literature Review. Adv Pharm Bull 2016; 6:509-514. [PMID: 28101457 PMCID: PMC5241408 DOI: 10.15171/apb.2016.064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2016] [Revised: 09/20/2016] [Accepted: 10/24/2016] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Uremic pruritus remains one of the most tormenting, frequent and potentially disabling problem in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients. However, an area of substantial etiological interest with relation to uremic pruritus is the essential fatty acids deficiency. So we performed a literature review to elucidate the efficacy of omega-3 fatty acids on uremic pruritus. This review evaluated all of the studies published in English language, focusing on the clinical effects of omega-3 fatty acids on uremic pruritus. The literature review was conducted in December 2015 and carried out by searching Scopus, Medline, Cochrane central register of controlled trials, and Cochrane database of systematic reviews. The search terms were "kidney injury", "kidney failure", "chronic kidney disease", "end-stage renal disease", "dialysis", "hemodialysis", "peritoneal dialysis", "pruritus", "itch", "skin problems", "fish oil", "omega 3", "n-3 fatty acids", "polyunsaturated fatty acids", "docosahexaenoic acid", and "eicosapentaenoic acid". Four small studies investigating potential benefits of omega-3 fatty acids on symptoms of uremic pruritus were found. Among them, three small randomized controlled trials have shown a significant improvement in pruritus symptoms (evaluated by a standard questionnaire) in CKD patients who took omega-3 supplement compared to omega-6, omega-9, and placebo supplementation. Despite numerous limitations of the studies, it is worth noting that even minor reduction in itching symptoms may be clinically significant for CKD patients. Therefore, and considering multiple health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids in advanced CKD and negligible risk profile, omega-3 intake can wisely be applied to CKD patients with uremic pruritus.
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- Yunes Panahi
- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Chronic Kidney Disease Research Center, Sina Hospital, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Chronic Kidney Disease Research Center, Sina Hospital, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Drug Applied Research Center, Department of Clinical Pharmacy (Pharmacotherapy), Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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Arefnasab Z, Babamahmoodi A, Babamahmoodi F, Noorbala AA, Alipour A, Panahi Y, Shams J, Riazi Rad F, Khaze V, Ghanei M. Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Its Effects on Psychoimmunological Factors of Chemically Pulmonary Injured Veterans. Iran J Allergy Asthma Immunol 2016; 15:476-486. [PMID: 28129680] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/30/2016] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a treatment program for relieving stress and coping with chronic illnesses. In recent three decades, studies have shown that MBSR has a positive effect on physical and psychological dimensions of chronic illnesses. Chemically pulmonary injured veterans have chronic pulmonary and psychological problems due to mustard gas exposure and complications of Iran-Iraq war. These stresses have negative effects on their general health and immune system. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study conducted on psychoneuroimmunology and MBSR in these patients. Forty male pulmonary injured veterans were randomly divided in two groups with 20 participants (MBSR and wait-list control). Then MBSR group received 8 weekly sessions of intervention. We tested mental health based on general health questionnaire (GHQ)-28 questionnaire, health-related quality of life (based on St. George respiratory questionnaire (SGRQ) ) and immunity in MBSR groups; before and after intervention "mixed factorial analyses of variance" test was used for analyzing data fpr each dependent variable and appropriate t-tests were done in The necessary condition. Results showed that mental health and health- related quality of life, in MBSR group compared to wait-list control improved [F (1,38)=26.46, p<0.001; F (1,38)=49.52, p<0.001 respectively] significantly. Moreover, a significant increase was reported in the lymphocyte proliferation with phytohemagglutinin (PHA) [F (1,38)=16.24, p<0.001], and peripheral blood IL-17 [F (1,38)=56.71, p<0.001] However, lymphocyte (CD4+, CD8+, and NK-cell) percentages were not affected significantly [F (1,38)=2.21, p=0.14] ,[F (1,38)=0.90, p=0.78] and [F (1,38)=1.79, p=0.18], respectively. This study suggests that MBSR may be a new treatment approach for improving immunity and overall health in chemically pulmonary injured veterans.
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- Zahra Arefnasab
- California School of Professional Psychology, Alliant International University, California, USA
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- Health Management Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Antimicrobial Resistance Research Center, Department of Infectious Diseases, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Department of Psychiatry, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Psychology, Payame Noor University, Tehran, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Psychiatry, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Immunology, Pasteur Institute of Iran, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Immunology, Pasteur Institute of Iran, Tehran, Iran
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- Chemical Injuries Research Center,Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran AND Department of Immunology, Pasteur Institute of Iran, Tehran, Iran
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Panahi Y, Mohammadhosseini M, Nejati-Koshki K, Abadi AJN, Moafi HF, Akbarzadeh A, Farshbaf M. Preparation, Surface Properties, and Therapeutic Applications of Gold Nanoparticles in Biomedicine. Drug Res (Stuttg) 2016; 67:77-87. [PMID: 27824433 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-115171] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) due to their unique properties and manifold surface functionalities have been applied in bio-nanotechnology. The application of GNPs in recent medical and biological research is very extensive. Especially it involves applications such as detection and photothermalysis of microorganisms and cancer stem cells, biosensors; optical bio-imaging and observing of cells and these nanostructures also serve as practical platforms for therapeutic agents. In this review we studied all therapeutic applications of gold nanoparticles in biomedicine, synthesis methods, and surface properties.
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- Yunes Panahi
- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran
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- Faculty of Science, Department of Chemistry, University of Guilan, Rasht, Iran
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- Stem Cell Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences,Tabriz, Iran
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Panahi Y, Mohammadhosseini M, Abadi AJN, Akbarzadeh A, Mellatyar H. An Update on Biomedical Application of Nanotechnology for Alzheimer's Disease Diagnosis and Therapy. Drug Res (Stuttg) 2016; 66:580-586. [PMID: 27701713 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-112811] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Approximately 35 million people worldwide suffer from Alzheimer's disease (AD). The cellular uptake and specific transport of drugs and imaging agents to brain are common issues in the diagnosis and therapy of AD. New advances in nanotechnology have supplied favorable solutions to this issue. Various nanocarriers such as polymeric nanoparticles, liposomes, micelles, dendrimers and nanogels have been studied for the delivery of drugs and imaging agents to brain. This review presents a succinct discussion of the applications of nanotechnology for Alzheimer's disease diagnosis and therapy.
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- Y Panahi
- Chemical Injuries Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Chemistry, Shahrood Branch, Islamic Azad University, Shahrood, Iran
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Stem Cell Research Center,Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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