Mojtaba Didehdar

Department of Medical Mycology and Parasitology, School of Medicine, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Iran

[ 1 ] - Clinical features, diagnosis, and outcomes of rhino-orbito-cerebral mucormycosis: A retrospective analysis

Background and Purpose: Rhino-orbito-cerebral mucormycosis (ROCM) is a rare disease with acute and fulminant manifestation. This infection is associated with high morbidity and mortality rates. Herein, we reviewed the manifestations, underlying conditions, medical treatments, and surgical interventions in ROCM patients admitted to a tertiary referral center in northern Iran over a seven-year pe...

[ 2 ] - شناسایی مولکولی گونه‌های کاندیدای جدا شده از زنان مبتلا به ولوواژینیت کاندیدایی: گزارش کوتاه

Background: Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) is a common infection, affecting up to 75% of women during their lifetimes. Approximately 5% of patients may experience recurrent VVC. Candida albicans is the most common causative agent of VVC. The objectives of this study were identification of candida species isolated of women with vulvovaginal candidiasis by molecular method in Arak city. Methods:...

[ 3 ] - Incidence Rate and Epidemiological Aspects of Injuries Due to Accidents in Khomein City, Iran (2018)

Background: Accidents and injuries are one of the most important causes of disability and death in developing countries. This study was conducted to determine the incidence rate and epidemiological characteristics of accidents in the Khomein city. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional descriptive study was done by national program of accidents and injuries registry data in the Khomein ci...

[ 4 ] - Study of Antifungal Synergism Effects of Chitosan with Thymol, Carvacrol and Isothiocyanate against Candida albicans

Background and Aim: Prevalence of drug resistance in Candida albicans hinders common treatments with conventional antifungal drugs. A stockpile of research is being done to discover novel antifungal drugs. Chitosan has emerged as a promising antimicrobial and biodegradable polymer with various medical applications. The significant antimicrobial potential of some of the secondary metabolites fro...