Siavash Moradi

Gastrointestinal Cancer Research Center, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran.

[ 1 ] - The Survey of Pediatric Pleural Empyema in North of Iran (from 2004 to 2016)

Background: Pleural empyema is a collection of purulent exudate between the lungs and the chest wall. Despite the importance of the disease in children, no study has investigated it in Mazandaran province, Iran. The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment and its outcome in children referring to hospitals of Mazandaran during 12 years. Ma...

[ 2 ] - اثربخشی شعر درمانی گروهی در کاهش مشکلات روانشناختی و بهبود کیفیت زندگی زنان مبتلا به سرطان پستان

Background and purpose: Group poetry therapy has been implemented to overcome psychological problems associated with different diseases. Cancer seems to be one of the main targets for group poetry therapy. The aim of this study was to explore the effectiveness of group poetry therapy on the hope, quality of life, and some psychological problems in patients with breast cancer. Materials and m...

[ 3 ] - Analysis of trends in birth outcomes and fertility measures in the rural population of east Azerbaijan province, Iran: 2001 - 2013

Background and Purpose: Birth outcomes and fertility measures are commonly evaluated in Maternal and Child Health Integrated Program (MCHIP) in the field of public health. Given the key role of time- trend study in the projection of current data to the future, this population-based study aimed to describe the significant changes of birth outcomes and fertility measures in the rural population...

[ 4 ] - بررسی وضعیت روانی-اجتماعی-اقتصادی بیماران مبتلا به سرطان در ساری، سال 1396

Background and purpose: The impact of cancer on various aspects of life is definitely proven in many studies. In this research, we aimed to study the psychological, social, and economic status of patients with different types of cancer in Mazandaran province, Iran. Materials and methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in patients with cancer who were admitted to Sari Imam Khomeini Ho...

[ 5 ] - Trend of Faculty Member’s Evaluation Scores by Students in Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, 2012-2016

Background and purpose: Assessing and improving the quality and educational capability of faculty members in universities is to improve the quality of programs, making appropriate policies and performing better educational activities. Faculty member’s evaluation by students is an important tool for both the lecturers and educational managers in educational planning. The aim of this study was to...

[ 6 ] - Diagnostic Value of Serum Levels of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor as a Marker of Tubal Pregnancy

Background and purpose: Tubal pregnancy is a life threatening condition that not only causes mortality but also reduces fertility by less than 50%. In many patients, the level of βhCG does not reach detection threshold, and for definite diagnosis, long-term follow-up considering βhCG titration and transvaginal ultrasonography are needed which could lead to delay in diagnosis and treatment. The ...

[ 7 ] - Social Capital and Health of Iranian Women: A Scoping Review Study

Background and purpose: Human health and disease are as old as human history. Today, the concept of health is tied to the components of social capital which can act as a shield against stress, depression, anxiety, accident, aging, and various diseases. The present study aimed to review the effect of social capital on women's health. Materials and methods: A scoping review was carried out in fi...

[ 8 ] - Documentation of Emergency Medical Records Based on Educational Accreditation in Educational Hospitals of Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences

Background and purpose: Emergency medical services (EMS) are among the major concerns in health care. Documentation of patient care in medical records format is of great importance since they are used in further treatments, assessment of care, medical-legal reports, and medical educations.   Materials and methods: This descriptive cross-sectional research was performed by studying the emergenc...

[ 9 ] - The Evaluation of The Professionalism of Clinical Teachers from The Viewpoint of Residents of Educational Departments of Imam Khomeini Hospital of Mazandaran University of Medical Science

Background & Objective: Investigating residentschr('39') opinions is one of the ways to evaluate professionalism in the clinical setting in a variety of ways. Since Teachers are good role models for learners and on the other hand, students have a close relationship with the teachers because of their direct presence in the teaching position, therefore, their viewpoints about the characteristics ...

[ 10 ] - Quality Assessment of Clinical Education in Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences from the Perspective of Clerkships and Interns in 2019

  Background and purpose: Acquisition of basic skills and professionalism in medicine depends on the quality and quantity of education in clinical settings. This study aimed at assessing the quality of clinical education in different departments of Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences. Materials and methods: This descriptive study was conducted in medical clerkships and interns (n=175). ...

[ 11 ] - Comparing the Effect of Alendronate and Vitamin D Administration on Lumbosacral Fusion and Severity of Low Back Pain in Patients After Posterior Lumbar Fusion Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Background and purpose: Bone fusion is a dynamic process and availability of calcium and balance of vitamin D can be effective in post spinal cord fusion. There are contradictory results on this issue, so, we decided to compare the effect of administration of vitamin D and alendronate on lumbosacral vertebral fusion in patients undergoing posterior spinal fusion surgery. Materials and methods:...

[ 12 ] - Effect of Royal Jelly on Sperm Parameters and Testosterone Levels in Infertile Men

Background and purpose: Complementary medicine plays a major role in treatment of infertility. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of royal jelly on sperm parameters and testosterone levels in infertile men. Materials and methods: In this quasi-experimental study, 100 infertile men attending the infertility treatment center in Sari Imam Khomeini Hospital were monitored for two mon...

[ 13 ] - E-learning Readiness and Its Relationship with Demographic Factors in Medical Students of Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences During the COVID-19 Pandemic

 Background and purpose: E-learning has many strengths and it is easily available, therefore, it received much attention by the Iran Ministry of Health and Medical Education during the COVID-19 pandemic. The present study investigated the level of e-learning readiness and its relationship with demographic factors in medical students of Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences during the COVID-...