Shirin Saravani
Dental Research Center, Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology, Faculty of Dentistry, Zahedan University of Medical Science, Zahedan, Iran.
[ 1 ] - Clinical and Histopathological Profiles of Pediatric and Adolescent Oral and Maxillofacial Biopsies in a Persian Population
Introduction The frequency of pediatric and adolescent oral and maxillofacial lesions is various in different societies. The present study aimed at investigating the frequency of oral and maxillofacial pediatric and adolescent biopsies in Zahedan (southeast Iran), and compare the results with other epidemiologic studies.Methods and Materials This retrospective study reviewed oral and maxillofac...
[ 2 ] - Oral manifestations and related factors of HIV positive patients in south-east of Iran
Introduction: Oral manifestations can be the first signs of human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) and a useful marker for the progression of this disease. The present study aimed to determine the prevalence of oral manifestations and examine their relationship with socio-demographic factors in HIV-positive patients in the health centers affiliated to Zahedan...
[ 3 ] - Epidemiological Study of Oral and Maxillofacial Biopsies from Geriatric Patients in Zahedan, Iran (1996-2015)
Introduction: As a result of aging process, oral mucosa becomes susceptible to oral diseases. Having knowledge about prevalence and distribution of geriatric oral diseases is essential for prevention and treatment planning. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of geriatric patients’ oral biopsies in specimens obtained in medical centers of Zahedan University of Medical Sciences. Methods:...
[ 4 ] - Compatibility Rate of Clinical and Histopathologic Diagnosis of Oral Lesions in Zahedan Dental School during 1999-2015
Introduction: Different oral lesions have clinical characteristics which in some cases are similar. Therefore, in these cases histopathological examination for correct diagnosis is necessary. The aim of this study was to evaluate the compatibility rate of clinical and histopathological diagnosis of oral lesions in Zahedan School of dentistry. Methods: In this retrospective study, determination ...
[ 5 ] - بررسی مقایسه ای تعداد ماست سل ها در کارسینوم سلول سنگفرشی حفره دهان و پوست ناحیه سر و گردن
Background and purpose: Mast cells as the multi-functional and complex cells play a key role in tumor progression. Due to the higher malignant potential of Oral Squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) compared with cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC), the purpose of this study was to compare the mast cells count in squamous cell carcinoma of the skin and oral cavity and evaluate their correlation w...
[ 6 ] - Tissue eosinophils as a histopathological marker in oral premalignant and malignant lesions: a histochemical study
Introduction: Although recent studies show the association of eosinophils with different tumors including oral malignancies, the role of eosinophils in premalignant conditions of the oral cavity is not known precisely. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the number of eosinophils in premalignant and malignant conditions of the oral cavity and its role in progression to malignancy. Materia...
[ 7 ] - Epidemiological aspects of head and neck cancers in a population of south east region of Iran
Introduction: The geographical distribution of head and neck cancer shows considerable variation and it is site dependent. The review of the literature shows few data concerning the head and neck cancer patterns in Iran. The purpose of this study was to represent epidemiological aspects of head and neck cancers in south east of Iran. Materials &Methods: In this retrospective study, from a to...
[ 8 ] - The Association between Dental Health Status and Oral Health-Related Quality of Life of Children Diagnosed with -Thalassemia Major in Zahedan City, Iran
Background: b-thalassemia major is a common hereditary blood disease that can affect patients’ oral health and quality of life. The present study aims to determine the relationship between health of deciduous teeth and the Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) in children diagnosed with β-thalassemia major compared with healthy children. Materials and Methods This cross-sectional study w...
[ 9 ] - گزارش یک مورد لیکن پلان دهانی در یک کودک
سابقه و هدف: لیکن پلان دهانی یک بیماری پوستی، مخاطی، التهابی است که در جمعیت بزرگسال شایع می باشد اما به ندرت در جمعیت کودکان رخ می دهد. هدف از این مطالعه معرفی یک دختر 13 ساله مبتلا به لیکن پلان دهانی و نحوه درمان و پیگیری وی است. گزارش مورد: بیمار دختر 13 ساله می باشد که با شکایت از وجود اریتم در ناحیه مخاط باکال مراجعه نمود. در معاینه بالینی تشخیص لیکن پلان نوع رتیکولار و اروزیو گذاشته...
[ 10 ] - Role of EGFR Gene Polymorphisms in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma patients of Southeast of Iran: A Case-Control Study
Background: The decisive etiology of Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is still ambiguous, but we recognize the contribution of genetic aberration and environmental agent due to OSCC initiation. In the current study, we elucidate the potential impact of EGFR gene polymorphisms in the risk of OSCC in the southeast of Iran. Methods: Forty-eight OSCC patients along with 100 normal volunteers w...