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Marziyeh Avazeh, Mr Nasib Babaei, Kobra Valipour Heagi, Ehsan Allah Kalteh, Tohid Masumi Saray,
Volume 19, Issue 3 (10-2019)
Abstract
Background & objectives: Gestational diabetes is one of the most common medical problems during pregnancy, which has many negative consequences for mother and fetus. Knowledge of women about gestational diabetes and educational planning based on needs assessment can be effective for early diagnosis and reduction of possible complications of gestational diabetes. The aim of this study was to determine the educational needs of diabetic pregnant mothers in Meshgin health centers in 2018.
Methods: This descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted by- census on 689 pregnant women referring to Meshgin health centers in the spring and summer of 2018. Data were collected using a valid and reliable questionnaire of Hashemi-Beni and colleagues (2015) including three parts: demographic information, knowledge and educational needs assessment for mothers with gestational diabetes. Data were analyzed using SPSS 16 software.
Results: The mean age of pregnant women participating in the study was 26.94±6.22 years, with an average gestational age of 24.36±9.18 weeks. 22 persons of 689 pregnant women were diagnosed with gestational diabetes, and the prevalence of gestational diabetes was 3.2%. The mean score of knowledge of diabetic pregnant mothers about gestational diabetes questions was 9.95±3.79 out of 13. In all items of gestational diabetes, at least one third of diabetic mothers reported need for education.
Conclusions: Diabetic pregnant mothers, despite of high knowledge about gestational diabetes, still need to be trained in this regard. Therefore, it is necessary to hold leveled training courses to complete the information of mothers for better care of themselves
Dr Yousef Fekri, Dr Habib Ojaghi, Dr Telma Zahirian Moghadam, Dr Afshan Shargi, Dr Arezoo Ranjbar, Talma Zahirian Moghadam ,
Volume 20, Issue 1 (4-2020)
Abstract
Background & objectives: Cataract is the most common cause of blindness in the world and it is estimated that about 100,000 cataract surgeries are performed annually in Iran. The aim of the present study was to determine the prevalence of different morphological types of cataract and some related causes in patients undergoing surgery at Noor Surgery Center in Ardabil.
Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was performed on 780 patients referred to the Noor ophthalmology clinic in Ardabil with cataract diagnosis. The data were collected using a checklist by the researcher. Data analysis was performed using SPSS 25 software and descriptive statistical methods.
Results: Of the 1,018 eyes (780 patients), 590 eyes (58%) were related to women and 428 eyes (42%) were related to men and the mean age of all patients was 65.88±11.43. the mean grade of posterior subcapsular cataract (PSC), nuclear and cortical cataracts were 4.56±0.62, 4.79±0.89 and 4.21±0.48 respectively. There was a significant difference between normal retina diabetics (p=0.034), pseudo exfoliation syndrome (PEX) (p=0.001), hyperopic (p=0.008), corneal opacity (p=0.036) and patients with nasolacrimal duct obstruction (NLDO) (p=0.032) and other patients in terms of cataract type (p=0.034). There was no significant relationship between other comorbidities and cataract type.
Conclusion:According to the results of the present study based on the significant relationship of some diseases with different morphological types of cataracts, accurate preoperative
evaluation and planning for associated comorbidities is recommended.
Mahdi Babaie,
Volume 20, Issue 2 (7-2020)
Abstract
Before describing the structure and mechanism of action of a protein, it must first be subject to purification procedure. Protein purification is a set of processes in which one or a small number of proteins are purified from a complex compound that may be a complete cell, tissue, or organism. Understanding the functions, structural properties, and interactions of the protein are directly related to the degree of purity of the protein of interest. In the purification process, the protein and non-protein parts are separated. The biggest challenge is when the protein must be separated from other proteins. The purification procedure of an unknown protein is usually depends on the size, physicochemical properties, binding affinity, and biological activity. The end product of the purification process is called protein isolate. The protein purification process usually involves filtration and one or more chromatographic steps. Chromatography is a useful method for acquiring very pure protein for using in very accurate experiments. Therefore, by purifying the desired molecule, it can be used in various industries, such as medicine.
Neda Mohammadpour, Nasrin Fouladi, Mina Asadi,
Volume 22, Issue 3 (10-2022)
Abstract
Background & objectives: To deal with the more and sudden prevalence of covid-19, dentists should be aware of recent developments, especially the guidelines for the prevention of covid-19. This study aimed to assess of compliance with guidelines about the prevention of covid-19 in the dental setting in Ardabil city in 2022.
Methods: This cross-sectional (descriptive-analytical) study was conducted in the period from May to August 2022. In this study, 254 general and specialist dentists were examined using full-census sampling. The tool for collecting information was a researcher-made questionnaire that was valid and reliable based on the country's guidelines, which included 6 demographic and 41 questions related to compliance with the instructions related to the prevention of covid-19. After collecting the data, they were classified and analyzed using the chi-square and Fisher's exact test. SPSS software version 26 was used for data analysis. The acceptable error level was considered 0.05.
Results: The survey results showed that the rate of compliance with guidelines about the prevention of covid-19 in the index of patient management before treatment was estimated at 45%, in the index of required equipment and personal protection requirements were 72.42%, and in the index of required therapeutic action during the pandemic was 42.81%. There was a significant difference in compliance with the guidelines related to the prevention of covid-19 based on education and work history (p<0.05). However, there was no significant difference in compliance with the guidelines related to the prevention of covid-19 based on gender, age, marital status, and history of corona infection.
Conclusion: The level of compliance with the guidelines related to the prevention of covid-19 in the dental centers of Ardabil city was at an average level and was influenced by factors such as the dentist's education and work history.
Shafagh Aliasgarzadeh, Sevda Mikaeili Mirak, Javad Aliasgarzadeh, Hamed Aghazadeh, Seraj Mohajeri, Nima Javanshir, Mohammad Negaresh,
Volume 23, Issue 3 (10-2023)
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Background: Diabetes is a significant risk factor for postoperative complications and mortality. However, there are different opinions about the relationship between the increase in glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) level and the incidence of surgical complications.
Methods: In this retrospective study, 189 diabetic patients referred to Sabalan Hospital in Ardabil who were admitted for surgery were examined in 2021. The data related to demographic information, HbA1c test, postoperative complications, and the outcome of patients’ hospitalization were extracted from the records and entered into the researcher-made checklist. Patients were divided into two groups of uncontrolled diabetes with HbA1c of 7 and above and the controlled diabetes group with HbA1c below 7.
Results: Out of 189 patients included in the study, 97 patients were in the uncontrolled diabetes group, and 92 patients were in the controlled diabetes group. The average age of diabetic patients in uncontrolled and controlled diabetes groups was 58.18±8.91 and 61.84±5.52, respectively. According to the results, surgical site infection and the need for re-surgery during hospitalization showed a significant relationship with an HbA1c level (p≤0.05). Other postoperative complications were not significantly different between the two groups.
Conclusion: It seems logical that elective surgeries should be postponed in HbA1c levels higher than 7% because the presence of high HbA1c levels indicates that the patient’s diabetes is not under control, and as a result, there is a higher probability of chronic complications of diabetes as well as a higher risk for post-operative complications.
Ulduz Zamani, Malek Abazari, Mostafa Barati, Ali Abedi,
Volume 25, Issue 1 (4-2025)
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Background: Educational evaluation plays a critical role in improving the quality of training and aligning it with community needs. The CIPP model is a well-established framework that enables systematic evaluation of educational programs. This study aimed to assess the achievement of educational objectives in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Diseases at Ardabil University of Medical Sciences, from the perspective of dental students, using the CIPP model.
Methods: In this descriptive cross-sectional study (academic year 2020-2021), a researcher-made questionnaire with 25 items across four domains-Context, Input, Process, and Product-was used. All dental students who had completed both theoretical and practical courses in the department were included via a census sampling method. The questionnaire’s validity and reliability were confirmed. Data were analyzed using Mann-Whitney and Kruskal-Wallis tests in SPSS-25, with a significance level of p<0.05.
Results: A total of 50 students (25 male, 25 female) participated. Mean scores were as follows: context 73.62±14.71 (66% favorable), input 63.90±14.62 (54% relatively favorable), process 69.33±16.38 (52% relatively favorable), and product 56.25±23.58 (48% unfavorable). No significant differences were found across gender or admission type.
Conclusion: From the students' perspective, the achievement of educational objectives was relatively favorable in the context, input, and process domains, but suboptimal in the product domain. Revisions in teaching methods, curriculum content, and evaluation strategies-especially in the outcome-related areas are recommended.
Soheila Derisavy Jorfian, Ghadir Pourbayramian, Erfan Belalzadeh,
Volume 25, Issue 1 (4-2025)
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Background: Clinical education, as a cornerstone of dental training, plays a pivotal role in cultivating professional dentists and preparing them for therapeutic challenges. Given that the quality of clinical education directly influences students' professional competencies and subsequently the quality of healthcare services, identifying the factors affecting its quality is of paramount importance. Considering the key role of dental students as primary stakeholders in clinical education and the significance of their perspectives for program reforms, and noting the absence of a comprehensive study in this regard at Ardabil University of Medical Sciences, the present study was conducted to identify factors affecting the quality of clinical education and to propose improvement strategies based on students' viewpoints.
Methods: This descriptive-cross-sectional study was conducted in the second semester of the 2024 academic year among dental students at Ardabil University of Medical Sciences who had completed at least two semesters in clinical education settings and was willing to participate. Using Morgan's table, a sample size of 177 students was estimated. Participants were selected randomly from available students in various departments of the dentistry faculty. The data collection instrument was a questionnaire comprising 26 items across 5 main domains of clinical education quality, rated on a five-point Likert scale. A significance level of 0.05 was considered.
Results: The findings indicated that educational objectives and programs (β=0.328) and instructor’s performance (β=0.303) had the most significant impact on the quality of clinical education. Subsequently, the educational environment (β=0.218) and interaction with students (β=0.188) were of lesser importance, respectively. Evaluation (β=0.136) had the least impact on the quality of clinical education. Furthermore, older students and those in higher academic semesters evaluated the quality of clinical education more positively. No significant differences were observed in the evaluation of clinical education quality based on gender or clinical education groups.
Conclusion: From the perspective of dental students at Ardabil University of Medical Sciences, educational objectives and programs, along with instructors, are the most decisive factors in the quality of clinical education. Enhancing these two components, in addition to improving the educational environment and student interaction, is essential for increasing the quality of clinical education. It is recommended that educational policymakers focus on strengthening these areas.
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