J Res Med Sci
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According to the report of the World Health Organization, mental disorders are one of the 10 most important causes of disability in the world. This study was conducted with the aim of determining the number and frequency of latent classes of depression and its determinants in Isfahan university of medical students. ⋯ The three classes that were identified based on the students' answers to the depression symptoms questions differed only based on severity. The history of depression and anxiety were the strongest predictors of latent classes of depression.
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Myocardial infarction (MI) can lead to higher cellular damage, making cell-free DNA (cfDNA) a potential biomarker for assessing disease severity. The aim of this study is to evaluate survival predictions using cfDNA measurements and assess its correlation with MI. ⋯ This study demonstrates a robust association between cfDNA and STEMI, indicating that cfDNA levels can be a valuable early prognostic factor for patients. Serial measurements of cfDNA during early disease onset hold promise as an effective approach for predicting survival outcomes in MI patients.
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Paraquat poisoning remains a critical public health issue with no established effective treatment. Hemoperfusion (HP) has been recognized for its potential to remove toxins and is widely employed in several developing countries for managing acute paraquat poisoning cases. However, the reluctance of some patients to undergo this recommended treatment has been observed but not thoroughly investigated. This study aimed to explore the factors associated with the refusal of HP in patients suffering from paraquat intoxication. ⋯ The results of this study showed that elderly individuals and those with a history of mental disorders were independently associated with refusing HP in patients with acute paraquat poisoning.
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[This corrects the article on p. 658 in vol. 19, PMID: 25364368.].
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Primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) can impact both the quality of life and the survival of patients. The study aimed to determine the survival rate and associated variables in patients with PBC. ⋯ The study found that aspartate aminotransferase and alanine aminotransferase levels, baseline and final bilirubin, albumin, antinuclear antibody, the presence of cirrhosis, and jaundice significantly influenced patient survival with PBC.