Social determinants of domestic violence against suburban women in developing countries: a systematic review

( Fatemeh Abdi ),( Zohreh Mahmoodi ),( Fatemeh Afsahi ),( Negin Shaterian ),( Fatemeh Alsadat Rahnemaei ) 대한산부인과학회 2021 Obstetrics & Gynecology Science Vol.64 No.2

Objective In addition to the many social, economic, cultural, security, and environmental problems in the metropolitan areas, suburbanization has led to the growth and spread of domestic violence against women, and is still increasing. Different social determinants can play a role in violence against suburban women, so this study was designed to investigate the social determinants of domestic violence in suburban women of developing countries. Methods According to PRISMA guideline, the keywords, which were determined considering MESH, were searched in Google Scholar, MEDLINE, SID, Web of Science, Pubmed, Scopus and Science Direct with the 2009 to 2019 time limit. STROBE checklist was used for evaluating quantitative studies and JBI for qualitative studies. Finally 30 high quality studies were included. Results The prevalence of general domestic violence among women of different ages was reported between 2.3-73.78% in the suburban regions of developing countries. The prevalence of physical, emotional and psychological violence was about 11.54-61.6% and 7.8-84.3%. The prevalence of sexual,economic and the verbal violence was about 0.8-58.8%, 13.7- 43.7% and 33.21-86.1%. The most common factors affecting violence against women were the structural factors of early marriage, the husband’s addiction to alcohol and drugs. Conclusion General domestic violence and its various types are prevalent in different parts of the world and the factors affecting domestic violence such as age, marriage age, low literacy, husband addiction to alcohol and drugs are all things that can be prevented by special health planning in these areas to improve women’s health and thus prevent violence against suburban women.

Social determinants of mental health of women living in slum: a systematic review

( Fatemeh Abdi ),( Fatemeh Alsadat Rahnemaei ),( Parisa Shojaei ),( Fatemeh Afsahi ),( Zohreh Mahmoodi ) 대한산부인과학회 2021 Obstetrics & Gynecology Science Vol.64 No.2

Objective With the rise of urbanization globally, the problem of living in slums has become a problem for the civil society. As a vulnerable segment, women make up half of the population in these regions; therefore, women’s mental health has always been a concern. The purpose of this study was to review the social determinants of mental health in women living in slum areas. Methods We systematically reviewed articles published between 2009 and 2019 on the social determinants of women’s mental health in SID, Magiran, Google scholar, PubMed, Scopus, Science Direct, Embase, MEDLINE, PsychINFO, and PsychARTICLES databases using MeSH keywords according to PRISMA guidelines. The quality of the studies was assessed depending on the type of study using Ottawa Newcastle” scale and Joanna Briggs Institute quality assessment tools. Finally, 23 studies were analyzed. Results Different social determinants influenced the mental health of women living in slum areas. Among the structural determinants, the socioeconomic level had the highest frequency, and gender was in the second rank with the highest correlation with poorer women’s mental health status. Among the intermediate determinants, living conditions, food insecurity, social capital, and social support were most frequently associated with mental health status. Conclusion Women living in slum areas are prone to developing mental disorders and poorer mental health; therefore, supporting these women and creating job opportunities to raise their incomes and, subsequently, improve their social, economic, and living conditions should be taken into consideration. In addition, this requires careful planning and comprehensive social support.

Role of vitamin D and calcium in the relief of primary dysmenorrhea: a systematic review

( Fatemeh Abdi ),( Marjan Akhavan Amjadi ),( Farzaneh Zaheri ),( Fatemeh Alsadat Rahnemaei ) 대한산부인과학회 2021 Obstetrics & Gynecology Science Vol.64 No.1

Dysmenorrhea is one of the well-established problems among women of reproductive age and can have adverse effects on the quality of life of the individual. Some studies suggest a relationship between vitamin D (Vit D) and calcium deficiency and the emergence of early dysmenorrhea. Accordingly, a systematic study was performed to investigate the role of calcium and Vit D in the relief of primary dysmenorrhea. A systematic literature search was performed in PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, Science Direct, and Google Scholar for papers published between 2010 and 2020. The Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials and Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology checklists were used to assess the quality of the studies. The risk of bias was assessed using the Cochrane risk-of-bias assessment tool. Low calcium levels lead to an increase in uterine muscle contraction and can cause pain after decreased uterine blood flow. Furthermore, low levels of Vit D can increase primary dysmenorrhea by increasing prostaglandin production or reducing intestinal calcium absorption. That being the case, Vit D and calcium intake can be effective in reducing the severity of primary dysmenorrhea and in reducing the rate of analgesic use. Low levels of Vit D and calcium are inversely related to the severity of primary dysmenorrhea, and Vit D and calcium intake can reduce the severity of primary dysmenorrhea and its associated systemic symptoms. Therefore, the use of calcium and Vit D supplements can be recommended to relieve dysmenorrhea.

Improvement in histology, enzymatic activity, and redox state of the liver following administration of Cinnamomum zeylanicum bark oil in rats with established hepatotoxicity

Fatemeh Niknezhad,Sara Sayad-Fathi,Arezoo Karimzadeh,Marjan Ghorbani-Anarkooli,Fatemeh Yousefbeyk,Ebrahim Nasiri 대한해부학회 2019 Anatomy & Cell Biology Vol.52 No.3

Formaldehyde (FA) is an environmentally-available pollutant. Since the liver acts as a detoxifier in the human body, it is the first and most affected organ in individuals exposed to higher-than-normal amounts of FA. FA mainly alters oxidant/ antioxidant status and initiates oxidative stress, and by means, causes functional damage to the liver. Thus, it is important to identify natural bioactive compounds with antioxidant properties in order to be used as food additives. Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) is a popular flavor and also a medicinal plant with a variety of beneficial effects. In the present original study, cinnamon essential oil (CEO) has been administrated at doses of 10, 20, and 100 mg/kg, orally, to hepatotoxicity rat models caused by FA (10 mg/kg, intraperitoneally). Liver enzymes and its histology were assessed and oxidative stress biomarkers in the liver tissue were also examined. CEO administration caused a significant increase in superoxide dismutase, glutathione peroxidase, and catalase and a prominent decrease in nitric oxide levels in the liver tissue. Also, in serum samples, CEO significantly reduced the elevated amounts of alanine aminotransferase, aspartate aminotransferase, and alkaline phosphatase. When assessed histologically, portal area and central vein fibrosis alongside with the hepatocytes’ hypereosinophilia and swelling, focal inflammation, and necrotic areas were found to be prominently decreased in the CEO group. In conclusion, our study suggested that the CEO may have the potential for being used against FA-induced hepatotoxicity.

A systematic review of the role of vitamin D and calcium in premenstrual syndrome

Fatemeh Abdi,Gity Ozgoli,Fatemeh Sadat Rahnemaie 대한산부인과학회 2019 Obstetrics & Gynecology Science Vol.62 No.2

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common disorder that affects millions of women of reproductive age worldwide. In recent years, there has been a focus on finding accessible, acceptable, and cost-effective therapeutic approacheswith minimal side effects to treat the symptoms of PMS. This systematic review aimed to investigate the role ofcalcium and vitamin D in Premenstrual syndrome. The PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, Scopus, Science Direct, andGoogle Scholar databases were systematically searched for relevant articles from clinical trial, case-control, and crosssectionalstudies. The Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology checklist was used toassess the quality of the selected papers. A total of 28 eligible high-quality papers were reviewed. Low serum levelsof calcium and vitamin D during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle were found to cause or exacerbate thesymptoms of PMS. Therefore, the administration of calcium and vitamin D supplements or the use of a diet rich inthese two substances can restore serum levels and eliminate or reduce the symptoms of PMS. Calcium and vitamin Dsupplementation are recommended as an inexpensive, low-risk, acceptable, and accessible approach to eliminate orreduce the symptoms of PMS.

A favorable maternal and neonatal outcome following chemotherapy with etoposide, bleomycin, and cisplatin for management of grade 3 immature teratoma of the ovary

Fatemeh Ghaemmaghami,Fatemeh Abbasi,Akram Ghahghai Nezam Abadi 대한부인종양학회 2009 Journal of Gynecologic Oncology Vol.20 No.4

Ovarian cancer rarely complicates pregnancy. Usually these malignancies consist of germ cell tumors. Preserving maternal safety along with favorable neonatal outcome is a subject of debate in the management of ovarian cancer during pregnancy. In this report, the authors describe a 25-year-old primigravid woman who was diagnosed to with an ovarian immature teratoma which was diagnosed at 13th weeks of pregnancy during a routine sonography. She underwent oophorectomy at week 21 of her gestation. Then she received three cycles of BEP regimen (bleomycin, etoposide, and cisplatin) during her pregnancy until week 37 of gestation. At 36 weeks she delivered a male baby with mild glandular hypospadia who was otherwise normal. Management of immature teratoma after the first trimester of pregnancy is similar to non-pregnant patients and is safe for both the mother and the fetus. Ovarian cancer rarely complicates pregnancy. Usually these malignancies consist of germ cell tumors. Preserving maternal safety along with favorable neonatal outcome is a subject of debate in the management of ovarian cancer during pregnancy. In this report, the authors describe a 25-year-old primigravid woman who was diagnosed to with an ovarian immature teratoma which was diagnosed at 13th weeks of pregnancy during a routine sonography. She underwent oophorectomy at week 21 of her gestation. Then she received three cycles of BEP regimen (bleomycin, etoposide, and cisplatin) during her pregnancy until week 37 of gestation. At 36 weeks she delivered a male baby with mild glandular hypospadia who was otherwise normal. Management of immature teratoma after the first trimester of pregnancy is similar to non-pregnant patients and is safe for both the mother and the fetus.

The Protective Effect of Melissa officinalis L. in Visceral Hypersensitivity in Rat Using 2 Models of Acid-induced Colitis and Stress-induced Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Possible Role of Nitric Oxide Pathway

( Fatemeh Dolatabadi ),( Amir H Abdolghaffari ),( Mohammad H Farzaei ),( Maryam Baeeri ),( Fatemeh S Ziarani ),( Majid Eslami ),( Mohammad Abdollahi ),( Roja Rahimi ) 대한소화기기능성질환·운동학회(구 대한소화관운동학회) 2018 Journal of Neurogastroenterology and Motility (JNM Vol.24 No.3

Background/Aims The aim of present study is to estimate the effects of Melissa officinalis L. (MO) on visceral hypersensitivity (VH), defecation pattern and biochemical factors in 2 experimental models of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and the possible role of nitric oxide. Methods Two individual models of IBS were induced in male Wistar-albino rats. In the acetic acid model, the animals were exposed to rectal distension and abdominal withdrawal reflex, and the defecation patterns were determined. In the restraint stress model, the levels of TNF-α, myeloperoxidase, lipid peroxidation, and antioxidant powers were determined in the (removed) colon. Rats had been treated with MO, L-NG-nitroarginine methyl ester (L-NAME), aminoguanidine (AG), MO + AG, or MO + L-NAME in the mentioned experimental models. Results Hypersensitive response to rectal distension and more stool defecation in control rats have been observed in comparison to shams. MO-300 significantly reduced VH and defecation frequency in comparison to controls. VH and defecation pattern did not show significant change in AG + MO and L-NAME + MO groups compared to controls. Also, significant reduction in TNF-α, myeloperoxidase, thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS), and an increase in antioxidant power in MO-300 group was recorded compared to controls. AG + MO and L-NAME + MO groups showed a reverse pattern compared to MO-300 group. Conclusions MO can ameliorate IBS by modulating VH and defecation patterns. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties along with its effect on the nitrergic pathway seem to play important roles in its pharmacological activity. (J Neurogastroenterol Motil 2018;24:490-501)

The Effect of Pyridoxine Hydrochloride Supplementation on Leptin, Adiponectin, Glycemic Indices, and Anthropometric Indices in Obese and Overweight Women

( Fatemeh Haidari ),( Majid Mohammadshahi ),( Mehdi Zarei ),( Mohammad Hosein Haghighizadeh ),( Fatemeh Mirzaee ) 한국임상영양학회 2021 Clinical Nutrition Research Vol.10 No.3

Obesity has reached epidemic proportions globally. Among several methods for treating obesity, the use of dietary supplements is common recently. One supplement that can help in this regard might be vitamin B6 in high doses. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of pyridoxine hydrochloride supplementation on anthropometric indices, body composition, visceral adiposity index (VAI), and metabolic status in obese and overweight women. In this randomized controlled clinical trial, 44 obese and overweight women aged 18-50 years were selected and divided randomly into 2 groups: an intervention group (receiving 80 mg pyridoxine hydrochloride supplement for 8 weeks) and a control group (receiving placebo for 8 weeks). In the pyridoxine hydrochloride group, weight (p = 0.03), body mass index (p = 0.023), fat mass (p = 0.003), waist circumference (p = 0.005), VAI (p = 0.001), fasting insulin, insulin resistance (homeostasis model assessment of insulin resistance; HOMA-IR), total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein, triglycerides (TG) and leptin (p < 0.001) decreased whereas adiponectin (p < 0.001) increased in comparison to the baseline values. There was a significant difference in fat mass, VAI, fasting insulin, HOMA-IR, and TG between pyridoxine hydrochloride and control groups following intervention in adjusted models (p < 0.05). The findings suggest that vitamin B6 supplementation may be effective in reducing BMI and improving body composition and biochemical factors associated with obesity.

The effect of time management education on critical care nurses’ prioritization: a randomized clinical trial

Fatemeh Vizeshfar,Mahnaz Rakhshan,Fatemeh Shirazi,Roya Dokoohaki 대한중환자의학회 2022 Acute and Critical Care Vol.37 No.2

Background:Nurses are at the forefront of patient care, and time management skills can increase their ability to make decisions faster. This study aimed to assess the effect of a time management workshop on prioritization and time management skills among nurses of emergency and intensive care units.Methods: This randomized clinical trial was performed with 215 nurses. The educational intervention about time management was held in the form of a workshop for the intervention group. The time management questionnaire was completed by both groups before, immediately after, and 3 months after the intervention.Results: Most participants were female (n=191, 88%), with a mean age of 31.82 years (range, 22–63 years). Additionally, the participants’ work experience ranged from 1 to 30 years (mean±standard deviation, 8.00±7.15 years). After the intervention, the mean score of time management increased significantly in the intervention group, but no significant difference was observed in this regard in the control group. The results also revealed a significant difference between the intervention and control groups regarding the mean score of time management 3 months after the intervention (P<0.001).Conclusions: Time management training helped nurses adjust the time required to perform and prioritize various tasks.

Alimentary Tract ; Role of Fecal Calprotectin in Differentiating between Hirschsprung`s Disease and Functional Constipation

( Fatemeh Elham Mahjoub ),( Nasim Zahedi ),( Bahar Ashjai ),( Mohammad Taghi Haghi Ashtiani ),( Fatemeh Farahmand ),( Maryam Monajemzadeh ),( Leila Kashi ),( Heshmat Iranikhah ) 대한소화기학회 2013 대한소화기학회지 Vol.62 No.5

Background/Aims: Calprotectin is a 36.5 kD calcium and zinc binding protein in the S100 protein family. Fecal calprotectin levels are elevated in patients with inflammatory bowel disease and some other gastrointestinal disorders such as colorectal carcinoma. We decided to evaluate the fecal calprotectin level to see if it was able to distinguish between functional and organic causes of constipation. Methods: Seventy-six children aged 1 to 120 months that all underwent deep rectal mucosa biopsies at Children Medical Center from November 2010 till September 2011 were recruited. Nineteen cases were diagnosed as Hirschsprung`s disease and 57 of the patients had nerve ganglion cells in their biopsies. Calprotectin concentration was analyzed by the ELISA method. Results: Although there was a significant difference between the median of the two groups (p=0.036), the median was not above the predetermined cutoff value of 50 μg/g. Conclusions: We propose that fecal calprotectin, using the above cutoff value, has limited value in differentiating functional constipation from Hirschsprung`s disease. (Korean J Gastroenterol 2013;62:288-291)