Somayeh Karimi
Iran University of Medical Sciences
[ 1 ] - Estimation of economic burden of preterm and premature births in Iran
Background: Tremendous difficulties are imposed on families with preterm and premature babies, both at birth and during their lifetime. The present study aimed at evaluating the potential economic impact of preterm and premature birth in Iran. Methods: In this descriptive cross-sectional study (2014-2015), we studied preterm and premature newborns, who have been subjected to hospi...
[ 2 ] - Assessment effectiveness of hypertonic dextrose prolotherapy compared with erythropoietin, platelet-rich plasma and radiofrequency prolotherapy in knee osteoarthritis treatment in Iran
Aims and background: Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a major public health issue because it causes chronic pain, reduces physical function and diminishes quality of life. Knee osteoarthritis is a chronic disease and is one of the most common causes of disability in the elderly. Population ageing and increased global prevalence of obesity are anticipated to dramatically increase the prevalence of kn...