Nastaran Eizadi-Mood
Clinical Toxicology Research Center, Department of Clinical Toxicology, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
[ 1 ] - Comment on "Medical Management and Outcome of Paraquat Poisoning in Ahvaz, Iran: A Hospital-Based Study"
Dear editor, We read the recent article of Rahmani et al entitled "Medical Management and Outcome of Paraquat Poisoning in Ahvaz, Iran: A Hospital-Based Study" in your journal (1). In their study they performed upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy as a routine for all paraquat poisoned patients, because they considered paraquat a caustic agent and that it may cause severe mucosal injuries in e...
[ 2 ] - The Relationship between Blood Lead Level and Neuro-psychological and Hematological Findings in Lead-Exposed Workers of Battery Industry
Background: Hematological effects and digestive and neuro-psychological signs and symptoms are some manifestations of lead toxicity. However, there are conflicting reports of their prevalence among lead exposed workers and their relationship with blood lead levels (BLL). This case- control study assessed the relationship between BLL and hematological indexes and digestive (abdominal colic, ir...
[ 3 ] - Designing and Implementing a Practical Course of "Pharmacotherapy in Special Populations" for Medical Interns
Introduction: Learning how to use medications rationally is an important and key issue in medical education. The aims of this study were needs assessment, designing and implementing practical training on pharmacotherapeutic issues in special populations (pregnant women, nursing mothers who are breast-feeding, infants, and elders) for medical interns. Methods: This study was conducted in two con...
[ 4 ] - Investigating the Efficacy of Sucralfate in the Treatment of Oral Paraquat Poisoning: A Randomized Double-Blind Clinical Trial
Background: There is a high prevalence of intentional paraquat poisoning especially for suicide reported from many part of the world, with its negative effects on the lungs, kidneys, heart, and digestive system. This study was planned, aimed at investigating the efficacy of sucralfate in the treatment of oral paraquat poisoning with respect to its clinical outcomes. Methods: A randomized doubl...