Myiasis is the infestation of living vertebrates or humans tissues by dipterous larvae. The oral cavity is rarely affected by this infestation and the circumstances which can lead to oral myiasis include persistent mouth opening together with poor hygiene. Such infestations have been reported mainly in developing countries such as in Asia. Although rare, nosocomial myiasis must be noted careful...

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Onychomycosis is a common fungal infection which has been conducted in many parts of the world. The aim of this study was to evaluate the epidemiology and to identify the aetiological factors of onychomycosis in Mazandaran province, Iran. MATERIALS AND METHODS During the period of 10 years (2003-2012) 1100 patients suspected with onychomycosis, referred to the Mycolo...

Human papilloma virus (HPV) infection is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in the world. In genitalia, it causes a broad spectrum of lesions, from wart to intraepithelial neoplasia and carcinoma. The objective of this descriptive study was the distribution of the infection in our region based on gender, age, marital status and high risk sexual behaviors. Eighty one patients...

A healthcare system has been the most important priority for all governments worldwide. Biotechnology products have affected the promotion of health care over the last thirty years. During the last several decades, Iran has achieved significant success in extending healthcare to the rural areas and in reducing the rates of infant mortality and increasing population growth. Biomedical technology...