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View article: Extended spectrum β-lactamase and integron genes among Shigella flexneri and Shigella sonnei isolated from children with diarrhea in shiraz, Southwest Iran
Extended spectrum β-lactamase and integron genes among Shigella flexneri and Shigella sonnei isolated from children with diarrhea in shiraz, Southwest Iran Open
View article: High prevalence of MDR and XDR Escherichia coli in hospital wastewater from Shiraz, Iran: ESBL and carbapenemase production
High prevalence of MDR and XDR Escherichia coli in hospital wastewater from Shiraz, Iran: ESBL and carbapenemase production Open
View article: Immune Dysregulation in HIV and COVID‐19 Co‐infection: Therapeutic Implications
Immune Dysregulation in HIV and COVID‐19 Co‐infection: Therapeutic Implications Open
Background Co‐infection with HIV and SARS‐CoV‐2 presents a complex clinical picture. Deciphering the immune response in this population, particularly the role of cytokines underlying immunopathogenesis could elucidates the development of t…
View article: Comparison of the Antibacterial Effect of the Essence and Hydroalcoholic Extract of Celery (<i>Apium graveolens</i>) Against <i>Streptococcus mutans</i> in Vitro
Comparison of the Antibacterial Effect of the Essence and Hydroalcoholic Extract of Celery (<i>Apium graveolens</i>) Against <i>Streptococcus mutans</i> in Vitro Open
Background: Streptococcus mutans is the microorganism associated with dental caries, a process involving the demineralization of teeth. Apium graveolens Linn. (celery), belonging to the family Apiaceae, is recognized as a medicinal plant. …
View article: Investigation of integron classes 1, 2, and 3 among multi-drug resistant Staphylococcus aureus isolates in Iran: a multi-center study
Investigation of integron classes 1, 2, and 3 among multi-drug resistant Staphylococcus aureus isolates in Iran: a multi-center study Open
View article: Prevalence of Chlorhexidine-Tolerant <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> and Correlation with Antibiotic Resistance
Prevalence of Chlorhexidine-Tolerant <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> and Correlation with Antibiotic Resistance Open
View article: The Study of Genetic Affinity of Methicillin Resistance Staphylococcus Aureus Strains Isolated from Cream Pastries and Nasal Isolates at Shiraz Confectionaries
The Study of Genetic Affinity of Methicillin Resistance Staphylococcus Aureus Strains Isolated from Cream Pastries and Nasal Isolates at Shiraz Confectionaries Open
Background: Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) is responsible for most cases of food poisoning all around the world. These carriers and manipulated foodstuffs are the main sources of bacteria transmission to ready-to-eat food. This study ai…
View article: Four-Year Bacteriological Profile and Antibiotic Resistance Rate of Neonatal Blood Cultures in a Major Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in Shiraz, Southwest Iran
Four-Year Bacteriological Profile and Antibiotic Resistance Rate of Neonatal Blood Cultures in a Major Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in Shiraz, Southwest Iran Open
Background: Bacterial infections are the leading cause of death in newborns. The growing resistance of bacteria to antibiotics is a major concern. In this study, we identified isolates from blood cultures in the neonatal intensive care uni…
View article: Study of MIC of silver and zinc oxide nanoparticles, strong and cost-effective antibacterial against biofilm-producing Acinetobacter baumannii in Shiraz, Southwest of Iran
Study of MIC of silver and zinc oxide nanoparticles, strong and cost-effective antibacterial against biofilm-producing Acinetobacter baumannii in Shiraz, Southwest of Iran Open
Background Acinetobacter baumannii resistant strains lead to increased mortality, treatment costs, and an increase in the length of hospitalization. Nowadays, nanoparticles are considered a substitute for antibiotics. This study aimed to d…
View article: Prevalence and Antibiotic Susceptibility of Common Bacterial Agents Causing Septic Arthritis in Shiraz, Southwestern Iran
Prevalence and Antibiotic Susceptibility of Common Bacterial Agents Causing Septic Arthritis in Shiraz, Southwestern Iran Open
Background: Septic arthritis (SA) or infectious arthritis (IA) typically occurs following hematogenous inoculation of pathogenic organisms in susceptible individuals. This infection is commonly a result of hematogenous spread of the infect…
View article: COVID-19 in patients with anemia and haematological malignancies: risk factors, clinical guidelines, and emerging therapeutic approaches
COVID-19 in patients with anemia and haematological malignancies: risk factors, clinical guidelines, and emerging therapeutic approaches Open
View article: Association of polymorphism of IL‐17A, IL‐17F, and IL‐6 with <i>Toxoplasma gondii</i> infection susceptibility in <b>HIV/AIDS</b> patients in Shiraz, southern Iran
Association of polymorphism of IL‐17A, IL‐17F, and IL‐6 with <i>Toxoplasma gondii</i> infection susceptibility in <b>HIV/AIDS</b> patients in Shiraz, southern Iran Open
Introduction Toxoplasma gondii infection is considered as one of the most important opportunistic infections and cause of death in HIV patients. Methods In this cross‐sectional study, 334 HIV positive patients were included. The molecular …
View article: Antimicrobial susceptibility patterns in Escherichia coli isolates from Hospital-acquired urinary tract infections
Antimicrobial susceptibility patterns in Escherichia coli isolates from Hospital-acquired urinary tract infections Open
View article: In Vitro Anti-bacterial Effect of Ox-bile Against Some Important Gram-positive and Gram-negative Bacteria
In Vitro Anti-bacterial Effect of Ox-bile Against Some Important Gram-positive and Gram-negative Bacteria Open
Background: Ox-bile has been recommended as a natural remedy with several therapeutic potentials in traditional Persian medicine. It has had efficacy against inflammation and infection according to traditional medicine. Evidence revealed t…
View article: Detection of genes encoding enterotoxins (SEA-D) in Staphylococcus aureus strains isolated from workers’ nasal samples and creamy pastries of Shiraz confectioneries
Detection of genes encoding enterotoxins (SEA-D) in Staphylococcus aureus strains isolated from workers’ nasal samples and creamy pastries of Shiraz confectioneries Open
Background and Objectives: Staphylococcus aureus is responsible for the majority of food poisoning all around the world. Nasal carriers of S. aureus and foodstuffs need for handling are important sources and vehicles to transmit this patho…
View article: Bacteria isolated from blood cultures and their antibiotic sensitivity in Shiraz, Southwest Iran
Bacteria isolated from blood cultures and their antibiotic sensitivity in Shiraz, Southwest Iran Open
<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Bloodstream infections (BSI) are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality around the world. In terms of appropriate therapeutic options, antimicrobial drug resistance among bacteri…
View article: Genotypic evaluation of <i>Pasteurella multocida</i> isolated from cattle and sheep by pulsed-field gel electrophoresis.
Genotypic evaluation of <i>Pasteurella multocida</i> isolated from cattle and sheep by pulsed-field gel electrophoresis. Open
Pasteurella multocida a Gram-negative bacterium exists as a commensal in the upper respiratory tracts of livestock, and poultry. It is causative agent of a range of diseases in mammals and birds including fowl cholera in poultry, at…
View article: Post-mortem Bacteriological Examination on the Heart Blood of Aborted Fetuses in a Major Teaching Hospital, Shiraz, Iran, 2016 - 2017
Post-mortem Bacteriological Examination on the Heart Blood of Aborted Fetuses in a Major Teaching Hospital, Shiraz, Iran, 2016 - 2017 Open
Background: Fetal abortion is one of the critical and controversial issues in most societies’ scientific, social, and academic ceremonies due to known and unknown reasons. Furthermore, updating our knowledge about isolated bacteria, their …
View article: Salivary Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacilli Levels as Indicators of Dental Caries Development in Iranian Patients with Systemic Sclerosis
Salivary Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacilli Levels as Indicators of Dental Caries Development in Iranian Patients with Systemic Sclerosis Open
Salivary Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacilli Levels as Indicators of Dental Caries Development in Iranian Patients with Systemic Sclerosis
View article: A Survey on the knowledge of Shiraz confectioneries staff about food hygiene and their practices
A Survey on the knowledge of Shiraz confectioneries staff about food hygiene and their practices Open
Most food outbreaks occur by food contact workers who contaminate products during preparation and handling. Workers' knowledge and practices play a major role in food safety in food establishments. This study aimed to survey the awareness …
View article: High Frequency of Class I and II Integrons and the Presence of aadA2 and dfrA12 Gene Cassettes in the Clinical Isolates of Acinetobacter baumannii from Shiraz, Southwest of Iran
High Frequency of Class I and II Integrons and the Presence of aadA2 and dfrA12 Gene Cassettes in the Clinical Isolates of Acinetobacter baumannii from Shiraz, Southwest of Iran Open
Background: Acinetobacter baumannii is a global concern that causes healthcare-associated infections due to multidrug resistance against commercially available antimicrobial agents. Objectives: The present study was conducted to determine …
View article: Insights into Background of Microbial Aggregations (Acinetobacter baumannii): A Century of Challenges
Insights into Background of Microbial Aggregations (Acinetobacter baumannii): A Century of Challenges Open
: In recent years, Acinetobacter baumannii has attracted the research community’s attention since they are turned into the leading cause of both community- and hospital-acquired infections. The emergence of MDR-A. baumannii strains threate…
View article: Distribution of Class 1-3 Integrons in Carbapenem-Resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa Isolated from Inpatients in Shiraz, South of Iran
Distribution of Class 1-3 Integrons in Carbapenem-Resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa Isolated from Inpatients in Shiraz, South of Iran Open
BACKGROUND: Health-care-associated infection (HAI) is effect on patients for the time of staying in the hospital. Opportunistic pathogens including Pseudomonas aeruginosa are the most dangerous biological agents in nosocomial infections. T…
View article: Evaluation of Bacteria Causing Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia in Patients Admitted to Internal ICUs and Internal Wards at Shiraz Teaching Hospitals, 2017 - 2018
Evaluation of Bacteria Causing Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia in Patients Admitted to Internal ICUs and Internal Wards at Shiraz Teaching Hospitals, 2017 - 2018 Open
Background: Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP), a subset of hospital infections, occurs in patients who have been mechanically ventilated for at least 48 hours. Objectives: Our study aimed at determining the frequency and antibiotic sus…
View article: Surface roughness, plaque accumulation, and cytotoxicity of provisional restorative materials fabricated by different methods
Surface roughness, plaque accumulation, and cytotoxicity of provisional restorative materials fabricated by different methods Open
Fabricating method may affect the surface properties and biological characteristics of provisional restorations. This study aimed to evaluate the surface roughness, plaque accumulation, and cytotoxicity of provisional restorative materials…
View article: Antimicrobial susceptibility profiles, presence of integrons and associated cassette genes among Acinetobacter baumannii isolates from Southern part of Iran, Shiraz
Antimicrobial susceptibility profiles, presence of integrons and associated cassette genes among Acinetobacter baumannii isolates from Southern part of Iran, Shiraz Open
Background Acinetobacter baumannii is a global concern to cause the health-care-associated infections, due to multidrug resistance against available commercially antimicrobial agents. Regarding this, the present study was conducted to dete…
View article: Virulence factors, serogroups, and antibiotic resistance of Shiga-toxin producing <i>Escherichia coli</i> from raw beef, chicken meat, and vegetables in Southwest Iran.
Virulence factors, serogroups, and antibiotic resistance of Shiga-toxin producing <i>Escherichia coli</i> from raw beef, chicken meat, and vegetables in Southwest Iran. Open
Paying more attention to non-O157 serogroups in future studies is recommended due to the relatively high prevalence of theses STEC serogroups in our study. Besides, the high level of resistance to some antibiotics observed in this study ne…
View article: Characterization and antibiotic resistance pattern of diffusely adherent Escherichia coli (DAEC), isolated from paediatric diarrhoea in Shiraz, southern Iran
Characterization and antibiotic resistance pattern of diffusely adherent Escherichia coli (DAEC), isolated from paediatric diarrhoea in Shiraz, southern Iran Open
View article: The first report of <i>Enterobacter gergoviae</i> carrying <i>bla</i> <sub>NDM-1</sub> in Iran.
The first report of <i>Enterobacter gergoviae</i> carrying <i>bla</i> <sub>NDM-1</sub> in Iran. Open
In this study, we report for the first time the presence of E. gergoviae harboring blaNDM from an Iranian population. Regarding the increase of MDR Enterobacter spp. in our region, strict hygiene rules will be need…
View article: The Prevalence of antimicrobial resistance in Staphylococcus aureus and coagulase-negative Staphylococci strains isolated from inpatients
The Prevalence of antimicrobial resistance in Staphylococcus aureus and coagulase-negative Staphylococci strains isolated from inpatients Open
Objectives: Globally nosocomial infection is a significant problem. Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and Methicillin resistant coagulase negative staphylococci (MRCoNS) are major causes of nosocomial infections. Aim of th…