Systematic review
Magnetic resonance spectroscopy for quantitative analysis of fatty liver disease: a systematic review

Maryam Tavakoli; Donya Farrokh

Volume 4, Issue 2 , May 2017, Pages 45-49

https://doi.org/10.22038/rcm.2017.13607.1155

Abstract
  Introduction: Magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) is a sensitive and non-invasive imaging method that provides information about the metabolite variations due to pathological damages. In this study, we aimed to systematically review studies in which the MRS had been used for quantitative analysis of ...  Read More

Systematic review
Endothelial progenitor cells in patients with non-small cell lung cancer

Farzane Farzam; Masume Safaee; Mahsa Akbari Oryani; Hadi Razmara; Naveed Fathee; Vahide Farzam

Volume 4, Issue 2 , May 2017, Pages 50-56

https://doi.org/10.22038/rcm.2016.6484

Abstract
  Introduction: Endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) are known as putative cells in neovasculogenesis during pathological conditions, which are derived from bone marrow. This study was performed to systematically review the EPCs frequency in patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) by evaluating ...  Read More

Systematic review
Acupuncture in the treatment of infantile colic: a systematic review

Hamid Reza Bahrami; Roshanak Salari; Mohammadreza Noras

Volume 4, Issue 2 , May 2017, Pages 57-61

https://doi.org/10.22038/rcm.2016.7876

Abstract
  Introduction: The prevalence of infantile colic is high, but there is no safe and effective conventional treatment. Acupuncture is a Chinese method of complementary medicine, and its therapeutic effects have been investigated in colic pain, crying out, fecal excretion, anxiety, relaxation and sleep duration. ...  Read More

Review
Current treatment in rheumatoid arthritis: a review including nanotechnology and gene therapy

Najmeh Malekzadeh

Volume 4, Issue 2 , May 2017, Pages 62-68

https://doi.org/10.22038/rcm.2016.7614

Abstract
  Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a common inflammatory disease affecting approximately 1% of the adult population worldwide. Before new treatments were available, unchecked RA caused notable inability and mortality .It is now accepted that primary diagnosis and treatment are essential and useful. Progress ...  Read More

Review
Male breast cancer: a review of literature

Soodabeh Shahidsales; Mitra Fazl Ersi

Volume 4, Issue 2 , May 2017, Pages 69-72

https://doi.org/10.22038/rcm.2017.13485.1153

Abstract
  Studies have devoted relatively scant attention to male breast cancer compared with female breast cancer. Nevertheless, the incidence of male breast cancer has increased considerably in parallel manner with women. There is not comprehensive knowledge regarding the etiology of breast cancer in men. The ...  Read More

Review
Restless legs syndrome in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Fariba Rezaeetalab; Fariborz RezaeiTalab

Volume 4, Issue 2 , May 2017, Pages 73-77

https://doi.org/10.22038/rcm.2017.8809

Abstract
  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a common chronic sensory motor disorder that prevents initiation and/or sleep staying. Patients with this syndrome have uncomfortable sensations in their legs (and sometimes arms or other parts of the body), with moving their legs to relieve this sensations. The symptoms ...  Read More

Review
Dietary nutrients in preventing cardiovascular diseases: a narrative review

Khadijeh Saket; Mozhdeh Khodabakhsh; Roshanak Salari

Volume 4, Issue 2 , May 2017, Pages 78-82

https://doi.org/10.22038/rcm.2016.17829.1178

Abstract
  Foods play an important role in preparing the health of body. Foods and nutrients are effective in increasing health and regulating the immune system as well as in prevention of different diseases such as cardiovascular diseases. In the past few years, the prevalence of cardiovascular disease is progressively ...  Read More

Case report
Possible interaction of warfarin with peppermint herbal tea: a case report

Aliasghar Moeinipour; Mohamad Abbassi Teshnizi; Babak Manafi; Hadi Yavari; Yasamin Moeinipour; Hamid Hoseinikhah

Volume 4, Issue 2 , May 2017, Pages 83-86

https://doi.org/10.22038/rcm.2016.7899

Abstract
  Herbal medicine is usually safe and popular in Iranian communities. Peppermint herbal products may interact with warfarin, which is an essential lifelong drug used in patients with prosthetic heart valves. Herein, we report a case of possible interaction between warfarin and peppermint herbal tea.We ...  Read More