Volume 19 (2024)
Volume 18 (2023)
Volume 17 (2022)
Volume 16 (2021)
Volume 15 (2020)
Volume 14 (2019)
Volume 13 (2018)
Volume 12 (2017)
Volume 11 (2016)
Volume 10 (2015)
Volume 8 (2013)
Volume 7 (2012)
Volume 6 (2011)
Volume 5 (2010)
Volume 4 (2009)
Volume 3 (2008)
Volume 2 (2007)
Volume 1 (2006)
Original Research
Spectrum of Malignant Transformation in Marjolins Ulcer: Our Experience of This Rare Phenomenon

Mitra Mustaphi Ruplekha; Gon Sonia; Bhattacharyya Roop Narayan

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January 2014, Pages 1-8

Abstract
    Background & Objective: Chronic non healing ulcers or scar undergoing malignant transformation is a rare phenomenon with an estimated incidence of 2%. Though, numerous predisposing factors have been identified, still it is rarely diagnosed and commonly mistaken for a benign condition. The ...  Read More

Original Research
Comparison of Placental Morphology and Histopathology of Intrauterine Growth Restriction and Normal Infants

Nayereh Ghomian; Sakineh Amouian; Fatemeh Tavassoli; Taraneh Arbabzadeh

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January 2014, Pages 9-16

Abstract
  Background & Objective: Chronic non healing ulcers or scar undergoing malignant transformation is a rare phenomenon with an estimated incidence of 2%. Though, numerous predisposing factors have been identified, still it is rarely diagnosed and commonly mistaken for a benign condition. The objective ...  Read More

Original Research
Quality Control Planning of a Hepatitis B Viral Load Laboratory-Developed Assay

Fatemeh Nili; Reza Shahsiah; Farid Azmoudeh Ardalan; Mohsen Nassiri Toosi; Alireza Abdollahi

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January 2014, Pages 17-22

Abstract
    Background and Objectives: HBV DNA monitoring is important in management of chronic viral hepatitis B infection. HBV DNA measurements are carried out over period of months to years. So the analytical system must be stable and reproducible. The aim of this study was to determine the performance ...  Read More

Original Research
First Seroprevalence Survey of Children with Tularemia Infection in Chaharmahal va Bakhtiari Province, Iran

Abolfazl Khoshdel; Ebrahim Saedi Dezaki; Froozan Ganji; Roya Habibian; Reza Imani; Elham Taheri; Azar Nikkhah

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January 2014, Pages 23-27

Abstract
    Background and Objectives: An increasing number of tularemia was reported in all over the world. This infection is characterized by different clinical syndromes that can be considered in differential diagnosis of infectious disease. Despite effective antibiotics against Francisella tularensis, ...  Read More

Original Research
Tongue Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Clinical Study

Hamidreza Azimi; Saeedeh Khajehahmadi; Amin Rahpeyma

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January 2014, Pages 28-32

Abstract
    Background and Objectives: Squamous cell carcinoma of the tongue (SCCOT) is the most common malignant neoplasm in oral cavity. At the time of the diagnosis of SCCOT regional metastases with a high mortality rate are common, which is due to the extensive lymphatic system drainage of the tongue. ...  Read More

Original Research
Diabetes Mellitus Type1 and Neuronal Degeneration in Ventral and Dorsal Hippocampus

Khadijeh Foghi; Shahriar Ahmadpour

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January 2014, Pages 33-37

Abstract
    Background and Objectives: Studies have documented the morhplogical, neurochemical and functional difference between the dorsal and ventral zones of hippocampus. The aim of this study was to assess the effects of chronic diabetes mellitus type1 on ventral and dorsal zones of hippocampus. Methods: ...  Read More

Original Research
Microbial and Antibiotic Susceptibility Profiles among Pleural Effusion Exudative Samples

Alireza Abdollahi; Saeed Shoar; Hiva Saffar; Hana saffar; Azita Yazdi

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January 2014, Pages 38-44

Abstract
    Background and Objectives:Infection of pleural fluid is a common disease and because of antibiotic administration, the microbiology of this fluid has changed. The aim of this study was to determine the common bacteria and suitable antibiotics for treatment in pleural effusion (PE). Materials ...  Read More

Original Research
Frequency of Errors in Clinical Laboratory Practice

Fauzia Sadiq; Farzana Yasmeen; Asim Mumtaz; Warda Hussain; Tauqeer Ali Butt; Sajid Azeem Qureshi; Muhammad Ibrahim

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January 2014, Pages 45-49

Abstract
    Background and Objective: Laboratory errors are one of the major factors that affect the diagnosis, prognosis, treatment and monitoring in patients.The objective of study is to evaluate the frequency and type of errors in different phases of testing at the Pathology Department of the Shalamar ...  Read More

Original Research
Hematological Reference Values for Healthy Males in the Central Part of Iran

Amitis Ramezani; Mandana Shams; Nader Zarinfar; Mohammad Banifazl; Arezoo Aghakhani; Ali Eslamifar; Fatemeh- Alsadat Mahdaviani; Ghorban Deiri; Masoomeh Sofian

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January 2014, Pages 50-55

Abstract
    Background and Objectives: Laboratory reference values are an important tool for clinical management of patients. Reference values being used in most laboratories in Iran have been provided from the established reference values from developed countries. However, several variables can affect on ...  Read More

Case Reports
Chordoma of the Lower Back in an Adolescent: A Rare Cytologic Presentation

Kafil Akhtar; Shamshad Ahmad; Rana Sherwani

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January 2014, Pages 56-59

Abstract
  Chordomas are low-grade malignant tumors of bone that occur almost exclusively in the axial  skeleton. Chordomas are rare in children and adolescents and comprise <5% of all cases and the  site of development is at the skull base. These tumors are believed to behave more aggressively  ...  Read More

Case Reports
Myeloid Sarcoma Presenting with Lateral Cervical Mass and Eosinophilia; a Diagnostic and Therapeutic Dilemma: Case Report

Moeinadin Safavi; Vahid Moazed; Hamid Tabrizchi; Maryam Mohit; Jahanbanoo Shahryari

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January 2014, Pages 60-65

Abstract
  Myeloid sarcoma is a rare extramedullary tumor of immature myeloid cells. It has been very rarely reported as lateral cervical mass in English literature. Myeloid sarcoma has also been reported with marked eosinophilia. Here we present a 17 year old boy with lateral cervical mass and persistent eosinophilia. ...  Read More

Case Reports
A Case of Epithelial Myoepithelial Carcinoma – Correlation of IHC & Histopathological Findings

Atul Shrivastav; Umang V. Patel; Sanjay Gandhi; Harsh A. Shah

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January 2014, Pages 66-70

Abstract
  Epithelial myoepithelial carcinoma is a rare biphasic low grade neoplasm of salivary glands; it most commonly occurs in the parotid gland but can also arise in minor salivary glands. Here a case of 58-year-old female presented with left cheek swelling of one-year duration. CT scan revealed a localized ...  Read More

Case Reports
Florid Adnexal Polypoid Endometriosis Associated with Very High Serum Ca - 125 Levels Mimicking Ovarian Malignancy

Srinivas Ghante Nagaraj; Anitha Chalageri; Anjana Gupta; Manjula Vijayanand

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January 2014, Pages 71-76

Abstract
  We report a case of florid polypoid endometriosis presenting with advanced bulky disease in pelvis with serum CA – 125 levels of 7844U/ml. The extent of tumor, CT scan findings, elevated serum CA – 125 levels were suggestive of ovarian malignancy. Histopathology demonstrated endometrial glands ...  Read More