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Prevalence of truncal acne in high school students: a community based study
S.z.ghodsi, Z.n. Hatmi, A. Nikfarjam, F. Safar, P.noormohammadpoor, M. Asheghan,
Volume 64, Issue 3 (1 2006)
Abstract

Background: Acne is one of the most common skin diseases especially in adolescence. Different studies have reported unequal rates of facial acne prevalence in different countries and populations. Only a few cases of acne in the trunk area (back and chest) have been reported in literature. Although our clinical experience shows lower prevalence of truncal acne in comparison with facial acne, a community based study is needed to support this experience.

Methods: A total number of 1001 high school students, selected randomly from 5 out of 20 education-ministry subdivisions of Tehran, were included. In each area two high schools (one for boys and one for girls) with almost 100 students per high school were selected. Demographic data, family history and clinical findings were recorded in the questionnaires. Consensus Conference on Acne Classification was used for acne grading.

Results: One thousand one high school students, 503 girls and 498 boys ,were included. Prevalence of acne was 91.1% for face (95%CI: 83-99%), 93.4% in boys and 88.6% in girls. It was 53.4% for back (95%CI: 46-62.2%), 58.5% in boys and 36.9% in girls. Whereas for chest the prevalence was 36% (95%CI: 27-45%), 34.9% in boys and 36.9% in girls. Mean age of the students with truncal acne was 16.1 years where as 15.9 in others. This difference was significant (P<0.05). Positive family history was higher in students with truncal acne (P<0.001).

Conclusion: Truncal acne is less prevalent than facial acne. Acne on the back is significantly higher in boys than girls (P=0.002). Severe forms of acne in back may be more prevalent in boys. Positive family history can increase the risk of truncal acne.


An anatomical study of normal variations of circle of Willis in 132 fetus, newborn and adult
Majid Dadmehr , A Fattahzade , Shahab Kamali Ardakani , Farzad Bateni , Farideh Nejat , Seyed Mohammad Ghodsi , Behzad Eftekhar , Sara Ganji , Fatemeh Dadmehr , Bashir Nazparvar , Saeid Ansari ,
Volume 67, Issue 6 (9-2009)
Abstract
Background: Several studies have investigated the variations in the anatomy of each segment of circle of Willis whereas a few have addressed the variations of this arterial circle as a whole. In this study the entire circle of Willis and its variations were studied in a cohort of Iranian people and compared with previous reports.
Methods: Anatomical variations of the circle of Willis in 132 brains of Iranian cadavers (102 male adults and 30 fetuses and infants) were studied. The dissection process was digitally filmed for further studies. Using computer software the external diameters of the vessels were measured and the circle variations were classified. The variations of the circle as a whole and segmental variations were compared with previous studies.
Results: Uni-and bilateral hypoplasia of posterior communicating arteries (PcoAs) constituted the most common variation in our study which was similar to previous works. Aplasia of the anterior cerebral artery (A1) and the posterior cerebral artery (P1) were not observed. In 3.3% of fetuses and infants and 3% of adult instances both right and left posterior communicating arteries were absent. There was one case of anterior communicating artery (AcoA) aplasia in adult group.
Conclusions: The anatomical variations discovered in Iranian circle of Willis in this study were not significantly different to those of more diverse populations reported in the literature. The main differences between the fetal and adult disposition are the diameter of the PcoA and the circular part of the P1.

Prevalence of hepatitis B among blood donors referring to blood transfusion organization: brief report
Mina Ghodsi Garamaleki , Changiz Ahmadizadeh ,
Volume 76, Issue 10 (January 2019)
Abstract
Background: Hepatitis B is the most common blood-borne viral infection that is considered as a major public health problem of the world's major health problems. The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection among blood donors referring to blood transfusion centers.
Methods: This retrospective cross-sectional study was performed on 216004 volunteer blood donors referring to blood transfusion centers of Iran from the beginning of April 2011 to April 2015. Then the positive hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) test was performed using the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and neutralization methods.
Results: Of the 216004 blood donors, 279 (12.12%) were positive for HBsAg, and the incidence of infection was a decreasing trend over a four-year period. Among HbsAg positive cases, 97.14% and 2.86% were male and female, respectively. Significant differences between males and females were found (P=0.000). The number of HBsAg positive cases among married people (238 cases, 85.3%) in compared with single people (41 cases, 14.7%) was significantly higher (P=0.000). The average age of HBV infected cases was 39.6±10.3 years. Most HBsAg positive cases were 45-36 years old (30.8%) and lowest prevalence was seen in the age group above 56 years old (4.6%). Highest infected people with Hepatitis B Virus had low degree of education. Relationships between HBV infection with age and degree of education were statistically significant (P=0.000).
Conclusion: The results of this study showed that based on our findings, prevalence of hepatitis B surface antigen among blood donors have declined significantly during the four years of study.

Abdominal compartment syndrome following abdominoplasty: a case report
Navid Kalani , Arnoosh Ghodsian , Abdolali Sepidkar, Mehrdad Sayadinia, Reza Sahraei ,
Volume 83, Issue 4 (July 2025)
Abstract
Background: Although abdominoplasty is cosmetically effective in patients with obesity or a history of significant weight loss, it can lead to serious complications. This case report highlights the role of elevated intra-abdominal pressure and delayed diagnosis of Abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) in the development of multiorgan failure and patient mortality.
Case Presentation: A 49-year-old female patient with a history of appendectomy and hysterectomy in the past years was admitted to the hospital for cosmetic abdominoplasty. She had a history of hypothyroidism and was taking levothyroxine regularly. Occasional tobacco use was also mentioned in the patient's history. During the operation, in addition to abdominoplasty, liposuction and flank surgery were also performed. The patient was initially placed in the supine position and then in the prone position for the last two hours. During recovery, the patient complained of shortness of breath and developed tachycardia. Despite persistently elevated BUN and creatinine, and progressive acidosis, a surgical consultation was performed with suspicion of Abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS), but this diagnosis was rejected by the surgeon. Also, despite clinical suspicion of Abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) by the anesthesia team, in the early stages, the surgeon responsible for the patient did not have sufficient clinical suspicion of this complication and accordingly, intra-abdominal pressure measurement via bladder catheter was not performed. Since monitoring intra-abdominal pressure via bladder catheter requires a specific technique and coordination between anesthesia, surgery, and critical care teams, and since the possibility of ACS had been ruled out by the surgeon at that time, this procedure was not performed. Ultimately, the patient was transferred to the dialysis unit, but during hemodialysis, he suffered respiratory arrest and, after tracheal intubation, subsequently suffered cardiac arrest. Unfortunately, despite cardiopulmonary resuscitation efforts, the patient died.
Conclusion: Although rare, abdominal compartment syndrome should be considered a critical differential diagnosis in high-risk patients following prolonged surgeries such as abdominoplasty with extensive plication. Monitoring intra-abdominal pressure and early intervention upon symptom onset may prevent fatal outcomes.

General anesthesia in a patient with dermatomyositis: a case report
Fatemeh Eftekharian, Arnoosh Ghodsian, Reza Sahraei,
Volume 83, Issue 6 (September 2025)
Abstract
Background: Dermatomyositis is a rare inflammatory muscle disease with systemic manifestations, in which muscle weakness, dysphagia, and pulmonary and cardiac involvement are common problems. The aim of this report is to examine the challenges and management of general anesthesia in a patient with dermatomyositis with the rare complication of buried bumper syndrome after PEG placement and gallbladder surgery.
Case Presentation: A 53-year-old male patient was referred to the operating room of Seyed al-Shohada Hospital in Jahrom for gallbladder stone surgery due to abdominal pain in April-May 2024. The patient had presented to the hospital approximately one month prior with complaints of myalgia and progressive lower limb weakness. He subsequently developed severe dysphagia. Based on clinical and paraclinical evaluations, a diagnosis of dermatomyositis was ultimately made and confirmed. Due to the swallowing difficulty, a Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube was placed for him. His treatment regimen included high-dose corticosteroid pulse therapy and Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG). One month later, the patient was readmitted with acute abdominal pain. Imaging studies revealed multiple gallstones, leading to a referral to a general surgeon for operative management. Additionally, a complication related to the PEG tube, known as Buried Bumper Syndrome, was considered as a potential cause of the abdominal pain. Given the patient's history of dermatomyositis and swallowing disorder, a comprehensive re-evaluation was performed in the operating room. Cricoid pressure (Sellick maneuver) was applied to prevent aspiration. The surgery was successfully completed, and the patient remained hemodynamically stable throughout the procedure.
Conclusion: General anesthesia in patients with dermatomyositis requires careful preoperative evaluation, continuous muscle and hemodynamic monitoring, selection of appropriate doses of muscle relaxants, and use of stress doses of steroids. In addition, attention to specific complications such as buried bumper syndrome after PEG and proper airway management and prevention of aspiration are of particular importance. The present report emphasizes that multifaceted and planned management can lead to successful outcomes in these patients.

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