Hoda Shirafkan

Complications of repeated transradial artery access for coronary angiography: a prospective cohort study

Radial artery access is preferred for coronary angiography due to reduced bleeding risk and faster recovery; however, the safety of repeated access through the same artery remains uncertain. This study aimed to describe the incidence of complications including occlusion, spasm, a...

Effect of Melatonin and Melatonin Receptor agonist Supplementation on Vascular Stiffness: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Abstract Background Arterial stiffness is a critical precursor to clinical cardiovascular disease. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the impact of melatonin and its receptor agonists on markers of arterial stiffness and hemodynamic parameters in adults. M...

Cervical cytological abnormalities and human papillomavirus status in HPV-vaccinated and unvaccinated women: a cross-sectional study

To investigate the association between HPV vaccination status and cervical cytological findings, HPV prevalence, and genotype distribution among Iranian women, providing real-world evidence from a population with limited epidemiological data. A cross-sectional study was conducted...