Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences

Factors affecting the prediction of health care costs in cardiovascular patients using artificial intelligence tools: a systematic review of regression and machine learning approaches

Abstract Introduction Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are a public health issue in many countries and the primary cause of disease burden worldwide, leading to the increasing cost of health care. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) tools offer promising solution...

EducaPlay gamified digital assessment versus traditional assessment in undergraduate nursing education: a quasi experimental study

Gamified digital assessment combines interactive clinical cases, structured progression, and immediate feedback within the assessment process. This study compared immediate case-based performance and assessment experience outcomes between the EducaPlay gamified digital assessment...

Antibacterial and antibiofilm properties of 1,3,4-oxadiazoles against multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolated from burn infections – an in vitro study

Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a major causative agent of burn wound infections, frequently characterised by multidrug resistance (MDR) and robust biofilm formation, which limit the efficacy of conventional antibiotics. 1,3,4-Oxadiazole derivatives have emerged as potential antimicrob...

Analysis of the Interactive Relationships Between Barriers Affecting Patients’ Informed Consent

Introduction Getting informed consent right isn’t just a box to check. It’s a vital part of building trust and ensuring the best possible care. When done well, it can make patients feel more confident and involved in their treatment, which often leads to better outcomes and highe...

Oral Immunization with YncE-Encapsulated Chitosan Nanoparticles Confers Protective Immunity against Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC) in a BALB/c Murine Model.

Background: Every year, a large number of people worldwide suffer from gastrointestinal diseases such as diarrhea. Among this population, children under five are particularly vulnerable and are at increased risk of death or malnutrition. Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC) is...