Isfahan University of Medical Sciences

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Faculty Members have conducted research related to the Enhancing Public Health Strategies to Prevent Mother-To-Child Transmission of Hiv: Insights From a Cohort Study in Iran
Behzad Barekatain
Behzad Barekatain

Associate Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine

Al-Zahra Hospital

Isfahan University of Medical Sciences

All Documents
1. Sustained Lung Inflation in Preterm Infants With Signs of Respiratory Distress: A Randomized Controlled Trial, Advanced Biomedical Research (2026)
2. The Best Type of Probiotic for the Prevention and Treatment of Neonatal Physiological Jaundice: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis, Journal of Research in Medical Sciences (2026)
3. Comparing Heated Humidified High Flow Nasal Cannula to Nasal Continuous Positive Airway Pressure As Post-Extubation Respiratory Support in Preterm Infants: A Comprehensive Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis, Journal of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine (2025)
4. Determining the Predictive Value of Crib-Ii and Snappe-Ii in the Mortality and Morbidity Rates of Premature Infants With a Gestational Age of Less Than 32 Weeks Hospitalized in the Neonatal Intensive Care Units of Al-Zahra S. and Shahid Beheshti Hospitals in Isfahan From 2021-2023; [تعیین ارزش پیشگویی کننده Crib-Ii و Snappe-Ii در میزان مورتالیتی و موربیدیتی نوزادان نارس با سن جنینی کمتر از 32 هفته بستری در بخش مراقبت ویژه نوزادان بیمارستانهای الزهرا)س(و شهید بهشتی 1400-1402 اصفهان در سال], Journal of Isfahan Medical School (2025)
5. Diagnostic Value of Mean Platelet Volume, Neutrophil-To-Lymphocyte Ratio, and Platelet to Lymphocyte Ratio for Late-Onset Neonatal Sepsis, International Journal of Preventive Medicine (2025)
6. Evaluation of the Accuracy of Transcutaneous Bilirubinometry on the Forehead, Sternum, Interscapular Region, Ear Cartilage, and Wrist and Comparison With Total Serum Bilirubin in Newborns With Ga Above 30 W in Shahid Beheshti Hospital, Isfahan, Iran, Advanced Biomedical Research (2025)
7. Ncpap Failure in Rds Management Using Ram Cannula Versus Short Binasal Prongs in Preterm Infants: A Randomized Clinical Trial, Innovative Journal of Pediatrics (2025)
8. Assessment of Vascular Indices by Abdominal Aortic Ultrasonography in Preterm Neonates With Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Pediatric Cardiology (2024)
9. Comparison of Daily Dose of 400 and 600 Units of Vitamin D in the Prevention of Osteopenia of Prematurity in Infants With a Gestational Age of Less Than and Equal to 32 Weeks, International Journal of Preventive Medicine (2024)
10. Effects of Human Milk on Neurodevelopment, (2024)
11. Oropharyngeal Colostrum Administration in Premature Infants: Impact on Immune Status and Incidence of Common Morbidities, International Journal of Preventive Medicine (2024)
12. Breast Feeding, Obesity, and Asthma Association: Clinical and Molecular Views, Clinical and Molecular Allergy (2023)
13. Changes in Preterm Birth and Stillbirth During Covid-19 Lockdowns in 26 Countries, Nature Human Behaviour (2023)
14. Effects of Positioning on Complications of Preterm Infants With Respiratory Distress Syndrome Treated With Nasal Continuous Positive Airway Pressure: A Randomized Clinical Trial, Iranian Journal of Neonatology (2023)
15. Evaluation of Intratracheal Salbutamol Effects in Addition to Surfactant in the Clinical Course of Premature Neonates With Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Journal of Research in Medical Sciences (2023)
16. Comparison of Surfactant Administration Efficacy in the Treatment of Respiratory Distress Syndrome in Preterm Neonates: Aerosolization Versus Insure, Iranian Journal of Pediatrics (2022)
17. Effects of Vitamin E on Neonatal Hyperbilirubinemia in Preterm Newborns, Advanced Biomedical Research (2022)
18. Effects of Vitamin E on Neonatal Hyperbilirubinemia in Preterm Newborns, Advanced Biomedical Research (2022)
19. Serum Kim-1 and Cystatin Levels As the Predictors of Acute Kidney Injury in Asphyxiated Neonates, Iranian Journal of Neonatology (2022)
20. Which Site Is Better for Skin Sensor Temperature Probe in Newborns Under Open Care System for Prevention of Hypo – Hyperthermia, International Journal of Preventive Medicine (2022)
21. Comparison of Serum Triglyceride and Cholesterol Levels in Premature Neonates With or Without Respiratory Distress Syndrome (Rds), International Journal of Pediatrics (United Kingdom) (2021)
22. Efficiency of Dimethicone and Symbiotic Approaches in Infantile Colic Management, Iranian Journal of Neonatology (2021)
23. Investigation of Salivary C-Reactive Protein and Interleukin-18 for the Diagnosis of Neonatal Sepsis, Journal of Research in Medical Sciences (2021)
24. Investigation of Urinary Beta-2 Microglobulin Level in Neonates With Asphyxia Admitted in Alzahra Hospitals in Isfahan, 1396-1397, Iranian Journal of Neonatology (2021)
25. Premedication With Intravenous Midazolam for Neonatal Endotracheal Intubation: A Double Blind Randomized Controlled Trial, Journal of Research in Medical Sciences (2021)
26. Association of Cord Blood Total Protein and Albumin Levels With Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Iranian Journal of Neonatology (2020)
27. Comparison of Oral Acetaminophen With Oral Ibuprofen on Closure of Symptomatic Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Preterm Neonates, Journal of Research in Medical Sciences (2019)
28. Effect of Telenursing on Attachment and Stress in Mothers of Preterm Infants, Iranian Journal of Neonatology (2019)
29. The Prevalence of Complications of Prematurity Among 1000 Newborns in Isfahan, Iran, Advanced Biomedical Research (2019)
30. The Prevalence of Complications of Prematurity Among 1000 Newborns in Isfahan, Iran, Advanced Biomedical Research (2019)
31. Validation of the Early Feeding Skills Assessment Scale for the Evaluation of Oral Feeding in Premature Infants, Iranian Journal of Neonatology (2019)
32. Effect of Vitamin E in Prevention of Intraventricular Hemorrhage in Preterm Neonates, International Journal of Preventive Medicine (2018)
33. Evaluating the Effect of High Dose Versus Low Dose Heparin in Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter in Very Low Birth Weight Infants, Iranian Journal of Pediatrics (2018)
34. The Prevalence of Complications of Prematurity Among 1000 Newborns With Weight of Less Than 1500 Grams in University Hospitals in Isfahan City, Iran, Journal of Isfahan Medical School (2018)
35. Comparison of Zinc Level in Umbilical Cord Blood Between the Preterm Neonates With Respiratory Distress Syndrome and Healthy Neonates, Journal of Isfahan Medical School (2017)
36. Evaluation of the Effects of Vitamin E on Prematurity Complications in Premature Neonates, Journal of Isfahan Medical School (2017)
37. The Effect of Chicory Extract Bath on Bilirubin Levels of Infants: A Randomized Clinical Trial Study, International Journal of Pediatrics (2017)
38. The Impact of an Educational Program Regarding Total Parenteral Nutrition on Infection Indicators in Neonates Admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research (2017)
39. Frequency of Thyroid Function Disorders Among a Population of Very-Low-Birth-Weight Premature Infants, Iranian Journal of Neonatology (2016)
40. Prebiotics for the Management of Hyperbilirubinemia in Preterm Neonates, Journal of Maternal-Fetal and Neonatal Medicine (2016)