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Clinical Characteristics And Disease Course Before And After Sars-Cov-2 Infection In A Large Cohort Of Systemic Sclerosis Patients, Aslıhan Avanoğlu Güler, Büşra Özçi̇men, Mesude Seda Aydoğdu, Alper Sari, Aliyeva Numune, Nazife Tüzün Ersan, Seda Çolak, Hazan Karadeni̇z, İbrahim Vasi̇, Hamit Küçük, Yasemin Yalçinkaya, Abdulsamet Erden, Mehmet Kayaalp, Mehmet Akif Öztürk, Berna Göker, Ahmet Omma, Sedat Yilmaz, Süleyman Serdar Koca, Murat İnanç, Ali Akdoğan, Abdurrahman Tufan
Clinical Characteristics And Disease Course Before And After Sars-Cov-2 Infection In A Large Cohort Of Systemic Sclerosis Patients, Aslıhan Avanoğlu Güler, Büşra Özçi̇men, Mesude Seda Aydoğdu, Alper Sari, Aliyeva Numune, Nazife Tüzün Ersan, Seda Çolak, Hazan Karadeni̇z, İbrahim Vasi̇, Hamit Küçük, Yasemin Yalçinkaya, Abdulsamet Erden, Mehmet Kayaalp, Mehmet Akif Öztürk, Berna Göker, Ahmet Omma, Sedat Yilmaz, Süleyman Serdar Koca, Murat İnanç, Ali Akdoğan, Abdurrahman Tufan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
The objective of this study is to evaluate the clinical presentations and adverse outcomes of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in patients with systemic sclerosis (SSc) and assess the impact of SSc features on the clinical course of COVID-19.Materials and methods: In this multicenter, retrospective study, SSc patients with COVID-19 were included. Clinical features of SSc, along with detailed COVID-19 data, were extracted from medical records and patient interviews.Results: The study included 112 patients (mean age 51.4 ± 12.8 years; 90.2% female). SSc-associated interstitial lung disease (ILD) was evident in 57.1% of the patients. The findings revealed hospitalization in 25.5%, respiratory …
Positive Effects Of Health Behaviors Acquired During The Covid-19 Pandemic Process On The Prevention Of Other Infectious Diseases, Asi̇ye Çi̇ğdem Şi̇mşek, Turan Buzgan, Fatma Nur Baran Aksakal, Şuayip Bi̇ri̇nci̇, Hülya Şi̇ri̇n
Positive Effects Of Health Behaviors Acquired During The Covid-19 Pandemic Process On The Prevention Of Other Infectious Diseases, Asi̇ye Çi̇ğdem Şi̇mşek, Turan Buzgan, Fatma Nur Baran Aksakal, Şuayip Bi̇ri̇nci̇, Hülya Şi̇ri̇n
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: It was aimed to evaluate the positive effects of health behaviors (general hygiene, wearing face masks, physical distancing, and travel restrictions) acquired during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on the prevention of other infectious diseases in Ankara Province, Türkiye. Materials and methods: This study was designed retrospectively. Among the notifiable group A infectious diseases, acute intestinal infections (AIIs) with International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision diagnosis codes A09 (diarrhea and gastroenteritis presumed to be of infectious origin), R11 (nausea and vomiting), and K52 (other noninfectious gastroenteritis and colitis) , as well as influenza, tuberculosis, measles, varicella, malaria, and …
Covid-19 In Cancer Patients: Patient Characteristics And Outcomes In The Post-Covid-19 Vaccination Period, Gülşen İskender, Duygu Mert, Göknur Yapar Toros, Funda Yilmaz, Ersi̇n Bozan, Semra Tunçbi̇lek, Ömür Berna Çakmak Öksüzoğlu, Fevzi̇ Altuntaş, Mustafa Ertek
Covid-19 In Cancer Patients: Patient Characteristics And Outcomes In The Post-Covid-19 Vaccination Period, Gülşen İskender, Duygu Mert, Göknur Yapar Toros, Funda Yilmaz, Ersi̇n Bozan, Semra Tunçbi̇lek, Ömür Berna Çakmak Öksüzoğlu, Fevzi̇ Altuntaş, Mustafa Ertek
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim:It wasaimed herein to investigate coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in cancer patients and compare hematological and solid organ cancer patients in terms of the course and outcome of this disease. Materials and methods:Data from cancer patients with laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 infection were analyzed retrospectively. Risk factors for poor prognosis and the effect of vaccination on the clinical outcomes of the patients were evaluated. Results:A total of 403 cancer patients who were diagnosed with COVID-19 between March 1st, 2021, and November 30th, 2022, were included, of whom 329 (81.6%) had solid and 74 (18.4%) had hematological cancers. Hospitalization and intensive care unit (ICU) …
Alterations In B And Nk Cells Highly Correlate With Disease Severity In Children With Covid-19, Ezgi̇ Topyildiz, Nesli̇han Karaca, Razi̇ye Burcu Taşkin, Ayşe Aygün, Zümrüt Şahbudak Bal, Eylem Ulaş Saz, Nuri̇ Zafer Kurugöl, Neci̇l Kütükçüler, Güzi̇de Aksu
Alterations In B And Nk Cells Highly Correlate With Disease Severity In Children With Covid-19, Ezgi̇ Topyildiz, Nesli̇han Karaca, Razi̇ye Burcu Taşkin, Ayşe Aygün, Zümrüt Şahbudak Bal, Eylem Ulaş Saz, Nuri̇ Zafer Kurugöl, Neci̇l Kütükçüler, Güzi̇de Aksu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Children with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) present milder symptoms than adults and are at lower risk of hospitalization and life-threatening complications. However, the kinetics of lymphocyte subsets and serum immunoglobulins in the peripheral blood during COVID-19 infection remains unclear. In this study, it was aimed to determine the changes in hematological and immunological parameters, especially in the lymphocyte subsets, in the peripheral blood of children with different COVID-19 disease severity. Materials and methods: The study was planned as a prospective cohort and included 68 children aged 0?18 years who were admitted to Ege University Faculty of Medicine Department of …
Postauricular Linear Basal Cell Carcinomas Related To Medical Mask Cords: A Possible Association, Bengü Ni̇sa Akay, Di̇lan Kizilirmak, Aylin Heper
Postauricular Linear Basal Cell Carcinomas Related To Medical Mask Cords: A Possible Association, Bengü Ni̇sa Akay, Di̇lan Kizilirmak, Aylin Heper
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Linear basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is a distinct clinical morphological variant of BCC. Although it has been speculated that trauma and the Koebner phenomenon may be linked to linear BCC, the pathophysiology has not yet been shown. Herein, 5 cases of BCC were presented that developed in the postauricular region as a result of trauma caused by the cords of the medical face masks worn during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Clinical And Laboratory Features In Health Care Volunteers With Inactivated Sars-Cov-2 Vaccination, Zhijie Li, Yafang Wan, Lanlan Xu, Wenjia Zhang, Yu Zhang, Pu Liao
Clinical And Laboratory Features In Health Care Volunteers With Inactivated Sars-Cov-2 Vaccination, Zhijie Li, Yafang Wan, Lanlan Xu, Wenjia Zhang, Yu Zhang, Pu Liao
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: To better optimize the inactivated vaccine-induced immune response and improve vaccine protection efficiency, a preliminary study was conducted on the influencing factors of producing neutralizing antibody (NAb) titers against the inactivated coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine. Materials and methods: A total of 91 health care volunteers were enrolled from the Immunology Division of the Laboratory Department of Chongqing General Hospital from February to March 2021. The study had a cross-sectional design. All of the volunteers were scheduled to receive a complete dose regimen of the inactivated severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) vaccine and the vaccination interval between …
Which Sequence Should Be Used In The Thorax Magnetic Resonance Imaging Of Covid-19: A Comparative Study, Ayşe Şule Ateş, Burak Yağdiran, Onur Taydaş, Ömer Faruk Ateş
Which Sequence Should Be Used In The Thorax Magnetic Resonance Imaging Of Covid-19: A Comparative Study, Ayşe Şule Ateş, Burak Yağdiran, Onur Taydaş, Ömer Faruk Ateş
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background and aim: To evaluate and compare magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) sequences that could potentially be used in the diagnosis of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Materials and methods: Included in the study were 42 patient who underwent thorax computed tomography (CT) for COVID-19 pneumonia and thorax MRI for any reason within 24 h after CT. The T2-weighted fast spin echo periodically rotated overlapping parallel lines with enhanced reconstruction (PROPELLER) (T2W-FSE-P), fast imaging employing steady-state acquisition, T2 fat-saturated FSE, axial T1 liver acquisition with volume acceleration (LAVA) and single-shot FSE images were compared in terms of their ability to show COVID-19 …
Evaluation Of Local And Systemic Side Effects Of Turkovac Vaccine In Adults, Bülent Nuri̇ Kalayci, Doğu Karahan
Evaluation Of Local And Systemic Side Effects Of Turkovac Vaccine In Adults, Bülent Nuri̇ Kalayci, Doğu Karahan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: COVID-19 is a respiratory disease that caused a pandemic after reportedly emerging from Wuhan, China, in December 2019. Different types of COVID-19 vaccines such as viral vectors, mRNA, and inactivated vaccines have been produced since the beginning of the pandemic. Turkovac is an inactive COVID-19 vaccine developed and produced in Türkiye. We conducted our study to investigate the local and systemic side effects of the Turkovac vaccine. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional survey-based study was conducted to collect data on the postvaccine side effects in people aged over 18 who were vaccinated with Turkovac, between March and June 2022, …
Covid-19 Modeling Based On Real Geographic And Population Data, Emi̇r Baysazan, Ahmet Ni̇hat Berker, Hasan Mandal, Hakan Kaygusuz
Covid-19 Modeling Based On Real Geographic And Population Data, Emi̇r Baysazan, Ahmet Ni̇hat Berker, Hasan Mandal, Hakan Kaygusuz
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Intercity travel is one of the most important parameters for combating a pandemic. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in different computational studies involving intercity connections. In this study, the effects of intercity connections during an epidemic such as COVID-19 are evaluated using a new network model. Materials and methods: This model considers the actual geographic neighborhood and population density data. This new model is applied to actual Turkish data by means of provincial connections and populations. A Monte Carlo algorithm with a hybrid lattice model is applied to a lattice with 8802 data points. Results: Around Monte Carlo …
The Efficacy Of Anakinra Compared To Standard Care Of Treatment For Covid-19: A Metaanalysis, Hamna Malik, Hira Bint Abdul Jabbar, Farah Latif, Azza Sarfraz, Zouina Sarfraz, Muzna Sarfraz
The Efficacy Of Anakinra Compared To Standard Care Of Treatment For Covid-19: A Metaanalysis, Hamna Malik, Hira Bint Abdul Jabbar, Farah Latif, Azza Sarfraz, Zouina Sarfraz, Muzna Sarfraz
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: As SARS-CoV-2 continues to spread worldwide, this study brings to light the link that anakinra, a recombinant IL-1 receptor antagonist, has in averting grave clinical outcomes. The objectives of this meta-analysis are to investigate the effects of anakinra in interventional groups compared to control/standard of care groups on mortality along with the provision of a prevalence estimate of the variables associated with death (C-reactive protein-CRP, ferritin, acute respiratory distress syndrome-ARDS). Materials and methods: According to the PRISMA 2020 statement guidelines, a systematic search was conducted from December 19, 2020, until December 10, 2021, with keywords including COVID-19, coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, …
Effect Of Tocilizumab On Intensive Care Patients With Covid-19 Pneumonia, A Retrospective Cohort Study, Mehtap Pehli̇vanlar Küçük, Ahmet Oğuzhan Küçük, Ayşegül Pehli̇vanlar, Emi̇ne Sevi̇l Ayaydin Mürtezaoğlu, Kadi̇r Çoban, Gamze Kiliç, Olcay Ayçi̇çek, Funda Öztuna, Yilmaz Bülbül, Tevfi̇k Özlü
Effect Of Tocilizumab On Intensive Care Patients With Covid-19 Pneumonia, A Retrospective Cohort Study, Mehtap Pehli̇vanlar Küçük, Ahmet Oğuzhan Küçük, Ayşegül Pehli̇vanlar, Emi̇ne Sevi̇l Ayaydin Mürtezaoğlu, Kadi̇r Çoban, Gamze Kiliç, Olcay Ayçi̇çek, Funda Öztuna, Yilmaz Bülbül, Tevfi̇k Özlü
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Backround/aim: In this study, the efficacy of an IL-6 antagonist, Tocilizumab, administered in the early period was studied in intensive care patients with COVID-19 pneumonia followed by hypoxic and systemic inflammation not receiving mechanical ventilation support. Materials and methods: Patients with COVID-19 pneumonia who have signs of hypoxia and systemic inflammation and/or who have acute bilateral infiltrates on chest radiograph and who received tocilizumab treatment were compared with the patients who received standard medical therapy. Patients who were followed up with COVID-19 pneumonia and respiratory failure between March 2020 and March 2021 were retrospectively evaluated in the study. A 400 …
Return Visit Characteristics Of Sars-Cov-2 Pcr-Positive Cases In A Pediatric Emergency Department, Ni̇han Şik, Durgül Özdemi̇r, Murat Duman
Return Visit Characteristics Of Sars-Cov-2 Pcr-Positive Cases In A Pediatric Emergency Department, Ni̇han Şik, Durgül Özdemi̇r, Murat Duman
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate return visits to the pediatric emergency department (ED) for children who were detected to be positive for SARS-CoV-2 by polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Materials and methods: Between April 2, 2020, and January 20, 2021, children aged 0 to 18 years who were detected to be SARS-CoV-2 PCR-positive and discharged from the ED were evaluated. Among them, patients who returned to the ED within 14 days of quarantine were included in the study. For the first presentation and return visit, demographics, clinical findings, laboratory and radiologic investigations, and ward/pediatric intensive care unit …
A New Device For Bronchoscopy For Better Protection, Aslihan Gürün Kaya, Mi̇raç Öz, İnci̇fer Karnak Orhun, Serhat Erol, Aydin Çi̇ledağ, Demet Karnak, Akin Kaya
A New Device For Bronchoscopy For Better Protection, Aslihan Gürün Kaya, Mi̇raç Öz, İnci̇fer Karnak Orhun, Serhat Erol, Aydin Çi̇ledağ, Demet Karnak, Akin Kaya
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: During the COVID-19 pandemic, the risk of transmission of SARS-CoV-2 has not been precisely known in bronchoscopy procedures. We have designed a cabinet device called Ankara University Bronchoscopy Cabinet (Aubrocab® ) to protect healthcare. We aimed to evaluate preventing effect of Aubrocab® on aerosol spreading by measuring the particles in the bronchoscopy suite. Materials and methods: The patients were categorized into two groups as those who underwent bronchoscopy with and without Aubrocab® . We measured PM 0.5 levels before and after bronchoscopy in the bronchoscopy suite. Results: A total of 82 patients, 62 of whom underwent bronchoscopy with Aubrocab® …
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Findings In Covid-19-Related Anosmia, Hüseyi̇n Çeti̇n, Ayşe Şule Ateş, Ogün Taydaş, Bahri̇ Elmas, Ertuğrul Güçlü
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Findings In Covid-19-Related Anosmia, Hüseyi̇n Çeti̇n, Ayşe Şule Ateş, Ogün Taydaş, Bahri̇ Elmas, Ertuğrul Güçlü
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) mostly manifests with fever, shortness of breath, and cough, has also been found to cause some neurological symptoms, such as anosmia and ageusia. The aim of the study was to present the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings of patients with anosmia-hyposmia symptoms and to discuss potential mechanisms in light of these findings. Materials and methods: Of the 2412 patients diagnosed with COVID-19-related pneumonia (RT-PCR at least once + clinically confirmed) between March and December 2020, 15 patients underwent olfactory MRI to investigate the cause of ongoing anosmia/ hyposmia symptoms were included in the study. …
The Effect Of Covid-19 Pandemic In A Large Series Of Patients With Takayasu Arteritis, Ali̇ Karakaş, Tuba Yüce İnel, Fatoş Önen, İsmai̇l Sari
The Effect Of Covid-19 Pandemic In A Large Series Of Patients With Takayasu Arteritis, Ali̇ Karakaş, Tuba Yüce İnel, Fatoş Önen, İsmai̇l Sari
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Patients with inflammatory rheumatic diseases faced several challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. Uncertainties such as the lack of evidence regarding the use of immunosuppressive (IS) therapies and deferred patient care because of limited health resources affected negatively on many aspects of treatment decisions and routine follow-up of the patients. In this study, we aimed to investigate the prevalence and severity of SARS-CoV-2 infection, the impact of the pandemic on delays in routine clinical follow-up, changes in IS treatment, and COVID-19 vaccination status of patients with Takayasu arteritis (TAK). Materials and methods: The study was performed between July and September …
Evaluation Of Coagulation With Teg In Patients Diagnosed Covid-19, Hülya Vatansev, Mehmet Ali̇ Karaselek, Resul Yilmaz, Serkan Küççüktürk, Ahmet Topal, Şebnem Yosunkaya, Adem Küçük, Celaletti̇n Vatansev
Evaluation Of Coagulation With Teg In Patients Diagnosed Covid-19, Hülya Vatansev, Mehmet Ali̇ Karaselek, Resul Yilmaz, Serkan Küççüktürk, Ahmet Topal, Şebnem Yosunkaya, Adem Küçük, Celaletti̇n Vatansev
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background and aim: A high D-dimer level may indicate the risk of coagulopathy and mortality in COVID-19 patients. Thromboelastography (TEG) is a test that evaluates clot formation and fibrinolysis in real-time, unlike routine coagulation tests. The study aimed to investigate the coagulation process with TEG in patients diagnosed with COVID-19. Materials and Methods: The study was performed at our university hospital, chest diseases outpatient clinic as a cross-section study. A total of 51 patients with 23 high D-dimer levels group (HDG) and 28 low D-dimers group (LDG) were included in the study. TEG analysis was performed at the pretreatment evaluation …
Comparison Of Anakinra And Tocilizumab In Management Of Severe Covid-19: A Retrospective Cohort Study, Orhan Küçükşahi̇n, Abdulsamet Erden, Özlem Karakaş, Serdar Can Güven, Berkan Armağan, Enes Seyda Şahi̇ner, Osman İnan, Ali̇ Can Kurti̇pek, Emi̇n Gemci̇oğlu, Selma Karaahmetoğlu, Sema Turan, Seval İzdeş, Deni̇z Erdem, Adalet Aypak, Müge Ayhan
Comparison Of Anakinra And Tocilizumab In Management Of Severe Covid-19: A Retrospective Cohort Study, Orhan Küçükşahi̇n, Abdulsamet Erden, Özlem Karakaş, Serdar Can Güven, Berkan Armağan, Enes Seyda Şahi̇ner, Osman İnan, Ali̇ Can Kurti̇pek, Emi̇n Gemci̇oğlu, Selma Karaahmetoğlu, Sema Turan, Seval İzdeş, Deni̇z Erdem, Adalet Aypak, Müge Ayhan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Studies regarding effectiveness of anakinra and tocilizumab treatments in coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) have contradictory results. Furthermore, there is scarce comparative data regarding superiority of any agent. To further elucidate any superiority between these two agents, we retrospectively investigated and compared outcomes in hospitalized COVID-19 patients of our inpatient cohort who received anakinra or tocilizumab. Materials and methods: This study was designed as a single-center, retrospective, cross-sectional cohort study. Hospitalized patients with confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19 who had Brescia-COVID respiratory severity scale score ?3 and hyperinflammation (defined as elevation of C reactive protein ?50 g/L or ferritin ?700 ng/mL) …
A Comparison Of Antibody Response In Kidney Transplant Recipients And Healthcare Workers Who Had Pcr-Confirmed Covid-19 Infection, Mevlüt Tamer Di̇ncer, Necmi̇ Eren, Ahmet Murt, Nuri̇ye Yildiz, Şeyda Gül Özcan, Meti̇n Ergül, Si̇bel Gökçay Bek, Zeynep Atli, Si̇nan Trabulus, Erkan Dervi̇şoğlu, Hamdi̇ Levent Doğanay, Nurhan Seyahi̇
A Comparison Of Antibody Response In Kidney Transplant Recipients And Healthcare Workers Who Had Pcr-Confirmed Covid-19 Infection, Mevlüt Tamer Di̇ncer, Necmi̇ Eren, Ahmet Murt, Nuri̇ye Yildiz, Şeyda Gül Özcan, Meti̇n Ergül, Si̇bel Gökçay Bek, Zeynep Atli, Si̇nan Trabulus, Erkan Dervi̇şoğlu, Hamdi̇ Levent Doğanay, Nurhan Seyahi̇
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Data on antibody response following COVID-19 in kidney transplant recipients is scarce. This crosssectional study aims to investigate the antibody response to COVID-19 among kidney transplant recipients. Materials and methods: We recruited 46 kidney transplant recipients with RT-PCR-confirmed COVID-19 and 45 recipients without COVID-19 history. We also constructed two control groups (COVID-19 positive and negative) from a historical cohort of healthcare workers. We used age and sex-based propensity score matching to select the eligible subjects to the control groups. We measured the SARS-CoV-2 IgG levels quantitatively using the Abbott ARCHITECT system. An antibody level above 1.4 S/C was defined …
A Covid-19 First Evaluation Clinic At A University Hospital In Turkey, Gülçi̇n Telli̇ Di̇zman, Gökhan Metan, Çağlayan Merve Ayaz Ceylan, Hayri̇ye Altunay, Mertcan Uzun, Gamze Gürsoy, Zahi̇t Taş, Gi̇zem Karahan, Fari̇da Ahmadova, Tuğba Saricaoğlu, Zeynep Cansu Çalişkan, Alpaslan Alp, Meli̇ha Çağla Sönmezer, Ahmet Çağkan İnkaya, Ahmet Görkem Er
A Covid-19 First Evaluation Clinic At A University Hospital In Turkey, Gülçi̇n Telli̇ Di̇zman, Gökhan Metan, Çağlayan Merve Ayaz Ceylan, Hayri̇ye Altunay, Mertcan Uzun, Gamze Gürsoy, Zahi̇t Taş, Gi̇zem Karahan, Fari̇da Ahmadova, Tuğba Saricaoğlu, Zeynep Cansu Çalişkan, Alpaslan Alp, Meli̇ha Çağla Sönmezer, Ahmet Çağkan İnkaya, Ahmet Görkem Er
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: We aimed to analyze the usefulness of such a reserved area for the admission of the patients' symptoms suggesting COVID-19 and compare the demographic and clinical characteristics of the patients with COVID-19 and without COVID-19 who were admitted to C1 during the first month of the COVID-19 outbreak in our hospital. Materials and methods: A new area was set up in Hacettepe University Adult Hospital to limit the contact of COVID-19 suspicious patients with other patients, which was named as COVID-19 First Evaluation Outpatient Clinic (C1). C1 had eight isolation rooms and two sampling rooms for SARS-CoV-2 polymerase-chain-reaction (PCR). …
Evaluation Of Clinical And Laboratory Findings In Severe Group Covid-19 Pregnants Without Comorbidity, Fatma Bozkurt, Ömer Çoşkun, Sevda Yeleç, Muhammed Bekçi̇başi, Muhammet Asena, İhsan Bağli
Evaluation Of Clinical And Laboratory Findings In Severe Group Covid-19 Pregnants Without Comorbidity, Fatma Bozkurt, Ömer Çoşkun, Sevda Yeleç, Muhammed Bekçi̇başi, Muhammet Asena, İhsan Bağli
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: COVID - 19 disease may be seen with different clinical presentations in pregnant women. Comorbid diseases are important factors affecting the progression of this disease. In this study, we aimed to evaluate the clinical and laboratory findings in pregnant women with COVID - 19 who had no comorbid disease. Material and methods: This retrospective designed study included 217 patients with Covid PCR positive in typically COVID - 19 clinic. The patients were classified into asymptomatic, nonsevere, and severe disease groups. The symptoms, laboratory results, hospital follow- ups and intensive care records of the patients and the findings of new …
An Evaluation Of The Results Of Convalescent Plasma Therapy Applied To Pregnant Womendiagnosed As Covid-19- Positive In A Pandemic Center: A Prospective Cohort Study, Seyi̇t Ahmet Erol, Atakan Tanaçan, Hakan Apaydin, Şule Göncü Ayhan, Deni̇z Oluklu, Derya Uyan Hendem, Serpi̇l Ünlü, Abdulsamet Erden, Özlem Moraloğlu Teki̇n, Ahmet Omma, İhsan Ateş, Orhan Küçükşahi̇n, Di̇lek Şahi̇n
An Evaluation Of The Results Of Convalescent Plasma Therapy Applied To Pregnant Womendiagnosed As Covid-19- Positive In A Pandemic Center: A Prospective Cohort Study, Seyi̇t Ahmet Erol, Atakan Tanaçan, Hakan Apaydin, Şule Göncü Ayhan, Deni̇z Oluklu, Derya Uyan Hendem, Serpi̇l Ünlü, Abdulsamet Erden, Özlem Moraloğlu Teki̇n, Ahmet Omma, İhsan Ateş, Orhan Küçükşahi̇n, Di̇lek Şahi̇n
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Convalescent plasma (CP) might be an additional treatment modality in COVID-19. The aim of this study was to compare CP-related clinical characteristics and perinatal outcomes in pregnant women with mild or moderate-severe COVID-19. Materials and methods: This prospective cohort study included 36 pregnant women (12 mild and 24 moderate-severe), who underwent CP therapy. The CP obtained from recently recovered donors was transfused to patients together with maximum supportive care and antiviral agents. The groups were then compared in respect of clinical characteristics, laboratory parameters, obstetric complications, and neonatal outcomes. Results: Significant differences were determined between the groups in respect …
Evaluation Of Metabolic Changes In Fdg Pet/Ct Imaging After Mrna-Based Covid-19 Vaccination, Serkan İşgören, Gi̇zem Köroğlu, Gözde Dağliöz Görür, Hakan Demi̇r
Evaluation Of Metabolic Changes In Fdg Pet/Ct Imaging After Mrna-Based Covid-19 Vaccination, Serkan İşgören, Gi̇zem Köroğlu, Gözde Dağliöz Görür, Hakan Demi̇r
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: It isimportant to evaluate the vaccine-related metabolic changes on FDG PET/CT to avoid confusing results. We here aimed to assess the frequency and intensity of regional and systemic metabolic PET/CT changes of patients who received the mRNAbased COVID-19 vaccine (BNT162b2-Pfizer/BioNTech) and to analyze possible factors affecting these changes. Materials and methods: Among the patients who underwent FDG PET/CT for any indication in our department between July 2021 and December 2021, 129 volunteer patients with a history of COVID-19 vaccination were included in this prospective observational study. Bilateral axillary lymph nodes, ipsilateral deltoid muscle, bone marrow, spleen, thyroid, and liver …
Covid-19 In Pediatric Nephrology Centers In Turkey, Emre Leventoğlu, Yeşi̇m Özdemi̇r Ati̇kel, Hülya Nalçacioğlu, İsmai̇l Dursun, Hasan Dursun, Zeynep Nagehan Yürük Yildirim, Nurdan Yildiz, Gülşah Kaya Aksoy, Mehmet Taşdemi̇r, Mehtap Çelakil, Belti̇nge Demi̇rci̇oğlu Kiliç, Şenay Zirhli Selçuk, Nur Canpolat, Evri̇m Kargin Çakici, Sare Gülfem Özlü
Covid-19 In Pediatric Nephrology Centers In Turkey, Emre Leventoğlu, Yeşi̇m Özdemi̇r Ati̇kel, Hülya Nalçacioğlu, İsmai̇l Dursun, Hasan Dursun, Zeynep Nagehan Yürük Yildirim, Nurdan Yildiz, Gülşah Kaya Aksoy, Mehmet Taşdemi̇r, Mehtap Çelakil, Belti̇nge Demi̇rci̇oğlu Kiliç, Şenay Zirhli Selçuk, Nur Canpolat, Evri̇m Kargin Çakici, Sare Gülfem Özlü
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: There is limited data on COVID-19 disease in children with kidney disease. We aimed to investigate the characteristics and prognosis of COVID-19 in pediatric nephrology patients in Turkey. Materials and methods: This was a national, multicenter, retrospective cohort study based on an online survey evaluating the data between 11th March 2020 and 11th March 2021 as an initial step of a detailed pediatric nephrology COVID-19 registry. Results: Two hundred and three patients (89 girls and 114 boys) were diagnosed with COVID-19. One-third of these patients (36.9%) were between 10-15 years old. Half of the patients were on kidney replacement …
Remdesivir Treatment For Patients With Moderate To Severe Covid-19, İmran Hasanoğlu, Hati̇ce Rahmet Güner, İlhami̇ Çeli̇k, Fi̇kret Kanat, Ayşe Batirel, Gülçi̇n Telli̇ Di̇zman, Esma Eryilmaz Eren, Di̇lek Yildiz Sevgi̇, İlkay Bozkurt, Kadri̇ye Kart Yaşar, Sevtap Şenoğlu, Esra Kazak, Ridvan Karaali̇, Aysel Kocagül Çeli̇kbaş, Hüsnü Pullukçu
Remdesivir Treatment For Patients With Moderate To Severe Covid-19, İmran Hasanoğlu, Hati̇ce Rahmet Güner, İlhami̇ Çeli̇k, Fi̇kret Kanat, Ayşe Batirel, Gülçi̇n Telli̇ Di̇zman, Esma Eryilmaz Eren, Di̇lek Yildiz Sevgi̇, İlkay Bozkurt, Kadri̇ye Kart Yaşar, Sevtap Şenoğlu, Esra Kazak, Ridvan Karaali̇, Aysel Kocagül Çeli̇kbaş, Hüsnü Pullukçu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Remdesivir, which was first developed for the treatment of Ebola disease but failed to meet expectations, has become hope in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. This study aimed to evaluate risk factors for mortality and prognosis of adult moderate/severe COVID-19 patients treated with remdesivir, and safety and tolerability of 5 days of remdesivir treatment. Materials and methods: This multicenter prospective observational study was conducted in 14 centers in Turkey. Pregnancy or breastfeeding, multiorgan failure, or usage of vasopressors for septic shock, ALT > 5 × the upper limit of the normal range, or eGRF
Turkey's Transition To Face-To-Face Schooling During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Mahmut Özer, Hayri̇ Eren Suna, Matjaz Perc, Sadri̇ Şensoy, Sevi̇l Uygun İli̇khan
Turkey's Transition To Face-To-Face Schooling During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Mahmut Özer, Hayri̇ Eren Suna, Matjaz Perc, Sadri̇ Şensoy, Sevi̇l Uygun İli̇khan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: The COVID-19 pandemic majorly disrupted conventional schooling and many countries maintained educational services through distance education. The duration of school closures in Turkey was longer than most OECD countries, thus Turkey prioritized school reopenings in the 2021-2022 academic year to mitigate possible negative outcomes of closures. Here we study the compatibility of implications for school reopenings in Turkey with these practices and assess the first semester of face-to-face schooling. Materials and methods: We have used document analysis to present and compare the practices in Turkey with international practices. We also used a comparative approach to assess the coherence between …
The Role Of Cd8+ Regulatory T Cells And B Cell Subsets In Patients With Covid-19, Hülya Uçaryilmaz, Di̇lek Ergün, Hüsametti̇n Vatansev, Hande Köksal, Onur Ural, Uğur Arslan, Hasi̇be Artaç
The Role Of Cd8+ Regulatory T Cells And B Cell Subsets In Patients With Covid-19, Hülya Uçaryilmaz, Di̇lek Ergün, Hüsametti̇n Vatansev, Hande Köksal, Onur Ural, Uğur Arslan, Hasi̇be Artaç
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has a wide clinical spectrum from asymptomatic to mild, moderate, and severe cases. There are still many unknowns about the role of immunoregulatory mechanisms in COVID-19. We aimed to study regulatory T cells (Tregs) and B cell subsets and evaluate their correlations with severity of COVID-19. Materials and methods: In total, 50 patients with COVID-19 confirmed by PCR (mean age = 49.9 ± 12.8 years) and 40 healthy control (mean age = 47.9 ± 14.7 years) were included in this study. The patients were classified as 14 mild (median age = 35.5 [24-73] years), 22 …
The Effect Of Frailty On The Development Of Acute Kidney Injury In Critically-Ill Geriatric Patients With Covid-19, Murat Küçük, Bi̇şar Ergün, Mehmet Nuri̇ Yakar, Özer Ural Çakici, Erdem Yaka, Bi̇lgi̇n Cömert, Ali̇ Necati̇ Gökmen, Begüm Ergan
The Effect Of Frailty On The Development Of Acute Kidney Injury In Critically-Ill Geriatric Patients With Covid-19, Murat Küçük, Bi̇şar Ergün, Mehmet Nuri̇ Yakar, Özer Ural Çakici, Erdem Yaka, Bi̇lgi̇n Cömert, Ali̇ Necati̇ Gökmen, Begüm Ergan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Acute kidney injury is strongly associated with mortality in critically ill patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19); however, age-related risk factors for acute kidney injury are not clear yet. In this study, it was aimed to evaluate the effects of clinical factors on acute kidney injury development in an elderly COVID-19 patients. Materials and methods: Critically ill patients (?65years) with COVID-19 admitted to the intensive care unit were included in the study. Primary outcome of the study was the rate of acute kidney injury, and secondary outcome was to define the effect of frailty and other risk factors on …
Consensus Recommendations For Botulinum Toxin Injections In The Spasticitymanagement Of Children With Cerebral Palsy During Covid-19 Outbreak, Ebru Yilmaz Yalçinkaya, Nai̇me Evri̇m Karadağ Saygi, Özden Özyemi̇şci̇ Taşkiran, Nalan Çapan, Şehi̇m Kutlay, Bi̇rkan Sonel Tur, Özlem El, Ece Ünlü Akyüz, Süda Teki̇n, Demet Ofluoğlu, Murat Zi̇nnuroğlu, Pinar Akpinar, Tuğçe Özekli̇ Misirlioğlu, Berri̇n Hüner, Ahmet Hakan Nur
Consensus Recommendations For Botulinum Toxin Injections In The Spasticitymanagement Of Children With Cerebral Palsy During Covid-19 Outbreak, Ebru Yilmaz Yalçinkaya, Nai̇me Evri̇m Karadağ Saygi, Özden Özyemi̇şci̇ Taşkiran, Nalan Çapan, Şehi̇m Kutlay, Bi̇rkan Sonel Tur, Özlem El, Ece Ünlü Akyüz, Süda Teki̇n, Demet Ofluoğlu, Murat Zi̇nnuroğlu, Pinar Akpinar, Tuğçe Özekli̇ Misirlioğlu, Berri̇n Hüner, Ahmet Hakan Nur
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Spasticity is the most common motor disturbance in cerebral palsy (CP). Lockdown in the COVID-19 outbreak has profoundly changed daily routines, and similarly caused the suspension of spasticity treatment plans. Besides, the delay in botulinum toxin (BoNT) injection, which is important in the management of focal spasticity, led to some problems in children. This consensus report includes BoNT injection recommendations in the management of spasticity during the COVID-19 pandemic in children with CP. In order to develop the consensus report, physical medicine and rehabilitation (PMR) specialists experienced in the field of pediatric rehabilitation and BoNT injections were invited by Pediatric …
Clinical Course Of Covid-19 Disease In Immunosuppressed Renal Transplant Patients, Hamad Dhei̇r, Savaş Si̇pahi̇, Selçuk Yaylaci, Esma Seda Çeti̇n, Ahmed Bi̇lal Genç, Necatti̇n Firat, Mehmet Köroğlu, Gürkan Muratdaği, Yakup Tomak, Kezban Özmen Süner, Ömer Faruk Ateş, Oğuz Karabay
Clinical Course Of Covid-19 Disease In Immunosuppressed Renal Transplant Patients, Hamad Dhei̇r, Savaş Si̇pahi̇, Selçuk Yaylaci, Esma Seda Çeti̇n, Ahmed Bi̇lal Genç, Necatti̇n Firat, Mehmet Köroğlu, Gürkan Muratdaği, Yakup Tomak, Kezban Özmen Süner, Ömer Faruk Ateş, Oğuz Karabay
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: We aimed to identify clinical settings of renal transplant patients with COVID-19. Materials and methods: In this retrospective study, we included kidney transplant inpatients with laboratory confirmed COVID-19 who had been discharged or had died by October 1st, 2020. Characteristics of the patients, including basal and last outpatient biochemical parameters were recorded. Discontinuation or dosage reduction of immunosuppressives and other treatment information was documented. Results: Twenty patients were included in this study, of whom 18 were discharged and 2 died in hospital. The mean duration of hospitalization and follow-up were 9.7 ± 6.4 days and 4.5 ± 2.0 months, …
The Predictive And Diagnostic Accuracy Of Long Pentraxin-3 In Covid-19 Pneumonia, Ahmed Bi̇lal Genç, Selçuk Yaylaci, Hamad Dhei̇r, Ahmed Ci̇had Genç, Kubi̇lay İşsever, Deni̇z Çeki̇ç, Havva Kocayi̇ği̇t, Erdem Çokluk, Alper Karacan, Mehmet Ramazan Şekeroğlu, Hande Toptan, Ertuğrul Güçlü
The Predictive And Diagnostic Accuracy Of Long Pentraxin-3 In Covid-19 Pneumonia, Ahmed Bi̇lal Genç, Selçuk Yaylaci, Hamad Dhei̇r, Ahmed Ci̇had Genç, Kubi̇lay İşsever, Deni̇z Çeki̇ç, Havva Kocayi̇ği̇t, Erdem Çokluk, Alper Karacan, Mehmet Ramazan Şekeroğlu, Hande Toptan, Ertuğrul Güçlü
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: The purpose of this study is to evaluate serum pentraxin-3 (PTX-3) levels in Sars-CoV-2 virus infection (COVID-19) patients and to investigate whether PTX-3 predicts the disease prognosis. Materials and methods: This study was conducted on 88 confirmed COVID-19 patients who were hospitalized due to symptomatic pneumonia between April 15 and August 15, 2020. The patients were divided into two groups as survived patients and non-survived patients. Both groups were compared according to demographic features, comorbid conditions and measurement of the PTX-3 and other laboratory parameters of the patients. Results: Of 88 patients with COVID-19, 59 (67%) were discharged with …