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Breed Quality Scores For Post-Cervical Artificial Insemination And The Effects On Farrowing Rate And Total Born At A Commercial Swine Facility In The Southern United States, Kathryn R. Prus
Murray State Theses and Dissertations
The objective of this experiment was to determine the possible relationship between a sow’s ease of breeding on the first service and the farrowing rate and total born. This study was conducted in a commercial farrowing unit in the Southern United States utilizing pen gestation with stock of 6,000 head. Five hundred ninety-seven sows were bred between the months of April and May 2017 were selected for this study. All animals were inseminated using a post-cervical artificial insemination catheter unless insertion of the inner catheter was impossible. The semen dose fell within the following parameters: concentration of 1.5 x 10 …
Telemedicine For The American Indian/Alaska Native Population, Janine M. Good
Telemedicine For The American Indian/Alaska Native Population, Janine M. Good
Senior Honors Theses
When compared to other Americans’ health, a worse health status is seen among the American Indian and Alaska Native population. American Indians and Alaska Natives are faced with numerous disparities in healthcare, such as decreased access to healthcare. Additionally, healthcare data about this group are missing. Although health beliefs and traditions can differ among tribes, there are also similarities. Telemedicine is the use of technology (i.e., phone, videoconferencing) to deliver healthcare. This healthcare service may be beneficial for this population’s healthcare needs because of telemedicine’s possible advantages. Although telemedicine also has disadvantages, a knowledge of and respect for American Indian …
Effect Of Familial Mediterranean Fever On Sexual And Reproductive Health In Women, Görkem Karakaş Uğurlu, Mustafa Uğurlu, Şükran Erten, Serdar Süleyman Can, Semra Ulusoy Kaymak, Ali̇ Çayköylü
Effect Of Familial Mediterranean Fever On Sexual And Reproductive Health In Women, Görkem Karakaş Uğurlu, Mustafa Uğurlu, Şükran Erten, Serdar Süleyman Can, Semra Ulusoy Kaymak, Ali̇ Çayköylü
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between familial Mediterranean fever and female sexual dysfunction and premenstrual syndrome. Materials and methods: This study included 36 patients with familial Mediterranean fever and 33 healthy volunteers. Familial Mediterranean fever was diagnosed according to the Tel Hashomer criteria and familial Mediterranean fever mutations were identified in all of the patients. The patients and healthy volunteers were compared in terms of anxiety, depression, sexual dysfunction, and premenstrual syndrome, and a model was created that describes the relationships among these variables. Results: We found statistically significant differences between the groups in …
Groin And Thigh Reconstructions With Pedicled Rectus Abdominis Myocutaneous Flaps, Hakan Uzun, Ozan Bi̇ti̇k, Yahya Baltu, Mehmet Dadaci, Aycan Uğur Kayikçioğlu
Groin And Thigh Reconstructions With Pedicled Rectus Abdominis Myocutaneous Flaps, Hakan Uzun, Ozan Bi̇ti̇k, Yahya Baltu, Mehmet Dadaci, Aycan Uğur Kayikçioğlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Resection of tumors from the groin and thigh regions with safe margins often results in significant soft tissue defects, which preclude primary closure. This study presents a series of rectus abdominis myocutaneous flaps for irradiated thigh and groin wounds with the purpose of evaluating the efficacy and outcomes of these flaps in this population. Materials and methods: From 2008 to 2015, all patients who underwent resection of thigh or groin region tumors and reconstruction with an inferiorly based rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap were retrospectively identified. Medical records of the patients were reviewed. Results: A total of 27 patients, aged …
Comparison Of Nutritional Risk Screening Tools For Predictingsarcopenia In Hospitalized Patients, Mehmet Yürüyen, Hakan Yavuzer, Serap Yavuzer, Mahi̇r Cengi̇z, Fi̇li̇z Demi̇rdağ, Zehra Kara, Suna Avci, Nurgül Özgür Yurttaş, Mehmet Sami̇ İslamoğlu, Eren İmre, Afrodi̇ta Zeynep Taşkin, Alper Döventaş, Ülev Deni̇z Erdi̇nçler
Comparison Of Nutritional Risk Screening Tools For Predictingsarcopenia In Hospitalized Patients, Mehmet Yürüyen, Hakan Yavuzer, Serap Yavuzer, Mahi̇r Cengi̇z, Fi̇li̇z Demi̇rdağ, Zehra Kara, Suna Avci, Nurgül Özgür Yurttaş, Mehmet Sami̇ İslamoğlu, Eren İmre, Afrodi̇ta Zeynep Taşkin, Alper Döventaş, Ülev Deni̇z Erdi̇nçler
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: The aim of this study was to assess the risk of malnutrition in hospitalized patients with three different tests and to compare these tests in terms of long hospitalization periods and sarcopenia. Materials and methods: Hospitalized patients in an internal medicine clinic were enrolled in this cross-sectional study. Patients were grouped as under 65 years (Group 1 = G1) and over 65 years old (Group 2 = G2). The nutritional status of the patients was evaluated with the Nutritional Risk Screening (NRS) 2002, Universal Malnutrition Screening Tool (MUST), Mini Nutritional Assessment Short Form (MNA-SF), and total Mini Nutritional Assessment …
Pooled Analysis Of 899 Nosocomial Meningitis Episodes From Turkey, Oğuz Reşat Si̇pahi̇, Arzu Nazli Zeka, Meltem Taşbakan, Hüsnü Pullukçu, Bi̇lgi̇n Arda, Tansu Yamazhan, Hi̇lal Si̇pahi̇, Sercan Ulusoy
Pooled Analysis Of 899 Nosocomial Meningitis Episodes From Turkey, Oğuz Reşat Si̇pahi̇, Arzu Nazli Zeka, Meltem Taşbakan, Hüsnü Pullukçu, Bi̇lgi̇n Arda, Tansu Yamazhan, Hi̇lal Si̇pahi̇, Sercan Ulusoy
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Healthcare-associated meningitis (HCAM) is a relatively rare entity with significant morbidity and mortality. The aim of this study was to systematically review the Turkish medical literature for acute nosocomial meningitis. Materials and methods: One national (ULAKBİM) and two international (www.scopus.com and www.pubmed.com) databases were searched. In addition, abstracts of four national congresses held between 2004 and 2013 were searched for reports for HCAM meningitis. Results: Data for 899 HCAM meningitis episodes were obtained from 24 reports. In terms of clinical findings, 177 of 216 (81.9%) had fever (>38 °C), 55 of 64 (85.9%) had high CRP levels, 105 …
Sex-Related Differences In Copd Assessment Test Scores Of Copd Populationswith Or Without Significant Anxiety And/Or Depression, Yelda Varol, Ceyda Anar, Pinar Çi̇men, Mehmet Ünlü, Hüseyi̇n Hali̇lçolar, Sali̇h Zeki̇ Güçlü
Sex-Related Differences In Copd Assessment Test Scores Of Copd Populationswith Or Without Significant Anxiety And/Or Depression, Yelda Varol, Ceyda Anar, Pinar Çi̇men, Mehmet Ünlü, Hüseyi̇n Hali̇lçolar, Sali̇h Zeki̇ Güçlü
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Sex-related differences have not been thoroughly explored in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). We aimed to evaluate possible sex-related differences in COPD Assessment Test (CAT) scores of COPD patients with or without significant anxiety and/or depression. Materials and methods: Stable COPD patients were prospectively enrolled in the study between July 2013 and April 2014. Levels of anxiety, depression, dyspnea, and health-related quality of life parameters were assessed using specific questionnaires, including the CAT and others. Demographic and clinical data were recorded and physiological tests were performed. All the data were compared to determine any sex-related differences. Results: A total …
A Functional Tool Demonstrating The Physical Function Decline Independentof Age In Patients With Predialysis Chronic Kidney Disease, Özlem Taşoğlu, Nergi̇z Bayrakci, Di̇dem Sezgi̇n Özcan, Ni̇hal Özkayar, İrfan Taşoğlu, Neşe Özgi̇rgi̇n
A Functional Tool Demonstrating The Physical Function Decline Independentof Age In Patients With Predialysis Chronic Kidney Disease, Özlem Taşoğlu, Nergi̇z Bayrakci, Di̇dem Sezgi̇n Özcan, Ni̇hal Özkayar, İrfan Taşoğlu, Neşe Özgi̇rgi̇n
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Physical function decline in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients has been a popular area of investigation in the last decade. It has been shown that lower levels of physical function in CKD results in poor outcomes. Nevertheless, nephrology practice does not include routine assessment of physical function. The aim of the present study is to elucidate which physical function assessment tool is better in CKD. Materials and methods: A total of 148 predialysis CKD patients and 40 healthy controls were included in this cross-sectional single-blind study. CKD patients were further divided into two groups as stage 3 and stage …
Attitudes And Behaviors Of Physicians In Dealing With Difficult Patientsand Relatives: A Cross-Sectional Study In Two Training And Research Hospitals, Kamuran Bahar Sandikci, Yusuf Üstü, Mert Muhi̇tti̇n Sandikci, Burcu Kayhan Teti̇k, Derya Işik, Mehmet Uğurlu
Attitudes And Behaviors Of Physicians In Dealing With Difficult Patientsand Relatives: A Cross-Sectional Study In Two Training And Research Hospitals, Kamuran Bahar Sandikci, Yusuf Üstü, Mert Muhi̇tti̇n Sandikci, Burcu Kayhan Teti̇k, Derya Işik, Mehmet Uğurlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: The aim of this study was to examine the reasons constituting the definition of 'difficult patient' and to evaluate attitudes and behaviors of physicians in coping with these patients and their relatives. Materials and methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in May and June 2013 with 400 randomly selected physicians from different specialties working in two training and research hospitals in Ankara. A questionnaire was created by reviewing the relevant literature, by family medicine clinic, and delivered to the physicians following a pilot study. Results: In our study 92.8% of the physicians participating had experienced a negative contact with …
Epidemiology Of Under-Five Mortality In İstanbul: Changes From 1988 To 2011, Fahri̇ye Aysun Buzcu, Ayli̇n Yeti̇m Şahi̇n, Esra Karapinar, Özge Erol, Emi̇ne Gülbi̇n Gökçay
Epidemiology Of Under-Five Mortality In İstanbul: Changes From 1988 To 2011, Fahri̇ye Aysun Buzcu, Ayli̇n Yeti̇m Şahi̇n, Esra Karapinar, Özge Erol, Emi̇ne Gülbi̇n Gökçay
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Understanding the causes of under-five deaths is key to realizing sustainable developmental goals. The aim of this descriptive study was to investigate the causes of under-five mortality in İstanbul during 2011 and compare the findings to those of 1988 and 2000. Materials and methods: All burial records of İstanbul were evaluated, and cemetery records of 1494 children, who died at under five years of age and were buried in İstanbul Metropolitan Municipality Cemeteries between 1 January and 31 December 2011, were analyzed. Several sociodemographic characteristics and causes of death were compared with the results of studies carried out in …
Analysis Of Epidemiology And Risk Factors For Mortality In Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia Attacks In Intensive Care Unit Patients, Ayşe But, Meltem Arzu Yetki̇n, Di̇lek Kanyilmaz, Hali̇de Aslaner, Ali̇ye Baştuğ, Adalet Aypak, Pinar Öngürü, Esragül Akinci, Nevzat Mehmet Mutlu, Hurrem Bodur
Analysis Of Epidemiology And Risk Factors For Mortality In Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia Attacks In Intensive Care Unit Patients, Ayşe But, Meltem Arzu Yetki̇n, Di̇lek Kanyilmaz, Hali̇de Aslaner, Ali̇ye Baştuğ, Adalet Aypak, Pinar Öngürü, Esragül Akinci, Nevzat Mehmet Mutlu, Hurrem Bodur
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the epidemiologic characteristics, the causative microorganisms and their antimicrobial susceptibility patterns, and the prognostic risk factors for mortality in critically ill patients with ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP). Materials and methods: In this retrospective observational study, all the critically ill patients with VAP hospitalized in a medical/surgical intensive care unit (ICU) between January 2010 and June 2015 were evaluated. Patients' demographic features and microbiological data were reviewed. Results: A total of 417 patients were clinically diagnosed with VAP; 51.1% of them were male and the average age was found as 69.9 ± 15.9 …
Social Support And Quality Of Life In A Group Of Cancer Patients (Ankara, Turkey), Mustafa Soner Yilmaz, Bi̇rgül Pi̇yal, Recep Akdur
Social Support And Quality Of Life In A Group Of Cancer Patients (Ankara, Turkey), Mustafa Soner Yilmaz, Bi̇rgül Pi̇yal, Recep Akdur
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Cancer has become an important public health challenge all around the world. Though the demographic and clinical features of cancer patients are well documented in Turkey, the establishment of social support networks has been somewhat neglected. The aim of the study was to assess cancer patients' perceived social support and quality of life characteristics. Materials and methods: The Multidimensional Perceived Social Support Scale, European Organization of Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire, and Turkish version of the EUROHIS measurements were obtained from the study group. Associations between the scores and sociodemographic variables of the patients were …
Isolation Rates And Antibiotic Susceptibilities Of Different Enterobacteriaceae Species As Urinary Tract Infection Agents In Turkey: A Systematic Review, Caner Yürüyen, Yeşi̇m Gürol, Sabi̇re Ferda Kaleağasioğlu, Eli̇f Çi̇ğdem Kaspar, Gülden Yilmaz
Isolation Rates And Antibiotic Susceptibilities Of Different Enterobacteriaceae Species As Urinary Tract Infection Agents In Turkey: A Systematic Review, Caner Yürüyen, Yeşi̇m Gürol, Sabi̇re Ferda Kaleağasioğlu, Eli̇f Çi̇ğdem Kaspar, Gülden Yilmaz
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: In Turkey, few systematic reviews have analyzed the results of studies on the isolation rates of urinary tract infection agents and their antibiotic susceptibilities. This review was done to fill this gap and enable the correct application of guideline-based medical therapy by determining the isolation rates and antibiotic susceptibilities of different Enterobacteriaceae species in Turkey. Materials and methods: Relevant studies found from various databases with the help of previously specified search strategies were examined and eliminated according to eligibility criteria. The remaining 22 studies were included in this systematic review. Results: Escherichia coli was the most frequently isolated species …
What Is The Rectal Colonization Rate Of Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae (Cre)-Infected Patients? What Is The Decolonization Rate Of Cre-Colonized Patients In The Hospital?, Fatma Feri̇ha Çi̇lli̇, Bi̇lgi̇n Arda, Ayşe Uyan, Münevver Kayin, Demet Di̇ki̇ş, Ni̇lay Korkmaz, Ni̇lgün Deni̇z Küçükler, Nurhayat Kepeli̇, Behi̇ye Ulusoy, Şükran Akşi̇t Barik, Mehmet Ali̇ Özi̇nel, Sercan Ulusoy, Oğuz Reşat Si̇pahi̇
What Is The Rectal Colonization Rate Of Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae (Cre)-Infected Patients? What Is The Decolonization Rate Of Cre-Colonized Patients In The Hospital?, Fatma Feri̇ha Çi̇lli̇, Bi̇lgi̇n Arda, Ayşe Uyan, Münevver Kayin, Demet Di̇ki̇ş, Ni̇lay Korkmaz, Ni̇lgün Deni̇z Küçükler, Nurhayat Kepeli̇, Behi̇ye Ulusoy, Şükran Akşi̇t Barik, Mehmet Ali̇ Özi̇nel, Sercan Ulusoy, Oğuz Reşat Si̇pahi̇
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
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The Knowledge And High Seroprevalence Of Hepatitis A In A High-Risk Group(Agricultural Reproductive-Aged Women) In The Southeastern Region Of Turkey, Nebi̇ye Yentür Doni̇, Zeynep Şi̇mşek, Gülcan Gürses, Fadi̇le Yildiz Zeyrek, Muhsi̇n Akbaba
The Knowledge And High Seroprevalence Of Hepatitis A In A High-Risk Group(Agricultural Reproductive-Aged Women) In The Southeastern Region Of Turkey, Nebi̇ye Yentür Doni̇, Zeynep Şi̇mşek, Gülcan Gürses, Fadi̇le Yildiz Zeyrek, Muhsi̇n Akbaba
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: The aim of this study was to determine the seroprevalence of antihepatitis A virus (HAV), risk factors, and the knowledge of female farm workers living in the Southeastern Anatolia Region (SAR) of Turkey. Materials and methods: This representative cross-sectional survey was conducted between January and April of 2013 in the SAR. A total of 705 reproductive-aged women were randomly selected by clustering method using Epi Info software. The sera were analyzed for anti-HAV antibodies using ELISA. Sociodemographic information and the knowledge of female farm workers regarding hepatitis A were collected using a questionnaire. Results: Of the female farm workers, …
Relation Between Foot Pain And Plantar Pressure In Pregnancy, Tuncay Varol, Asli Göker, Eni̇s Cezayi̇rli̇, Serkan Özgür, Ayşe Tuç Yücel
Relation Between Foot Pain And Plantar Pressure In Pregnancy, Tuncay Varol, Asli Göker, Eni̇s Cezayi̇rli̇, Serkan Özgür, Ayşe Tuç Yücel
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Hormonal and structural changes that occur during pregnancy cause alterations in body biomechanics. These alterations reach their peak in the last trimester. Adaptive changes that appear in the foot result in pain in the foot and ankle. Pedobarography is a noninvasive measurement method that can be used to understand the origin of such pain. Materials and methods: One hundred and thirty-one pregnant women who did not have a foot or ankle problem prior to pregnancy volunteered to take part in the study. Pain was quantified by a visual analog scale (VAS). A cut-off value of 2.95 was taken to …
Endovascular Embolization In The Management Of Traumatic Andpostoperative Abdominopelvic Bleeding: A Single-Center Experience, Di̇lek Sağlam, Hasan Di̇nç, Abdulkadi̇r Gündüz, Ayşegül Cansu, Mehmet Hali̇l Öztürk
Endovascular Embolization In The Management Of Traumatic Andpostoperative Abdominopelvic Bleeding: A Single-Center Experience, Di̇lek Sağlam, Hasan Di̇nç, Abdulkadi̇r Gündüz, Ayşegül Cansu, Mehmet Hali̇l Öztürk
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Endovascular embolization is widely used instead of surgery in the treatment of traumatic and postoperative abdominopelvic bleeding. The objective of this study is to evaluate the efficiency of computed tomography in the determination of active bleeding and the efficiency of endovascular embolization in traumatic and postoperative abdominopelvic bleeding. Materials and methods: Thirty-one patients admitted to our hospital with traumatic and postoperative abdominopelvic bleeding between January 2006 and September 2012 and treated with endovascular embolization were retrospectively enrolled in the study. In 15 hemodynamically stable patients, abdominal computed tomography was performed to detect the presence and/or localization of the hemorrhage. …
Sleep Quality, Sleeping Postures, And Sleeping Equipmentin Patients With Ankylosing Spondylitis, Servet Yolbaş, Ahmet Yildirim, Deccane Düzenci̇, Bariş Gündoğdu, Meti̇n Özgen, Süleyman Serdar Koca
Sleep Quality, Sleeping Postures, And Sleeping Equipmentin Patients With Ankylosing Spondylitis, Servet Yolbaş, Ahmet Yildirim, Deccane Düzenci̇, Bariş Gündoğdu, Meti̇n Özgen, Süleyman Serdar Koca
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Inflammatory back pain, spinal stiffness, and limited spinal mobility are characteristic features of ankylosing spondylitis (AS). Sleeping postures can affect and/or reflect sleeping disturbances. The aim of the study was to evaluate sleeping postures and sleep disturbances in patients with AS. Materials and methods: Seventy-seven patients with AS and 49 healthy controls were enrolled. The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI) were applied to both groups. The most common sleeping postures were noted. Results: There was no significant difference between the groups in terms of sleeping postures. Total PSQI and ISI scores were higher …
Cross-Cultural Adaptation And Psychometric Assessment Of The Turkishversion Of The Vulnerability To Abuse Screening Scale, Güler Duru Aşi̇ret, Gülcan Bağçi̇van, Münevver Özcan, Beste Başak Eröksüz, Nalan Akbayrak, Nuran Akdemi̇r
Cross-Cultural Adaptation And Psychometric Assessment Of The Turkishversion Of The Vulnerability To Abuse Screening Scale, Güler Duru Aşi̇ret, Gülcan Bağçi̇van, Münevver Özcan, Beste Başak Eröksüz, Nalan Akbayrak, Nuran Akdemi̇r
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the reliability and validity of the Turkish version of the Vulnerability to Abuse Screening Scale (VASS). Materials and methods: This was a methodological study. The sample included 140 elderly individuals. Data were collected by using a questionnaire form, the VASS, and the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS). The Cronbach alpha value was calculated and test?retest reliability was tested for the reliability analyses. Results: The Cronbach alpha value calculated for the VASS (12 items) was 0.819. There was no difference between test and retest mean scores of the VASS. A statistically significantly positive …
A Nationwide Evaluation Of Off-Label Drug Utilization In Turkey, Emi̇ne Nur Özdamar, Ahmet Akici, Ali̇ Alkan, Banu Bayar, Hakki Gürsöz
A Nationwide Evaluation Of Off-Label Drug Utilization In Turkey, Emi̇ne Nur Özdamar, Ahmet Akici, Ali̇ Alkan, Banu Bayar, Hakki Gürsöz
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Off-label drug use (OLDU) is under the control of the Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency (TMMDA) in Turkey. It was aimed to investigate demographic and medical features of patients with OLDU applications in Turkey. Materials and methods: A total of 4426 electronic OLDU application records of the TMMDA were evaluated retrospectively. Information regarding patients? demographic characteristics, diagnoses, requested drugs, institutions, and specialties of the physicians were evaluated. Results: OLDU applications were mostly made by rheumatologists (21.5%) and 95.2% of them were approved by the TMMDA. The mean age of the patients was 35 years and 54.4% of them …
Quality Of Life And Fall Risk In Frail Hospitalized Elderly Patients, Zeynel Abi̇di̇n Öztürk, Sedat Özdemi̇r, İbrahi̇m Hali̇l Türkbeyler, Zeynep Demi̇r
Quality Of Life And Fall Risk In Frail Hospitalized Elderly Patients, Zeynel Abi̇di̇n Öztürk, Sedat Özdemi̇r, İbrahi̇m Hali̇l Türkbeyler, Zeynep Demi̇r
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Frailty is a complex, multifactorial, and important geriatric syndrome characterized by decline in physiological reserves and functional deficiency in multiple systems. The aim of the current study is to investigate the prevalence of frailty and to determine the correlation between quality of life (QoL) and falling risk in geriatric hospitalized patients. Materials and methods: A total of 420 patients, aged 65 years and above, were enrolled in the study. All participants were hospitalized at a university hospital in the internal medicine clinics. The Cardiovascular Health Study (CHS) frailty scale, Health-Related Quality of Life Short Form (SF-36) scale, and Hendrich …
Effect Of Treatment Of Iron Deficiency Anemia Onhemoglobin A1c In Type 2 Diabetic Patients, Ensieh Nasli-Esfahani, Bagher Larijani, Peyvand Amini, Robabeh Ghodsi Ghasemabadi, Rezvan Razmandeh
Effect Of Treatment Of Iron Deficiency Anemia Onhemoglobin A1c In Type 2 Diabetic Patients, Ensieh Nasli-Esfahani, Bagher Larijani, Peyvand Amini, Robabeh Ghodsi Ghasemabadi, Rezvan Razmandeh
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) affects hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) levels. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of treatment of iron deficiency anemia on hemoglobin A1c in type 2 diabetic patients.Materials and methods: Ninety type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients with IDA were included in a randomized, placebo-controlled, single-blind clinical trial. The intervention group (n = 45) received 200 mg/day oral iron for 3 months and the control group (n = 45) received an oral placebo for the same period. Fasting blood sugar, complete blood count, and HbA1c were measured for all subjects at the beginning and the end of …
Investigation Of Human Leukocyte Antigen In Osteoarticular Brucellosis, Sevi̇m Gönen, Murat Di̇zbay, Hüsnü Oğuz Söylemezoğlu
Investigation Of Human Leukocyte Antigen In Osteoarticular Brucellosis, Sevi̇m Gönen, Murat Di̇zbay, Hüsnü Oğuz Söylemezoğlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: To determine the relationship between human leukocyte antigen (HLA) antigens and osteoarticular brucellosis by evaluating HLA Class I and II antigens in control subjects and patients developing osteoarticular brucellosis in Turkey.Materials and methods: The study included 28 patients with osteoarticular involvement diagnosed with brucellosis and 100 controls. The HLA Class I and II antigens were studied in isolated DNA samples using sequence-specific oligonucleotide procedure.Results: The mean age of the 28 patients and 100 controls was 42.3 $\pm$ 20.2 years and 50.1 $\pm$ 16.3 years, respectively. When the frequency of HLA Class I was examined, HLA-A*02 and HLA-B*27 antigens were …
Polymorphisms Of Cancer-Related Genes And Risk Of Multipleprimary Malignancies Involving Colorectal Cancer, Peiguo Cao, Li Yu, Anshan Wu, Jingjing Li, Ling Liu, Chunlan Liu, Jianda Zhou, Ke Cao, Chengxian Guo
Polymorphisms Of Cancer-Related Genes And Risk Of Multipleprimary Malignancies Involving Colorectal Cancer, Peiguo Cao, Li Yu, Anshan Wu, Jingjing Li, Ling Liu, Chunlan Liu, Jianda Zhou, Ke Cao, Chengxian Guo
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) of cancer-related genes and the risk of multiple primary malignancies involving colorectal cancer.Materials and methods: We collected tissue samples from 22 multiple primary cancer patients with primary colorectal cancer and performed genotyping assay for 116 SNP loci from 62 genes encoding peptides functioning in various signaling pathways using the DNA MassARRAY system. The chi-square test was used to compare the differences in base frequencies between patients and a control Chinese population from HapMap through the NCBI database.Results: No significant differences in frequencies were detected for 81 SNPs …
Genotype Distribution Of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis In Theaegean Region And Associated Demographic Factors, Cengi̇z Çavuşoğlu, Fethi̇ye Ferda Yilmaz, İsabel Rai̇ka Durusoy Onmuş, Tuğba Bozdemi̇r, Hüseyi̇n Taşli, Mi̇ne Hoşgör Li̇moncu
Genotype Distribution Of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis In Theaegean Region And Associated Demographic Factors, Cengi̇z Çavuşoğlu, Fethi̇ye Ferda Yilmaz, İsabel Rai̇ka Durusoy Onmuş, Tuğba Bozdemi̇r, Hüseyi̇n Taşli, Mi̇ne Hoşgör Li̇moncu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: The Aegean Region is the second-ranking region in Turkey according to the Human Development Index and population density and it hosts 1/8 of Turkey's population. İzmir is the largest city of the region, receiving internal migration both from inside and outside the region. The tuberculosis incidence in İzmir is lower than overall in Turkey: 17.7/100,000 in 2011. Our aims were to determine genotypes of Mycobacterium tuberculosis isolates; to explore possible associations between genotypes with case-demographic data, clinical presentation, and antimicrobial susceptibility patterns; and to determine variations in genotype distribution of strains isolated in Ege University Hospital, İzmir. Materials and …
Exogenous Erythropoietin Aggravates Retinal Neovascularizationin A Murine Model Of Proliferative Retinopathy, Ning Yang, Wenxi Zhang, Tao He, Yiqiao Xing
Exogenous Erythropoietin Aggravates Retinal Neovascularizationin A Murine Model Of Proliferative Retinopathy, Ning Yang, Wenxi Zhang, Tao He, Yiqiao Xing
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Erythropoietin (EPO) has been proven recently to be a critical mediator in retinal neovascularization (RNV). Previous studies have indicated that the use of recombinant human EPO (rEPO) is a high risk factor in the development of retinopathy of prematurity. In this study, we aimed to investigate the effect of rEPO administration on RNV and its underlying mechanism in a mouse model of oxygen-induced retinopathy (OIR). Materials and methods: A murine model of OIR was used to generate RNV. After daily intraperitoneal injection of rEPO from postnatal day 12 (P12), mice were euthanized at P17. Whole-mount retina staining was used …
Superiorly Based Nasolabial Island Flap For Reconstruction Of The Lateral Lower Eyelid, Sedat Tatar, Yalçin Yontar, Selahatti̇n Özmen
Superiorly Based Nasolabial Island Flap For Reconstruction Of The Lateral Lower Eyelid, Sedat Tatar, Yalçin Yontar, Selahatti̇n Özmen
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Various flap procedures have been described and used for the lower eyelids; however, the nasolabial flap is rarely employed. We herein aimed to present the clinical results of using the superiorly based nasolabial island flap for repair of surgical defects extending to the lateral lower eyelid. Materials and methods: Nine patients with a mean age of 62 +- 6 years underwent surgery for reconstruction of the lower eyelid.Results: The diagnosis of lesions was nodular basal-cell carcinoma (n = 5), superficial basal-cell carcinoma (n = 1), well-differentiated squamous-cell carcinoma (n = 1), and basosquamous-cell carcinoma (n = 2). According to …
An Examination Of Healthcare-Associated Infections In Elderly Patients, Serap İskender, Gürdal Yilmaz, İftahar Köksal
An Examination Of Healthcare-Associated Infections In Elderly Patients, Serap İskender, Gürdal Yilmaz, İftahar Köksal
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) are increasing due to the growing numbers of elderly people requiring long-term care and immunosuppressive therapies. The purpose of this study was to examine HCAIs occurring in elderly inpatients in our hospital.Materials and methods: This study prospectively investigated HCAIs developing in all patients hospitalized over a 1-year period. Diagnosis was based on Centers for Disease Control criteria. The results were subjected to statistical analysis between patients aged over and under 65.Results: A total of 24,692 patients were evaluated and 894 HCAIs were identified. Of these infections, 214 were seen in patients aged 65 or over. The …
Pediatric Emergency Care Applied Research Network Head Injuryprediction Rules: On The Basis Of Cost And Effectiveness, Fatma Di̇lek Gökharman, Sonay Aydin, Erdem Fati̇hoğlu, Pinar Nerci̇s Koşar
Pediatric Emergency Care Applied Research Network Head Injuryprediction Rules: On The Basis Of Cost And Effectiveness, Fatma Di̇lek Gökharman, Sonay Aydin, Erdem Fati̇hoğlu, Pinar Nerci̇s Koşar
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Head injuries are commonly seen in the pediatric population. Noncontrast enhanced cranial CT is the method of choice to detect possible traumatic brain injury (TBI). Concerns about ionizing radiation exposure make the evaluation more challenging. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of the Pediatric Emergency Care Applied Research Network (PECARN) rules in predicting clinically important TBI and to determine the amount of medical resource waste and unnecessary radiation exposure.Materials and methods: This retrospective study included 1041 pediatric patients presented to the emergency department. The patients were divided into subgroups of "appropriate for cranial CT", "not …
Turkish Version Of The Motor Function Measure Scale (Mfm-32) Forneuromuscular Diseases: A Cross-Cultural Adaptation, Reliability, And Validity Study, Habi̇be Serap İnal, Ela Tarakçi, Devri̇m Tarakçi, Gülcan Aksoy, Sezan Mergen Kiliç, Hakan Beşer, Çi̇ğdem Beşer, Arzu Razak Özdi̇nçler, Hacer Durmuş Tekçe, Fatma Yeşi̇m Parman, Feza Deymeer, Zehra Pi̇raye Oflazer
Turkish Version Of The Motor Function Measure Scale (Mfm-32) Forneuromuscular Diseases: A Cross-Cultural Adaptation, Reliability, And Validity Study, Habi̇be Serap İnal, Ela Tarakçi, Devri̇m Tarakçi, Gülcan Aksoy, Sezan Mergen Kiliç, Hakan Beşer, Çi̇ğdem Beşer, Arzu Razak Özdi̇nçler, Hacer Durmuş Tekçe, Fatma Yeşi̇m Parman, Feza Deymeer, Zehra Pi̇raye Oflazer
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: The Motor Function Measure (MFM-32) is a classification system for ambulant and nonambulant patients with neuromuscular diseases (NMDs). We aimed to translate it into Turkish, culturally adapt it, and test its reliability and validity for Turkish patients with NMDs.Materials and methods: The translation of the 32 items assessing three functional areas: standing position and transfers (D1: 13), axial/proximal (D2: 12), and distal (D3: 7) motor functions was performed according to the established guidelines for cross-cultural adaptation. Totally 51 patients (12.56 ± 8.84 years; F/M 12/39) were tested. Vignos and Brooke scores for the lower and upper extremities, respectively, were …