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Rapid Identification Of Aeromonas Species In Stool Samples With Chromogenic Media And Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization-Time Of Flight Mass Spectrometry: An Institutional Experience, Işin Akyar, Si̇mge Can Jan 2013

Rapid Identification Of Aeromonas Species In Stool Samples With Chromogenic Media And Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization-Time Of Flight Mass Spectrometry: An Institutional Experience, Işin Akyar, Si̇mge Can

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To evaluate the routine use of chromogenic media together with matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization-time of flight mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF) in gastrointestinal infections caused by Aeromonas spp. as rapid, practical, cost-effective and reliable methods. Materials and methods: Between August 2007 and March 2012, a total of 13,194 stool specimens of patients were included in the study. The stool samples and the reference strains were inoculated onto Cefsulodin-Irgasan-Novobiocin agar, sheep blood agar, eosin-methylene blue agar, and Hektoen enteric agar media together with CHROMagar Salmonella Plus. All the Salmonella and Aeromonas suspected colonies were identified with an automated system (Phoenix) and MALDI-TOF. Results: …

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Asymmetric Dimethylarginine Levels In Allergic Rhinitis And Nasal Polyposis, Mehmet Tosun, Tayfun Apuhan Jan 2013

Asymmetric Dimethylarginine Levels In Allergic Rhinitis And Nasal Polyposis, Mehmet Tosun, Tayfun Apuhan

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Asymmetric dimethylarginine (ADMA) is the major endogenous inhibitor of nitric oxide synthase. We aimed to investigate the ADMA levels in allergic rhinitis (AR) and nasal polyposis (NP). Materials and methods: A total of 29 AR patients, 21 NP patients, and 30 healthy subjects to be used as a control group were enrolled in the study. ADMA was measured in the AR, NP, and control groups with enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. Any patients or control subjects with coronary artery disease, renal failure, diabetes mellitus, or hypertension were excluded from the study. Results: The mean ADMA serum concentration was 0.52 ± 0.08 µmol/L …

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Endovenous Laser Ablation For Saphenous Vein Insufficiency: Long-Term Results, Ömer Etli̇k, Aşkin Ali̇ Korkmaz, Yeşi̇m Üçkurt, Sevi̇m İndelen, Recep Gündoğdu, Alaatti̇n Öztürk, Sali̇h Alsalehi̇, Soe Moe Aung Jan 2013

Endovenous Laser Ablation For Saphenous Vein Insufficiency: Long-Term Results, Ömer Etli̇k, Aşkin Ali̇ Korkmaz, Yeşi̇m Üçkurt, Sevi̇m İndelen, Recep Gündoğdu, Alaatti̇n Öztürk, Sali̇h Alsalehi̇, Soe Moe Aung

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To present the long-term results of our 158 endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) procedures. Materials and methods: From June 2008 to December 2011, 158 patients (89 women, 69 men; mean age: 38.2 years, range: 27-65) were treated with EVLA for venous insufficiency in 192 lower limbs. All patients were symptomatic and the majority had a class 4 or higher clinical disease (CEAP classification). A 980-nm diode laser was used under general anesthesia combined with local tumescent anesthesia to deliver 100 to 140 laser applications along the course of the vein. Compression bandages were applied for 2 weeks postoperatively. Follow-up exams were …

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Hepatitis G Virus And Its Prevalence And Genotypes In Patients With Hepatitis B And C In Ahvaz, Southwestern Iran, Javanmard Davod, Makvandi Manoochehr, Hajiani Eskandar, Khalafkhany Davod, Samarbaf Zadeh Ali Reza Jan 2013

Hepatitis G Virus And Its Prevalence And Genotypes In Patients With Hepatitis B And C In Ahvaz, Southwestern Iran, Javanmard Davod, Makvandi Manoochehr, Hajiani Eskandar, Khalafkhany Davod, Samarbaf Zadeh Ali Reza

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and genotype distribution of hepatitis G virus (HGV, or GB virus C) in patients with hepatitis B and C in Ahvaz, southeastern Iran. Materials and methods: A total of 100 patients were selected; 50 were positive for hepatitis C virus (HCV) and 50 for hepatitis B virus (HBV). HGV status was examined among the HCV- and HBV-positive patients. An enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) kit was used to detect anti-E2 antibody. Nested reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) was used for RNA detection from serum samples of chronic hepatitis patients. Sequencing …

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The Assessment Of Accessory Mental Foramina Using Cone-Beam Computed Tomography, Mustafa Göregen, Özkan Mi̇loğlu, İbrahi̇m Ersoy, İbrahi̇m Şevki̇ Bayrakdar, Hayati̇ Murat Akgül Jan 2013

The Assessment Of Accessory Mental Foramina Using Cone-Beam Computed Tomography, Mustafa Göregen, Özkan Mi̇loğlu, İbrahi̇m Ersoy, İbrahi̇m Şevki̇ Bayrakdar, Hayati̇ Murat Akgül

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The aim of the present study is to assess accessory mental foramina (AMFs) in a Turkish population using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT). Materials and methods: The CBCT records of 315 patients (196 males and 119 females) were retrospectively analyzed. The differences in AMF incidence by sex, age, side, and location were evaluated using chi-square tests. The distances between the AMF and the mental foramen (MF) and between the AMF and the mandibular canal were measured. Additionally, the relationship between MF size and the presence and absence of the AMF was investigated. Results: AMFs were observed in 6.3% of the patients. …

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An Alternative Method Of Oral To Nasal Endotracheal Intubation In Patients Undergoing Maxillofacial Surgery, Hasan Kutluk Pampal, Meti̇n Alkan, Cengi̇z Beki̇r Demi̇rel, Gökçen Emmez, Nurdan Bedi̇rli̇ Jan 2013

An Alternative Method Of Oral To Nasal Endotracheal Intubation In Patients Undergoing Maxillofacial Surgery, Hasan Kutluk Pampal, Meti̇n Alkan, Cengi̇z Beki̇r Demi̇rel, Gökçen Emmez, Nurdan Bedi̇rli̇

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Patients undergoing maxillofacial surgery frequently require nasal intubation. Although awake fiberoptic intubation is the procedure of choice, a fiberoptic bronchoscope (FOB) may not be available in all clinics. Furthermore, the procedure itself requires skill and experience, and cannot be used when the view is obstructed by bleeding or secretions. Herein we describe 3 patients in whom oral to nasal endotracheal tube exchange was accomplished with the aid of a nasogastric tube after placement of an LMA CTrachTM, as no FOB was available.

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Comparing Extracorporeal Shock Wave And Hyaluronic Acid In A Rabbit Cartilage Defect Model: The Effects Of Esw On Cartilage Defect, Zekeri̇ya Öztemür, Hati̇ce Özer, Umut Hatay Gölge, Emi̇ne Eli̇f Altuntaş, Okay Bulut Jan 2013

Comparing Extracorporeal Shock Wave And Hyaluronic Acid In A Rabbit Cartilage Defect Model: The Effects Of Esw On Cartilage Defect, Zekeri̇ya Öztemür, Hati̇ce Özer, Umut Hatay Gölge, Emi̇ne Eli̇f Altuntaş, Okay Bulut

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To compare the efficiency of extracorporeal shock wave (ESW) treatment with hyaluronic acid (HA) viscosupplementation in an experimental rabbit cartilage defect model. Materials and methods: A total of 24 New Zealand rabbits were randomly divided into 4 groups: HA, ESW, ESW + HA, and control. Chondral defects were created in the left knees of the rabbits. HA viscosupplementation was performed on the HA and ESW + HA groups, and after 24 h, 0.16 mJ/mm2 ESW was performed on the ESW and ESW + HA groups. After an 8-week follow-up, the rabbits were sacrificed and histopathological examination of the defects was …

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Urease Inhibitory Potential Of Zizyphus Oxyphylla Edgew. Extracts And Isolated Compounds, Waqar Ahmad Kaleem, Muhammad Nisar, Mughal Qayum, Muhammad Zia-Ul-Haq, Muhammad Iqbal Choudhary, Sezai̇ Erci̇şli̇ Jan 2013

Urease Inhibitory Potential Of Zizyphus Oxyphylla Edgew. Extracts And Isolated Compounds, Waqar Ahmad Kaleem, Muhammad Nisar, Mughal Qayum, Muhammad Zia-Ul-Haq, Muhammad Iqbal Choudhary, Sezai̇ Erci̇şli̇

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To determine the urease inhibitory potential of extracts and isolated compounds from Zizyphus oxyphylla Edgew. Materials and methods: Methanolic extracts and subsequent fractions of Z. oxyphylla stem and 3 isolated compounds from the roots of Z. oxyphylla were obtained through column chromatography and subjected to in vitro urease inhibition. Results: Three fractions (n-hexane, ethyl acetate, and butanol fractions) showed good to excellent activity, while the chloroform fraction showed nonsignificant activity. Amongst the isolated compounds, oxyphylline D (1) was the most active of the 3 isolated cyclopeptide alkaloids, followed by nummularin R (3) and nummularin C (2). Conclusion: Z. oxyphylla has …

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Epidemiology, Clinical Features, And Laboratory Detection Of Mycoplasma Pneumoniae Infection In East Azerbaijan, Iran, Reza Ghotaslou, Simin Sharifi, Mohammad Taghi Akhi, Mohammad Hossein Soroush Jan 2013

Epidemiology, Clinical Features, And Laboratory Detection Of Mycoplasma Pneumoniae Infection In East Azerbaijan, Iran, Reza Ghotaslou, Simin Sharifi, Mohammad Taghi Akhi, Mohammad Hossein Soroush

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Mycoplasma pneumoniae is involved in the etiology of many respiratory tract infections. This prospective study describes the epidemiology and clinical properties of M. pneumoniae infections in hospitals of the Tabriz University of Medical Sciences. Materials and methods: From May 2009 to November 2010, 200 patients with respiratory tract infections were enrolled into this study. Due to antibiotic use 51 patients were excluded. M. pneumoniae from respiratory infections was detected by culture, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assays. Results: M. pneumoniae infection was detected in 9 (6.15%), 8 (5.3%), and 3 (2.01%) of patients by PCR, ELISA, …

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The Effect Of Addition Of Lidocaine To Bupivacaine On Anesthesia Beginning Time, Block Time, And Block Quality In Lateral Sagittal Infraclavicular Block, Özgür Özmen, Haci Ahmet Alici, Mi̇ne Çeli̇k, Ayşenur Dostbi̇l, Mehmet Cesur Jan 2013

The Effect Of Addition Of Lidocaine To Bupivacaine On Anesthesia Beginning Time, Block Time, And Block Quality In Lateral Sagittal Infraclavicular Block, Özgür Özmen, Haci Ahmet Alici, Mi̇ne Çeli̇k, Ayşenur Dostbi̇l, Mehmet Cesur

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To investigate whether a 2% lidocaine addition to 0.5% bupivacaine that is used in a lateral sagittal infraclavicular block, when administered in an upper extremity surgery, decreases the block onset time, drug effect time, and drug activity when compared with bupivacaine alone. Materials and methods: This study was performed on 120 American Society of Anesthesiology classification I-II patients who were 18–65 years old and scheduled to undergo an upper extremity surgery. The group testing in the study was as follows: 20 mL (5 mg/mL) bupivacaine, 10 mL (5 mg/mL) bupivacaine + 10 mL (20 mg/mL) lidocaine, and 20 mL (20 …

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Evaluation Of Children With Inguinoscrotal Ectopic Adrenal Tissues, Fati̇h Oğuz, Turan Yildiz, Ali̇ Beytur, Halük Söylemez, Ramazan Altintaş, Emi̇ne Şamdanci, Saadet Alan Jan 2013

Evaluation Of Children With Inguinoscrotal Ectopic Adrenal Tissues, Fati̇h Oğuz, Turan Yildiz, Ali̇ Beytur, Halük Söylemez, Ramazan Altintaş, Emi̇ne Şamdanci, Saadet Alan

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To evaluate 6 cases of inguinoscrotal ectopic adrenal nodules, which were detected in 2 hospitals. Materials and methods: A total of 296 male patients who had inguinoscrotal surgery between 2009 and 2011 were retrospectively evaluated. Bright yellow nodular lesions, resembling the adrenal tissue, were excised during surgery. Histopathologic examination of these samples was performed and the clinical data of the patients were evaluated. Results: Ectopic adrenal tissue was detected in 6 patients (2.02%). The mean age of the patients was 4.6 years (range: 3 months to 9 years) years. Ectopic adrenal nodules were localized in the spermatic cord, in the …

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Relationship Between Urolithiasis And Diastolic Functions Of The Heart, Mehmet İnci̇, Bahadir Şarli, Ahmet Çeli̇k, Abdullah Demi̇rtaş, Numan Baydi̇lli̇, Mahmut Akpek, Mehmet Güngör Kaya Jan 2013

Relationship Between Urolithiasis And Diastolic Functions Of The Heart, Mehmet İnci̇, Bahadir Şarli, Ahmet Çeli̇k, Abdullah Demi̇rtaş, Numan Baydi̇lli̇, Mahmut Akpek, Mehmet Güngör Kaya

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Relationships between urolithiasis and cardiovascular disorders were evaluated in several studies. In this study, we aimed to investigate whether urolithiasis causes a decline in cardiac diastolic functions. Materials and methods: Seventy-seven consecutive patients and 40 age- and sex-matched controls were included in this study. Transthoracic echocardiography was performed for all patients. Results: There were 77 patients (mean age: 45 ± 14 years, 64% male) in the stone-formers group and 40 patients (mean age: 43 ± 12 years, 63% male) in the control group. Peak E wave velocity (0.67 ± 0.21 to 0.85 ± 0.18, P = 0.001) and E/A ratio …

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Comparison Of The Effects Of Epidural 0.5% Bupivacaine And 0.5% Levobupivacaine Administration On Anesthesia Quality, Side Effect Incidence, And Analgesia Requirement Times In Hip And Lower Extremity Surgery, Fesi̇h Kara, Hüsnü Kürşad, Mi̇ne Çeli̇k, Ayşenur Dostbi̇l, İlker İnce, Ahmet Faruk Gi̇ren, Haci Ahmet Alici Jan 2013

Comparison Of The Effects Of Epidural 0.5% Bupivacaine And 0.5% Levobupivacaine Administration On Anesthesia Quality, Side Effect Incidence, And Analgesia Requirement Times In Hip And Lower Extremity Surgery, Fesi̇h Kara, Hüsnü Kürşad, Mi̇ne Çeli̇k, Ayşenur Dostbi̇l, İlker İnce, Ahmet Faruk Gi̇ren, Haci Ahmet Alici

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To compare the anesthetic effectiveness of epidural levobupivacaine and bupivacaine without adjuvant medication in patients who were to have elective operations on the lower extremities and hips. Materials and methods: This study was conducted on a total of 70 ASA I-II patients aged between 30 and 70 years, who underwent elective hip and lower extremity operations. The patients that received bupivacaine were assigned to Group B (n = 35) and those that received levobupivacaine to Group L (n = 35). Results: No statistically significant difference was found between the groups in terms of the onset and regression times of the …

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Effects Of Green Tea On Ace Gene Expression In Rat Liver In Ccl_4-Induced Cirrhosis, Syed Muhammad Shahid, Rozeena Shaikh, Sana Shamim, Muhammad Ismail, Tabassum Mahboob Jan 2013

Effects Of Green Tea On Ace Gene Expression In Rat Liver In Ccl_4-Induced Cirrhosis, Syed Muhammad Shahid, Rozeena Shaikh, Sana Shamim, Muhammad Ismail, Tabassum Mahboob

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This study was designed to investigate the beneficial effects of green tea administration on angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) gene expression in CCl_4-induced liver cirrhosis in rats. Materials and methods: A total of 24 male Wistar rats were divided into 3 groups as: Group 1, normal untreated rats; Group 2, CCl_4-induced cirrhotic rats; Group 3: CCl_4-induced cirrhotic + green tea treated rats. The beneficial effects of green tea were measured by alanine aminotransferase (ALT), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), total and direct bilirubin level, tissue malondialdehyde (MDA), super oxide dismutase (SOD), and catalase (CAT). The genomic DNA was isolated from excised tissue to …

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Investigation Of Hepatocyte Growth Factor And Proinflammatory Cytokine Levels In Patients With Febrile Neutropenia, Mehmet Özden, Ahmet Gödekmerdan, Nafi̇ye Fulya İlhan, Emi̇n Tamer Elkiran, Hati̇ce Handan Akbulut Jan 2013

Investigation Of Hepatocyte Growth Factor And Proinflammatory Cytokine Levels In Patients With Febrile Neutropenia, Mehmet Özden, Ahmet Gödekmerdan, Nafi̇ye Fulya İlhan, Emi̇n Tamer Elkiran, Hati̇ce Handan Akbulut

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

It has been thought that hepatocyte growth factor (HGF) levels increase during acute phases of infectious diseases. The aim of this study was to determine whether HGF, C-reactive protein (CRP), and proinflammatory cytokines have any diagnostic and prognostic value, and to assess HGF as a biomarker in patients with febrile neutropenia. Materials and methods: This study included 20 patients with febrile neutropenia as the study group and 20 healthy individuals as the control group. Serial measurements of serum HGF, CRP, and proinflammatory cytokine levels were performed by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) at the baseline, after 48 h of treatment, and …

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Renal Bcl-2/Bax Expression In Childhood Henoch-Schönlein Nephritis: Prognostic Importance?, Kenan Bek, Ayşegül Oksal, Gülay Demi̇rci̇n, Mehmet Bülbül, Özlem Aydoğ, Ali̇ Deli̇baş, Ayşe Öner Jan 2013

Renal Bcl-2/Bax Expression In Childhood Henoch-Schönlein Nephritis: Prognostic Importance?, Kenan Bek, Ayşegül Oksal, Gülay Demi̇rci̇n, Mehmet Bülbül, Özlem Aydoğ, Ali̇ Deli̇baş, Ayşe Öner

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To investigate the renal expression of apoptosis regulatory proteins b-cell lymphoma 2 (bcl-2) and bcl-2 associated X (bax) in children with Henoch–Schönlein nephritis (HSN) Materials and methods: Renal expression of antiapoptotic bcl-2 and proapoptotic bax proteins were studied immunohistochemically in 22 children with HSN. The kidneys of 5 children who died due to nonrenal reasons were used as the control. The patients were compared according to their renal histopathology and prognosis. Results: Nephrotic or nephrotic-nephritic renal involvement was the most common presentation. Histopathological findings were Class I in 1, Class II in 5, Class III in 10, Class IV in …

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The Safety And Efficacy Of Remifentanil Compared To Fentanyl In Pediatric Endoscopy, Rauf Gül, Şami̇l Hizli, Betül Kocamer, Senem Koruk, Levent Şahi̇n, Hüseyi̇n Kilinçaslan, Vahap Sariçi̇çek Jan 2013

The Safety And Efficacy Of Remifentanil Compared To Fentanyl In Pediatric Endoscopy, Rauf Gül, Şami̇l Hizli, Betül Kocamer, Senem Koruk, Levent Şahi̇n, Hüseyi̇n Kilinçaslan, Vahap Sariçi̇çek

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To compare propofol combinations with low induction doses of remifentanil and fentanyl in respect to the complication frequency and efficiency in ease of procedure in children undergoing esophagogastroduodenoscopy. Materials and methods: Sixty-four patients, aged 3-14 years and undergoing elective esophagogastroduodenoscopy, were included in the study. The patients received an induction dose of 0.25 µg kg^{-1} remifentanil and 2 mg kg^{-1} propofol (group R), or 0.5 µg kg^{-1} fentanyl and 2 mg kg^{-1} propofol (group F) before the procedure. The procedure began with a sedation score of >=5. Hemodynamic values, movement, ease and duration of the procedure, the time to awakening, …

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Insulin Effect On Rankl And Opg Expression In Human Osteoblast-Like Mg63 Cells, Huixin Wang, Xiaohuan Zhong Jan 2013

Insulin Effect On Rankl And Opg Expression In Human Osteoblast-Like Mg63 Cells, Huixin Wang, Xiaohuan Zhong

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To investigate the effect of insulin on receptor activator of nuclear factor kappa-B ligand (RANKL) and osteoprotegerin (OPG) expression in human osteosarcoma MG63 cells using real-time polymerase chain reaction. Materials and methods: MG63 cells were exposed to different concentrations of human recombinant insulin (1, 10, and 100 nM) for 24 h, and then the expression of RANKL and OPG mRNA was identified.After that, MG63 cells were exposed to tensile stress combined with 0 or 10 nM insulin respectively for 0, 3, 6, and 12 h, and then the expression of RANKL and OPG mRNA was identified. Human monocytes were cultured …

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The Effect Of Hypercholesterolemia On The Contractions Of Detrusor Strips In Response To Neural Stimulation In Rats, Serkan Karai̇smai̇loğlu, Zeynep Di̇cle Balkanci, Bi̇lge Pehli̇vanoğlu, Si̇bel Bayrak, İsmai̇l Karabulut, Ayşen Erdem Jan 2013

The Effect Of Hypercholesterolemia On The Contractions Of Detrusor Strips In Response To Neural Stimulation In Rats, Serkan Karai̇smai̇loğlu, Zeynep Di̇cle Balkanci, Bi̇lge Pehli̇vanoğlu, Si̇bel Bayrak, İsmai̇l Karabulut, Ayşen Erdem

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To investigate the effect of hypercholesterolemia on in vitro contractions of the detrusor smooth muscle stimulated by an electrical field in rats and the relative contributions of cholinergic and noncholinergic neurotransmission. Materials and methods: Sprague-Dawley rats were fed with standard diet (NC group) or with 4% cholesterol diet (HC group). After 4 weeks, the urinary bladder was excised under anesthesia and 4 detrusor strips were prepared. Blood samples were collected for serum lipid profile, and aortic arches were dissected for histopathological examination. In vitro contractile function of the detrusor smooth muscle was evaluated with: 1) electrical field stimulation (EFS) only, …

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Protective Effect Of Vardenafil On Ischemia–Reperfusion Injury In Rat Ovary, Hati̇ce Baş, Özlem Kara, Mustafa Kara, Di̇lek Pandir Jan 2013

Protective Effect Of Vardenafil On Ischemia–Reperfusion Injury In Rat Ovary, Hati̇ce Baş, Özlem Kara, Mustafa Kara, Di̇lek Pandir

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To investigate the effect of vardenafil on ischemia–reperfusion (I/R) injury in rat ovary. Materials and methods: A total of 21 Wistar rats were divided into 3 groups. In group 1, ovary torsion was not performed and no drug was administered. In group 2, 1 h of ischemia and 2 h of reperfusion were performed and no drug was given. In group 3, 1 h of ischemia and 2 h of reperfusion were performed and 1 mg/kg vardenafil was administered after 30 min of ischemia. Right ovaries were surgically removed in all groups. Malondialdehyde (MDA) levels and activities of superoxide dismutase …

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Prevalence Of Carotid Artery Calcification On Panoramic Radiographs In Patients With Renal Stones, İhsan Üstün, Mehmet İnci̇, Abdullah Demi̇rtaş, Yildiray Şi̇şman, Cumali̇ Gökçe, Eli̇f Tarim Ertaş Jan 2013

Prevalence Of Carotid Artery Calcification On Panoramic Radiographs In Patients With Renal Stones, İhsan Üstün, Mehmet İnci̇, Abdullah Demi̇rtaş, Yildiray Şi̇şman, Cumali̇ Gökçe, Eli̇f Tarim Ertaş

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To determine the prevalence of carotid artery calcification (CAC) detected in routine dental radiography (PRs) in patients with kidney stones (KSs) and to investigate the relationship between CAC-atherosclerosis and KSs. Materials and methods: A total of 108 patients with renal stones were included in the present study. A history of renal colic, with confirmed hematuria and voiding of the calculus, radiographic evidence of KSs, or previous surgical and endoscopic removal of KSs, was used to define the nephrolithiasis. KS patients were evaluated by PR in terms of the presence of CAC. Subjects with either unilateral or bilateral CAC on these …

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Variations Of Transverse Foramens Of Cervical Vertebrae: A 3-Dimensional Multidetector Ct Study, Bumi̇n Deği̇rmenci̇, Ömer Yilmaz Jan 2013

Variations Of Transverse Foramens Of Cervical Vertebrae: A 3-Dimensional Multidetector Ct Study, Bumi̇n Deği̇rmenci̇, Ömer Yilmaz

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The objective of this study was to display the transverse foramens (TFs) of cervical vertebrae with multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) and to identify their variations. Materials and methods: This study included 127 (63 women and 64 men) patients. The mean age was 46.4 years. MDCT images of cervical vertebrae were formed with volume rendering (VR) and multiplanar reconstruction. VR images were formed for each cervical vertebra between C1 and C7 and they were examined for the shape, diameter, and congenital variations of TFs. The TF diameters of each cervical vertebra were measured from MDCT images. Results: The widest TF diameters …

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Evaluation Of Early Corneal Topographic Changes In Children With Down Syndrome, Murat Aslankurt, Lokman Aslan, Adnan Aksoy, Muhammed Mustafa Kurt, Murat Özdemi̇r Jan 2013

Evaluation Of Early Corneal Topographic Changes In Children With Down Syndrome, Murat Aslankurt, Lokman Aslan, Adnan Aksoy, Muhammed Mustafa Kurt, Murat Özdemi̇r

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To evaluate early corneal changes using a Scheimpflug imaging (SI) system (Pentacam) in a pediatric population with Down syndrome. Materials and methods: This study was carried out in a prospective and nonrandomized fashion. Twenty-seven children with Down syndrome and 30 healthy subjects were enrolled in the study. Corneal measurements were done using a Scheimpflug topography system. Central corneal thickness (CCT), minimum corneal thickness (CTmin), central corneal power (CP), difference of central corneal power (DCP) between 2 eyes, inferior superior steepening (I-S), and keratoconus indices were tested with a SI device. Results: Mean CCT and CTmin values were significantly lower in …

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Effect Of Polyneuropathy On Development Of Unilateral Diabetic Foot Ulcer, Fatma Cansel Kaleağasi, Kezban Aslan, Hacer Bozdemi̇r, Beki̇r Tamer Teti̇ker Jan 2013

Effect Of Polyneuropathy On Development Of Unilateral Diabetic Foot Ulcer, Fatma Cansel Kaleağasi, Kezban Aslan, Hacer Bozdemi̇r, Beki̇r Tamer Teti̇ker

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

This study investigates polyneuropathy in patients with unilateral diabetic foot ulcer by using electrophysiological methods and discusses whether electrophysiological parameters are predictive of diabetic foot ulcer development. Materials and methods: Fifty-two diabetic patients with unilateral diabetic foot ulcers (31 females, 21 males; mean age of 58.5 years) were included in the study. Results: In the upper extremities, motor fibers were affected in 82% and sensorial fibers were affected in 85% of the subjects. In the lower extremities, motor fibers were affected in 90% of the subjects in the injured site and in 79% of the patients in the intact site, …

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Significant Features Of Basal And Maximal Energy Expenditure Parameters In Obese Adults, Emi̇ne Uygur, Kağan Üçok, Abdurrahman Genç, Ümi̇t Şener, Ramazan Uygur, Ahmet Songur Jan 2013

Significant Features Of Basal And Maximal Energy Expenditure Parameters In Obese Adults, Emi̇ne Uygur, Kağan Üçok, Abdurrahman Genç, Ümi̇t Şener, Ramazan Uygur, Ahmet Songur

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To compare body composition, resting metabolic rate, and maximal aerobic capacity parameters in obese adults and healthy controls, as well as to investigate the associations among these parameters. Materials and methods: A total of 120 participants, 60 obese participants (30 male, 30 female) with body mass indexes (BMIs) over 30 kg/m^2 and 60 healthy controls (30 male, 30 female) with BMIs of 18-25 kg/m^2, were included in the study. BMI was calculated as body weight divided by the square of the height (kg/m^2). Body fat percentage, total body fat, and lean body mass were established with bioelectric impedance analysis. Resting …

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Does Renal Parenchymal Thickness Affect Bleeding In Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy?, Mehmet Murat Ri̇fai̇oğlu, Kadi̇r Önem, Hüseyi̇n Çeli̇k, Mürsel Davarci, Mehmet Çeti̇nkaya, Mehmet İnci̇, Ayli̇n Güneşli̇ Yeti̇şken, Fati̇h Rüştü Yalçinkaya Jan 2013

Does Renal Parenchymal Thickness Affect Bleeding In Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy?, Mehmet Murat Ri̇fai̇oğlu, Kadi̇r Önem, Hüseyi̇n Çeli̇k, Mürsel Davarci, Mehmet Çeti̇nkaya, Mehmet İnci̇, Ayli̇n Güneşli̇ Yeti̇şken, Fati̇h Rüştü Yalçinkaya

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Blood loss is a major concern during percutaneous nephrolithotomy. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of access point parenchymal thickness on bleeding in percutaneous nephrolithotomy procedures. Materials and methods: In this study 85 patients who had undergone a percutaneous nephrolithotomy operation between February 2009 and July 2011 were reviewed retrospectively. All characteristics of the patients were investigated. The details of the operative procedure and the renal parenchymal thickness at the puncture site were also recorded. Blood loss was calculated during the peroperative and postoperative periods. Correlation and multivariate regression analysis were done to detect predictive factors …

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Pre-Versus Postoperative Tramadol Instillation: Both Are Effective For Decreasing Pain And/Or Agitation In Pediatric Adenotonsillectomy, Gülçi̇n Aydin, Alparslan Apan, Emi̇ne Arzu Köse, Gökşen Öz Jan 2013

Pre-Versus Postoperative Tramadol Instillation: Both Are Effective For Decreasing Pain And/Or Agitation In Pediatric Adenotonsillectomy, Gülçi̇n Aydin, Alparslan Apan, Emi̇ne Arzu Köse, Gökşen Öz

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The present study aimed to investigate the possible influence of nasopharyngeal preoperative or postoperative tramadol instillation on postoperative pain and agitation in pediatric patients undergoing adenoidectomy, with or without tonsillectomy and tube placement. Materials and methods: Ninety pediatric patients were included in the study. Induction of anesthesia was achieved with 2.5 mg kg^{-1} propofol and 0.6 mg kg^{-1} rocuronium bromide. To maintain the anesthesia, 2%-2.5% sevoflurane in an oxygen-N2O mixture (FiO_2 = 35%) was administered. In Group I (n = 30), 1 mg kg^{-1} tramadol was given 10 min before adenoidectomy, and in Group II (n = 30) it was …

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Effect Of Melatonin On Contractile Activity In Intraurethrally Instilled E. Coli-Induced Acute Prostatitis Rat Model, Bakhtiyar Huseynov, Nadi̇re Eser, İbrahi̇m Ati̇lla Aridoğan, Şeyda Erdoğan, Yusuf Kenan Dağlioğlu, Hacer Si̇nem Büyüknacar, Fati̇h Köksal, Cemi̇l Göçmen Jan 2013

Effect Of Melatonin On Contractile Activity In Intraurethrally Instilled E. Coli-Induced Acute Prostatitis Rat Model, Bakhtiyar Huseynov, Nadi̇re Eser, İbrahi̇m Ati̇lla Aridoğan, Şeyda Erdoğan, Yusuf Kenan Dağlioğlu, Hacer Si̇nem Büyüknacar, Fati̇h Köksal, Cemi̇l Göçmen

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To investigate whether prostatic inflammation affects the contractile responses of prostate tissue and then whether melatonin has any restorative effect on the contractile responses in a rat model of bacterial prostatitis at early stages. Materials and methods: We evaluated the nerve-evoked, adrenergic agonist-induced or cholinergic agonist-induced contractions of isolated prostate tissue at 24 and 72 h after intraurethrally instilled Escherichia coli-treatment. We also analyzed the histological changes in the prostate. Secondarily, we investigated the effect of melatonin pretreatment (7 days, 10 mg kg^{-1} day^{-1}) on the contractile responses and the histopathologic changes. Results: The degrees of acute inflammatory cell infiltration, …

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The Expression Of Cell Adhesion Molecules In Colorectal Cancer Tissue And Its Clinical Values, Dong Chen, Huiying Zhao, Feng Ye Jan 2013

The Expression Of Cell Adhesion Molecules In Colorectal Cancer Tissue And Its Clinical Values, Dong Chen, Huiying Zhao, Feng Ye

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To investigate the role of cell adhesion molecules CD44v6 and CEA in the occurrence, development, and metastasis of colorectal cancer (CRC). Materials and methods: The expression of CD44v6 and CEA in 76 CRC tissues and 43 normal colon tissues was detected using an immunohistological technique. The relationship between the 2 molecules’ expression and their pathologic characteristics, especially for metastasis, was investigated. Furthermore, the relevance between the expression of CD44v6 and of CEA was also assessed. Results: Expression of CD44v6 and CEA protein in CRC tissues was higher than in paracarcinoma tissue and normal colorectal mucosa (both P < 0.001). Positive expression of CD44v6 in CRC was associated with lymph node metastasis, Dukes’ stage, and histological differentiation. Higher expression intensity of CEA in CRC was related to lymph node involvement, distant metastasis, and invasion depth. Combining analysis of CD44v6 and CEA can improve the sensitivity and specificity in evaluating the metastatic potential of CRC (P < 0.05). There was no relevance between the expression of CD44v6 and CEA in CRC (P > 0.05). Conclusion: CD44v6 …

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Cisplatin-Induced Kidney Damage And The Protective Effect Of Bilberry (Vaccinium Myrtillus L.): An Experimental Study, Di̇lek Pandir, Özlem Kara Jan 2013

Cisplatin-Induced Kidney Damage And The Protective Effect Of Bilberry (Vaccinium Myrtillus L.): An Experimental Study, Di̇lek Pandir, Özlem Kara

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Bilberry is a natural antioxidant and has been utilized as a free radical scavenger to reverse the toxic effects of oxidative stress. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of bilberry on cisplatin-induced toxic effects in rat kidney. Materials and methods: Twenty-one female Wistar-albino rats were randomly divided into 3 groups: group I (control), one dose of saline solution; group II (cisplatin), single dose of 7.5 mg/kg of cisplatin; group III (cisplatin + bilberry), single dose of 7.5 mg/kg of cisplatin and 10 days of bilberry treatment applied as 200 mg/kg of bilberry. Malondialdehyde (MDA) levels and …

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