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Preliminary Results Of The Great Kahramanmaraş 6 February 2023 Earthquakes (Mw 7.7 And 7.6) And 20 February 2023 Antakya Earthquake (Mw 6.4), Eastern Türkiye, Şule Gürboğa, Önder Kayadi̇bi̇, Hafi̇ze Akilli, Serap Arikan, Sevi̇lay Tan Jan 2024

Preliminary Results Of The Great Kahramanmaraş 6 February 2023 Earthquakes (Mw 7.7 And 7.6) And 20 February 2023 Antakya Earthquake (Mw 6.4), Eastern Türkiye, Şule Gürboğa, Önder Kayadi̇bi̇, Hafi̇ze Akilli, Serap Arikan, Sevi̇lay Tan

Turkish Journal of Earth Sciences

The first MW 7.7 and second MW 7.6 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes were the strongest tectonic events in Eastern Türkiye since the MW 7.9 Erzincan earthquake in 1939. The first and second events occurred on the Pazarcık and Çardak segments of the East Anatolian Fault System, respectively. A subsequent significant earthquake of MW 6.4 occurred in the Antakya fault zone. We summarize preliminary earthquake data and share our previous field observations to better understand the mechanism and provide scientific consequences for future investigations and layout planning. After combining the field observations, kinematic analysis of fault surfaces, investigations of orthophotos, characteristics of mainshocks, …


Surface Rupture During The 6th Of February 2023 Mw 7.6 Elbistan-Ekinözü (Kahramanmaraş) Earthquake: Implications For Fault Rupture Dynamics Along The Northern Branch Of East Anatolian Fault Zone, Mustafa Softa, Fi̇kret Koçbulut, Eli̇f Akgün, Ercan Aksoy, Hasan Sözbi̇li̇r, Orhan Tatar, Volkan Karabacak, Çağlar Özkaymak, Mehmet Utku, Özkan Cevdet Özdağ, Recep Çakir, Ahmet Demi̇r, Gökhan Arslan Jan 2024

Surface Rupture During The 6th Of February 2023 Mw 7.6 Elbistan-Ekinözü (Kahramanmaraş) Earthquake: Implications For Fault Rupture Dynamics Along The Northern Branch Of East Anatolian Fault Zone, Mustafa Softa, Fi̇kret Koçbulut, Eli̇f Akgün, Ercan Aksoy, Hasan Sözbi̇li̇r, Orhan Tatar, Volkan Karabacak, Çağlar Özkaymak, Mehmet Utku, Özkan Cevdet Özdağ, Recep Çakir, Ahmet Demi̇r, Gökhan Arslan

Turkish Journal of Earth Sciences

On the 6th of February 2023, Mw 7.7 Pazarcık (Kahramanmaraş) and Mw 7.6 Ekinözü (Kahramanmaraş) earthquakes that occurred in Türkiye are devastating earthquake series that filled the existing seismic gaps on East Anatolian Fault Zone on the same day. The first Mw 7.7 earthquake caught most people in their sleep and 9 h later, a second one was triggered, ending up with more than 50k death toll, widespread damage to buildings, and massive landslides. This study presents the surface rupture geometry and coseismic displacement characteristics determined with field observations immediately after February 6, 2023, Ekinözü (Kahramanmaraş, Türkiye) earthquake (Mw 7.6). …


Tepehan Rockslide: A Large-Scale Earthquake-Induced Geological Structure Formed By Mw:7.8 Kahramanmaraş (Pazarcık) Earthquake, Türkiye, Ökmen Sümer Jan 2024

Tepehan Rockslide: A Large-Scale Earthquake-Induced Geological Structure Formed By Mw:7.8 Kahramanmaraş (Pazarcık) Earthquake, Türkiye, Ökmen Sümer

Turkish Journal of Earth Sciences

Three devastating and powerful earthquakes hit the southeastern and eastern parts of Turkey and the northestern part of Syria in February of 2023, causing many earthquake-induced slope movements. One of these major mass movements is called the “Tepehan Rockslide”, which was formed by the first Mw: 7.8 earthquake on February 6th, 2023 at Pazarcık (Kahramanmaraş) located in the Altınözü district of Hatay province. The rockslide involved the movement of Middle Miocene basement rocks that consist of clayey limestone, marl, and fine-grained clastic sedimentary rocks. The morphogenetic evaluation of the structure reveals that the Tepehan Rockslide is a very rapidly developed …


Response Of Water Resources To The Kahramanmaraş Earthquakes (Mw 7.7 And Mw 7.6) That Occurred On February 6, 2023, On The East Anatolian Fault Zone (Türkiye), Celaletti̇n Şi̇mşek, Görkem Akinci, Okan Fistikoğlu, Kerem Canli, Hasan Sözbi̇li̇r, Azi̇ze Ayol, Efem Bi̇lgi̇ç Jan 2024

Response Of Water Resources To The Kahramanmaraş Earthquakes (Mw 7.7 And Mw 7.6) That Occurred On February 6, 2023, On The East Anatolian Fault Zone (Türkiye), Celaletti̇n Şi̇mşek, Görkem Akinci, Okan Fistikoğlu, Kerem Canli, Hasan Sözbi̇li̇r, Azi̇ze Ayol, Efem Bi̇lgi̇ç

Turkish Journal of Earth Sciences

On February 6, 2023, two destructive earthquakes of 7.7 MW and 7.6 MW occurred in Pazarcık (Kahramanmaraş) and Elbistan (Kahramanmaraş) at 04:17 and 13:24 hours, respectively. These earthquakes caused a surface rupture with a total length of 450 km in the region with an average displacement of 3 m between the Arabian and Anatolian plates. This study was conducted to investigate the physical deformation of the aquifer system and the current water quality characteristics in the affected region utilizing field observations and on-site analysis of water sources and tap water. The study revealed significant physical changes in the karstic springs …


Soil Liquefaction And Subsidence Disaster In İskenderun Related To The 6 February 2023 Pazarcık (Mw: 7.7) And 20 February Defne (Mw: 6.4) Earthquakes, Türkiye, Hüseyi̇n Öztürk, Craig A. Davis, İbrahi̇m Kuşku, Süleyman Dalğiç, Cem Kasapçi, Muharrem Alper Şengül Jan 2024

Soil Liquefaction And Subsidence Disaster In İskenderun Related To The 6 February 2023 Pazarcık (Mw: 7.7) And 20 February Defne (Mw: 6.4) Earthquakes, Türkiye, Hüseyi̇n Öztürk, Craig A. Davis, İbrahi̇m Kuşku, Süleyman Dalğiç, Cem Kasapçi, Muharrem Alper Şengül

Turkish Journal of Earth Sciences

The Mw 7.7 Pazarcık earthquake on February 06, 2023, struck southern Türkiye, causing typical liquefaction along the shores of İskenderun Bay. This liquefaction was characterized by lateral spreading, subsidence, and flooding. Subsidence-triggered sand ejecta, water flows, and opening cracks were identified in areas spanning approximately 2 km in length and 300 m in width. Based on coastal references such as lighthouses or harbor platforms, settlements of 0.8 m and lateral spreading of 0.4% were recorded along the coastal zone following the Pazarcık earthquake. According to camera recordings, liquefaction-related water and silty sand outflows occurred 29 min after the earthquake. The …


The Effect Of Parity, Breastfeeding History, And Duration On Clinical And Pathological Characteristics Of Breast Cancer Patients, Naziye Ak, Zeynep Tuz, Esra Aydin, Ferhat Ferhatoğlu, Murat Sari, Nail Paksoy, İzzet Doğan, Anıl Yildiz, Rian Di̇şçi̇, Pınar Mualla Sai̇p Jan 2024

The Effect Of Parity, Breastfeeding History, And Duration On Clinical And Pathological Characteristics Of Breast Cancer Patients, Naziye Ak, Zeynep Tuz, Esra Aydin, Ferhat Ferhatoğlu, Murat Sari, Nail Paksoy, İzzet Doğan, Anıl Yildiz, Rian Di̇şçi̇, Pınar Mualla Sai̇p

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The study is aimed to determine the relationship between the delivery and breastfeeding history of the patients andthe clinicopathological properties of breast cancer.Materials and methods: A questionnaire was utilized for the study, which included the age of diagnosis, the number of children at thetime of diagnosis, the age of the children, and the breastfeeding period of each child.Results: The study included 828 patients. The median age at diagnosis was 47 years for parous women and 42 years for nonparouswomen (p < 0.001). The tumor size of the patients diagnosed within the breastfeeding period was significantly larger compared to theother patients. Estrogen and progesterone receptor positivity were lower in patients diagnosed during breastfeeding. Additionally, themean number of positive lymph nodes, dissected lymph nodes, and positive lymph node/dissected lymph node ratio in parous andbreastfed patients with a nonmetastatic disease were statistically significantly higher in multivariable analysis than those patients whowere nulliparous and have not breastfed.Conclusion: Breast cancer is seen at a later age in patients who are parous than those who have never given birth. Patients who areparous and have breastfed tend to present with a higher stage of the disease.


Determination Of The Embryotoxic Effects Of Propofol Injected Into Eggs On The Cerebellum And Spinal Cord Using Histologic Methods: An Animal Study, Murat İzgi̇, Emrah Sur Jan 2024

Determination Of The Embryotoxic Effects Of Propofol Injected Into Eggs On The Cerebellum And Spinal Cord Using Histologic Methods: An Animal Study, Murat İzgi̇, Emrah Sur

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

This study aims to determine the possible embryotoxic effects of propofol on the cerebellum and spinal cord using fertile chicken eggs. Materials and methods: A total of 430 fertile eggs were divided into 5 groups: control, saline, 2.5 mg.kg–1, 12.5 mg.kg–1, and 37.5 mg.kg–1 propofol. Injections were made immediately before incubation via the air chamber. On the 15th, 18th, and 21st day of incubation, 6 embryos from each group were evaluated. Serial paraffin sections taken from the cerebellum and spinal cord were stained with hematoxylin–eosin, Kluver–Barrera, toluidine blue, and periodic acid-Schiff ’s reaction. The outer granular layer and total cortex …


Effect Of Humic Acid On Oxidative Stress And Neuroprotection In Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury: An Experimental Study, Burak Kinali, Nail Özdemi̇r, Ali Karadağ, Özge Kaya Korkmaz, Ayşe Gülden Di̇ni̇z, Fatma Demet Arslan Jan 2024

Effect Of Humic Acid On Oxidative Stress And Neuroprotection In Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury: An Experimental Study, Burak Kinali, Nail Özdemi̇r, Ali Karadağ, Özge Kaya Korkmaz, Ayşe Gülden Di̇ni̇z, Fatma Demet Arslan

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Traumatic spinal cord injury (TSCI) is an important health problem, especially in developing countries withadditional socioeconomic loss. Humic acid (HA) usually has antioxidant, antiinflammatory, blood circulating, and antiviral effects.Hence, it was aimed herein to show the effect of HA on neuroprotection in a TSCI model.Materials and method: A TSCI model was used, in which 24 Wistar albino rats were divided into 4 groups: control group: subjectedto only laminectomy; sham group: subjected to laminectomy + TSCI; HA 5 mg/kg group: subjected to laminectomy + TSCI +intraperitoneal (IP) injection of 5 mg/kg of HA; and HA 10 mg/kg group: subjected to laminectomy …


Reliability And Validity Of New Isokinetic Strength Assessment For Rotator Cuff Muscles In A Muscle Architecture-Based Position, Çağlar Soylu, Mustafa Ertuğrul Yaşa, Pervin Demi̇r, Ahmet Mustafa Ada, Tüzün Firat, Necmiye Ün Yildirim Jan 2024

Reliability And Validity Of New Isokinetic Strength Assessment For Rotator Cuff Muscles In A Muscle Architecture-Based Position, Çağlar Soylu, Mustafa Ertuğrul Yaşa, Pervin Demi̇r, Ahmet Mustafa Ada, Tüzün Firat, Necmiye Ün Yildirim

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Isokinetic strength assessment of the rotator cuff muscle is frequently applied in a variety of shoulder postures, butnone of these consider muscular architecture, which is one of the most important aspects of improving strength development. This studyaimed to examine the test and retest reliability and validity of the muscle architecture-based position (MABP), which is 25° abductionand 20° external rotation, in healthy subjects to be able to select a better isokinetic assessment position for shoulder rotator cuff muscles.Materials and methods: A total of 54 healthy males with a mean age of 21.0 ± 1.2 years and mean body mass index of …


Rehabilitation Therapy Versus Drug-Only Therapy In Patients With Multiple Sclerosis, Florin Mihai Marcu, Doriana Ciobanu, Ioan Cosmin Boca, Elena Sirbu, Paul Alexandru Deme, Nicolae Catalin Hreniuc, Dorina Ianc Jan 2024

Rehabilitation Therapy Versus Drug-Only Therapy In Patients With Multiple Sclerosis, Florin Mihai Marcu, Doriana Ciobanu, Ioan Cosmin Boca, Elena Sirbu, Paul Alexandru Deme, Nicolae Catalin Hreniuc, Dorina Ianc

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The treatment for multiple sclerosis (MS) does not cure the disease, but it is intended to reduce the intensity, duration, and frequency of symptoms. Rehabilitation therapy (RT), including an individualized physical therapy program (PTP) and adapted occupational therapy (OT), has benefits in terms of aerobic capacity, muscle strength, coordination, and ability to perform activities of daily living (ADL). The primary objective of this study was to examine the efficacy of RT comprising PTP, OT, and drug treatment (DT) versus DT alone in patients with MS. Another objective was to highlight the importance of continuing the PT and OT at home, …


The Relationship Between Trunk Control, Spinal Posture, And Spinal Mobility In Patients With Multiple Sclerosis: A Cross-Sectional Study, Taşkın Özkan, Nezehat Özgül Ünlüer, Mustafa Ertuğrul Yaşa, Buse Korkmaz, Gönül Vural Jan 2024

The Relationship Between Trunk Control, Spinal Posture, And Spinal Mobility In Patients With Multiple Sclerosis: A Cross-Sectional Study, Taşkın Özkan, Nezehat Özgül Ünlüer, Mustafa Ertuğrul Yaşa, Buse Korkmaz, Gönül Vural

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Trunk control, which plays a key role in balance and mobility, decreases in patients with multiple sclerosis (PwMS) and many parameters such as sensory, motor, and musculoskeletal systems affect trunk control. The aim of this study was to compare trunk control, spinal mobility, and spinal posture in PwMS with healthy controls and investigate the relationship between trunk control with spinal posture and spinal mobility in PwMS.Materials and methods: The study was completed with 38 PwMS and 38 healthy controls with matched age and sex. Trunk control was evaluated with the Trunk Impairment Scale (TIS). Spinal posture and mobility were evaluated …


Comparison Of The Clinical Efficacy Of Ultrasound-Guided Gon Blockade Using Low And High Concentrations Of Bupivacaine In Chronic Migraine, Ümit Murat Parpucu, Onur Küçük, Fatih Sağ, Suna Akın Takmaz, Barış Kiran, İsmail Eren Durmuş, Yılmaz Karaduman, Semih Aydemi̇r Jan 2024

Comparison Of The Clinical Efficacy Of Ultrasound-Guided Gon Blockade Using Low And High Concentrations Of Bupivacaine In Chronic Migraine, Ümit Murat Parpucu, Onur Küçük, Fatih Sağ, Suna Akın Takmaz, Barış Kiran, İsmail Eren Durmuş, Yılmaz Karaduman, Semih Aydemi̇r

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

In this study, it was aimed to retrospectively compare the effect of greater occipital nerve (GON) block performed with ultrasonography using low (0.3%) and high (0.5%) concentrations of bupivacaine on pain scores and patient satisfaction in chronic migraine (CM).Materials and methods: The mean number of days with pain, the mean duration of pain in the attacks, and the highest numerical rating scale (NRS) scores recorded in the 1 month preblock and 1 and 3 months postblock of 80 patients (40 for Group 1, 0.3% bupivacaine; 40 for Group 2, 0.5% bupivacaine) who underwent ultrasonography-guided GON block were recorded from the …


Predicting Difficult Airway In Morbidly Obese Patients Using Ultrasound, Sevim Akin, Mustafa Yildirim, Hakan Artaş, Esef Bolat Jan 2024

Predicting Difficult Airway In Morbidly Obese Patients Using Ultrasound, Sevim Akin, Mustafa Yildirim, Hakan Artaş, Esef Bolat

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Difficult mask ventilation and difficult intubation are more common in obese patients. Ultrasound is a reliable andnoninvasive method for evaluating the airway. The aim of this study was to investigate the contribution and availability of anterior necksoft tissue (ANS) thickness at different levels, tongue volume (TV), hyomental distance (HMD), the ratio of preepiglottic distance todistance between the epiglottis and the midpoint of vocal cords (PE/E-VC) measured by ultrasonography in predicting difficult airwayin morbidly obese patients.Materials and methods: Between March 2020 and November 2020, patients aged ≥18 years with a body mass index (BMI) of ≥40 kg/m2who underwent elective surgery under …


Evaluation Of Accompanying Allergic Disease In Children With Proven Drug Allergies, Şule Büyük Yaytokgi̇l, Kezban İpek Demi̇r, Özge Yılmaz Topal, Azize Pınar Metbulut, İlknur Külhaş Çeli̇k, Müge Toyran, Ersoy Ci̇velek, Emine Di̇bek Misirlioğlu Jan 2024

Evaluation Of Accompanying Allergic Disease In Children With Proven Drug Allergies, Şule Büyük Yaytokgi̇l, Kezban İpek Demi̇r, Özge Yılmaz Topal, Azize Pınar Metbulut, İlknur Külhaş Çeli̇k, Müge Toyran, Ersoy Ci̇velek, Emine Di̇bek Misirlioğlu

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Data on the prevalence of allergic diseases in children with proven drug allergies are limited. We aim to evaluate thefrequency of allergic comorbidity in children with proven common drug allergies.Materials and methods: Children with drug hypersensitivity confirmed by diagnostic allergy tests at our center between January 2010and December 2020 were screened retrospectively. Patients with the most common drug allergies (due to antibiotics, nonsteroidalantiinflammatory drugs [NSAIDs], and antiepileptic drugs) were selected for analysis. Age, sex, the culprit drug, initial reactioncharacteristics, diagnostic test results, and the study physician who diagnosed concomitant allergic diseases were noted.Results: A total of 168 patients (boys, 51.2%) …


Psychometric Properties Of T E Canadian Occupational Performance Measure In Older Individuals, Onur Altuntaş, Medine Nur Özata Değerli̇, Ege Temi̇zkan, Gamze Eki̇ci̇ Jan 2024

Psychometric Properties Of T E Canadian Occupational Performance Measure In Older Individuals, Onur Altuntaş, Medine Nur Özata Değerli̇, Ege Temi̇zkan, Gamze Eki̇ci̇

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) is a person-centered assessment tool frequently used to identify occupational problems in older individuals and establish goals for geriatric rehabilitation. This study aims to assess the validity and reliability of the Turkish version of COPM (COPM-TR) in older people.Materials and methods: One hundred older people completed the COPM-TR, and 25 of them participated in a retest within two weeks. The convergent construct validity analyses of the COPM-TR included conducting correlation analyses between the COPM-TR and the Functional Independence Measure (FIM) and Lawton Brody Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (Lawton-IADL) scales. The Performance and Satisfaction …


Assessing Depression, Anxiety, Stress, And Occupational Decision Regret Levels Among Resident Physicians Working At Ankara University Faculty Of Medicine Hospital, Emrah Emi̇ral, Bari̇s Örs, Nergi̇s Cantürk Jan 2024

Assessing Depression, Anxiety, Stress, And Occupational Decision Regret Levels Among Resident Physicians Working At Ankara University Faculty Of Medicine Hospital, Emrah Emi̇ral, Bari̇s Örs, Nergi̇s Cantürk

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Physicians work under high stress levels due to factors such as excessive workload, emotional factors, and economic variables. This situation leads to various health problems such as depression, burnout, fatigue, and hopelessness, resulting in decreased interest in a medical career and an increase in career choice regret. Materials and methods: 300 volunteer resident physicians from Ankara University Medical Faculty Hospital participated in the study. The data for the research was collected using a survey form prepared by reviewing the literature. The survey consisted of three parts, which questioned the physicians' socio-demographic characteristics and professional choices, including the Depression, Anxiety, …


Association Of Gait Speed And Handgrip Strength With Falls In Older Adults: The Role Of Cognition, Nesli̇han Kayahan Satiş, Sultan Keski̇n Demi̇rcan, Mehmet İlki̇n Naharci Jan 2024

Association Of Gait Speed And Handgrip Strength With Falls In Older Adults: The Role Of Cognition, Nesli̇han Kayahan Satiş, Sultan Keski̇n Demi̇rcan, Mehmet İlki̇n Naharci

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Fall risk assessment is crucial for older adults because falls are associated with morbidity and mortality. This study investigated the relationship of gait speed (GS) and handgrip strength (HGS) with falls and assessed whether cognition mediates this causality.Materials and methods: The study was conducted in a tertiary referral geriatric outpatient clinic. The physical performance of participants was evaluated by GS and HGS. All falls the previous year were noted and factors associated with falls were analyzed using multivariate regression analysis.Results: A total of 1,018 older adults, with a mean age of 78.8 years (±7.2), of whom 64.2% were female, …


Minimally Invasive Sacroiliac Fusion; Current Insights And A Comprehensive Literature Review, Aydin Apaydin, Mehmet Yurtluk, Khoi̇ Than Jan 2024

Minimally Invasive Sacroiliac Fusion; Current Insights And A Comprehensive Literature Review, Aydin Apaydin, Mehmet Yurtluk, Khoi̇ Than

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The sacroiliac joint (SIJ) is an easily dismissable cause of lower back pain (LBP). Recently has gained attention as the source of pain and surgeries addressing this issue have gained attention among surgeons. Classically open fusion surgery was used for the pelvic and sacral fractures to stabilize the structure and then open SIJ fusion surgery started to be used for pain management until the discovery of minimally invasive surgery (MIS). MIS offered fast and effective pain relief with significantly less risk of adverse events following the surgery. Therefore gaining more and more attention each day among surgeons. Our literature review …


Acute Responses Of Strength-Related Gene Expressions To Maximum Strength And Force Sense Acuity, Muammer Altun, Erdal Balcan, Sevinç Batir, Mehmet Hilmi Gökmen, Şule Özgüneş, Zübeyde Öztel Jan 2024

Acute Responses Of Strength-Related Gene Expressions To Maximum Strength And Force Sense Acuity, Muammer Altun, Erdal Balcan, Sevinç Batir, Mehmet Hilmi Gökmen, Şule Özgüneş, Zübeyde Öztel

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Although high muscle strength worsens the sense of force, it is unknown whether there is a relationship betweenthis deterioration and the underlying molecular mechanisms. This study examined the relationship between decreased force sense (FS)acuity and strength-related gene expressions.Materials and methods: Maximal voluntary isometric contraction (MVIC) and FS (50% MVIC) tests were performed on the kneejoints of twenty-two subjects. The expression analyses were evaluated by qRT-PCR in blood samples taken before, after MVIC, after 50%MVIC, and 15 min after the test.Results: MVIC and FS error values were significantly correlated with each other (r = .659, p = .001). The qRT-PCR analyses …


The Effect Of Video-Assisted Training On Upper Extremity Problems And Functions After Rotator Cuff Repair: A Randomized Controlled Trial, Canan Kanat, Gülay Altun Uğraş, Recep Ünal, Servet Can Dönmez, Bahar Taşdelen, Fehmi Volkan Öztuna Jan 2024

The Effect Of Video-Assisted Training On Upper Extremity Problems And Functions After Rotator Cuff Repair: A Randomized Controlled Trial, Canan Kanat, Gülay Altun Uğraş, Recep Ünal, Servet Can Dönmez, Bahar Taşdelen, Fehmi Volkan Öztuna

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body, and is frequently exposed to injuries. The applied surgical treatments, protection of the shoulder after surgery, care in the use of the shoulder in activities of daily living (ADLs) and gradual exercise programs are all vital to the recovery process. The present study investigates the effect of video-assisted training (VAT) on upper extremity complications and functions after rotator cuff repair (RCR).Materials and method: Included in this prospective, parallel two-armed, randomized controlled study were an experimental group (n: 24) that received VAT detailing early postoperative care for RCR and instructions on …


The Right Ventricle Outflow Tract Systolic Function Could Predict The Severity Of The Cirrhosis, İbrahim Dönmez, Güray Can, Emrah Acar Jan 2024

The Right Ventricle Outflow Tract Systolic Function Could Predict The Severity Of The Cirrhosis, İbrahim Dönmez, Güray Can, Emrah Acar

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The distinctive liver framework is converted into structurally abnormal nodules as a consequence of tissue fibrosis in cirrhosis. Cardiac dysfunction in cirrhosis was described, and the term “cirrhotic cardiomyopathy (CCM)” was coined to describe this syndrome. Recent research has shown that the contractile characteristics of the right ventricular outflow tract (RVOT) have a significant impact on right ventricular functions. The right ventricular outflow tract-systolic excursion is an important systolic function marker of RVOT (RVOT-SE). There has yet to be published research on RVOT function in cirrhotic patients. We looked at the relationship between cirrhosis severity and the RVOT-SE.Materials and methods: …


Evaluation Of Bone Health In Terms Of Osteoporosis In Adult Patients With Neuromuscular Disease, Özgür Zeliha Karaahmet, Eda Gürçay, Yasemin Tombak Yildizkan, Damla Cankurtaran, Zeynep Tuba Bahti̇yarca, Ebru Umay Jan 2024

Evaluation Of Bone Health In Terms Of Osteoporosis In Adult Patients With Neuromuscular Disease, Özgür Zeliha Karaahmet, Eda Gürçay, Yasemin Tombak Yildizkan, Damla Cankurtaran, Zeynep Tuba Bahti̇yarca, Ebru Umay

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

There are no current guidelines to help clinicians decide whether patients with adult neuromuscular disease (NMD) should be screened or treated for osteoporosis (OP). This study was undertaken to investigate the presence of OP in patients with various types of NMD and to examine the relationship between OP evaluation parameters and functional status, daily living activities, balance, and ambulation levels.Materials and methods: This cross-sectional study included 45 patients with NMDs. The patients were divided into 3 groups, depending on the affected component of the motor unit (neuronopathy group, neuropathy group, and myopathy group). The laboratory and demographic data were recorded …


Investigating The Biomarker Potential And Molecular Targets Of Tigd1 In Lung Cancer Using Bioinformatics, Merve Gulsen Bal Albayrak, Tuğcan Korak, Murat Kasap, Gurler Akpinar Jan 2024

Investigating The Biomarker Potential And Molecular Targets Of Tigd1 In Lung Cancer Using Bioinformatics, Merve Gulsen Bal Albayrak, Tuğcan Korak, Murat Kasap, Gurler Akpinar

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aimLung cancer, a predominant contributor to cancer mortality, is characterized by diverse etiological factors, including tobacco smoking and genetic susceptibilities. Despite advancements, particularly in non-small cell carcinoma (NSCC), therapeutic options for squamous cell carcinoma (LUSC) are limited. Transposable elements (TE) and their regulatory proteins, such as Transposable element derived (TIGD) family proteins, have been implicated in cancer development. TIGD1, upregulated in various cancers, including LUSC, lacks a defined function. This study aimed to elucidate the biological functions, associated pathways, and interacting proteins of TIGD1.Materials and methodsThe GSE229260 microarray dataset were investigated using GEO2R tool to identify the differentially expressed genes …


Evaluation Of Eye And Serum Findings In Different Waters In Rabbits By Drowning And Submersion Modeling, Aziz Yilmaz, Erdem Hösükler, Abdulgani Kaymaz, Ahmet Yücel Üçgül, Zehra Zerrin Erkol Jan 2024

Evaluation Of Eye And Serum Findings In Different Waters In Rabbits By Drowning And Submersion Modeling, Aziz Yilmaz, Erdem Hösükler, Abdulgani Kaymaz, Ahmet Yücel Üçgül, Zehra Zerrin Erkol

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

This study investigated serum, vitreous, and anterior chamber fluid electrolyte changes, corneal thickness (CT),corneal volume (CV), anterior chamber volume (ACV), and anterior chamber depth (ACD) as an auxiliary diagnostic method in theidentification of drowning in fresh or salt water.Materials and methods: The study used 35 healthy, adult, male, white New Zealand rabbits, seperated into five groups (control, saltwaterdrowning (SWD), saltwater immersion (SWI), freshwater drowning (FWD), freshwater immersion (FWI)). CT, CV, ACV, and ACDmeasurements were made with Pentacam topography at 0, 2, and 4 h in all groups. Magnesium (mg), sodium (Na), and chlorine (Cl)were measured in the blood at 0 …


Distribution And Classifications Of Pkhd1 Gene Variants In Turkish Population With Next Generation Sequencing Method, Yüksel Gezgi̇n, Berkay Kirnaz, Rauf Baylarov, Afi̇g Berdeli̇ Jan 2024

Distribution And Classifications Of Pkhd1 Gene Variants In Turkish Population With Next Generation Sequencing Method, Yüksel Gezgi̇n, Berkay Kirnaz, Rauf Baylarov, Afi̇g Berdeli̇

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease is an inherited kidney disease. This study aims to detect rare and common DNA variants of the PKHD1 gene using next-generation sequencing (NGS) and to classify them in terms of being pathogenic according to The American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics. Materials and methods: NGS analysis was performed on the DNA of 304 patients who were referred to Ege University Molecular Medicine Laboratory with suspected polycystic kidney disease. Results: As a result, a total of 82 different DNA variants, 16 of which were novel, were detected. The breakdown of the variants found is …


Reliability And Validity Of The Turkish Version Of The Infant Motor Activity Log In Infants With Upper Extremity Functional Asymmetry: How Often And How Well?, Kübra Seyhan Biyik, Cemi̇l Özal, Kivanç Deli̇oğlu, Mi̇ntaza Kerem Günel Jan 2024

Reliability And Validity Of The Turkish Version Of The Infant Motor Activity Log In Infants With Upper Extremity Functional Asymmetry: How Often And How Well?, Kübra Seyhan Biyik, Cemi̇l Özal, Kivanç Deli̇oğlu, Mi̇ntaza Kerem Günel

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Functional asymmetry in the upper extremities may occur in infants with neuromotor problems due to neurodevelopmental or musculoskeletal disorders. The aim of this study was to investigate the validity and reliability of the Turkish version of the Infant Motor Activity Log Scale (IMAL-T), which asks about the frequency (how often) and quality (how well) of the affected arm usage during activities in infants with functional asymmetry in the upper extremities.Materials and methods: The IMAL-T was administered face-to-face to parents of 102 infants (60 infants at high risk of cerebral palsy (CP) and 42 infants with brachial plexus birth injury …


Does The Pleth Variability Index Have Any Predictive Value For Intraoperative Respiratory Problems In Bariatric Surgery?, Esra Özayar, Mehmet Şahap, Handan Güleç, Aysun Kurtay, Adem Selvi̇, Hakan Buluş, Özlem Ari Jan 2024

Does The Pleth Variability Index Have Any Predictive Value For Intraoperative Respiratory Problems In Bariatric Surgery?, Esra Özayar, Mehmet Şahap, Handan Güleç, Aysun Kurtay, Adem Selvi̇, Hakan Buluş, Özlem Ari

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

We aimed to search the relationship between the preoperative PVI (pleth variability index) and intraoperative respiratory parameters to reveal whether PVI can be used as a prediction tool in bariatric surgery.Materials and methods: Forty patients undergoing bariatric surgery were included. Noninvasive pleth variability index measured via finger probe before induction of general anesthesia. Following intubation each patient was ventilated in controlled mode. Intraoperative blood pressure, peak airway pressure, end-tidal CO2, SpO2, PEEP, and FiO2 were recorded every 5 min for the first 10 min and then every 10 min until extubation. Steroid and bronchodilator requirements were recorded.Results: The systolic pressure-PVI, …


Predictive Values Of Mallampati Score, Tonsillar Size, And Bmi Z-Score In The Presence And Severity Of Obstructive Sleep Apnea In Pediatric Population, Ayşe Kaçar Bayram, Ahu Paketçi̇, Melek Nur Şahbaz, Sevde Daşdelen, Serkan Bilge Koca Jan 2024

Predictive Values Of Mallampati Score, Tonsillar Size, And Bmi Z-Score In The Presence And Severity Of Obstructive Sleep Apnea In Pediatric Population, Ayşe Kaçar Bayram, Ahu Paketçi̇, Melek Nur Şahbaz, Sevde Daşdelen, Serkan Bilge Koca

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common sleep-related breathing disorder in children. Determination of riskfactors for the development of OSA is essential for early diagnosis and treatment of the disease and decreases the risk of negativeconsequences. This study aimed to investigate the predictive values of Mallampati score, tonsillar size, and BMI z-score in the presenceand severity of OSA in children.Materials and methods: This prospective cross-sectional study included 114 children with OSA symptoms. All children were assessedby BMI z-score, Mallampati score, and tonsillar size and underwent overnight polysomnography. They were consecutively selected andassigned to 4 groups as follows: Group 1 included …


Behavioral Activity Budget Of Grower Beetal Kids Offered Total Mixed Ration Under Stall-Fed System, Priya Dhattarwal, Mandeep Singla, Sandeep Kaswan, Ravinder Singh Grewal, Neeraj Kashyap, Dalpat Singh Malik Jan 2024

Behavioral Activity Budget Of Grower Beetal Kids Offered Total Mixed Ration Under Stall-Fed System, Priya Dhattarwal, Mandeep Singla, Sandeep Kaswan, Ravinder Singh Grewal, Neeraj Kashyap, Dalpat Singh Malik

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

This study investigates the behavioral activities of grower Beetal kids fed in a conventional method-control group manner orgiven total mixed ration (TMR) (i.e. hay-based - T1 and green fodder-based - T2). Twenty-four weaned Beetal kids were enrolled andrandomly distributed into 3 groups based on their body weight, sex, and age. Behavioral observations were recorded 30 min after givingexperimental ration to the kids using the scan sampling method for 1 h, which inferred time spent eating normally, eating with forelegson the cage, and eating with forelegs on the feeders; standing idle and urination were significantly higher in the control group than …