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Diagnostic Efficacy Of Routine Contrast-Enhanced Abdominal Ct For The Assessment Of Osteoporosis In The Turkish Population, Ayşegül Cansu, Di̇lara Atasoy, İlker Eyüboğlu, Murat Karkucak Jan 2020

Diagnostic Efficacy Of Routine Contrast-Enhanced Abdominal Ct For The Assessment Of Osteoporosis In The Turkish Population, Ayşegül Cansu, Di̇lara Atasoy, İlker Eyüboğlu, Murat Karkucak

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: This study aimed to evaluate the diagnostic efficacy of vertebral Hounsfield unit (HU) values on routine contrast-enhanced abdominal computed tomography (CT) scans for the assessment of osteoporosis using dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) T-scores as a reference standard.Materials and methods: A total of 111 consecutive patients who underwent contrast-enhanced abdominal CT examination for any indication and DXA within a 6-month period were retrospectively analyzed. The CT attenuation values of trabecular bone in HUs were measured in axial and sagittal planes from lumbar vertebrae 1-4 (L1-L4). The correlation between the DXA T-scores and HU values measured on the CT scans was …

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Relationship Of Mesenteric Panniculitis With Visceral And Subcutaneous Adipose Tissue, Çi̇ğdem Özer Gökaslan, Eranil Aslan, Emi̇n Demi̇rel, Ayli̇n Yücel Jan 2020

Relationship Of Mesenteric Panniculitis With Visceral And Subcutaneous Adipose Tissue, Çi̇ğdem Özer Gökaslan, Eranil Aslan, Emi̇n Demi̇rel, Ayli̇n Yücel

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Mesenteric panniculitis (MP) is an idiopathic benign disease characterized by fat necrosis, chronic inflammation, and fibrosis. The relationship between obesity and chronic low-grade inflammation has been reported. This study investigated the relationship of MP diagnosed using multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) with visceral adipose tissue (VAT) and subcutaneous adipose tissue (SAT) areas.Materials and methods: We retrospectively enrolled 104 patients with no radiological findings other than MP. Additionally, 76 individuals without any indicative radiological findings were included as controls. VAT and SAT were separately calculated (cm2) using a 3-dimensional workstation. The abdominal circumference was measured (cm). Results: The mean abdominal circumference …

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Twenty Children With Non-Wilms Renal Tumors From A Reference Center In Central Anatolia, Turkey, Ekrem Ünal, Ebru Yilmaz, Alper Özcan, Bi̇lgen Işik, Musa Karakükcü, Cüneyt Turan, Hülya Akgün, Fi̇gen Öztürk, Abdulhaki̇m Coşkun, Mehmet Aki̇f Özdemi̇r, Türkan Patiroğlu Jan 2020

Twenty Children With Non-Wilms Renal Tumors From A Reference Center In Central Anatolia, Turkey, Ekrem Ünal, Ebru Yilmaz, Alper Özcan, Bi̇lgen Işik, Musa Karakükcü, Cüneyt Turan, Hülya Akgün, Fi̇gen Öztürk, Abdulhaki̇m Coşkun, Mehmet Aki̇f Özdemi̇r, Türkan Patiroğlu

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Non-Wilms renal tumors (NWRTs) are rarely encountered in children. The aim of this study is to determine the treatment strategies, prognosis, outcomes, and survival of children with NWRTs at Erciyes University in Kayseri, Turkey.Materials and methods: Medical records of all patients (n = 20) treated for NWRTs over a 23-year period (1995-2018) were reviewed retrospectively.Results: There was male predominance (female/male: 7/13); the median age at diagnosis was 3.2 years old (0.1-13.5 years old). The major histological groups included mesoblastic nephroma (MBN), (n: 5, 25%), malignant rhabdoid tumor (MRT), (n: 5, 25%), renal cell carcinoma, (n: 3, 15%), inflammatory myofibroblastic …

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Predictive Factors For Treatment Success Of Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection In Lumbar Disc Herniation-Induced Sciatica, Savaş Şencan, Alp Eren Çelenli̇oğlu, Ruslan Asadov, Osman Hakan Gündüz Jan 2020

Predictive Factors For Treatment Success Of Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection In Lumbar Disc Herniation-Induced Sciatica, Savaş Şencan, Alp Eren Çelenli̇oğlu, Ruslan Asadov, Osman Hakan Gündüz

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: The aim of this study was to identify predictive factors for treatment success in transforaminal epidural steroid injection in patients with lumbar disc herniation-induced sciatica. Materials and methods: A total of 219 patients who were diagnosed with unilateral sciatica and underwent transforaminal epidural steroid injections at the level of L4-5, L5-S1, or S1 neural foramina between March 2016 and May 2018 were retrospectively analyzed. The presence of transitional vertebrae and the grade of nerve root compression were evaluated by a radiologist. Data including age, sex, body mass index, duration of symptoms, injection levels, and pain scores were recorded. Pain …

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Patients With Copd Who Underwent Pulmonary Rehabilitation In Turkey: Prevalence, Distribution, And Mortality, Tarkan Özdemi̇r, İpek Candemi̇r, Pinar Ergün, Mustafa Hami̇dullah Türkkani, Orhan Koç Jan 2020

Patients With Copd Who Underwent Pulmonary Rehabilitation In Turkey: Prevalence, Distribution, And Mortality, Tarkan Özdemi̇r, İpek Candemi̇r, Pinar Ergün, Mustafa Hami̇dullah Türkkani, Orhan Koç

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background: Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is an effective, evidenced-based treatment. Despite its proven effect, it is still underused. The aim of this study was to present the number of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who underwent PR, general mortality percentages, the rate of patients prescribed PR by pulmonologists, and the distribution of institutions where PR was performed between 2008 and 2016 in Turkey. Materials and methods: The documents were obtained from Turkish Institution of Social Insurance. Ages, sexes, and numbers of patients with COPD who underwent PR between 2008 and 2016 were recorded. The number of patients with COPD …

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Can Postoperative Pain Be Predicted? New Parameter: Analgesia Nociception Index, Ali̇ Şefi̇k Köprülü, Ali̇ Haspolat, Yaşar Gökhan Gül, Nurşen Tanrikulu Jan 2020

Can Postoperative Pain Be Predicted? New Parameter: Analgesia Nociception Index, Ali̇ Şefi̇k Köprülü, Ali̇ Haspolat, Yaşar Gökhan Gül, Nurşen Tanrikulu

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: The Analgesia Nociception Index (ANI) is a new method of identifying nociception-analgesia balance. In this study, we investigate the correlation between the ANI and numeric rating scale (NRS) values immediately before and after extubation. The NRS values were recorded in the postanesthesia care unit, in a group of patients who underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy, with the aim of evaluating the potential use of ANI values in the prediction of postoperative pain levels.Materials and methods: The ANI and NRS values, heartbeat rate (HR), systolic and diastolic arterial pressure (SAP/DAP), and oxygen saturation (SpO2) values of the patients were recorded into three …

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Evaluation Of A Two-Image Technique Consisting Of An Axial And A Coronal Image Generated By Using The Rib-Flattening Application: Effect On Reading Time And Diagnostic Validity, Hüseyi̇n Koray Kiliç, Meli̇h Akyüz, Emetullah Ci̇ndi̇l, Nesri̇n Erdoğan, Gonca Erbaş, Mehmet Araç Jan 2020

Evaluation Of A Two-Image Technique Consisting Of An Axial And A Coronal Image Generated By Using The Rib-Flattening Application: Effect On Reading Time And Diagnostic Validity, Hüseyi̇n Koray Kiliç, Meli̇h Akyüz, Emetullah Ci̇ndi̇l, Nesri̇n Erdoğan, Gonca Erbaş, Mehmet Araç

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: When reading a chest CT, a radiologist needs to evaluate each rib one by one due to complex curvy shape, which makes reporting a tiresome and time-consuming task. A new curved planar reformat application that flattens ribs on a single plane may find a place in the radiology reporting room. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of a two-image set created by using the rib-flattening application on the performance of a radiologist in detecting sclerotic rib lesions in cancer patients. Materials and methods: The local Institutional Review Board approved this retrospective study.Two radiologists with different experience levels reviewed …

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Severe Neonatal Hyperbilirubinemia In The Southeast Region Of Turkey, Özlem Bozkurt, Ebru Yücesoy, Baran Oğuz, Ömür Akinel, Mehmet Fati̇h Palali, Nurgül Ataş Jan 2020

Severe Neonatal Hyperbilirubinemia In The Southeast Region Of Turkey, Özlem Bozkurt, Ebru Yücesoy, Baran Oğuz, Ömür Akinel, Mehmet Fati̇h Palali, Nurgül Ataş

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Severe neonatal hyperbilirubinemia is an important cause of morbidity and mortality in developing countries. The aim was to assess etiologic reasons for development of severe hyperbilirubinemia and define risk factors for exchange transfusion and acute bilirubin encephalopathy (ABE) in Şanlıurfa located in the southeast region of Turkey.Materials and methods: An observational cohort study included 115 infants with ≥35 weeks of gestation admitted with diagnosis of severe hyperbilirubinemia in a period of 18 months. Potential risk factors associated with exchange transfusion and development of ABE were analyzed.Results: Among 115 infants, 67 (58.3%) received exchange transfusion and 45 (39.1%) developed ABE. …

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Thiol/Disulfide Homeostasis And Ischemia Modified Albumin Levels In Autoimmune Gastritis And Their Relations With Gastric Emptying, Emra Asfuroğlu Kalkan, Serap Boz, Özcan Erel, Sali̇m Neşeli̇oğlu, Çağdaş Kalkan, Ari̇f İrfan Soykan Jan 2020

Thiol/Disulfide Homeostasis And Ischemia Modified Albumin Levels In Autoimmune Gastritis And Their Relations With Gastric Emptying, Emra Asfuroğlu Kalkan, Serap Boz, Özcan Erel, Sali̇m Neşeli̇oğlu, Çağdaş Kalkan, Ari̇f İrfan Soykan

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Autoimmune gastritis is an autoimmune and inflammatory disorder. The aim of this study is to examine dynamic thiol/disulfide homeostasis and ischemia modified albumin levels, and to analyze the association between thiol/disulfide homeostasis and gastric emptying time in autoimmune gastritis. Materials and methods: Thiol/disulfide homeostasis tests and ischemia modified albumin levels were determined in 50 autoimmune gastritis patients and 53 healthy subjects. Patients with delayed and normal gastric emptying were compared by thiol/disulfide homeostasis tests. Results: The results showed that native thiol (μmol/L), total thiol (μmol/L), and native thiol/total thiol ratio (%) of the patients with autoimmune gastritis decreased compared …

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Effects Of Early Mobilization And Weight Bearing On Postoperative Walking Ability And Pain In Geriatric Patients Operated Due To Hip Fracture: A Retrospective Analysis, Tolgahan Kuru, Haci Ali̇ Olçar Jan 2020

Effects Of Early Mobilization And Weight Bearing On Postoperative Walking Ability And Pain In Geriatric Patients Operated Due To Hip Fracture: A Retrospective Analysis, Tolgahan Kuru, Haci Ali̇ Olçar

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Hip fractures in older adults are associated with high morbidity, mortality, and subsequent hospital costs and decreased quality of life. The objective of this study was to evaluate geriatric patients who underwent partial prosthesis surgery following hip fracture and effects of early mobilization and weight bearing on postoperative walking ability and pain. Materials and methods: A total of 52 geriatric patients with intertrochanteric and femoral neck fractures were included in the study. Patients' service files, system records, pre- and postoperative X-rays were retrospectively reviewed.Results: There were 52 patients in the study group with 36 (69.2%) being female. The mean …

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Addition Of Intratympanic Steroid Or Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment To Systemic Steroid Treatment In Sudden Idiopathic Sensorineural Hearing Loss Treatment, And Long-Term Results Of Salvage Treatment, Kemal Keseroğlu, Gökhan Toptaş, Ahmet Uluat, Ömer Bayir, Emel Çadalli Tatar, Güleser Saylam, Mehmet Hakan Korkmaz, Ali̇ Özdek Jan 2020

Addition Of Intratympanic Steroid Or Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment To Systemic Steroid Treatment In Sudden Idiopathic Sensorineural Hearing Loss Treatment, And Long-Term Results Of Salvage Treatment, Kemal Keseroğlu, Gökhan Toptaş, Ahmet Uluat, Ömer Bayir, Emel Çadalli Tatar, Güleser Saylam, Mehmet Hakan Korkmaz, Ali̇ Özdek

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: This study aims to determine the therapeutic superiority of the addition of intratympanic steroid or hyperbaric oxygen therapy to systemic steroid treatment in idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss as initial treatment, and evaluate the long-term results of salvage treatment. Materials and methods: This study was a retrospective clinical trial with a total of 96 patients with idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss. Patients were divided into 3 groups. Group 1 (n: 32) received systemic steroid treatment. Group 2 (n: 32) received the Group 1 protocol plus intratympanic steroid treatment. Group 3 (n: 32) received the Group 1 protocol plus hyperbaric …

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The Effects Of Pregabalin And Adductor Canal Block On Postoperative Pain In Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction, Fatma Kavak Akelma, İlkay Baran Akkuş, Savaş Altinsoy, Derya Özkan, Jüli̇de Ergi̇l Jan 2020

The Effects Of Pregabalin And Adductor Canal Block On Postoperative Pain In Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction, Fatma Kavak Akelma, İlkay Baran Akkuş, Savaş Altinsoy, Derya Özkan, Jüli̇de Ergi̇l

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: To determine the effectiveness of pregabalin and adductor canal block on opioid consumption, postoperative pain, and fast-tracking.Materials and methods: A total of 51 American Society of Anaesthesiologists (ASA) classification I-II patients aged 18-70 years who were scheduled to undergo elective anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction were included in the study. Patients were randomized into groups P, A, and C. Patients in group P (n = 16), received 150 mg of preoperative oral pregabalin, patients in group A (n = 17) received postoperative adductor canal blockade, and patients in group C (n = 18) received neither adductor canal block nor pregabalin. …

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An Epidemiologic Study Of Physician-Diagnosed Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease In The Turkish Population: Copdturkey-1, Tarkan Özdemi̇r, Ni̇lgün Yilmaz Demi̇rci̇, Hati̇ce Kiliç, Orhan Koç, Akin Kaya, Can Öztürk Jan 2020

An Epidemiologic Study Of Physician-Diagnosed Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease In The Turkish Population: Copdturkey-1, Tarkan Özdemi̇r, Ni̇lgün Yilmaz Demi̇rci̇, Hati̇ce Kiliç, Orhan Koç, Akin Kaya, Can Öztürk

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common disease characterized by persistent airflow limitation and respiratory symptoms. It is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality all over the world. Our data on COPD in Turkey are limited. This study was intended to examine the epidemiologic characteristics of COPD in the Turkish population, between 2012 and 2016. Materials and methods: This population-based, descriptive, surveillance study examined physician-diagnosed COPD prevalence, incidence, and mortality in Turkey.The database of the Social Security System of Turkey was scanned and ICD-10 J44.0-J44.9 codes for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purposes were evaluated retrospectively. Results: In 2016, …

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Comparison Of Direct Laryngoscope And Mcgrath Videolaryngoscope In Terms Of Glottic View And Hemodynamics In Bariatric Surgery, Mehmet Çakir, Erhan Özyurt Jan 2020

Comparison Of Direct Laryngoscope And Mcgrath Videolaryngoscope In Terms Of Glottic View And Hemodynamics In Bariatric Surgery, Mehmet Çakir, Erhan Özyurt

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: In the recent years, videolaryngoscopes (VL) have emerged as alternative devices to direct laryngoscopes (DL) in difficult intubation situations. Therefore, we aimed to compare the Macintosh DL and McGrath VL in terms of the glottic image quality, intubation success, intubation time, hemodynamic response after intubation, and complications in bariatric surgery patients.Material and methods: After obtaining approval by the ethics committee and receiving informed consent, we recorded the demographic and physical data of patients undergoing bariatric surgery. Patients were divided into 2 groups: Group M was intubated with the Macintosh DL, and Group V was intubated with the McGrath VL. …

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Cytomorphological Findings In Diagnosis Of Warthin Tumor, Fatma Fulya Köybaşioğlu, Bi̇nnur Önal, Ünsal Han, Ayşegül Adabağ, Ahmet Şahpaz Jan 2020

Cytomorphological Findings In Diagnosis Of Warthin Tumor, Fatma Fulya Köybaşioğlu, Bi̇nnur Önal, Ünsal Han, Ayşegül Adabağ, Ahmet Şahpaz

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: To define the cytomorphologic findings leading to difficulties in diagnosis of Warthin tumors (WTs).Materials and methods: Forty-eight histopathologically diagnosed WT patients who had fine needle aspiration cytology preoperatively were reevaluated for defining the presence or absence of lymphocytes, oncocytic cell layer, oncocytic cell papillae, granular debris background, mucoid background, macrophages, polymorphonuclear cells, mast cells, squamous-like cells, atypical vacuolated cytoplasmic cells, and giant cells.Results: Forty-seven tumors were in the parotid gland and one in the submandibular gland. There were 37 (77%) male and 11 (23%) female patients. Cytopathologically in 36 patients the diagnosis was benign neoplasm (WT); in 6, other …

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Reconstruction Of Complex Shallow Defects Of The Extremities With Free Serratus Musculofascial Flap*, Hakan Çi̇nal, Ensar Zafer Barin, Murat Kara, Kerem Yilmaz, Harun Karaduman, İhti̇şam Zafer Cengi̇z, Önder Tan Jan 2020

Reconstruction Of Complex Shallow Defects Of The Extremities With Free Serratus Musculofascial Flap*, Hakan Çi̇nal, Ensar Zafer Barin, Murat Kara, Kerem Yilmaz, Harun Karaduman, İhti̇şam Zafer Cengi̇z, Önder Tan

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Thin and flexible flaps are needed for the repair of extremity tissue defects. Serratus fascia flaps are the most suitable options. There are only a few case reports and case series in the literature. We have aimed to increase the success rate by taking the serratus fascia flaps together with some muscle tissue for the repair of extremity tissue defects. Materials and methods: Between 2006 and 2015, 12 free serratus musculofascial flaps (FSMFFs) were transferred to 11 patients (8 males, 3 females) who had tissue shallow defects of the extremities due to different etiologic factors. The mean age was …

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Impact Of The Demographic And Aetiological Factors And Intraoperative Findings On Postoperative Outcomes In Chronic Otitis Media Surgery, Süleyman Cebeci̇, Mehmet Suat Özbi̇len, İsmet Bayramoğlu, Yusuf Kemal Kemaloğlu, Kadi̇r Kemal Uygur, Yildirim Ahmet Bayazit, Recep Karamert Jan 2020

Impact Of The Demographic And Aetiological Factors And Intraoperative Findings On Postoperative Outcomes In Chronic Otitis Media Surgery, Süleyman Cebeci̇, Mehmet Suat Özbi̇len, İsmet Bayramoğlu, Yusuf Kemal Kemaloğlu, Kadi̇r Kemal Uygur, Yildirim Ahmet Bayazit, Recep Karamert

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Surgical success is related with many factors belonging to both the patient and the disease. This study aims to analyse the preoperative and intraoperative characteristics, the postoperative results, and the factors affecting the surgical success in different types of chronic otitis media (COM).Materials and methods: A total of 1510 ears of 1398 patients who underwent COM surgery were included in the study. Postoperative results were obtained from 376 ears of 356 patients who had been followed after surgery. The demographic characteristics of the patients, such as age and sex, operative findings, preoperative audiological examination results, and final audiometric and …

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Early Pregnancy After Bariatric Surgery: A Single-Institute Preliminary Experience, Emre Günakan, Hakan Buluş, Yusuf Aytaç Tohma Jan 2020

Early Pregnancy After Bariatric Surgery: A Single-Institute Preliminary Experience, Emre Günakan, Hakan Buluş, Yusuf Aytaç Tohma

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Pregnancy after bariatric surgery is an issue of growing importance with increasing number of women undergoing bariatric surgery. Therefore, in this study we present patients who conceived after sleeve gastrectomy and evaluate the obstetric outcomes. Materials and methods: This retrospective case-control study includes 23 women who conceived after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. Patients were evaluated in two groups according to the number of months between surgery and conception (group 1: ≤12 months; group 2: >12 months). Results: The mean body mass index of patients before surgery and at the time of conception was 46.6 kg/m2 and 29.7 kg/m2, respectively. Nine …

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Does Selection Of Nostrils Really Affect Performance Of Nasotracheal Intubation With Nasotracheal Airtraq®?, Liu-Jia-Zi Shao, Shaohua Liu, Fushan Xue Jan 2020

Does Selection Of Nostrils Really Affect Performance Of Nasotracheal Intubation With Nasotracheal Airtraq®?, Liu-Jia-Zi Shao, Shaohua Liu, Fushan Xue

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

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Avascular Necrosis Less Frequently Found In Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patients With The Use Of Alternate Day Corticosteroid, İsmai̇l Doğan, Umut Kalyoncu, Levent Kiliç, Ali̇ Akdoğan, Ömer Karadağ, Sedat Ki̇raz, Şazi̇ye Şule Apraş Bi̇lgen, Ali̇ İhsan Ertenli̇ Jan 2020

Avascular Necrosis Less Frequently Found In Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patients With The Use Of Alternate Day Corticosteroid, İsmai̇l Doğan, Umut Kalyoncu, Levent Kiliç, Ali̇ Akdoğan, Ömer Karadağ, Sedat Ki̇raz, Şazi̇ye Şule Apraş Bi̇lgen, Ali̇ İhsan Ertenli̇

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Avascular necrosis (AVN) is the death of bone due to compromise of blood flow. The etiology of AVN is multifactorial; corticosteroid usage is the second most significant factor after trauma, and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is the most common underlying disease. The objective of this study was to assess the factors of AVN in SLE patients. Materials and methods: The study included 127 patients with SLE who fulfilled 1997 American College of Rheumatology (ACR) revised criteria. Demographic data, age at SLE diagnosis, disease duration, disease activity, body mass index, clinical findings, antiphospholipid syndrome, steroid usage, dose and duration, comorbid …

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Effects Of The Online Computerized Cognitive Training Program Beynex On The Cognitive Tests Of Individuals With Subjective Cognitive Impairment And Alzheimer's Disease On Rivastigmine Therapy, Ni̇lgün Çinar, Türker Ahmet Hasan Şahi̇ner Jan 2020

Effects Of The Online Computerized Cognitive Training Program Beynex On The Cognitive Tests Of Individuals With Subjective Cognitive Impairment And Alzheimer's Disease On Rivastigmine Therapy, Ni̇lgün Çinar, Türker Ahmet Hasan Şahi̇ner

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Clinical trials conducted on the efficacy of computerized cognitive training (CCT) programs have not led to any important breakthroughs. CCT is a safe and inexpensive approach, but its efficacy in patients on rivastigmine therapy has not been evaluated. This study aims to compare effects of CCT and examines rivastigmine to determine whether CCT has any further contributions to make. Materials and methods: Sixty individuals with subjective memory complaint (SCI) and 60 individuals with early stage Alzheimer's dementia (AD) were subjected to the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), Cambridge Cognition (CANTAB tests: MOT, PRM, DMS, SWM, PAL, RTI), and Bayer-ADL. After …

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Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

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Carbapenem-Resistant Klebsiella Pneumonia Infection Outbreak In A Tertiary Urology Clinic: Analysis Of Influencing Factors With A Controlled Trial, Fuat Kizilay, Bayram Ali̇yev, Adnan Şi̇mşi̇r, Mustafa Serdar Kalemci̇, Ti̇mur Köse, Meltem Taşbakan, Hüsnü Pullukçu Jan 2020

Carbapenem-Resistant Klebsiella Pneumonia Infection Outbreak In A Tertiary Urology Clinic: Analysis Of Influencing Factors With A Controlled Trial, Fuat Kizilay, Bayram Ali̇yev, Adnan Şi̇mşi̇r, Mustafa Serdar Kalemci̇, Ti̇mur Köse, Meltem Taşbakan, Hüsnü Pullukçu

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae (CR-KP) infections encountered in urology patients differentiate from infections caused by other factors, both in respect to prophylaxis and treatment stage, and require a special approach. We aimed to analyse the predisposing factors and the antibiotherapies for CR-KP infection outbreak in a tertiary urology clinic.Materials and methods: There were 75 patients in the CR-KP positive group (Group I) and 146 patients in the CR-KP negative group (Group II). Analysis of the predisposing factors for CR-KP infection and comparison of the reinfection rate and the antibiotherapies in the 2 groups were the endpoints.Results: In the first group, …

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Characterization Of Silk Sutures Coated With Propolis And Biogenic Silver Nanoparticles (Agnps); An Eco-Friendly Solution With Wound Healing Potential Against Surgical Site Infections (Ssis), Tuba Baygar Jan 2020

Characterization Of Silk Sutures Coated With Propolis And Biogenic Silver Nanoparticles (Agnps); An Eco-Friendly Solution With Wound Healing Potential Against Surgical Site Infections (Ssis), Tuba Baygar

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Bacterial adherence to a suture material is one of the main causes of surgical site infections. An antibacterial suture material with enhanced wound healing function may protect the surgical site from infections. Thus, the present study aimed to investigate the synergistic effect of propolis and biogenic metallic nanoparticles when combined with silk sutures for biomedical use.Materials and methods: Silver nanoparticle (AgNP) synthesis was carried out via a microbial-mediated biological route and impregnated on propolis-loaded silk sutures using an in situ process. Silk sutures fabricated with propolis and biosynthesized AgNPs (bioAgNP-propolis-coated sutures) were intensively characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), …

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St534: The New Sequence Type Of Corynebacterium Diphtheriae Causing Diphtheria In Jakarta And Surrounding Areas, Indonesia, Sunarno Sunarno, Yuni Rukminiati, Ratih Dian Saraswati Jan 2020

St534: The New Sequence Type Of Corynebacterium Diphtheriae Causing Diphtheria In Jakarta And Surrounding Areas, Indonesia, Sunarno Sunarno, Yuni Rukminiati, Ratih Dian Saraswati

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: The aim of this study was to find out characteristics and patterns of the spread of Corynebacterium diphtheriaeisolated from Jakarta and the surrounding areas, using the whole genome sequencing (WGS) technique and multilocus sequence typing (MLST) approach.Materials and methods: The study samples consisted of 86 C. diphtheriae isolates, which were isolated from diphtheria patients and close contacts of patients. The DNA sequencing was carried out using the WGS technique. Data conversion applied the U-gene software. Molecular typing was conducted through the MLST approach, then followed by online data analysis. Results: The results showed that as many as 43 (50%) …

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An Evaluation Of The Effects Of Caffeic Acid Phenethyl Ester And Ankaferd Blood Stopper On Secondary Wound Healing Of Oral Mucosal Tissue, Mehmet Gül, Ahmet Günay, Abdulsamet Tanik Jan 2020

An Evaluation Of The Effects Of Caffeic Acid Phenethyl Ester And Ankaferd Blood Stopper On Secondary Wound Healing Of Oral Mucosal Tissue, Mehmet Gül, Ahmet Günay, Abdulsamet Tanik

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Caffeic acid phenethyl ester (CAPE) and Ankaferd Blood Stopper (ABS) are considered to contribute to wound healing. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of ABS and CAPE on secondary wound healing of oral mucosal tissue. Materials and methods: In total, 63 male Sprague-Dawley rats were used in this study. The animals were randomly divided into three groups and anaesthetized with ketamine (8 mg/100 g, intraperitoneally): a control group, CAPE group, and ABS group. A full-thickness excisional wound was created using a 4 mm punch biopsy tool. Topical ABS and CAPE were then applied in each …

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Carvacrol Alters Soluble Factors In Hct-116 And Ht-29 Cell Lines, Ahu Pakdemi̇rli̇, Caner Karaca, Tolga Sever, Ezgi̇ Daşkin, Asim Leblebi̇ci̇, Türkan Yi̇ği̇tbaşi, Yasemi̇n Başbinar Jan 2020

Carvacrol Alters Soluble Factors In Hct-116 And Ht-29 Cell Lines, Ahu Pakdemi̇rli̇, Caner Karaca, Tolga Sever, Ezgi̇ Daşkin, Asim Leblebi̇ci̇, Türkan Yi̇ği̇tbaşi, Yasemi̇n Başbinar

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Natural products are popular insights for researchers to investigate promising anti-cancer agents since some of these substances have lesser adverse effects restricting the treatment than traditional chemotherapeutic agents. A well-known monoterpene Carvacrol, widely consumed in Mediterranean cuisine and lower risks of cancer, has efficient anticancer effects. However, the mechanism of action is yet to be discovered. Materials and methods: The investigation aims to illuminate a new perceptive in the role of this substance on colorectal cancer treatment, by the means of differences in a well-defined range of soluble factors. Carvacrol effect on both HT-29 and HCT-116 cell lines was …

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Reply To Letter To The Editor, Zehra İpek Arslan Aydin Jan 2020

Reply To Letter To The Editor, Zehra İpek Arslan Aydin

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Geoepidemiology And Clinical Characteristics Of Neonatal Lupus Erythematosus: Asystematic Literature Review Of Individual Patients' Data, Abdulsamet Erden, Antonis Fanouri̇aki̇s, Levent Kiliç, Alper Sari, Berkan Armağan, Emre Bi̇lgi̇n, Yusuf Zi̇ya Şener, Benazi̇r Hymabaccus, Fati̇h Gürler, Serdar Ceylan, Sedat Ki̇raz, Ömer Karadağ, Dimitrious Boumpas Jan 2020

Geoepidemiology And Clinical Characteristics Of Neonatal Lupus Erythematosus: Asystematic Literature Review Of Individual Patients' Data, Abdulsamet Erden, Antonis Fanouri̇aki̇s, Levent Kiliç, Alper Sari, Berkan Armağan, Emre Bi̇lgi̇n, Yusuf Zi̇ya Şener, Benazi̇r Hymabaccus, Fati̇h Gürler, Serdar Ceylan, Sedat Ki̇raz, Ömer Karadağ, Dimitrious Boumpas

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Neonatal lupus erythematosus (NLE) is an autoimmune syndrome caused by transplacental transmission of maternal autoantibodies, often with devastating consequences. The objective of this systematic literature review was to analyze the demographic data, geoepidemiology, clinical, and serological characteristics associated with NLE. Materials and methods: We performed a systematic literature search of the Pubmed database covering the period from 1976 to August 2015, using the MeSH terms "neonatal lupus" or "congenital heart block". To be included in the study, articles of any type (original articles, case series, and case reports) had to report on infants with NLE on an individualized (i.e. …

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25-Hydroxy Vitamin D Level Is Associated With Sleep Disturbances In Patients With Chronickidney Disease On Hemodialysis: A Cross-Sectional Study, Demet Yavuz, Rahman Yavuz, Mehmet Derya Demi̇rağ, Düri̇ye Sila Karagöz Özen, Zeynep Banu Ramazanoğlu Jan 2020

25-Hydroxy Vitamin D Level Is Associated With Sleep Disturbances In Patients With Chronickidney Disease On Hemodialysis: A Cross-Sectional Study, Demet Yavuz, Rahman Yavuz, Mehmet Derya Demi̇rağ, Düri̇ye Sila Karagöz Özen, Zeynep Banu Ramazanoğlu

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Deficient levels of vitamin D are an important factor in the pathogenesis of some neurodegenerative diseases. The aim of this study is to determine the relationship between vitamin D deficiency and depression status and sleep disorders of patients on dialysis. Materials and methods: In this cross-sectional study, 121 hemodialysis patients were enrolled. All patients had been on hemodialysis for at least six months at the time of the study. Sleep quality and depression status were measured by using specific inventories. All the patients filled out Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), and gave blood samples. …

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