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Review Of "From The Battlefield To The Stage: The Many Lives Of General John Burgoyne" By Norman S. Poser, Matthew Barrett

Canadian Military History

Review of From the Battlefield to the Stage: The Many Lives of General John Burgoyne by Norman S. Poser

Through The Eyes Of A Guard: Watson Kirkconnell And Great War Internment In Canada, Daniel R. Meister

Canadian Military History

Histories of internment in Canada have paid much attention to internees’ experiences but far less to those of the guards. Correcting this trend, this article offers a detailed case study of one soldier, Watson Kirkconnell, who worked at the Fort Henry and Kapuskasing internment camps. Drawing on his valuable but heretofore unutilised archive of material, this article provides a vivid social history of the camps through Kirkconnell’s eyes. Nuancing the historiography of wartime internment, this article demonstrates how commandants determined the experiences of both internees and guards alike and, at the same time, that staff could sometimes mitigate their superior’s …

“Your Lads […] Looked Much Like The Reappearance Of Jesus Christ To Us”: Canada, The Iccs And The Release Of Us Prisoners Of War In Vietnam, Jean-Michel Turcotte

Canadian Military History

Abstract : Between January and July 1973, 240 Canadian military personnel took part in the International Commission for Control and Supervision (ICCS), responsible for monitoring the Paris Peace Agreements ending the American war in Vietnam. Canadian military observers notably supervised the release of 595 Americans prisoners of war (POWs) as well as over 32,000 Vietnamese captives. This article suggests that the ICCS, often viewed in the historiography as ineffective because of the numerous violations of the agreements, was much more successful in terms of monitoring US POW releases. In addition, it argues that helping the ally was a priority for …

Ucf Pegasus Plan - 5th Grade - Spilled Tea And Signed Freedoms, Sarah Gaudiosi, Milka Lucas-Dominguez, Maya Lopez, Natalie Ferguson, Destineebrittney Selby

Pegasus Plans: Social Studies Unit Plans for Florida Teachers

During this unit, students will explore the causes, key events, influential figures, and significant documents of the American Revolution through hands-on activities, interactive timelines, primary sources, and multimedia tools. Students will deepen their understanding of American Independence by examining the contributions of African Americans and women during the Revolutionary War, analyzing the terms and impact of the Treaty of Paris, and reflecting on how the Revolution continues to influence American government and society today.

Unraveling The Relationship Between Sexual Shame And Father-Child Sex Communication, Hannah Mireya Brundage

Theses and Dissertations

This study sought to understand the relationship between father’s sexual shame and children’s sexual shame. Parents play a role in shaping their children’s behaviors and perceptions in regard to sexuality. Most of this research analyzed data from the viewpoint of the mother, missing the potentially unique perspective and influence of fathers. Using longitudinal survey data from 361 fathers-adolescent dyads, I proposed to study the relations between father sexual shame and child sexual shame, and the possible mediating role of father-child sex communication. I predicted that quality of sex communication, including controlling and open communication, would mediate father sexual shame and …

Enhancing Fault Tolerance In Tmr Soft Risc-V Fpga Socs Through Failure-Driven Mitigation Strategies, Andrew Elbert Wilson

Theses and Dissertations

Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) leveraging soft processors, particularly those implementing the open-standard RISC-V Instruction Set Architecture (ISA), are increasingly important for space missions due to their adaptability and reconfigurability. However, their susceptibility to radiation-induced Single Event Upsets (SEUs) presents significant reliability challenges, necessitating robust fault-tolerant strategies such as Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR). This dissertation evaluates the effectiveness of TMR-based mitigation techniques for Linux-capable soft RISC-V System-on-Chip (SoC) implementations deployed on SRAM-based FPGAs operating in high-radiation environments. Using a combination of deterministic fault injection and neutron radiation testing, this work identifies critical residual single-point failure modes that persist in TMR-protected designs. …

Getting It Right: Common Alma Mistakes And How To Fix Them, Kristen Fredericksen

Publications and Research

In this session, we will explore common issues faced by Alma users and offer practical solutions to address them. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the inner workings of Alma and leave equipped with the knowledge to optimize their Alma experience. This presentation is tailored for librarians, system administrators, and anyone seeking to enhance their proficiency with the Alma library management system.

Development Of A Near Terahertz Backward Wave Oscillator Using Standard Waveguide, Alexander Glick

Electrical and Computer Engineering ETDs

There is a demand for terahertz (THz) frequency radiation sources. Applications include, but are not limited to, imaging for medical and security purposes, biochemical and organic spectroscopy, and velocimetry. Historically, there was a limited supply of THz devices due to technological limitations. In recent years much progress has been made to reduce this “gap” in supply and demand for THz sources. This work proposes a vacuum electronic device that produces high power, extremely high frequency radiation in the G-band, by utilizing a backward wave oscillator (BWO) based on WR3 standard waveguide. This device is compact, fundamentally simple, and has great …

A Comprehensive Systematic Review Of Machine Learning Applications In Assessing Land Use/Cover Dynamics And Their Impact On Land Surface Temperatures, Rasool Vahid, Mohamed Aly

Environmental Dynamics Faculty Publications and Presentations

In a world experiencing rapid urbanization, the phenomenon of land surface temperature (LST) variation has invited substantial attention due to its profound impact on the environment and human well-being. Changes in land use and land cover (LULC) within urban areas significantly influence the dynamics of LST and are a major driver of urban eco-environmental change. The complex connections between LULC dynamics, LST, and climate change are investigated in this systematic review, with a focus on the combined effects of these variables and the use of Machine Learning (ML) techniques. The data in this study, based on peer-reviewed publications from the …

Exploring The Lived Experiences Of Black Women Leaders In U.S. Higher Education Institutions: Challenges And Opportunities, Jacqueline S. Haire

Human Resource Development Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to explore the lived experiences of Black women leaders in U.S. higher education institutions from the lens of Black feminist theory and intersectionality and to provide implications for HRD research and practice. Given the limited empirical research on Black women leaders in higher education and the existing gap in the literature regarding their experiences, this study aimed to understand the challenges and opportunities that Black women leaders encounter in U.S. higher education institutions.

Using a basic qualitative research design (Merriam & Tisdell, 2016), I conducted semi-structured interviews with 15 Black women leaders holding executive …

Ex Vivo And Simulation Comparison Of Leakage In End-To-End Versus End-To-Side Anastomosed Porcine Large Intestine, Youssef Fahmy, Mohamed Trabia, Brian Ward, Lucas Gallup, Whitney Elks

Mechanical Engineering Faculty Research

Anastomotic leaks after colorectal resection are serious surgical complications. We have compared the integrity of two common colorectal anastomosis techniques, end-to-side (ES) and end-to-end (EE), to control specimens using a novel experimental setup that mimics anastomotic air leak tests, which are typically performed during surgeries. Freshly harvested porcine colonic sections from 23 F1 cross-species pigs were used. Pressure measurements and video imaging were used to monitor the ex vivo experiments on EE, ES, and Control specimens. Using EE (n = 16), ES (n = 12), and Control (n = 22) specimens, leak pressure was 282.6 ± 3.0 mm Hg for …

An Autistic “Linguatype”? Neologisms, New Words, And New Insights, Emily Zane, Rhiannon Luyster

Emerson Authors, Researchers, & Creators

In this commentary, we present new ideas about autistic neologisms. This essay has two primary goals. First, we argue that an autistic predilection to form neologisms generates intriguing new hypotheses about language in autism, including the possibility that a tendency to use neologisms could be a featural element of an autistic “linguatype” (as in “phenotype”). Second, we suggest that the study of neologism meaning, form, and use can yield insights about a specific speaker and about autistic language, generally. To support both aims, we present the largest collection to date of autistic neologisms. We supply an initial framework for considering …

2025-06-20 Agenda Book, Morehead State University. Board Of Regents.

Morehead State Board of Regents Agenda Books and Meeting Minutes

Agenda booklet for the Board of Regents meeting of June 20, 2025, which includes the minutes of the meeting held on March 28, 2025.

Psychology 32: Human Growth And Development Syllabus, Joanna M. Agnello

Open Educational Resources

This Open Educational Resources (OER) syllabus for an introductory Developmental Psychology course offers a no-cost, adaptable framework for exploring human development across the lifespan. The course is structured chronologically, from prenatal development through late adulthood, integrating cognitive, emotional, and sociocultural perspectives. This OER syllabus aims to foster student-centered learning, critical thinking, community building and real-world applications of developmental concepts. All content is openly licensed.

Evaluating Leflunomide And Methotrexate Combination Vs. Monotherapy In Rheumatoid And Psoriatic Arthritis, Mete Kara, Gülay Alp, Mete Pekdi̇ker, Sertaç Ketenci̇, Annamaria Porreca, Haluk Ci̇nakli̇

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Methotrexate (MTX) and leflunomide (LEF) are conventional synthetic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) commonly used for treating rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and psoriatic arthritis (PsA), either as monotherapies or in combination. This study aimed to compare the adverse effects (AEs) and efficacy of combined use of MTX plus LEF with monotherapy in RA and PsA patients.

Materials and methods: This study included 528 patients (385 RA and 143 PsA) with at least 6 months of follow-up. Disease activity was assessed using DAS-28 CRP and DAPSA, and treatment-related AEs were classified based on specific MedDRA categories.

Results: The cumulative incidence of AEs …

Pulmonary Artery Wall Thickness And Systemic Sclerosis: Influence Of Inflammation On Vascular Changes, Eli̇f Altunel Kilinç, Haydar Ali̇ Candan, İpek Türk, Çağlar Özmen

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a complex autoimmune disease characterized by vascular disorders and fibrosis. This study aimed to compare pulmonary artery wall thickness (PAWT) in SSc patients without PAH with idiopathic PAH (IPAH) and healthy controls and to investigate the effect of increased PAWT and inflammation on vascular changes in SSc patients.

Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study included 60 SSc patients, 30 IPAH patients, and 40 age- and sex-matched healthy controls, all of whom underwent echocardiographic evaluation. Data were analyzed including patient demographics, disease duration, type of skin involvement, lung involvement, and autoantibody status.

Results: PAWT was significantly …

Multi-Ancestry Genome-Wide Association Analyses Incorporating Snp-By-Psychosocial Interactions Identify Novel Loci For Serum Lipids, Amy R Bentley, Michael R Brown, Solomon K Musani, Karen L Schwander, Thomas W Winkler, Mario Sims, Tuomas O Kilpeläinen, Hugues Aschard, Traci M Bartz, Lawrence F Bielak, Jin-Fang Chai, Kumaraswamy Naidu Chitrala, Nora Franceschini, Mariaelisa Graff, Xiuqing Guo, Fernando P Hartwig, Andrea R V R Horimoto, Elise Lim, Yongmei Liu, Alisa K Manning, Ilja M Nolte, Raymond Noordam, Melissa A Richard, Albert V Smith, Yun Ju Sung, Dina Vojinovic, Rujia Wang, Yujie Wang, Mary F Feitosa, Sarah E Harris, Leo-Pekka Lyytikäinen, Giorgio Pistis, Rainer Rauramaa, Peter J Van Der Most, Erin Ware, Stefan Weiss, Wanqing Wen, Lisa R Yanek, Dan E Arking, Donna K Arnett, Christie Ballantyne, Eric Boerwinkle, Yii-Der Ida Chen, Martha L Daviglus, Lisa De Las Fuentes, Paul S De Vries, Joseph A C Delaney, Amanda M Fretts, Lynette Ekunwe, Jessica D Faul, Linda C Gallo, Sami Heikkinen, Georg Homuth, M Arfan Ikram, Carmen R Isasi, Jost Bruno Jonas, Liisa Keltikangas-Järvinen, Pirjo Komulainen, Aldi T Kraja, Jose E Krieger, Lenore Launer, Lifelines Cohort Study, Jianjun Liu, Kurt Lohman, Annemarie I Luik, Ani W Manichaikul, Pedro Marques-Vidal, Yuri Milaneschi, Stanford E Mwasongwe, Jeffrey R O'Connell, Kenneth Rice, Stephen S Rich, Pamela J Schreiner, Lars Schwettmann, James M Shikany, Xiao-Ou Shu, Jennifer A Smith, Harold Snieder, Nona Sotoodehnia, E Shyong Tai, Kent D Taylor, Lesley Tinker, Michael Y Tsai, André G Uitterlinden, Cornelia M Van Duijn, Diana Van Heemst, Melanie Waldenberger, Robert B Wallace, Hwee-Lin Wee, David R Weir, Wen-Bin Wei, Ko Willems Van Dijk, Gregory Wilson, Jie Yao, Kristin L Young, Xiaoyu Zhang, Wei Zhao, Xiaofeng Zhu, Alan B Zonderman, Ian J Deary, Christian Gieger, Hans Jörgen Grabe, Timo A Lakka, Terho Lehtimäki, Albertine J Oldehinkel, Martin Preisig, Ya-Xing Wang, Wei Zheng, Michele K Evans, Michael Province, James Gauderman, Vilmundur Gudnason, Catharina A Hartman, Bernardo L Horta, Sharon L R Kardia, Charles Kooperberg, Ching-Ti Liu, Dennis O Mook-Kanamori, Brenda Wjh Penninx, Alexandre C Pereira, Patricia A Peyser, Bruce M Psaty, Jerome I Rotter, Xueling Sim, Kari E North, Dabeeru C Rao, Laura Bierut, Clint L Miller, Alanna C Morrison, Charles N Rotimi, Myriam Fornage, Ervin R Fox

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Serum lipid levels, which are influenced by both genetic and environmental factors, are key determinants of cardiometabolic health and are influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. Improving our understanding of their underlying biological mechanisms can have important public health and therapeutic implications. Although psychosocial factors, including depression, anxiety, and perceived social support, are associated with serum lipid levels, it is unknown if they modify the effect of genetic loci that influence lipids. We conducted a genome-wide gene-by-psychosocial factor interaction (G×Psy) study in up to 133,157 individuals to evaluate if G×Psy influences serum lipid levels. We conducted a two-stage meta-analysis …

Applying Ceragenins In Translational Medicine: Activating Mesenchymal Stem Cells And Preventing Healthcare-Associated Infections, Aaron L. Zaugg

Theses and Dissertations

Healthcare-associated infections are a major global concern. Increased infections among vulnerable populations lead to millions of deaths, annually, complicated by the emergence of multi-drug resistant pathogens. These infections are often facilitated by medical devices serving as abiotic surfaces that facilitate the formation of biofilms. Notably, colonization of prostheses and other bone-associated medical devices can lead to corrective procedures, revisions and death. To address these issues, inspiration can be drawn from natural sources of bone health and defenses against infection. Cathelicidins are endogenous peptides involved in both bone maintenance and infection control. Ceragenins are small molecule mimics of cathelicidins with broad …

Relation Between Executive Functions, Ruminative Thinking Style, And Internalizing Symptoms In Neurodivergent Individuals., John Strom

Clinical Psychology Dissertations

Introduction: Neurodevelopmental disorders (NDD) are among the most common psychological disorders occurring in childhood (Bishop, 2010; Scandurra et al., 2019), and are commonly associated with a host of psychological challenges including deficits in executive functioning (Craig et al., 2016; Demetriou et al., 2019) as well as comorbid internalizing disorders such as depression and anxiety (Katzman et al., 2017; Kirsch et al., 2020; Simonoff et al., 2008). Research has suggested that executive function deficits may contribute to symptoms of depression and anxiety and that this relation may be mediated by ruminative thinking styles (Snyder et al., 2019; von Hippel et al., …

Evidence And Consensus-Based Imaging Guidelines In Birdshot Chorioretinopathy: Multimodal Imaging In Uveitis (Muv) Taskforce Report 8, Jose S. Pulido

Wills Eye Hospital Papers

PURPOSE: To develop consensus-based imaging guidelines for diagnosing and monitoring birdshot chorioretinopathy (BSCR).

DESIGN: Consensus-based approach guided by literature and an expert committee using a nominal group technique (NGT).

METHODS: An expert committee of 5 international uveitis specialists reviewed 15 well-documented representative BSCR cases with comprehensive imaging data. Cases with active and inactive disease were included. Imaging, including color fundus photography (CFP), fundus fluorescein angiography (FFA), indocyanine green angiography (ICGA), optical coherence tomography (OCT), fundus autofluorescence (FAF), and OCT angiography (OCTA) were reviewed. Using a structured NGT approach, consensus-based recommendations were developed for specific disease characteristics, biomarkers of activity, and …

Expert Opinion On Clinical Presentation, Diagnosis And Treatment Of Infantile Onset Pompe Disease: A Delphi Study In Türkiye, Eki̇n Özsaydi Aktaşoğlu, Asli İnci̇, Ridvan Murat Öktem, Gürsel Bi̇beroğlu, İlyas Okur, Fati̇h Süheyl Ezgü, Fi̇li̇z Başak Cengi̇z Ergi̇n, Abdurrahman Akgün, Nur Arslan, Hali̇l İbrahi̇m Aydin, Ayşe Ergül Bozaci, Mahmut Çoker, Fatma Tuba Emi̇noğlu, Meli̇ke Ersoy, Emi̇ne Göksoy, Banu Kadioğlu Yilmaz, Mehtap Kağnici, Mustafa Kiliç, Nesli̇han Önenli̇ Mungan, Burcu Öztürk Hişmi̇, Pembe Soylu Üstkoyuncu, Ayşegül Tokatli, Ayşe Çi̇ğdem Aktuğlu Zeybek, Berrak Bi̇lgi̇ner Gürbüz, Sevi̇l Dorum, Di̇lek Güneş, Çi̇ğdem Seher Kasapkara, Sebi̇le Kilavuz, Erdoğan Soyuçen, Peli̇n Teke Kisa, Özlem Ünal Uzun, Fatma Derya Bulut, Songül Gökay, Selen Has Özhan, Deni̇z Kor, Aynur Küçükcongar Yavaş, Fi̇gen Özçay, Yilmaz Yildiz, Harun Yildiz, Leyla Tümer

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Pompe disease (acid maltase deficiency, glycogen storage disease type II, OMIM #606800) is an autosomal recessive disorder characterized by lysosomal acid-α-glucosidase deficiency. The infantile-onset type of the disease is mainly characterized by cardiomegaly, hypotonia, and a high mortality rate. This study aimed to create a national consensus about infantile-onset Pompe disease (IOPD) to raise awareness among clinicians and standardize diagnosis and treatment approaches in Türkiye.

Materials and methods: The Gazi University Division of Metabolic Diseases and Nutrition developed this expert opinion consensus and expanded it to include metabolism specialists across Türkiye. A systematic literature review was performed, and the …

A Meta-Analysis Of The Effects Of Probiotic Supplementation On Type 2 Diabetes Parameters, Mostefa Naimi, Zineb Benmechernene, Méghit Boumédiène Khaled

Baghdad Science Journal

We aimed to assess the effect of probiotic supplementation on type 2 diabetes (T2D) related variables. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were systematically searched from PubMed, Springer-link and Scopus data bases published between 2016 and 2020. Collected studies were independently assessed for eligibility, data extracted and evaluated for risk of bias. Statistical analysis was performed using RevMan 5.4.1. The effects of probiotics were assessed for: body mass index (BMI), fasting blood glucose (FBG), glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), homeostasis, model assessment-estimated insulin resistance (HOMA-IR), insulin, triglycerides (TG), total cholesterol (TC), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic …

Correction: Rationale For A 4-Month, Parallel-Group, Randomized Controlled Trial To Assess The Feasibility And Efficacy Of A Remotely Delivered Exercise Training Intervention For Hispanics/Latinos With Multiple Sclerosis (Ferla Ms), Victoria A Flores, Stephanie L Silveira, David X Marquez, Dominique Kinnett-Hopkins, Augusto Miravalle, Fabian Sierra-Morales, Zulma Hernández-Peraza, Robert W Motl

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

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Emt Vision, Logan Calder, Grant Johnson, John Alvarado, Jack Landers

Computer Science and Engineering Senior Theses

Augmented Reality (AR) has demonstrated considerable promise for future mobile technologies, offering the ability to overlay crucial information within a user’s vision while they can still maintain awareness of the surrounding environment. Similarly, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is an increasingly influential technology with significant potential to revolutionize the medical field. Its ability to rapidly learn and adapt to specific tasks makes it particularly promising for supporting paramedics during emergency calls. AI can efficiently analyze real-time data and present it in a concise, actionable format, enhancing decision making in critical situations.

Given the potential of these technologies, we have developed a smart …

Turkish Translation, Validity, And Reliability Of The European Organization For Research And Treatment Of Cancer Quality Of Life-High Dose Chemotherapy29 In Patients Undergone Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation, Vesi̇le Yildiz Kabak, Sevi̇lay Karahan, Eli̇fcan Aladağ Karakulak, Tüli̇n Düger, Songül Atasavun Uysal, Fulya İpek-Erdem, Hakan Göker

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Our aim was to investigate psychometric properties of the Turkish version of the European organization for research and treatment of cancer quality of life-high dose chemotherapy29 (EORTC QLQ-HDC29) in patients treated with hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT).

Materials and methods: Patients between the ages of 18 and 65 years and undergone HSCT were included. The European organization for research and treatment of cancer quality of life questionnaire–cancer30 the Eastern cooperative oncology group performance score, and the functional assessment of cancer therapy–bone marrow transplant were used to determine convergent validity. Reliability was assessed through the calculation of Cronbach’s alpha and …

Effects Of Lumbar Stabilization Exercises On Serum Biomarker Levels And Clinical Outcomes In Lumbar Disc Herniation: A Subgroup Analysis Of A Randomized Controlled Trial, Bi̇rgül Morkoç, Onur Aktan, Gamze Sönmez, Ebru Bodur, Jale Karakaya, Bayram Kaymak, Sevi̇l Bi̇lgi̇n

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: The aim of our study was to investigate the effectiveness of lumbar stabilization exercises on serum biomarker levels and clinical outcomes in lumbar disc herniation (LDH) patients with and without neurological deficit.

Materials and methods: 40 patients with neurological deficits (WND) and 34 patients without neurological deficits (WOND) diagnosed with LDH were included in this study. The patients WND and WOND were randomized into stabilization exercises (SE) and general exercises (GE) groups. Stabilization exercises or general exercises were applied for six weeks. Serum levels of tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α), interleukin (IL)-1β, IL-6, IL-4, beta-endorphin (BE), anandamide (AEA), and …

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Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.

Short-Term Efficacy And Safety Of Nondamaging Retinal Laser Therapy For Retinitis Pigmentosa-Associated Cystoid Macular Edema, Seda Çevi̇k Kaya, Mehmet Çitirik, Mevlüt Yilmaz, Eyüpcan Şensoy

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: To evaluate the short-term efficacy and safety of nondamaging retinal laser therapy (NRT) for retinitis pigmentosa-associated cystoid macular edema (RP-CME) and analyze anatomical and functional outcomes.

Materials and methods: A retrospective case series of 40 eyes from 30 patients with RP-CME was conducted. The patients underwent NRT using a PASCAL laser system with endpoint management (EpM) software. Central macular thickness (CMT) and best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) were assessed at baseline and 2 months posttreatment. Long-term follow-up data, including recurrence rates were also reviewed.

Results: At the 2-month follow-up, NRT significantly reduced mean CMT by 79.7 μm (p < 0.001) and improved BCVA by 0.10 LogMAR (p < 0.001). Complete resolution of CME was observed in 30% of the eyes, while 52.5% experienced recurrence within 6 months. Unilateral cases exhibited greater CMT reductions than bilateral cases (p < 0.05). No retinal damage from the laser was observed. The long-term sustainability of these effects remains unclear, and repeated treatments have not yet been assessed.

Conclusion: NRT …

Janus Kinase Inhibitors In Localized Scleroderma: A Systematic Literature Review, Seher Şener, Yusuf Zi̇ya Şener, Ezgi̇ Deni̇z Batu, Alper Sari, Ali̇ Akdoğan

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Reports on the use of Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors in the treatment of localized scleroderma are increasing in the literature. In this review, we examined the published studies regarding the use of JAK inhibitors in patients with localized scleroderma.

Materials and methods: We searched MEDLINE and Scopus for articles on patients with localized scleroderma treated with JAK inhibitors. The search included articles from the inception of these databases through August 1st, 2024.

Results: Our literature search showed 11 articles describing 17 patients with localized scleroderma treated with JAK inhibitors. Generalized morphea (47.1%) was the most common type of localized …

One-Year Clinical Follow-Up Of Granulomatous Lymphadenitis Diagnosed Viaebus-Tbna In A Tuberculosis-Endemic Region, Hasret Gi̇zem Kurt, Ayperi̇ Öztürk, Melahat Uzel Şener, Fi̇gen Öztürk Ergür, Zeynep Ti̇lbe Saymaz Guvanjov, Aydin Yilmaz

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Granulomatous lymphadenitis is not a specific clinical diagnosis. In regions where tuberculosis (TB) is endemic, differentiating between various diseases presenting with granulomatous lymphadenitis poses a significant clinical challenge. This study aims to evaluate the etiological distribution of underlying conditions and to assess diagnosis changes observed during at least one year of follow-up in patients diagnosed with granulomatous lymphadenitis through endobronchial ultrasound-guided transbronchial needle aspiration (EBUS-TBNA).

Materials and methods: A total of 4711 patients were included in the study, and 9353 lymph node samples were collected. Granulomatous lymphadenitis was identified in 791 patients, from whom 1505 lymph node samples were …