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Table Of Contents, Michele Harmon
Table Of Contents, Michele Harmon
Journal of the South Carolina Academy of Science
No abstract provided.
Dose Dependent Effects Of Caffeine On Cognitive Performance And Neuronal Activation, Stephan Albrecht, Helen Morris, Michelle Vieyra
Dose Dependent Effects Of Caffeine On Cognitive Performance And Neuronal Activation, Stephan Albrecht, Helen Morris, Michelle Vieyra
Journal of the South Carolina Academy of Science
Many students assume that the more caffeine you drink, the better your cognitive performance. Over-consumption of caffeine has many negative effects, so if there are no dose related cognitive benefits to large amounts of caffeine, then college students should limit their intake. This study looked at whether ingesting a medium dose (200 mg) versus a lower dose (100 mg) of caffeine improved short term memory as measured by Flanker and n-back tests, compared to a control group. In addition, we looked at whether larger doses of caffeine produced a difference in neuronal activation during these tests as measured by functional …
Fourier Analysis Of Phase Resetting Curves Of Neural Oscillators, Robert A. Raidt, Sorinel A. Oprisan
Fourier Analysis Of Phase Resetting Curves Of Neural Oscillators, Robert A. Raidt, Sorinel A. Oprisan
Journal of the South Carolina Academy of Science
We investigated the impact of changes in biologically relevant control parameters, such as the shape of an external perturbation or the conductance values of an individual model neuron, on the shape of the phase resetting curve (PRC) of that neuron. For that purpose, PRCs were generated for groups of Morris-Lecar (ML) model neurons with different conductance values but similar firing periods (within 0.005ms) using external rectangular, triangular, or trapezoidal perturbations of varying areas. These PRCs were numerically described and analyzed as a series of coefficient values using a Fourier Discrete Sine Transform (DST). We found that changes in the shape …
Healthcare-Associated Infections-Is Targeting Zero A Global Reality?, Mary Lou Manning Phd, Crnp, Cic, Faan, Denise Murphy Rn, Mph, Cic, Faan
Healthcare-Associated Infections-Is Targeting Zero A Global Reality?, Mary Lou Manning Phd, Crnp, Cic, Faan, Denise Murphy Rn, Mph, Cic, Faan
Population Health Matters (Formerly Health Policy Newsletter)
No abstract provided.
Mycological Study For A Management Plan Of A Neotropical Show Cave (Brazil), Erika Linzi Silva Taylor, Maria Aparecida De Resende Stoianoff, Rodrigo Lopes Ferreira
Mycological Study For A Management Plan Of A Neotropical Show Cave (Brazil), Erika Linzi Silva Taylor, Maria Aparecida De Resende Stoianoff, Rodrigo Lopes Ferreira
International Journal of Speleology
Caves are stable environments with characteristics favoring the development of microorganisms. The allocthonous input of organic matter and microbes into the warm Neotropical caves may favor the development of filamentous fungi, including pathogenic species. Histoplasma capsulatum is a pathogenic species commonly found in caves and associated with bat and bird guano. Many Brazilian caves have been historically visited due to scenic and religious tourism. The objective of this study was to perform a microbiology study for a management plan of a show cave in Brazil, focusing on the presence and distribution of pathogenic and opportunistic fungi in the cave. Statistics …
2013 Annual Meeting Program
Journal of the South Carolina Academy of Science
No abstract provided.
Ernest Everett Just, Phd: Pioneer In Ecological Developmental (Eco-Devo) Biology, Katelyn M. Williams, Bryan A. Wilson, Wendi G. O'Connor, Monte S. Willis
Ernest Everett Just, Phd: Pioneer In Ecological Developmental (Eco-Devo) Biology, Katelyn M. Williams, Bryan A. Wilson, Wendi G. O'Connor, Monte S. Willis
Journal of the South Carolina Academy of Science
Ernest Everett Just, a pioneering American biologist, discovered the fundamental role of the environment in the development of embryos. His work led to the creation of the area of biology known as ecological developmental (Eco-Devo) biology. However, both his work and the context of his scientific contributions are not widely known. His work covered a diversity of fields of biology, including marine biology, cytology, and parthogenesis (asexual reproduction where growth and development of embryos occur without fertilization). His findings provided important concepts in developmental biology that are used to this day. Specifically, he demonstrated the importance of the cellular cytoplasm …
New Jersey Vaccine Mandates: The Confluence Of Regulations, Rights, And Religion, Drew Harris Dpm, Mph
New Jersey Vaccine Mandates: The Confluence Of Regulations, Rights, And Religion, Drew Harris Dpm, Mph
Population Health Matters (Formerly Health Policy Newsletter)
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Compulsory Licensing Of Gene Patents In The Public Interest, William G. Pagan M.S.
Compulsory Licensing Of Gene Patents In The Public Interest, William G. Pagan M.S.
North Carolina Central University Science & Intellectual Property Law Review
No abstract provided.
Drugs, Devices, And Desires: A Problem-Based Learning Course In The History Of Medicine, Sarah Levitt, Anne Mckeage, P. K. Rangachari
Drugs, Devices, And Desires: A Problem-Based Learning Course In The History Of Medicine, Sarah Levitt, Anne Mckeage, P. K. Rangachari
Interdisciplinary Journal of Problem-Based Learning
Problem-based learning (PBL) is well suited for courses in the history of medicine, where multiple perspectives exist and information has to be gleaned from different sources. A student, an archivist, and a teacher offer three perspectives about a senior level course where students explored the antecedents and consequences of medical technology. Two active learning strategies were used: (a) PBL to explore the historical basis of procedures used to diagnose, prevent and treat a single disease, tuberculosis, and (b) a concurrent inquiry-based component that permitted individual exploration of other medical technologies and demonstration of learning through diverse options (book reviews, conversations, …
Just Beautiful Portrays Of The Mind? The Relevance Of Aesthetic Strategies On Knowledge Creation In Neuroscience, Valerie Kummer
Just Beautiful Portrays Of The Mind? The Relevance Of Aesthetic Strategies On Knowledge Creation In Neuroscience, Valerie Kummer
The STEAM Journal
We live in the age of big data. All types of data are being generated at an increasing rate but theories about the strategies and methods to visualize them is lagging. One of the main challenges we face today in research is to keep up with the massive amounts of data we produce (Allen, Elena A. et.al, 2012). Especially in the field of neuroscience and its use of imaging technologies, the vast array of data has risen to such a high number that it is impossible to grasp the inherent information without additional software tools and intelligent interfaces. Only through …
Strengthening Vendor Standards In The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Are Healthier Foods Within Reach?, Mary E. Kennelly, Roni Neff, Lainie Rutkow
Strengthening Vendor Standards In The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Are Healthier Foods Within Reach?, Mary E. Kennelly, Roni Neff, Lainie Rutkow
Journal of Health Care Law and Policy
No abstract provided.
The Effects Of Uv Light On The Antimicrobial Activities Of Cave Actinomycetes, Devon Rule, Naowarat Cheeptham
The Effects Of Uv Light On The Antimicrobial Activities Of Cave Actinomycetes, Devon Rule, Naowarat Cheeptham
International Journal of Speleology
The goal of this study was to determine whether actinomycetes isolated from a volcanic cave in western Canada could produce novel antimicrobial compounds against six multidrugresistant pathogens when exposed to UV light. One hundred and seventy-six actinomycete strains isolated from Helmcken Falls Cave, Wells Gray Provincial Park, BC, were screened against six pathogens using the “plug assay” in UV light and no light conditions. Of the 176 strains tested, 100 or 57% of the cave actinomycete strains had antimicrobial activities against the pathogens in 124 different instances: 35 instances when exposed to UV and no light, 30 when exposed to …
The Role Of Vitamin D Deficiency In Parathyroid Hormone Levels, Alpaslan Kiliçarslan, Alma Cenoli̇ Aslan, Gamze Gezgen
The Role Of Vitamin D Deficiency In Parathyroid Hormone Levels, Alpaslan Kiliçarslan, Alma Cenoli̇ Aslan, Gamze Gezgen
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Vitamin D deficiency is an important cause of secondary hyperparathyroidism. We aimed to investigate the effect of vitamin D levels on parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels. Materials and methods: We retrospectively chose 2226 patients who were admitted to our hospital’s general internal medicine department for various reasons and had both PTH and vitamin D tests on the same day. Results: It was found that 22.3% of the patients had high levels of PTH and 92% of them had secondary hyperparathyroidism. The average vitamin D level was 16.4 ng/mL. The vitamin D levels of 64% of the patients were below 20 ng/mL …
A Multicenter Study Of The Application Of Six Sigma Management In Clinical Rational Drug Use Via Pharmacist Intervention, Lidao Bao, Nan Chen, Tao Shang, Puyan Fang, Zhanping Xu, Wenchang Guo, Yi Wang
A Multicenter Study Of The Application Of Six Sigma Management In Clinical Rational Drug Use Via Pharmacist Intervention, Lidao Bao, Nan Chen, Tao Shang, Puyan Fang, Zhanping Xu, Wenchang Guo, Yi Wang
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
The status of outpatient irrational prescription drug use before and after pharmacist interventions in 6 large scale hospitals was investigated to determine the underlying reasons and to promote rational clinical drug use. Materials and methods: The 5-step DMAIC method (define, measure, analyze, improve, control) in Six Sigma management was utilized to investigate irrational drug use in prescriptions. The statistical software package SAS9.1.3 was adopted to analyze the results, determine possible reasons that could lead to irrational drug use, and then intervene accordingly. Statistics before and after the intervention were compared to analyze the function and effect of Six Sigma management …
The Value Of Apparent Diffusion Coefficient Measurements In The Differential Diagnosis Of Vertebral Bone Marrow Lesions, Gülten Taşkin, Lütfi̇ İncesu, Keri̇m Aslan
The Value Of Apparent Diffusion Coefficient Measurements In The Differential Diagnosis Of Vertebral Bone Marrow Lesions, Gülten Taşkin, Lütfi̇ İncesu, Keri̇m Aslan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To be able to differentiate benign vertebral bone marrow lesions from malign lesions according to apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) values, enabling quantitative assessment, and to determine the sensitivity and the specificity in differentiating benign and malign lesions according to the optimal cutoff ADC value. Materials and methods: In 99 patients, 133 lesions in total were included in the study, 59 of which were benign (acute vertebral compression fracture depending on osteoporosis or trauma, spondylitis, atypical hemangioma), and 74 malign (malign compression fracture, metastasis). Each of the benign lesions was compared to the malign lesions. In the statistical analysis, normality tests, …
The In Vitro Determination Of Genotoxicity In Peripheral Lymphocytes Of Welders Exposed To Fumes From Metal Arc Welding, Ceylan Şener, Hali̇l Erhan Eroğlu
The In Vitro Determination Of Genotoxicity In Peripheral Lymphocytes Of Welders Exposed To Fumes From Metal Arc Welding, Ceylan Şener, Hali̇l Erhan Eroğlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Gas metal arc welding is a widely used method in many industrial areas. In this study, the peripheral blood lymphocytes of 23 welders and 25 nonexposed subjects were monitored for genotoxicity. Materials and methods: The blood samples obtained from the subjects were incubated with a culture medium at 37 °C for 72 h. Cytochalasin-B and BrdU were added for micronucleus and replication index. After incubation, the cultures were harvested, stained, and examined. Results: The micronucleus rate (2.165 ± 1.645) of the welders was quite higher than that of those not exposed (1.352 ± 0.978) (P < 0.01). There was a significant difference between micronucleus rates of smoking and nonsmoking subjects. It was found that as the time of exposure to welding fumes increased, so did the micronucleus rates (2.938 ± 1.723) (P < 0.05). A positive correlation was observed between micronucleus frequency and age. The replication index rate (1.026 ± 0.020) of the welders was higher than that of those not exposed (1.019 ± 0.016) (P = 0.01). Conclusion: It is advised that welders who work with gas metal arc welding be instructed and that necessary protective measures be taken because of the risk caused by metal arc welding fumes.
The Assessment Of Accessory Mental Foramina Using Cone-Beam Computed Tomography, Mustafa Göregen, Özkan Mi̇loğlu, İbrahi̇m Ersoy, İbrahi̇m Şevki̇ Bayrakdar, Hayati̇ Murat Akgül
The Assessment Of Accessory Mental Foramina Using Cone-Beam Computed Tomography, Mustafa Göregen, Özkan Mi̇loğlu, İbrahi̇m Ersoy, İbrahi̇m Şevki̇ Bayrakdar, Hayati̇ Murat Akgül
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
The aim of the present study is to assess accessory mental foramina (AMFs) in a Turkish population using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT). Materials and methods: The CBCT records of 315 patients (196 males and 119 females) were retrospectively analyzed. The differences in AMF incidence by sex, age, side, and location were evaluated using chi-square tests. The distances between the AMF and the mental foramen (MF) and between the AMF and the mandibular canal were measured. Additionally, the relationship between MF size and the presence and absence of the AMF was investigated. Results: AMFs were observed in 6.3% of the patients. …
Comparing Extracorporeal Shock Wave And Hyaluronic Acid In A Rabbit Cartilage Defect Model: The Effects Of Esw On Cartilage Defect, Zekeri̇ya Öztemür, Hati̇ce Özer, Umut Hatay Gölge, Emi̇ne Eli̇f Altuntaş, Okay Bulut
Comparing Extracorporeal Shock Wave And Hyaluronic Acid In A Rabbit Cartilage Defect Model: The Effects Of Esw On Cartilage Defect, Zekeri̇ya Öztemür, Hati̇ce Özer, Umut Hatay Gölge, Emi̇ne Eli̇f Altuntaş, Okay Bulut
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To compare the efficiency of extracorporeal shock wave (ESW) treatment with hyaluronic acid (HA) viscosupplementation in an experimental rabbit cartilage defect model. Materials and methods: A total of 24 New Zealand rabbits were randomly divided into 4 groups: HA, ESW, ESW + HA, and control. Chondral defects were created in the left knees of the rabbits. HA viscosupplementation was performed on the HA and ESW + HA groups, and after 24 h, 0.16 mJ/mm2 ESW was performed on the ESW and ESW + HA groups. After an 8-week follow-up, the rabbits were sacrificed and histopathological examination of the defects was …
Molecular Characterization Of Acanthamoeba Isolated From Kayseri Well Water, Sali̇h Kuk, Süleyman Yazar, Süheyla Doğan, Ülfet Çeti̇nkaya, Çağri Şakalar
Molecular Characterization Of Acanthamoeba Isolated From Kayseri Well Water, Sali̇h Kuk, Süleyman Yazar, Süheyla Doğan, Ülfet Çeti̇nkaya, Çağri Şakalar
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Potentially pathogenic free-living amoebae have a cosmopolitan distribution in soil, dust, air, and water. Generally, environmental free-living amoebae do not threaten human health. This study aimed to investigate the presence of Acanthamoeba in well waters drawn from different locations in Kayseri, Turkey, which are mainly used for drinking or irrigation by the residents in the region. Materials and methods: Twenty-nine samples, including 26 well water sediment samples and 3 tap water samples as the control, were collected from 3 different locations. Melting snow feeds 5, rain water 18, and tap water 3 of these wells. Results: Five of 26 well …
Invasive Device-Associated Hospital Infection Rates, Etiological Agents, And Their Antibiotic Susceptibilities In The Medical Intensive Care Unit Of A University Hospital In Turkey, Sali̇ha Çevi̇k, Vuslat Boşnak, Mustafa Namiduru, İlkay Karaoğlan, Ayşe Özlem Mete
Invasive Device-Associated Hospital Infection Rates, Etiological Agents, And Their Antibiotic Susceptibilities In The Medical Intensive Care Unit Of A University Hospital In Turkey, Sali̇ha Çevi̇k, Vuslat Boşnak, Mustafa Namiduru, İlkay Karaoğlan, Ayşe Özlem Mete
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To determine the rate, etiological agents, antibiotic susceptibilities, and empirical treatment options of etiological agents of invasive device-associated hospital infections (IDAHIs) in the medical intensive care unit of a university hospital. Materials and methods: Between February 2007 and December 2009, 780 IDAHI cases were evaluated in 1650 patients. Results: Ventilator associated pneumonia, catheter-associated urinary tract infection, and central venous catheter-associated blood stream infection were observed in 415, 242, and 143 IDAHI cases, respectively. The most frequently isolated etiological agents were Acinetobacter spp. in ventilator-associated pneumonia, coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS) in central venous catheter-associated blood stream infection, and Candida spp. and E. …
A Small Outbreak Of Tularemia In A Rural Area, İbak Gönen
A Small Outbreak Of Tularemia In A Rural Area, İbak Gönen
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To assess clinically and epidemiologically an outbreak of tularemia detected in a small village in Tokat Province in Turkey. Materials and methods: Recorded clinical and laboratory data of 15 serologically confirmed patients, who either presented to hospital or were diagnosed during family medicine visits to the village during the outbreak, were assessed. Forms including a questionnaire about the symptomatology and previously given treatments were filled out by the patients. In addition, the entire village was investigated to establish the origin of the outbreak. Results: Ages of the 15 individuals (9 females) ranged between 10 and 75, and the mean was …
The Mr Imaging Features And The Analyses Of Quantitative Parameters In Cases With Surgically Repaired Tetralogy Of Fallot, Sali̇h Hamcan, Bülent Karaman, Bi̇lal Battal, Veysel Akgün, Kemal Kara, Tuncay Hazirolan, Uğur Bozlar
The Mr Imaging Features And The Analyses Of Quantitative Parameters In Cases With Surgically Repaired Tetralogy Of Fallot, Sali̇h Hamcan, Bülent Karaman, Bi̇lal Battal, Veysel Akgün, Kemal Kara, Tuncay Hazirolan, Uğur Bozlar
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To present postoperative cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging features of cases of surgically repaired tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) and to evaluate the relationship among data used in follow-up procedures, such as right ventricular ejection fraction (RV-EF), pulmonary regurgitation fraction (PRF), and the degree of right ventricular (RV) dysfunction. Materials and methods: Fourteen patients (9 males and 5 females; mean age 11.9 ± 3.6 years) with surgically repaired TOF who were admitted to our clinic for follow-up CMR imaging between July 2008 and September 2011 were included in the study. A protocol that consisted of cine steady-state free precession (SSFP) and …
Mmp-2, Timp-2, And Mmp-2/Timp-2 Complex Levels In Epidermoid Lung Cancer, Müfi̇de Öncel, Mehmet Aköz, Murat Öncel, Aysel Kiyici, Burhan Api̇li̇oğullari
Mmp-2, Timp-2, And Mmp-2/Timp-2 Complex Levels In Epidermoid Lung Cancer, Müfi̇de Öncel, Mehmet Aköz, Murat Öncel, Aysel Kiyici, Burhan Api̇li̇oğullari
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate serum levels of MMP-2, TIMP-2, and MMP-2/TIMP-2 complex in epidermoid lung cancer and determine whether one of these markers or any combination of them can be used as a prognostic factor and in the management of this disease. Materials and methods: Twenty-eight patients with non-small cell lung cancer and 21 healthy, age-matched individuals participated in this study. MMP-2, TIMP-2, and MMP-2/TIMP-2 complex levels were measured in the sera of the patients and controls with the ELISA technique. Results: MMP-2, TIMP-2, and MMP-2/TIMP-2 complex levels were significantly elevated in patients with non-small cell lung cancer compared to the controls …
Plasma Soluble Thrombomodulin And Soluble Endothelial Protein C Receptor Levels In Colorectal Cancer Patients, Serap Ünal Ti̇lki̇, Hüseyi̇n Engi̇n, Ayla Gökmen, Cemi̇l Bi̇li̇r, Yücel Üstündağ
Plasma Soluble Thrombomodulin And Soluble Endothelial Protein C Receptor Levels In Colorectal Cancer Patients, Serap Ünal Ti̇lki̇, Hüseyi̇n Engi̇n, Ayla Gökmen, Cemi̇l Bi̇li̇r, Yücel Üstündağ
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Thrombomodulin (TM) and endothelial protein C receptor (EPCR) are 2 transmembrane proteins that are thought to play an important role in cancer. We aimed to discover whether these 2 proteins are prognostic indicators in colorectal cancer. Materials and methods: Plasma TM and EPCR levels were measured using the ELISA method in 50 patients in different tumor stages that had been recently diagnosed with colorectal cancer and in a healthy control group of 50 people. Results: In colorectal cancer patients, higher plasma TM (21.3 ± 22.8 ng/mL, 13.2 ± 16.2 ng/mL, P = 0.010) and plasma EPCR levels (149.9 ± 79.6, …
Demonstration Of Mutations Conferring Resistance To Lamivudine In Liver Tissue Of Chronic Hepatitis B Patients Under Lamivudine Therapy, İsmai̇l Yaşar Avci, Can Polat Eyi̇gün, Emi̇ne Günal, Ayhan Kubar, Hanefi̇ Cem Gül, Ömer Coşkun, Hakan Erdem, Levent Görenek, Bülent Ahmet Beşi̇rbelli̇oğlu
Demonstration Of Mutations Conferring Resistance To Lamivudine In Liver Tissue Of Chronic Hepatitis B Patients Under Lamivudine Therapy, İsmai̇l Yaşar Avci, Can Polat Eyi̇gün, Emi̇ne Günal, Ayhan Kubar, Hanefi̇ Cem Gül, Ömer Coşkun, Hakan Erdem, Levent Görenek, Bülent Ahmet Beşi̇rbelli̇oğlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To demonstrate the genotypic lamivudine resistance in liver tissue of patients with negative serum hepatitis B virus (HBV) DNA under long-term lamivudine therapy. Materials and methods: Fourteen patients (10 patients with elevated alanine aminotransferase and 4 patients under long-term lamivudine therapy for severe liver disease) with undetected serum HBV DNA were included in the study. A liver biopsy was performed for each patient, and HBV DNA extracted from liver tissue was analyzed with TaqMan real-time polymerase chain reaction. Results: Mutations conferring lamivudine resistance were shown for all 14 patients in their liver tissue-extracted HBV DNA. One patient had rtM204V, 4 …
Compliance To Treatment And Reaching Of Metabolic Goals Are Better In Oad-Treated Diabetics Than Insulin-Treated Diabetics In The Turkish Population, Sema Uçak, Emi̇ne Şatir, Okcan Basat, Yüksel Altuntaş
Compliance To Treatment And Reaching Of Metabolic Goals Are Better In Oad-Treated Diabetics Than Insulin-Treated Diabetics In The Turkish Population, Sema Uçak, Emi̇ne Şatir, Okcan Basat, Yüksel Altuntaş
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
We assessed the success rates of reaching glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) goals in different treatment groups. Materials and methods: This was a single-centre, retrospective study including 2995 patients. The proportion of patients reaching their HbA1c goals, according to the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE), and American Diabetes Association (ADA), were determined. Results: There were 4 different treatment groups: 1) diet group (n = 140), 2) oral antidiabetic drug (OAD) group (n = 1238), 3) insulin group (n = 765), and 4) insulin + OAD group (n = 812). According to the IDF and AACE criteria, the …
Comparison Of The Efficacies Of I-Gel^{Tm} And Lma-Proseal^{Tm} For Airway Management In Pediatric Patients, Orhan Tokgöz, Adnan Tüfek, Serbülent Gökhan Beyaz, Mustafa Uğur Yüksel, Feyzi̇ Çeli̇k, İlker Öngüç Aycan, Abdulmenap Güzel
Comparison Of The Efficacies Of I-Gel^{Tm} And Lma-Proseal^{Tm} For Airway Management In Pediatric Patients, Orhan Tokgöz, Adnan Tüfek, Serbülent Gökhan Beyaz, Mustafa Uğur Yüksel, Feyzi̇ Çeli̇k, İlker Öngüç Aycan, Abdulmenap Güzel
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
The present study was performed to compare the performance of I-gel^{TM} with LMA-ProSeal^{TM} in children undergoing anesthesia. Materials and methods: A total of 185 patients who were scheduled for elective surgery in Dicle University's hospital were randomly divided into 2 groups: the I-gel^{TM} group (Group-I, n = 95) and the p-LMA^{TM} group (Group-P, n = 90). Airway leakage pressure, insertion time, fiberoptic laryngeal image scores, ease of insertion, and possible complications were compared between these groups. Results: The airway leakage pressure of Group-I was significantly higher than that of Group-P (means ± SD: 28 ± 5 vs. 20 ± 4 …
Polymorphisms In Abc Transporters (Abca1 And Abcc8) In Metabolic Syndrome, Orhan Değer, Yunus Emre Yandi, Mi̇hri̇ban Ayvaz, Ci̇hangi̇r Erem, Ari̇f Bayram Hacihasanoğlu
Polymorphisms In Abc Transporters (Abca1 And Abcc8) In Metabolic Syndrome, Orhan Değer, Yunus Emre Yandi, Mi̇hri̇ban Ayvaz, Ci̇hangi̇r Erem, Ari̇f Bayram Hacihasanoğlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To identify important single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in the ABCA1 and ABCC8 (SUR1) genes and determine if they are associated with metabolic syndorome (MetS). Materials and methods: Fifty-eight subjects fulfilling all 5 MetS criteria were chosen from 4809 subjects who participated in our screening study (Trabzon MetS study). Forty-three subjects who did not fulfill any MetS criteria were chosen as the control group. Genotyping of the samples after DNA isolation was performed by direct sequencing. For SNP analysis, exons 7, 15, 19, 36, 41, and 49 for ABCA1 and exons 16 and 18 for ABCC8 were selected. Results: The most …
Comparison Of The Effects Of Intraarticular Hyaluronic Acid And Antiinflammatory Drug Treatments On The Surgical Intervention Rates In Patients With Gonarthrosis, Murat Korkmaz, Yalçin Erdoğan, Ayli̇n Okur, Ayşe Yeşi̇m Göçmen, İlhan Günaydin
Comparison Of The Effects Of Intraarticular Hyaluronic Acid And Antiinflammatory Drug Treatments On The Surgical Intervention Rates In Patients With Gonarthrosis, Murat Korkmaz, Yalçin Erdoğan, Ayli̇n Okur, Ayşe Yeşi̇m Göçmen, İlhan Günaydin
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
The aim of this study was to compare the frequencies of surgical interventions between patients receiving intraarticular hyaluronic acid (IAHA) injection and those receiving only oral antiinflammatory drug treatment at the end of a 1-year follow-up period. Materials and methods: A total of 705 patients diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis (OA) between 2007 and 2009 were included in this study. Their records were investigated retrospectively. We divided 218 of the patients into 3 groups according to the Kellgren–Lawrence criteria, and they received sodium hyaluronate once a week for 3 weeks. Another 487 patients with gonarthrosis served as group 2 and were …