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Isolation Of Adipose Tissue-Derived Stem Cells, Asuman Özen, İrem Gül Sancak, Ahmet Ceylan, Özge Özgenç
Isolation Of Adipose Tissue-Derived Stem Cells, Asuman Özen, İrem Gül Sancak, Ahmet Ceylan, Özge Özgenç
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
Mesenchymal stem cells are being used increasingly in cell-based therapies. Adipose tissue is an important source of mesenchymal stem cells and is also routinely used in research on lipid metabolism and obesity. Their high expansion potential and the ease of isolation make these cells an attractive cell source for regenerative therapies. The objective of this review is to give detailed information about the isolation, expansion, and clinical use of these cells in veterinary medicine.
Effect Of Oxytocin On Milk Proteins And Fatty Acid Profile Insahiwal Cows During Lactation Periods, Aneela Hameed, Faqir Muhammad Anjum, Tahir Zahoor, Zia Ur-Rahman, Saeed Akhtar, Majid Hussain
Effect Of Oxytocin On Milk Proteins And Fatty Acid Profile Insahiwal Cows During Lactation Periods, Aneela Hameed, Faqir Muhammad Anjum, Tahir Zahoor, Zia Ur-Rahman, Saeed Akhtar, Majid Hussain
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
Bovine milk, a rich source of proteins and fatty acids, has a beneficial impact on physicochemical and organoleptic properties. The current study was planned to identify oxytocin's effects on protein and fatty acid profiles of cow milk (the Sahiwal breed) at various lactation stages (early, middle, and late) under a controlled atmosphere and feeding inputs. Examination of milk protein and fatty acid profiles by urea polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry respectively revealed the significant effect (P < 0.01) of oxytocin during the cow's lactation stages. In electrophoretic patterns, casein (αs1-CN, αs2-CN, β-CN, and k-CN) and whey protein fractions (Ig, BSA, β-Lg, and α-La) appeared as low-intensity bands in oxytocin-injected milk when compared to the control. Reductions in concentrations of fatty acids C16:0 (25.00%) and C18:1 (21.60%) were observed in oxytocin-treated milk as compared to the control group (29.30% and 29.10%, respectively) at late lactation.
Investigation Of Relationship Between Expression Of The Glucose Transporter3 (Glut3) And Sperm Quality In Asian Elephants (Elephas Maximus), Somchai Sajapitak, Kornchai Kornkaewrat, Piyawan Suthunmapinanta, Orawan Boodde, Sittidet Mahasawangkul, Anuchai Pinyopummin
Investigation Of Relationship Between Expression Of The Glucose Transporter3 (Glut3) And Sperm Quality In Asian Elephants (Elephas Maximus), Somchai Sajapitak, Kornchai Kornkaewrat, Piyawan Suthunmapinanta, Orawan Boodde, Sittidet Mahasawangkul, Anuchai Pinyopummin
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The aims of this study were to determine the relation of glucose transporter 3 (GLUT3) expression on the spermatozoa membrane with the quality of semen in Asian elephants. Fresh semen samples were collected from 10 Asian elephants and classified according to the percentage of motile sperm into Group 1 (≤ 20%; n = 4 males), Group 2 (>20% to 60%; n = 3 males), and Group 3 (>60%; n = 3 males). The immunocytochemistry results showed the presence of GLUT3 at the principal and end piece of the sperm tail. GLUT3 expressions in each group were significantly different …
Effects Of Ultrasonication On Damaged Spermatozoa And Mitochondrial Activity Rate, Pinar Peker Akalin, Nuri̇ Başpinar, Kenan Çoyan, Mustafa Numan Bucak, Şükrü Güngör, Caner Öztürk
Effects Of Ultrasonication On Damaged Spermatozoa And Mitochondrial Activity Rate, Pinar Peker Akalin, Nuri̇ Başpinar, Kenan Çoyan, Mustafa Numan Bucak, Şükrü Güngör, Caner Öztürk
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The aim of this study was to describe an optimal sonication procedure for sperm cells. Therefore, we used several parameters such as damaged spermatozoa rate (%), mitochondrial activity rate (%), levels of lipid peroxidation, and total antioxidant potential. Ejaculates were collected from rams (n = 3) and were divided into aliquots and 3-, 6-, and 10-s duration times; 1, 3, 5, and 8 repetitive application groups were established. In the groups with 3-, 6- and 10-s duration times, with the increasing number of repeated applications, damaged spermatozoa rates increased (P < 0.05) while mitochondrial activity rates decreased (P < 0.05). In relation with sonication duration time, total antioxidant potential levels increased (P < 0.05) in single-application groups compared to those in control groups and gradually decreased as the repetitions increased. The most effective results were obtained in the group with 8 repetitions and 10-s duration based on damaged spermatozoa rate and mitochondrial activity rate.
Characterization Of Porcine Adiponectin Gene (Adipoq) Polymorphismsand Their Association With Litter Size, Xiaodong Zhang, Ning Zhou, Jie Zhou, Ning Wang, Xiang Qin, Hui Dong, Yueyun Ding, Zongjun Yin
Characterization Of Porcine Adiponectin Gene (Adipoq) Polymorphismsand Their Association With Litter Size, Xiaodong Zhang, Ning Zhou, Jie Zhou, Ning Wang, Xiang Qin, Hui Dong, Yueyun Ding, Zongjun Yin
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
Litter size is one of the most important economic traits for pig production as it is directly related to production efficiency. To evaluate the effects of the adiponectin (ADIPOQ) gene on porcine litter size, we investigated ADIPOQ polymorphisms in three breeds, Wannan Black pigs, Berkshire pigs, and BW pigs (crossbred pigs produced from mating male Berkshire pigs and female Wannan Black pigs), using the PCR-SSCP method. Three SNPs (c. 178G > A, c. 1165A > G, and c. 1138G > A) were identified. In Wannan Black pigs, association analysis indicated that the c. 178G > A SNP genotype was significantly associated with an effect …
The Treatment Of Distal Metacarpus Fracture With Locking Compression Plate In Calves*, Ali̇ Belge, İbrahi̇m Akin, Ali̇ Gülaydin, Muhammed Fati̇h Yazici
The Treatment Of Distal Metacarpus Fracture With Locking Compression Plate In Calves*, Ali̇ Belge, İbrahi̇m Akin, Ali̇ Gülaydin, Muhammed Fati̇h Yazici
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
In this study, we aimed to evaluate the effect of locking compression plates for the treatment of distal metacarpal fractures in calves. The metacarpus was stabilized using a stainless steel locking compression plate with fully threaded locking head screws. The calves started weight-bearing partially after the first postoperative day and resumed complete weight-bearing after day 10. Callus formation was obtained at the end of the 3rd week and completed at the end of the 8th week, and complete healing was seen at the 12th week in radiographs. The limbs were in good alignment, the calves were fully weight-bearing, and client …
The Effect Of Dgat1 Polymorphism On Milk Production Traits In Dairycows Depending On Environmental Temperature, Jolanta Komisarek, Mateusz Kolenda
The Effect Of Dgat1 Polymorphism On Milk Production Traits In Dairycows Depending On Environmental Temperature, Jolanta Komisarek, Mateusz Kolenda
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
It has long been known that a hot environment negatively influences milk production in cattle. Although molecular mechanisms underlying this phenomenon to a great extent remain to be recognized, they include alterations in lipid metabolism. DGAT1 plays a key role in the synthesis of triacylglycerols and polymorphism of this gene has been proven to have a pronounced influence on milk production. The aim of this study was to establish if the effect of DGAT1:p.K232A on milk-related traits is dependent on environmental thermal conditions. The analysis, performed on 468 cows of the Polish Holstein-Friesian breed, showed that allele DGAT1:K232 significantly increased …
Cryopreservation Of Seabream (Sparus Aurata) Semen And Fertility, Mehmet Borga Tirpan, Erkut Dervi̇ş Özgöray, Havva Alemdar, Ergün Akçay
Cryopreservation Of Seabream (Sparus Aurata) Semen And Fertility, Mehmet Borga Tirpan, Erkut Dervi̇ş Özgöray, Havva Alemdar, Ergün Akçay
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
In this study, the aim was to reveal spermatological parameters of seabream (Sparus aurata), freezing ability of semen in different extenders, and fertilization capacity of frozen seabream semen. The study was conducted with 10 male and 6 female brooder seabreams. Female fish were synchronized by photoperiod and water temperature in the breeding season. Four different extenders [Mounib, Salty Mounib, Ringer, and sea water (1% NaCl)] including 10% dimethyl sulfoxide were used to assess the freezing ability of seabream semen. After postthaw spermatological examinations, three successful extenders (Mounib, Ringer, 1% NaCl) were chosen for the fertilization stage and 2 control and …
Dimensional Characteristics Of Spermatozoa Of Nili-Ravi Buffalo Bulls: Seasonaland Climatic Influences, Sajid Hameed, Saima Masood, Hafsa Zaneb, Muhammad Sarwar Khan, Muhammad Younis, Muhammad Avais, Muti Ur Rehman Khan
Dimensional Characteristics Of Spermatozoa Of Nili-Ravi Buffalo Bulls: Seasonaland Climatic Influences, Sajid Hameed, Saima Masood, Hafsa Zaneb, Muhammad Sarwar Khan, Muhammad Younis, Muhammad Avais, Muti Ur Rehman Khan
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
This study was conducted in 2 different climatic zones of Punjab Province of Pakistan, the Sahiwal and Bahawalpur divisions, simultaneously for the period of 1 year divided into seasons. Seven adult Nili-Ravi buffalo breeding bulls from each division were used. Dimensional characteristics of spermatozoa were determined. Season had a nonsignificant effect on the sperm head length in both divisions and a nonsignificant difference was also observed between bulls of the Sahiwal and Bahawalpur divisions. The buffalo bulls of both divisions exhibited significantly increased sperm head breadth in autumn, whereas a nonsignificant difference was observed between divisions. Sperm head shape values …
Presence Of Carbohydrate-Digesting Enzymes Throughout The Digestive Tract Of Sheep, Renata Miltko, Grzegorz Belzecki, Barbara Kowalik, Jacek Skomial
Presence Of Carbohydrate-Digesting Enzymes Throughout The Digestive Tract Of Sheep, Renata Miltko, Grzegorz Belzecki, Barbara Kowalik, Jacek Skomial
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The activity of enzymes that digest carbohydrates at various points in the gastrointestinal tract of sheep was examined. In addition, weight and contents of digestive tract segments were examined. The experiment was performed on six adult ewes fed an 85% hay diet. The morphometric measurements revealed that the alimentary tract constituted 32% of the sheep's body mass and wet rumen contents constituted 70% of wet mass of the total digestive tract content. The protozoal population in the rumen varied from 37.2 × 104 to 54.0 × 104/mL rumen fluid. In the examined samples, ciliates were identified as belonging to the …
Simvastatin's Effects On Survival And Outcome In Traumatic Braininjury Patients: A Comparative Study, Taraneh Naghibi, Sara Madani, Saideh Mazloomzadeh, Faramarz Dobakhti
Simvastatin's Effects On Survival And Outcome In Traumatic Braininjury Patients: A Comparative Study, Taraneh Naghibi, Sara Madani, Saideh Mazloomzadeh, Faramarz Dobakhti
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Mortality and morbidity still remain high in patients with traumatic brain injuries. Understanding the role of new treatments in these patients is critical. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of simvastatin on survival and outcome in traumatic brain injury patients. Materials and methods: Forty-four patients were assigned to receive either simvastatin or a placebo. The serum interleukin-6 and C-reactive protein levels were measured at the first 24 h and 48 h after trauma. All data, including the Glasgow Coma Scale score, survival at discharge, length of intensive care unit stay, and duration of mechanical ventilation, …
Host Immune Responses And Peritumoral Stromal Reactions In Different Basal Cell Carcinoma Subtypes: Histopathological Comparison Of Basosquamous Carcinoma And High-Risk And Low-Risk Basal Cell Carcinoma Subtypes, Ni̇lay Duman, Ni̇lay Şen Korkmaz, Zafer Erol
Host Immune Responses And Peritumoral Stromal Reactions In Different Basal Cell Carcinoma Subtypes: Histopathological Comparison Of Basosquamous Carcinoma And High-Risk And Low-Risk Basal Cell Carcinoma Subtypes, Ni̇lay Duman, Ni̇lay Şen Korkmaz, Zafer Erol
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: The literature does not include sufficient data on the associations between host immune responses and stromal reactions in different basal cell carcinoma (BCC) subtypes. The aim of the study was to compare host immune responses and stromal reactions between basosquamous carcinoma (BSC) and high-risk (HR) and low-risk (LR) BCC subtypes. Materials and methods: The study included 35 BSC, 40 HR-BCC, and 40 LR-BCC patients. Age, sex, lesion location, density of peritumoral/adjacent perivascular inflammation, presence of lymphoid follicle formation, and stromal reaction type were compared between groups. Results: In all 3 groups, age, sex distribution, and lesion location were similar. …
Mucormycosis: A 10-Year Experience At A Tertiary Care Center In Turkey, Süheyla Kömür, Ayşe Seza İnal, Behi̇ce Kurtaran, Aslihan Ulu, Aysun Uğuz, Hasan Sali̇h Zeki̇ Aksu, Yeşi̇m Taşova
Mucormycosis: A 10-Year Experience At A Tertiary Care Center In Turkey, Süheyla Kömür, Ayşe Seza İnal, Behi̇ce Kurtaran, Aslihan Ulu, Aysun Uğuz, Hasan Sali̇h Zeki̇ Aksu, Yeşi̇m Taşova
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Mucormycosis is a rare invasive fungal infection most commonly encountered in the immunocompromised host. We analyzed 51 adult patients treated for mucormycosis between 2003 and 2013 and recorded at a tertiary university hospital in Turkey. Materials and methods: We examined the following data for all patients: age, sex, predisposing disease, symptoms, treatment, surgical procedure, concomitant infections, intensive care requirement, and outcomes. Results: During the study period 51 cases of mucormycosis were documented; 54.9% of the patients were female. The mean age was 44.2 ± 18.2 years. Rhinocerebral presentation was reported in 94.1% of patients. Almost all patients (88.2%) had …
Intraarticular Ankaferd Blood Stopper Application Increases Cartilage Degeneration: An Experimental Study, İbrahi̇m Kaya, Deni̇z Gülabi̇, Murat Yilmaz, Ali̇ Baş, Gülteki̇n Sitki Çeçen, Nurullah Şener
Intraarticular Ankaferd Blood Stopper Application Increases Cartilage Degeneration: An Experimental Study, İbrahi̇m Kaya, Deni̇z Gülabi̇, Murat Yilmaz, Ali̇ Baş, Gülteki̇n Sitki Çeçen, Nurullah Şener
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Ankaferd blood stopper (ABS) is a mixture of certain ratios of 5 different plant roots (Thymus vulgaris, Glycyrrhiza glabra, Vitis vinifera, Alpinia officinarum, and Urtica dioica). The aim of this study is to evaluate the histopathological effects of ABS on articular cartilage in vitro. Materials and methods: Twenty-one albino Sprague Dawley rats were randomly allocated to 3 groups: 0.1 mL of saline was injected in the first group, 0.1 mL of ABS was injected in the second group, and 0.1 mL of blood and 0.1 mL of ABS were injected in the third group. One month later all rats …
Health-Related Behaviors And Nutritional Status Of Adolescents Who Study Asboarders And Day-Students, Emi̇ne Ela Küçük, Osman Günay
Health-Related Behaviors And Nutritional Status Of Adolescents Who Study Asboarders And Day-Students, Emi̇ne Ela Küçük, Osman Günay
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Boarders and day-students study together in regional boarding schools. This study was carried out to compare the health and nutritional status of boarders and day-students who study at regional boarding schools in Turkey. Materials and methods: A total 634 boarders and 492 day-students in the 4th?8th years of nine boarding schools in Giresun Province of Turkey were included. A questionnaire including 49 questions about sociodemographic characteristics and health and nutritional status was completed by the students. Height and weight measurements of the students were also taken. The chi-square test was used for statistical analyses. Results: The boarders evaluated their …
Plasma Lipoprotein(A) Levels Are Associated With The Severity Of Coronaryheart Disease In Han Chinese People, Li Zhu, Zhan Lu, Liren Zhu, Xiaoxiao Ouyang, Yang Yang, Yanping Feng, Ping Li, Wenjing Ye, Xiaoming Zhang, Xiuyun Zhang, Yongyan Song
Plasma Lipoprotein(A) Levels Are Associated With The Severity Of Coronaryheart Disease In Han Chinese People, Li Zhu, Zhan Lu, Liren Zhu, Xiaoxiao Ouyang, Yang Yang, Yanping Feng, Ping Li, Wenjing Ye, Xiaoming Zhang, Xiuyun Zhang, Yongyan Song
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the association of lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] with the severity of coronary heart disease (CHD) in Han Chinese people. Materials and methods: Six hundred and seventy-nine patients with angiographically defined CHD were enrolled in this cross-sectional study. Fasting lipids were measured, and the severity of CHD was quantitatively assessed for each patient according to the number of stenotic coronary branches and the Gensini scoring system. Results: The levels of Lp(a), total cholesterol (TC), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), very low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (VLDL-C), and apolipoprotein (apo) B100 increased, while high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) and …
Kinesiotaping As An Alternative Treatment Method For Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Duygu Geler Külcü, Canan Bursali, İlknur Aktaş, Seli̇n Bozkurt Alp, Feyza Ünlü Özkan, Pinar Akpinar
Kinesiotaping As An Alternative Treatment Method For Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Duygu Geler Külcü, Canan Bursali, İlknur Aktaş, Seli̇n Bozkurt Alp, Feyza Ünlü Özkan, Pinar Akpinar
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common entrapment neuropathy. Conservative treatment choices are not always satisfactory. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of kinesiotaping (KT) on pain level, grip strength, and functional status compared with that of placebo KT and orthotic device (OD) in patients with CTS. Materials and methods: In this randomized, placebo-controlled study, participants were allocated into one of three groups: an experimental KT group (Group 1), a placebo KT group (Group 2), and an OD group (Group 3). Visual analogue scale (VAS) and Douleur Neuropathique 4 (DN4) scores, dynamometric grip strength …
Sleep Quality And Factors Affecting Sleep In Elderly Patientswith Rheumatoid Arthritis In Turkey, Seda Pehli̇van, Ayfer Karadakovan, Yavuz Pehli̇van, Ahmet Mesut Onat
Sleep Quality And Factors Affecting Sleep In Elderly Patientswith Rheumatoid Arthritis In Turkey, Seda Pehli̇van, Ayfer Karadakovan, Yavuz Pehli̇van, Ahmet Mesut Onat
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Sleep disorders are more common in people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). We aimed to determine the sleep quality in adult and elderly people with RA and the factors associated with sleep disorders in each group. Materials and methods: The study was conducted with 182 patients (83 elderly and 99 adult patients) diagnosed with RA. Data were collected through a patient identification form including sociodemographic and disease characteristics. The Health Assessment Questionnaire (HAQ) and Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) were used to assess quality of life and sleep. Results: The mean PSQI scores of the elderly group were lower than …
In Ovo Feeding With Ss-Hydroxy Ss-Methylbutyrate And Broilerperformance, Intestinal Health, And Immunity Status, Ömer Hakan Muğlali, Mustafa Salman, Ayhan Gacar, Fi̇li̇z Akdağ, Mustafa Yavuz Gülbahar, Alper Çi̇ftçi̇, Ertan Emek Onuk, Fi̇li̇z Karadaş, Hüseyi̇n Eseceli̇
In Ovo Feeding With Ss-Hydroxy Ss-Methylbutyrate And Broilerperformance, Intestinal Health, And Immunity Status, Ömer Hakan Muğlali, Mustafa Salman, Ayhan Gacar, Fi̇li̇z Akdağ, Mustafa Yavuz Gülbahar, Alper Çi̇ftçi̇, Ertan Emek Onuk, Fi̇li̇z Karadaş, Hüseyi̇n Eseceli̇
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The effects of in ovo administration of β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate (HMB) on broiler performance, intestinal health, and immunity were investigated. At day 18 of incubation, fertile eggs were divided into negative (no injection) and positive (physiologic serum injection) controls and three HMB treatment groups. HMB solution was injected at 0.1% (Group 1), 0.2% (Group 2), and 0.3% (Group 3) concentrations. There were no significant differences between the groups for live weight gain, feed conversion rate, and hot carcass, breast meat, liver, and heart weight. However, the gizzard weight in Group 1 was significantly higher than those in the other groups (P < 0.05). Although the intestinal villi lengths in the treatment Groups 1 and 3 on day 20 were greater than those in the control groups (P < 0.01), at the end of the experiment there were no significant differences among the groups. For antibody levels, the differences between groups on days 4 and 42 were highly significant (P < 0.01), and the antibody levels in Group 2 were higher than those in the other groups. Separately, growth performance and antibody levels were positively correlated with the length of villi in Group 2 (HMB 0.2%).
Purification Of Avian Influenza Virus (H9n2) From Allantoic Fluidby Size-Exclusion Chromatography, Ali Nazari Shirvan, Maedeh Samianifard, Naser Ghodsian
Purification Of Avian Influenza Virus (H9n2) From Allantoic Fluidby Size-Exclusion Chromatography, Ali Nazari Shirvan, Maedeh Samianifard, Naser Ghodsian
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
Avian influenza viruses represent a rising threat of pandemic influenza. Allantoic fluid including influenza virus H9N2 was run on downstream processing to purify the virus. To do this, allantoic fluid was clarified and concentrated. It was applied to size exclusion chromatography. Different parameters such as ovalbumin, protein content, and hemagglutinin activity were determined to confirm the purity. The results may suggest that this method is quite efficient for achieving a purified H9N2 influenza virus and further reveal that size-exclusion chromatography is a practical method for purifying avian influenza viruses. In conclusion, this procedure can be used in vaccine production and …
Polymorphism Of Exon 2 Of Dio2 Gene And Its Association Withseasonal Reproduction In Sheep, Jianning He, Dongwei Huang, Ran Di, Jinxin Wang, Mingxing Chu, Qiuyue Liu, Wenping Hu, Xiangyu Wang, Zhangyuan Pan
Polymorphism Of Exon 2 Of Dio2 Gene And Its Association Withseasonal Reproduction In Sheep, Jianning He, Dongwei Huang, Ran Di, Jinxin Wang, Mingxing Chu, Qiuyue Liu, Wenping Hu, Xiangyu Wang, Zhangyuan Pan
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
DIO2 was studied as a candidate gene for reproduction in sheep. Three pairs of primers were designed to detect single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) of exon 2 of DIO2 in nonseasonal and seasonal reproduction breeds. The polymorphisms were detected using SeqMan II and analyzed by PCR-RFLP. The sheep DIO2 gene was cloned and its mutations were detected in five sheep breeds whose reproductive seasonality and litter sizes were different. Association analyses were performed to reveal the relationships between SNPs and reproductive seasonality as well as litter size in sheep. The results showed that a 1041-bp DNA fragment of the sheep DIO2 …
The Efficacy Of Kaolin Clay In Reducing The Duration And Severity Of `Heat' Diarrhea In Foals, Magdalena Pieszka, Jaroslaw Luszczynski, Magdalena Hedrzak, Katerina Goncharova, Stefan G. Pierzynowski
The Efficacy Of Kaolin Clay In Reducing The Duration And Severity Of `Heat' Diarrhea In Foals, Magdalena Pieszka, Jaroslaw Luszczynski, Magdalena Hedrzak, Katerina Goncharova, Stefan G. Pierzynowski
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
'Heat' diarrhea in foals is an onerous but not life-threatening ailment, which indicates that it may be of osmotic origin. This was confirmed by a successful attempt, presented in this paper, to alleviate the severity and duration of foal heat diarrhea with the use of a typical absorbent, kaolin clay, as a feed additive, usually applied in feed production as an anticaking agent. Based on the present results, it can be concluded that treatment of foals maintained on different stud farms with a kaolin paste reduced the duration of heat diarrhea and alleviated its severity (P < 0.05 and P = 0.001). The observed action of kaolin clay, an excellent absorbent, suggests that the so-called heat diarrhea can be caused by disturbances in the intestinal osmotic balance at this specific age of foals. The use of this preparation can reduce the risk of secondary pathological viral or bacterial diarrhea and the requirement for veterinary intervention in foal management. It can also shorten the care period and increase foal well-being, essential for the normal development of a young horse. In addition, prophylactic application of an antidiarrheal preparation based on an industrial by-product, i.e. A cheap component, will reduce the costs of foal care.
Relationship Between Gestational Transient Thyrotoxicosis And Vitamin D, Feri̇t Keri̇m Küçükler, Yasi̇n Şi̇mşek, Ümi̇t Görkem, Berçem Ayçi̇çek Doğan, Serdar Güler
Relationship Between Gestational Transient Thyrotoxicosis And Vitamin D, Feri̇t Keri̇m Küçükler, Yasi̇n Şi̇mşek, Ümi̇t Görkem, Berçem Ayçi̇çek Doğan, Serdar Güler
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Gestational transient thyrotoxicosis (GTT) is a transient, mild hyperthyroidism that occurs early in pregnancy and is due to human chorionic gonadotropin. There is no clear information about why only some pregnant women develop GTT. Previous papers stated that vitamin D plays a role in thyroid functions. We aimed to evaluate the relationship between vitamin D and GTT. Materials and methods: Fifty-three patients diagnosed with GTT at the 6th to 10th weeks of gestation were included in the study (GTT group). Thirty-five pregnant women with normal thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), free triiodothyronine (fT3), and free thyroxine (fT4) levels served as a …
The Effects Of Sebum Configuration On Demodex Spp. Density, Hati̇ce Gamze Demi̇rdağ, Hamdi̇ Özcan, Şule Gürsoy, Gülçi̇n Beker Akbulut
The Effects Of Sebum Configuration On Demodex Spp. Density, Hati̇ce Gamze Demi̇rdağ, Hamdi̇ Özcan, Şule Gürsoy, Gülçi̇n Beker Akbulut
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Demodex spp. are ectoparasites living in the pilosebaceous units, which feed on the host's sebum and cellular proteins. The protective barrier of the skin consists of sebum secretion, moisture, and the acid mantle. In this study, we aimed to determine the effects of skin sebum, moisture, pH levels, and sebum configuration on Demodex spp. density Materials and methods: Forty-five patients who had demodicosis were enrolled in the study group, while the control group consisted of 40 subjects without demodicosis. Body fat percentage, serum triglyceride and cholesterol levels, skin sebum, moisture, and pH levels were measured. Demodex spp. density was …
Determination Of Genotypic Varieties And Genotyping Of Multiple Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis By The Rflp And Spoligotyping Methods, Teki̇n Karsligi̇l, Ayşen Bayram, Fahri̇ye Ekşi̇
Determination Of Genotypic Varieties And Genotyping Of Multiple Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis By The Rflp And Spoligotyping Methods, Teki̇n Karsligi̇l, Ayşen Bayram, Fahri̇ye Ekşi̇
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: The purpose of the present study was to determine the distribution and epidemiological features of mycobacteria with molecular methods. Materials and methods: Fifty-five culture-positive samples were analyzed by polymerase chain reaction-restriction enzyme length polymorphism (PCR-RFLP) at species level, and their molecular typing was performed with spoligotyping. The IS6110 region and the locus of gene coding for Hsp65 were amplified. RFLP profiles were obtained by cutting the Hsp65 region with the Hae III and BstE II (Eco91I) enzymes. Spoligotyping was carried out by commercial kit. The H37Rv strain was used as the control. Results: All samples showed the same cutting …
A Simple Risk Score In Acute St-Elevation Myocardial Infarction: Modified Acef(Age, Creatinine, And Ejection Fraction) Score, Arzu Kalayci Karabay, Veci̇h Oduncu, Çeti̇n Geçmen, Seli̇m Topcu, Can Yücel Karabay, İbrahi̇m Akin İzgi̇, Cevat Kirma
A Simple Risk Score In Acute St-Elevation Myocardial Infarction: Modified Acef(Age, Creatinine, And Ejection Fraction) Score, Arzu Kalayci Karabay, Veci̇h Oduncu, Çeti̇n Geçmen, Seli̇m Topcu, Can Yücel Karabay, İbrahi̇m Akin İzgi̇, Cevat Kirma
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate if the modified ACEF (age, creatinine, and ejection fraction) score is a predictor of major adverse cardiac and cerebrovascular events during 1 year of follow-up in patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) who underwent primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Materials and methods: We retrospectively enrolled 1632 consecutive patients who were admitted to our emergency department diagnosed with STEMI within 12 h of chest pain and treated with primary PCI. The modified ACEF score, determined with a simplified scoring system, was calculated. The patients were grouped into tertiles according to this …
The Association Of Papillary Thyroid Cancer With Microcalcification In Thyroidnodules With Indeterminate Cytology Based On Fine-Needle Aspiration Biopsy, İbrahim Ali̇ Özemi̇r, Bariş Bayraktar, Ender Anilir, Kivilcim Orhun, Tunç Eren, Jüli̇de Sağiroğlu, Ayşe Bahar Ceyran, Rafet Yi̇ği̇tbaşi, Orhan Ali̇moğlu
The Association Of Papillary Thyroid Cancer With Microcalcification In Thyroidnodules With Indeterminate Cytology Based On Fine-Needle Aspiration Biopsy, İbrahim Ali̇ Özemi̇r, Bariş Bayraktar, Ender Anilir, Kivilcim Orhun, Tunç Eren, Jüli̇de Sağiroğlu, Ayşe Bahar Ceyran, Rafet Yi̇ği̇tbaşi, Orhan Ali̇moğlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background/aim: Microcalcifications are generally accepted as highly specific for thyroid malignancy, especially for papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC). The aim of this study was to determine the significance of microcalcification within nodules that were classified as being of "indeterminate cytology" (IC) according to fine-needle aspiration biopsy. Materials and methods: Patients who underwent thyroidectomy between January 2010 and 2013 were included in the study. Nodules identified as "atypia/follicular lesion of undetermined significance", "follicular neoplasm/suspicious for follicular neoplasm", or "suspicious for malignancy" were categorized as IC. Patients were subcategorized depending on the presence of microcalcification (Group 1) or its absence (Group 2). The …
Influence Of Dietary Vitamin D3 Supplementation On The Sarcomere Length,Warner?Bratzler Shear Force, Shortening Of Ageing Time, And Sensory Acceptanceof Culinary Beef Muscles, Urszula Karolina Rafalska
Influence Of Dietary Vitamin D3 Supplementation On The Sarcomere Length,Warner?Bratzler Shear Force, Shortening Of Ageing Time, And Sensory Acceptanceof Culinary Beef Muscles, Urszula Karolina Rafalska
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The aim of this study was to determine the effects of dietary vitamin D3 supplementation on ageing time, tenderness, and consumer acceptance of 3 muscles: longissimus lumborum, semitendinosus, and semimembranosus from crossbreed bulls. Bulls (n = 48) were divided into 4 experimental groups (n = 12 each) that were administered ground oats supplemented with various amounts of vitamin D3 (0.0, 3.5, 7.0, or 10.0 x 106 IU) at 1 day before slaughter. To determine the effect of vitamin D3 addition, changes in tenderness were measured by sarcomere length and Warner?Bratzler shear force (WBSF). In addition, all of the muscles were …
Distinctive Phenotypic And Molecular Characteristics Of Brucella Abortus Strains Isolated From Mongolia, Ji-Yeon Kim, Sung-Il Kang, Janchivdorj Erdenebaataar, Batbaatar Vanaabaatar, Gombosuren Ulziisaikhan, Ochirbat Khursbaatar, Kichan Lee, Jin Ju Lee, So-Ra Sung, Suk Chan Jung, Yong Ho Park, Han-Sang Yoo, Moon Her
Distinctive Phenotypic And Molecular Characteristics Of Brucella Abortus Strains Isolated From Mongolia, Ji-Yeon Kim, Sung-Il Kang, Janchivdorj Erdenebaataar, Batbaatar Vanaabaatar, Gombosuren Ulziisaikhan, Ochirbat Khursbaatar, Kichan Lee, Jin Ju Lee, So-Ra Sung, Suk Chan Jung, Yong Ho Park, Han-Sang Yoo, Moon Her
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
Recently, some Brucella abortus were isolated from human and various livestock in Mongolia, and the classical biotyping and molecular detection methods (PCR assays, 16S rRNA sequencing analysis, and multilocus variable number tandem repeat analysis (MLVA)) were applied to investigate them. Of the 16 isolates, nine and seven were confirmed as biovar (bv.) 3 and untyped by the classical biotyping assay, respectively. The phenotypic characteristics of the untyped isolates were consistent with those of the former B. abortus bv. 7, which is not included in the current Brucella taxonomy. Additionally, genus- and species-specific PCR supported that the untyped Mongolian isolates belonged …
Effect Of Retinol And Retinol Esters On Performance, Egg Quality, And Blood And Egg Vitamin A Levels In Laying Quails, Murat İlhan, Tuba Bülbül
Effect Of Retinol And Retinol Esters On Performance, Egg Quality, And Blood And Egg Vitamin A Levels In Laying Quails, Murat İlhan, Tuba Bülbül
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
This study aimed to determine the effects of retinol and retinol ester supplementation on performance, egg quality, serum and egg oxidative status, and vitamin A levels in laying quails. Three hundred quails were divided into 5 groups. The control group received a basal diet that contained vitamin premix without vitamin A or vitamin A precursors. The treatment groups received dietary supplementation with retinol and retinol esters [retinyl acetate (R-acetate), retinyl palmitate (R-palmitate), retinyl propionate (R-propionate), 3300 IU/kg]. Egg production and feed conversion ratio improved in all experimental groups. Serum β-carotene and malondialdehyde (MDA) levels decreased and serum retinol levels increased …