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Agreement Models For Multiraters, Tülay Saraçbaşi
Agreement Models For Multiraters, Tülay Saraçbaşi
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Agreement between 2 or more independent raters evaluating the same items and same scale can be measured by kappa coefficient. In recent years, modeling agreement among raters rather than summarizing indices has been preferred. In this study, the disadvantages of kappa are reviewed. Agreement models are introduced and these models are applied to a real data set. Materials and methods: Three pathologists classified each of 118 slides in terms of carcinoma in situ of the uterine cervix, based on the most involved lesions. Using log-linear agreement models, agreement between 3 pathologists according to their evaluations was investigated. Results: Coefficient of …
The Prenatal Diagnosis Of Familial Satellited Yq Chromosomes, Sezi̇n Yakut, Saffet Öztürk, Mehmet Şi̇mşek, İbrahi̇m İnanç Mendi̇lci̇oğlu, Güven Lüleci̇
The Prenatal Diagnosis Of Familial Satellited Yq Chromosomes, Sezi̇n Yakut, Saffet Öztürk, Mehmet Şi̇mşek, İbrahi̇m İnanç Mendi̇lci̇oğlu, Güven Lüleci̇
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To report a rare chromosomal abnormality, familial satellited Y chromosome (Yqs), in 3 Turkish prenatal cases. Material and methods: Metaphase chromosomes were prepared from amniocytes for prenatal cases and from lymphocytes for their fathers according to the standard methods. Results: In all cases, the analysis of all GTG-banded metaphases showed satellites on the long arms of chromosome Y as 46, XYqs karyotype. The indications for cytogenetic study were advanced maternal age and abnormal ultrasonographic findings with increased risk in the first trimester screening test. Cytogenetic studies of the fathers revealed that the Yqs were inherited. The satellites were positively stained …
About Cholecalciferol Insufficiency, Nasi̇h Şi̇nasi̇ Özsoylu, Mahmut Nedi̇m Ayteki̇n
About Cholecalciferol Insufficiency, Nasi̇h Şi̇nasi̇ Özsoylu, Mahmut Nedi̇m Ayteki̇n
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
No abstract provided.
Some Ethical Reflections On Weight-Loss Diets, Hakan Erti̇n, Bülent Özaltay
Some Ethical Reflections On Weight-Loss Diets, Hakan Erti̇n, Bülent Özaltay
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To assess how weight-loss diets tend to move away from the authority of conventional medicine and become a field of abuse. Endocrinologists and specialists on metabolic diseases are rarely called upon to speak about obesity, whereas physicians from unrelated fields or nonphysicians frequently appear in the media. Materials and methods: The literature related with the field was reviewed and interpreted from an ethical perspective. Results: It is presented medically doubtful solutions via television and the internet. Several weight-loss drugs are introduced to the market without adequate controls and then have to be withdrawn after having caused serious damage to the …
Assessment Of The Left Atrial Longitudinal Myocardial Function By Assessment Of The Left Atrial Longitudinal Myocardial Function By The Strain And Strain Rate Echocardiography In Patients With Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis*, Enbi̇ya Aksakal, Serdar Sevi̇mli̇, Hanefi̇ Yekta Gürlertop, Mehmet Ali̇ Elbey, Muhammed Hakan Taş, Fuat Gündoğdu, Mustafa Kemal Erol, Şule Karakelleoğlu
Assessment Of The Left Atrial Longitudinal Myocardial Function By Assessment Of The Left Atrial Longitudinal Myocardial Function By The Strain And Strain Rate Echocardiography In Patients With Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis*, Enbi̇ya Aksakal, Serdar Sevi̇mli̇, Hanefi̇ Yekta Gürlertop, Mehmet Ali̇ Elbey, Muhammed Hakan Taş, Fuat Gündoğdu, Mustafa Kemal Erol, Şule Karakelleoğlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To evaluate the regional left atrial (LA) myocardial functions and time to peak deformations by the longitudinal strain (S) and strain rate (Sr) echocardiography in isolated mitral stenosis (MS) patients for 3 LA periods (contractile, reservoir, and conduit periods). Materials and methods: Included in the study were 30 MS patients and 30 healthy controls. Longitudinal peak S and Sr indices, time to peak S and time to peak Sr, and systolic and diastolic velocities were measured from the color Doppler myocardial imaging data, for each LA period. Results: For all 3 periods, all of the segment S values and most …
Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase Activity Increases In Prehypertensive Patients, Özlem Karakurt, Göksel Çağirci, Nesli̇han Ebru Eryaşar
Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase Activity Increases In Prehypertensive Patients, Özlem Karakurt, Göksel Çağirci, Nesli̇han Ebru Eryaşar
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate the association between serum gamma-glutamyl transferase (gamma-glutamyl transpeptidase, GGT) levels and prehypertension in a nationally representative sample of Turkish adults. GGT is an enzyme present in serum and most cell surfaces. It is used as an oxidative stress marker. Increased serum GGT levels are implicated in increased blood pressure and the progression of hypertension. GGT may also have a role in the pathogenesis of cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus, obstructive sleep apnea syndrome, and metabolic syndrome. Materials and methods: Prehypertension was identified as systolic blood pressure ranging from 120 to 139 mmHg or diastolic blood pressure ranging from 80 …
Incidence Of Subtypes Of The Suprapatellar Fold In Fetus And Their Clinical Relevance In Early Periods Of Life: A Preliminary Study*, Zeli̇ha Kurtoğlu, Mustafa Akteki̇n, Deni̇z Uzmansel
Incidence Of Subtypes Of The Suprapatellar Fold In Fetus And Their Clinical Relevance In Early Periods Of Life: A Preliminary Study*, Zeli̇ha Kurtoğlu, Mustafa Akteki̇n, Deni̇z Uzmansel
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To determine whether the morphology and incidence of subtypes of the fetal suprapatellar fold are different from those of adults. Materials and methods: Suprapatellar folds of 30 fetal knees (6 male and 9 female fetuses, ages varying between 20 and 34 weeks of gestation) were classified according to their morphological features. Results: In 33.3% of the knees, the suprapatellar fold was forming an apparent barrier between the suprapatellar bursa and the main articular cavity. Vertical parts of the mediopatellar fold in 3 fetuses and lateral fold in 4 fetuses were coursing as the continuation of the suprapatellar folds. The suprapatellar …
Icsi Outcome In Severely Oligoasthenozoospermic Patients And Its Relationship To Prewash Progressive Sperm Motility*, Ni̇lgün Turhan, Aslihan Pekel, Ayli̇n Ayrim, Ömer Bayrak
Icsi Outcome In Severely Oligoasthenozoospermic Patients And Its Relationship To Prewash Progressive Sperm Motility*, Ni̇lgün Turhan, Aslihan Pekel, Ayli̇n Ayrim, Ömer Bayrak
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate the association between prewash progressive sperm motility and pregnancy rate in cases of severely oligoasthenozoospermic patients in intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) cycles. Materials and methods: The study included 80 infertile couples who were treated by ICSI due to severe oligoasthenozoospermia (
An Investigation Of Changes In Ocular Blood Flow In Rabbits With Long-Term Hyperhomocysteinemia Using Color Doppler Ultrasonography, Fi̇gen Nari̇n, Abdulhaki̇m Coşkun, Nazmi̇ Nari̇n, Ali̇ Baykan, Sertaç Hanedan Onan, Abdulkeri̇m Coşkun, Muammer Hakan Poyrazoğlu, Ruşen Erez
An Investigation Of Changes In Ocular Blood Flow In Rabbits With Long-Term Hyperhomocysteinemia Using Color Doppler Ultrasonography, Fi̇gen Nari̇n, Abdulhaki̇m Coşkun, Nazmi̇ Nari̇n, Ali̇ Baykan, Sertaç Hanedan Onan, Abdulkeri̇m Coşkun, Muammer Hakan Poyrazoğlu, Ruşen Erez
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Hyperhomocysteinemia was induced in rabbits using methionine. Ocular blood flow changes were examined by color Doppler ultrasonography (CDU). Materials and methods: Fifty New Zealand rabbits were divided into 5 groups. Groups 1-4 received one of the following chemicals: methionine only, methionine plus vitamin B6, methionine plus vitamin B12, or methionine plus folic acid. Controls received no chemicals. Serum homocysteine levels were measured on treatment days 1 and 60. Orbital vessels were examined by CDU on day 60. Results: In the 4 study groups, homocysteine levels were significantly elevated on day 60 compared to the levels on day 1 (P < 0.05). Elevations of homocysteine levels in group 1 were greater than those of groups 2 and 4 on day 60 (P < 0.05). When results of ocular blood flow changes were compared, no statistically significant difference was found based on flow velocities in the ophthalmic artery. Measurements from the ciliary artery revealed a statistically significant decrease in flow velocity in the study groups (P < 0.05). Conclusion: Using CDU, we found that flow velocities in the ciliary artery were decreased. This condition is attributed to atherosclerotic and thromboembolic alterations of the ocular vessels due to hyperhomocysteinemia.
Long-Term Outcomes Of 23-Gauge Transconjunctival Sutureless Vitrectomy, Mehmet Çitirik, Coşar Batman, Tolga Bi̇çer, Arsen Akinci
Long-Term Outcomes Of 23-Gauge Transconjunctival Sutureless Vitrectomy, Mehmet Çitirik, Coşar Batman, Tolga Bi̇çer, Arsen Akinci
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To assess the long-term efficacy and safety of 23-gauge transconjunctival sutureless pars plana vitrectomy in the management of vitreoretinal diseases. Materials and methods: In this study, 53 eyes of patients who underwent 23-gauge transconjunctival sutureless pars plana vitrectomy were included. A complete ophthalmological examination was performed preoperatively and at day 1, week 1, and months 1, 3, 6, and 12 after the surgery. Results: The mean age of the patients was 56.3 years (range: 22-73). Overall, the mean preoperative best-corrected visual acuity was 20/800, and the final mean postoperative best-corrected visual acuity at the 12-month visit was 20/160. The overall …
Evaluation Of Dose-Related Genotoxicity Of Desflurane By Sce Human Lymphocytes, Bahar Aydinli, Ayşegül Özgök, Zeli̇ha Asli Demi̇r, Seyhan Yağar, Mehmet Ali̇ Ergün, Derya Karaer, Mustafa Necmi̇ İlhan
Evaluation Of Dose-Related Genotoxicity Of Desflurane By Sce Human Lymphocytes, Bahar Aydinli, Ayşegül Özgök, Zeli̇ha Asli Demi̇r, Seyhan Yağar, Mehmet Ali̇ Ergün, Derya Karaer, Mustafa Necmi̇ İlhan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To evaluate dose-related genotoxicity of desflurane. In the literature, there are studies with equivocal data regarding the potential genotoxicity of inhalational anesthetics. However, it is important to know about the genotoxic safety of an anesthetic agent. Materials and methods: Two groups were enrolled into the study. The first group was maintained with a desflurane minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) of 0.5 and the second was maintained with 1 MAC of desflurane. Blood samples were obtained and studied at the baseline and after 3 h of anesthesia via sister chromatid exchange (SCE) assay. Results: In both groups, SCEs per cell were noted …
Protective Activity Of The Methanol Extract Of Usnea Longissima Against Oxidative Damage And Genotoxicity Caused By Aflatoxin B_1 In Vitro, Güleray Ağar, Ali̇ Aslan, Eli̇f Kotan Sarioğlu, Lokman Alpsoy, Selçuk Çeker
Protective Activity Of The Methanol Extract Of Usnea Longissima Against Oxidative Damage And Genotoxicity Caused By Aflatoxin B_1 In Vitro, Güleray Ağar, Ali̇ Aslan, Eli̇f Kotan Sarioğlu, Lokman Alpsoy, Selçuk Çeker
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate the effects of methanol extracts obtained from Usnea longissima (UME) on the genotoxicity and oxidative stress of aflatoxin B_1 (AFB_1) in cultured human blood cells. Materials and methods: Sister chromatid exchange (SCE) and micronucleus (MN) tests were used for estimation of genotoxic influences. Activities of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione peroxidase (GPx) and the malondialdehyde (MDA) level were also measured to evaluate the antioxidative effect of UME. Results: In the SCE and MN test systems, it was observed that UME suppressed the mutagenic effects of AFB_1. Furthermore, an increase of MDA level and a decrease of SOD and …
Retrospective Review Of Critically Ill Obstetrical Patients: A Decade's Experience, Tuncer Şi̇mşek, Can Eyi̇gör, Mehmet Uyar, Semra Karaman, Ali̇ Reşat Moral
Retrospective Review Of Critically Ill Obstetrical Patients: A Decade's Experience, Tuncer Şi̇mşek, Can Eyi̇gör, Mehmet Uyar, Semra Karaman, Ali̇ Reşat Moral
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate the reasons for the admission of obstetrical patients to the intensive care unit (ICU) and their clinical outcomes, to compare the roles of the current scoring systems in estimating the mortality of these patients, and to determine adverse prognostic factors in critically ill obstetrical patients. Materials and methods: Data were retrospectively obtained from obstetrical patients admitted to the ICU in our institution between January 1999 and April 2009. Demographic characteristics, Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation II (APACHE II) score, Sequential Organ Failure Assessment (SOFA) score, and Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score of patients at the time of …
Evaluation Of The Effectiveness Of An Intervention Program On Preventing Childhood Obesity In Denizli, Turkey, Özgür Sevi̇nç, Ali̇ İhsan Bozkurt, Mehmet Gündoğdu, Ümmühan Baş Aslan, Bülent Ağbuğa, Şehmus Aslan, Emel Di̇kbaş, Zeli̇ha Gökçe
Evaluation Of The Effectiveness Of An Intervention Program On Preventing Childhood Obesity In Denizli, Turkey, Özgür Sevi̇nç, Ali̇ İhsan Bozkurt, Mehmet Gündoğdu, Ümmühan Baş Aslan, Bülent Ağbuğa, Şehmus Aslan, Emel Di̇kbaş, Zeli̇ha Gökçe
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To determine the efficiency of 2 different intervention programs (healthy nutrition education and/or physical activity programs) for preventing the obesity of primary school students. Materials and methods: Selected were 6 schools, making 3 groups, from all primary schools in Denizli with the half-day education system. Each group was composed of 2 schools. The groups were randomly divided into intervention group 1, intervention group 2, and the control group. The body mass index (BMI) levels of the students in all of the groups were calculated. Both the physical activity and healthy nutrition programs were applied to intervention group 1, and only …
A Practical Calculation Method For Predetermination Of Amount And Duration Of Expander Application, Önder Tan
A Practical Calculation Method For Predetermination Of Amount And Duration Of Expander Application, Önder Tan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Expander application has become one of the methods most commonly used in reconstructive surgery by virtue of its many advantages. Determination of the amount and duration of expansion completely depends on a surgeon's experience and clinical estimation. Interestingly, no quantitative method has been described in the literature. In an attempt to address this issue, I developed a practical calculation method for expander cases. I use this technique daily during the expansion process to decide whether or not to complete the procedure. By means of this practical method, I believe that expanders can be optimally and more effectively utilized in reconstructive …
Left Main Coronary Calcification Mimicking Dissection: Multislice Computed Tomography Saves The Patient From Emergent Surgery, Tahi̇r Durmaz, Telat Keleş, Ni̇hal Akar Bayram, Meli̇ke Ruşen Meti̇n, Hüseyi̇n Ayhan, Engi̇n Bozkurt
Left Main Coronary Calcification Mimicking Dissection: Multislice Computed Tomography Saves The Patient From Emergent Surgery, Tahi̇r Durmaz, Telat Keleş, Ni̇hal Akar Bayram, Meli̇ke Ruşen Meti̇n, Hüseyi̇n Ayhan, Engi̇n Bozkurt
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Diagnosis of coronary artery dissection using multislice computed tomography (MSCT), particularly of the left main coronary artery (LMCA), has been rarely reported. Coronary anatomy and calcification can be evaluated with MSCT. Herein, we present a case with acute coronary syndrome and coronary artery calcification mimicking the LMCA dissection detected by MSCT.
Nosocomial Candidemia: A Threat Beyond Nosocomial Bacterial Infections In Intensive Care Units, Emi̇ne Alp Meşe, Çi̇ğdem Ağkuş, Ramazan Coşkun, Gökhan Metan, Ayşe Nedret Koç, Murat Sungur, Mehmet Doğanay
Nosocomial Candidemia: A Threat Beyond Nosocomial Bacterial Infections In Intensive Care Units, Emi̇ne Alp Meşe, Çi̇ğdem Ağkuş, Ramazan Coşkun, Gökhan Metan, Ayşe Nedret Koç, Murat Sungur, Mehmet Doğanay
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
There is no abstract
Glutamate Dehydrogenase And Triose-Phosphate-Isomerase Coding Genes For Detection And Genetic Characterization Of Giardia Lamblia In Human Feces By Pcr And Pcr-Rflp*, Kareem Hatam Nahavandi, Esmaeel Fallah, Mohammad Asgharzadeh, Nasrin Mirsamadi, Behroz Mahdavipour
Glutamate Dehydrogenase And Triose-Phosphate-Isomerase Coding Genes For Detection And Genetic Characterization Of Giardia Lamblia In Human Feces By Pcr And Pcr-Rflp*, Kareem Hatam Nahavandi, Esmaeel Fallah, Mohammad Asgharzadeh, Nasrin Mirsamadi, Behroz Mahdavipour
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
The purpose of this study was comparison of the glutamate dehydrogenase (gdh) and triose phosphate isomerase (tpi) genes for detection and genetic characterization of Giardia lamblia (G. lamblia) in human stool by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and PCR-restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP). Our assay was specific and distinguished between G. lamblia assemblages A and B. Materials and methods: Among the 325 stool samples obtained from patients with acute gastroenteritis hospitalized in the Pediatric Hospital and infected humans referred to the Tabriz Reference Laboratory (TRL), 34 Giardia-positive stool samples were identified by conventional techniques. Two assays-PCR and PCR-RFLP-targeting the tpi and …
Evaluation Of Health-Related Quality Of Life Of Women Living In A City Center In The East Of Turkey, Nüket Paksoy Erbaydar, Nazmi̇ Bi̇li̇r, Lütfi̇ye Hi̇lal Özcebe, Songül Vai̇zoğlu, Di̇lek Aslan
Evaluation Of Health-Related Quality Of Life Of Women Living In A City Center In The East Of Turkey, Nüket Paksoy Erbaydar, Nazmi̇ Bi̇li̇r, Lütfi̇ye Hi̇lal Özcebe, Songül Vai̇zoğlu, Di̇lek Aslan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To evaluate the health-related quality of life of women living in Van city center by SF-36 and its association with the women's characteristics. Materials and methods: The women (n = 1527) answered a questionnaire through a face-to-face interview, and some measurements were made. The variations of physical component score (PCS) and mental component score (MCS) of SF-36 were investigated by non-parametric tests, and by linear regression analysis. Results: The percentage of early marriages among married women was 55.6. Number of pregnancies per married woman was 4.5 ± 2.8, the lowest mean in vitality (44.0 ± 20.6) and the highest mean …
A Determination Of The Factors That Affect The Level Of Pediatric Nurses' Liking Of Children, Yurdagül Erdem, Veli̇ Duyan
A Determination Of The Factors That Affect The Level Of Pediatric Nurses' Liking Of Children, Yurdagül Erdem, Veli̇ Duyan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Every person under the age of 18 is a child. One's attitude towards children is made up of the person's basic beliefs about children and their reaction to the idea of being with children. Pediatric nurses are expected to understand children's physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development, to advocate for children, and to show affection towards and interest in children. This study is conducted to determine the level of liking of children of nurses who are working at pediatric clinics. Materials and methods: This descriptive study was conducted on 207 nurses employed at pediatric clinics of university and state hospitals. …
Dimensions Of Water Contamination In The Subprovinces Of Adana Province, Turkey, Ferdi̇ Tanir, Beri̇l Akçi̇men, Fati̇h Köksal, Necdet Aytaç, İbrahi̇m Cengi̇zler
Dimensions Of Water Contamination In The Subprovinces Of Adana Province, Turkey, Ferdi̇ Tanir, Beri̇l Akçi̇men, Fati̇h Köksal, Necdet Aytaç, İbrahi̇m Cengi̇zler
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To determine the dimension of the contamination of the drinking and utility water in the touristic Bahçe district of the Karataş subprovince of Adana province, and to share our views on how to raise the quality of the water in the district. Materials and methods: In 2007 and 2008, 80 samples were taken 8 times, on a seasonal basis, from the drinking water and sea water of the Bahçe district. Eleven organic and inorganic parameters were measured and presented following a comparison with criteria values Results: Ni, Zn, Cu, Pb, NO3-N, COD, and phenol contamination parameters were found to be …
Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Hiv, And Vdrl Seroprevalence Of Blood Donors In Mersin, Turkey, Seva Öner, Gülçi̇n Yapici, Caferi̇ Tayyar Şaşmaz, Ahmet Öner Kurt, Resul Buğdayci
Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Hiv, And Vdrl Seroprevalence Of Blood Donors In Mersin, Turkey, Seva Öner, Gülçi̇n Yapici, Caferi̇ Tayyar Şaşmaz, Ahmet Öner Kurt, Resul Buğdayci
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
The aim of this study was to determine the seroprevalence and affecting factors of Hepatitis B surface antigen (HbsAg), hepatitis C virus antibody (anti-HCV), anti human immunodeficiency virus (anti-HIV), and VDRL in blood donors in Mersin. Materials and methods: This was a retrospective, descriptive study. All blood centers in Mersin were included in the study. The medical records of 30,716 blood donors were evaluated. The data were analyzed using descriptive analysis, linear-by-linear association test, and the Pearson chi-square significance test. Results: Of the donors, 691 (2.2%) had positive HbsAg, 125 (0.4%) had positive anti-HCV, and 46 (0.1%) had positive VDRL …
Prevalence Of Cutaneous Mycoses Among Workers, Ali Zarei Mahmoudabadi, Baharea Izadi
Prevalence Of Cutaneous Mycoses Among Workers, Ali Zarei Mahmoudabadi, Baharea Izadi
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
The aim of present study was to determine the prevalence of cutaneous mycoses in workers employed in different areas of the Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences. Materials and methods: In the present study 128 employees who held different positions (gardeners, lab cleaners, sanitary workers, repair workers, dishwashers, and cooks) at the Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences were studied. All workers were visited by a physician and 34 (26.6%) were suspected of having cutaneous fungal diseases. Several skin scraping and nail clipping samples were collected from the study participants. In addition, the Scotch Tape method was used for sampling …
Distribution Of Coronary Artery Risk Factors: A Regional Analysis, Mehmet Bostan, Ömer Şatiroğlu, Hüseyi̇n Avni̇ Uydu, Yüksel Çi̇çek, Aytun Çanga, Zaki̇r Karadağ, Ahmet Temi̇z, Yavuz Uğurlu, Mehtap Atak, Engi̇n Bozkurt
Distribution Of Coronary Artery Risk Factors: A Regional Analysis, Mehmet Bostan, Ömer Şatiroğlu, Hüseyi̇n Avni̇ Uydu, Yüksel Çi̇çek, Aytun Çanga, Zaki̇r Karadağ, Ahmet Temi̇z, Yavuz Uğurlu, Mehtap Atak, Engi̇n Bozkurt
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To analyze the frequency and distribution of coronary artery risk factors in the city of Rize and its surrounding areas. Materials and methods: This observational study included 452 patients (333 men, 119 women). In addition to demographic characteristics of the patients, conventional risk factors were also recorded. The patients were grouped according to their ages, gender, and electrocardiographic characteristics. Results: The mean age of participants was 63 ± 13 years and 74% were male. Smoking and hypertension (HT) were seen more often (71%) in younger male patients. No difference among age groups was detected with regard to the occurrence of …
Investigation Of Toxin Genes In Staphylococcus Aureus Strains Isolated In Mustafa Kemal University Hospital, Cemi̇l Demi̇r, Özkan Aslantaş, Ni̇zami̇ Duran, Sabahatti̇n Ocak, Burçi̇n Özer
Investigation Of Toxin Genes In Staphylococcus Aureus Strains Isolated In Mustafa Kemal University Hospital, Cemi̇l Demi̇r, Özkan Aslantaş, Ni̇zami̇ Duran, Sabahatti̇n Ocak, Burçi̇n Özer
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
The aim of this study was to investigate the presence of genes encoding staphylococcal enterotoxins (SEs), exfoliative toxins (ETAs, ETBs), and toxic shock syndrome toxin-1 (TSST-1) by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) in Staphylococcus aureus strains isolated from various clinical samples from the Mustafa Kemal University Hospital. In addition, PCR-based restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP) analysis of the coa gene was employed to genotype the isolates. Materials and methods: A total of 120 S. aureus strains isolated from various clinical samples (blood, wounds, urine, conjuctival swabs, and tracheal aspirate) over a 1 year period, 2007-2008, were used in this study. Results: …