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Effect Of Telmisartan On Vascular Endothelium In Hypertensive And Type 2 Diabetic Hypertensive Patients, Burcu Barutçuoğlu, Zuhal Parildar, M. Işil Mutaf, Di̇lek Özmen, Emi̇n Ali̇oğlu, Sara Habi̇f, Oya Bayindir
Effect Of Telmisartan On Vascular Endothelium In Hypertensive And Type 2 Diabetic Hypertensive Patients, Burcu Barutçuoğlu, Zuhal Parildar, M. Işil Mutaf, Di̇lek Özmen, Emi̇n Ali̇oğlu, Sara Habi̇f, Oya Bayindir
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) cause endothelial dysfunction and may result in cardiovascular disease. The aim of this study was to assess endothelial dysfunction in essential hypertensives, and normotensive and hypertensive type 2 diabetics and to evaluate the effect of telmisartan on endothelium in hypertensives. Materials and methods: Eighteen essential hypertensives (group 1), 16 type 2 diabetic hypertensives (group 2), 10 type 2 diabetic normotensives (group 3), and 10 control subjects (group 4) were included in this study. Groups 1 and 2 received 40 mg/day telmisartan for 12 weeks and were evaluated at the beginning and end. Groups …
Effects Of Adenosine A1 Receptor Agonist Ccpa And Antagonist Dpcpx On Ischemia/Reperfusion-Induced Arrhythmias In Rats*, Ömer Bozdoğan, Ersöz Gonca, Nuran Ekerbi̇çer
Effects Of Adenosine A1 Receptor Agonist Ccpa And Antagonist Dpcpx On Ischemia/Reperfusion-Induced Arrhythmias In Rats*, Ömer Bozdoğan, Ersöz Gonca, Nuran Ekerbi̇çer
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Adenosine has been commonly used to treat supraventricular tachycardia in clinics. However, there are only a few studies on the effects of adenosine on ischemia or reperfusion induced arrhythmia and they conflict with the results of the present study. During this study, we aimed to clarify the effect of adenosine on ischemia-reperfusion induced arrhythmia. Materials and methods: Left coronary artery was ligated for 6 min and it was released for 15 min to produce reperfusion. A1 adenosine agonist CCPA (2 Chloro - N6 - Cyclopentyl-adenosine), and A1 selective antagonist DPCPX (8 - Cyclopentyl - 1,3 -dipropylxanthine) in 5 µg/kg dose …
The Effect Of L-Tryptophan On The Heart In Rabbits Via Chronic Hypoxia, Fi̇gen Nari̇n, Nazmi̇ Nari̇n, Fatmagül Başarslan, Ali̇ Baykan, Sadetti̇n Sezer, Hülya Akgün, Aynur Akin, Mustafa Akçakuş, Hakan Ceyran
The Effect Of L-Tryptophan On The Heart In Rabbits Via Chronic Hypoxia, Fi̇gen Nari̇n, Nazmi̇ Nari̇n, Fatmagül Başarslan, Ali̇ Baykan, Sadetti̇n Sezer, Hülya Akgün, Aynur Akin, Mustafa Akçakuş, Hakan Ceyran
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To evaluate the protective effect of tryptophan on an experimentally produced hypoxic myocardial injury via biochemical and pathological parameters. Materials and methods: A total of 26 rabbits were divided into 3 groups. Group 1 (n = 9) was only exposed to hypoxia. Group 2 (n = 10) was exposed to hypoxia and received L-tryptophan (200 mg/kg per day, orally for 5 days). Group 3 (n = 7) was the control group. Before the hypoxic injury and after the delivery of the medication, serum samples were taken for troponin-I, creatine kinase myocardial isoenzymes (CK-MB), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), superoxide …
Anti-Diabetic Activity Of Tinospora Cordifolia (Willd.) In Streptozotocin Diabetic Rats; Does It Act Like Sulfonylureas?, Nagaraja Puranik, Kararashah Fakruddin Kammar, Sheela Devi
Anti-Diabetic Activity Of Tinospora Cordifolia (Willd.) In Streptozotocin Diabetic Rats; Does It Act Like Sulfonylureas?, Nagaraja Puranik, Kararashah Fakruddin Kammar, Sheela Devi
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
As an alternative medicine to treat diabetes mellitus, many herbal drugs are being studied throughout the world. In the present study, an attempt was made to investigate the anti-diabetic activity of Tinospora cordifolia (Willd.) (TC) stem extracts (both aqueous and alcoholic) in different dosages (200 and 400 mg/kg b.w.) in streptozotocin diabetic albino rats. The probable mechanism by which TC may act as an anti-hyperglycemic drug was also investigated. Materials and methods: The drug was administered orally for 10 days and 30 days in different groups of animal, with each group containing 6 animals. The efficacy of this drug was …
Exposure To Continuous Darkness Leads To Atypical Symptoms Of Seasonal Affective Disorder In Rats, Çağla Ayhan İşman, Nesli̇han Toyran, Ni̇met Ünay Gündoğan
Exposure To Continuous Darkness Leads To Atypical Symptoms Of Seasonal Affective Disorder In Rats, Çağla Ayhan İşman, Nesli̇han Toyran, Ni̇met Ünay Gündoğan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Prolonged duration of nocturnal melatonin increase has been implicated in the pathogenesis of the seasonal affective disorder (SAD) winter depression. This study was designed to investigate behavioral and physiological consequences of constant dark exposure in male rats for its potential application to human affective disorders. Materials and methods: A total of 12 male Wistar-Albino rats (230-290 g) were assigned to control (LD 12:12 h; n = 6) and constant darkness (DD, 10 days; n = 6) groups. Experimental protocol included comparison of behavioral (FST, open field test, and sucrose preference) and physiological (body weight, food intake, and blood glucose level) …
Morphine Modulates Microvascular Leakage Dose-Dependently In The Airway Of Ovalbumin-Sensitized Rats, Seyfullah Oktay Arslan
Morphine Modulates Microvascular Leakage Dose-Dependently In The Airway Of Ovalbumin-Sensitized Rats, Seyfullah Oktay Arslan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate the effect of morphine on ovalbumin-evoked airway microvascular leakage in sensitized rats. Materials and methods: Rats were sensitized on days 0, 14, and 21 with ovalbumin. Intravenous ovalbumin (2 mg/kg) or capsaicin (50 µg/kg) increased the extravasation of Evans blue dye in trachea, bronchi, and intra-pulmonary tissues of sensitized rats. Results: Morphine (1-10 mg/kg) inhibited ovalbumin-evoked increase in microvascular plasma leakage in a dose-dependent manner; however, it had no significant effect at the doses of 0.1 or 30 mg/kg. In addition, morphine, at the doses of 1-30 mg/kg, abolished microvascular leakage increased by capsaicin. The inhibition caused by …
Subclinical Hypothyroidism In Obese Turkish Adolescents: The Relationship With Anthropometry And Fatty Liver, Şami̇l Hizli, Nur Arslan, Ayhan Abaci, Benal Büyükgebi̇z
Subclinical Hypothyroidism In Obese Turkish Adolescents: The Relationship With Anthropometry And Fatty Liver, Şami̇l Hizli, Nur Arslan, Ayhan Abaci, Benal Büyükgebi̇z
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To evaluate whether subclinical hypothyroidism (SH) is associated with anthropometry and fatty infiltration of liver in obese adolescents. Materials and methods: The adolescents attended with the complaint of obesity aged 11 to 15 years included in the study. Patients were diagnosed as obese adolescents with fatty liver. Age-, gender-, and body weight-matched obese adolescents without fatty liver seen during the same period served as controls. Clinical characteristics, laboratory parameters, and frequency of subclinical hypothyroidism (SH) of both groups were compared. Results: The study population included 218 adolescents with obesity. Of 218, 30 (13.7%) had fatty liver at ultrasonography (group 1) …
Clinical Presentation Of Breast Tuberculosis In Eastern Anatolia, S. Selçuk Atamanalp, Cemal Gündoğdu, Pinar Polat, Gürkan Öztürk, Bülent Aydinli, Durkaya Ören, Mahmut Başoğlu, M. İlhan Yildirgan
Clinical Presentation Of Breast Tuberculosis In Eastern Anatolia, S. Selçuk Atamanalp, Cemal Gündoğdu, Pinar Polat, Gürkan Öztürk, Bülent Aydinli, Durkaya Ören, Mahmut Başoğlu, M. İlhan Yildirgan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Breast tuberculosis is a very rare disease of the breast. This report aimed to review our clinical experience of 20 years and 7 cases of breast tuberculosis. Materials and methods: The records of 7 patients with breast tuberculosis were reviewed retrospectively. Results: The surgical procedure applied for breast tuberculosis comprised 1.3% of all surgical procedures of breast surgery. The mean age of the breast tuberculosis patients was 36 years, and all of the patients were female. The mean symptom duration was 12.8 months. The most common symptoms were painful breast mass in all the patients, 2 (28.6%) of whom had …
Cervical Spine Movement During Intubation Using The Airtraq® And Direct Laryngoscopy, İ. Aydin Erden, A. Gülsün Pamuk, Şennur Uzun, Serdar Geyi̇k, Saruhan Çeki̇rge, Ülkü Aypar
Cervical Spine Movement During Intubation Using The Airtraq® And Direct Laryngoscopy, İ. Aydin Erden, A. Gülsün Pamuk, Şennur Uzun, Serdar Geyi̇k, Saruhan Çeki̇rge, Ülkü Aypar
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To compare 2 endotracheal intubation techniques, namely direct laryngoscopy and Airtraq®, according to their influence on cervical spine movement and intubation time and success rates, complications, and hemodynamic responses. Materials and methods: Thirty three patients without cervical spine problems were enrolled in the study. Patients were randomized into direct laryngoscopy and Airtraq® groups. Assessment of movement of the cervical spine was made by taking 3 lateral cervical spine X-rays. First, when the cervical spine was in the neutral position, second during the greatest excursion of the cervical spine, and finally, after intubation. A reference line was drawn following the dorsal …
Implications Of Socio-Economic Status On The Dietary Fatty Acid Intakes In Turkish Women, Zehra Büyüktuncer, Berat Nursal Tosun, Ayli̇n Ayaz, Makbule Gezmen Karadağ, Alev Kocabaş Keser, Meral Aksoy, Mi̇ne Yurttagül, Sevi̇nç Yücecan, Hali̇t Tanju Besler
Implications Of Socio-Economic Status On The Dietary Fatty Acid Intakes In Turkish Women, Zehra Büyüktuncer, Berat Nursal Tosun, Ayli̇n Ayaz, Makbule Gezmen Karadağ, Alev Kocabaş Keser, Meral Aksoy, Mi̇ne Yurttagül, Sevi̇nç Yücecan, Hali̇t Tanju Besler
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate the effects of socio-economic status (SES) on the dietary intakes of fatty acids in a group of Turkish women. Materials and methods: Five hundred and sixty three women were randomly enrolled into the study. They were classified into 3 SES groups: group 1 high (n = 186), group 2 medium (n = 186), and group 3 low (n = 191). The groups were determined by the SES distribution of Ankara as determined by the 2000 census. Each participant was investigated with a questionnaire consisting of demographic characteristics, physical activity level (24-h record), and dietary intake (24-h recall) by …
Isolation Of Cryptococcus Neoformans From Pigeon Droppings In Ahwaz, Iran, Majid Zarrin, Masoomeh Jorfi, Nasrin Amirrajab, Morad Rostami
Isolation Of Cryptococcus Neoformans From Pigeon Droppings In Ahwaz, Iran, Majid Zarrin, Masoomeh Jorfi, Nasrin Amirrajab, Morad Rostami
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Cryptococcus neoformans is an opportunistic human pathogen that causes cryptococcosis, a life-threatening infection that is usually manifested as menigeoencephalitis mainly in immunocompromised patients. The objective of this study was to evaluate the presence of Cryptococcus neoformans in Ahwaz, Iran. Materials and methods: Sixty-five samples of pigeon droppings were collected from 10 different regions in Ahwaz. Each sample was suspended 1:10 in saline solution and then cultured in Sabouraud's dextrose agar medium including chloramphenicol. Identification of C. neoformans was performed on the basis of melanin synthesis on bird seed agar, presence of a capsule on India ink preparation, urease production on …
A Bacteriological Examination Of Urine Before And After Urodynamic Testing, Defne Gümüş, Yaşar Bağdatli
A Bacteriological Examination Of Urine Before And After Urodynamic Testing, Defne Gümüş, Yaşar Bağdatli
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Urodynamic studies have been associated with an increased risk of bacteriuria and symptomatic urinary tract infection (UTI) because it is applied by invasive catheterization. In this study the value of antibiotic prophylaxis in decreasing the risk of bacteriuria and symptomatic UTI has been questioned in children. Materials and methods: Urine samples of 90 patients, who were taken before and after urodynamic testing in Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Videourodynamics Laboratory of Child Surgery Department, were cultured microbiologically to determine the presence of bacteriuria. Results: The rate of bacteriuria was found statistically higher in 50 patients under trimethoprim/sulphamethoxazole and 17 under nitrofurantoin …
Trace Elements And Physical Activity In Children And Adolescents With Depression, M. Meti̇n Donma, Orki̇de Donma
Trace Elements And Physical Activity In Children And Adolescents With Depression, M. Meti̇n Donma, Orki̇de Donma
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Depression is a common mental health problem among adolescents. Depressive symptoms are also important and may appear even during the preschool period. Physical activity, which may improve some mental health problems, is inversely associated with depression. Due to the presence of some clinical evidence about the relation between the use of antidepressants and suicide, there is a need for supportive agents during antidepressant therapy. Within this context, essential trace elements gain importance for further consideration. Protection of the developing brain from the negative effects of iron deficiency is important because of iron deficiency's association with poor mental development. Reactions between …
The Role Of Ultrasonographic Hepatic Artery Resistive Index In The Diagnosis Of Insulin Resistance In Obese Children With Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Şami̇l Hizli, Ali̇ Koçyi̇ği̇t, Nur Arslan, Sedat Alpaslan Tuncel, Fati̇h Demi̇rci̇oğlu, Handan Çakmakçi, Benal Büyükgebi̇z
The Role Of Ultrasonographic Hepatic Artery Resistive Index In The Diagnosis Of Insulin Resistance In Obese Children With Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Şami̇l Hizli, Ali̇ Koçyi̇ği̇t, Nur Arslan, Sedat Alpaslan Tuncel, Fati̇h Demi̇rci̇oğlu, Handan Çakmakçi, Benal Büyükgebi̇z
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To determine the role of hepatic artery resistive index (HARI) measurement in the prediction of insulin resistance (IR) in obese children with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Materials and methods: A total of 64 obese subjects with NAFLD (13.5 ± 1.36 years of age, 34 male) and 32 age- and gender-matched control subjects (13.8 ± 1.24 years of age, 16 male) were enrolled in the study. All subjects underwent a physical examination, laboratory tests, and ultrasonographic and Doppler examinations of the liver. The homeostasis model assessment of IR (HOMA-IR) was used for the IR diagnosis. Results: Obese subjects with NAFLD …
Endometrial Parameters In Ivf And Iui Administration On Elderly Women, Nafi̇ye Yilmaz, Sevtap Kiliç, Yusuf Madendağ, İlknur Madendağ, Ayli̇n Özgün, Gülnur Özakşi̇t, Sertaç Batioğlu
Endometrial Parameters In Ivf And Iui Administration On Elderly Women, Nafi̇ye Yilmaz, Sevtap Kiliç, Yusuf Madendağ, İlknur Madendağ, Ayli̇n Özgün, Gülnur Özakşi̇t, Sertaç Batioğlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
There are still controversial results about the role of endometrial thickness, pattern, volume, and vascularity in endometrial receptivity. We studied the predictivity of endometrial parameters in endometrial receptivity in over-aged, normogonadotrophic unexplained infertile women. Materials and methods: In this study, 150 women with an age range of 38-42 were included. The patients were divided into 4 groups: group 1 was applied recombinant FSH and intrauterine insemination, group 2 was applied clomiphene citrate and intrauterine insemination, group 3 was applied IVF, and group 4 (control group) was composed of fertile control patients. All patients in each study group had standard initiation …
Effect Of Passive Smoking On The Development Of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease In Southeastern Turkey, Teki̇n Yildiz, Füsun Topçu, Yusuf Çeli̇k, Levent Akyildiz, Güngör Ateş, Di̇lek Durak
Effect Of Passive Smoking On The Development Of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease In Southeastern Turkey, Teki̇n Yildiz, Füsun Topçu, Yusuf Çeli̇k, Levent Akyildiz, Güngör Ateş, Di̇lek Durak
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To determine the effect of passive smoking on the development of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) among persons who spend a long time in cafes. Materials and methods: The study sample included 348 male smokers who were older than 40 years and spend a long time in cafes. The questions were derived from the European Coal and Steel Community (ECSC) questionnaire. We also inquired about the nature of cafe visits (hours/day, visits/week, visits/month). Results: COPD was found in 18.1% (63/348 subjects) of the smokers aged >=40 years. In these 63 subjects, based on spirometry results, the rate of mild and …
Association Between Prepregnancy Body Mass Index, Gestational Weight Gain, And Perinatal Outcomes, İlknur İnegöl Gümüş, Feri̇dun Karakurt, Ayşe Kargili, Ni̇lgün Öztürk Turhan, Mehtap Erkmen Uyar
Association Between Prepregnancy Body Mass Index, Gestational Weight Gain, And Perinatal Outcomes, İlknur İnegöl Gümüş, Feri̇dun Karakurt, Ayşe Kargili, Ni̇lgün Öztürk Turhan, Mehtap Erkmen Uyar
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
We aimed to investigate the effects of prepregnancy body mass index (BMI) and excess gestational weight gain on maternal-fetal outcomes. Materials and methods: Obstetrics records of 537 singleton pregnants delivered at our institution were reviewed. According to BMI, the patients were divided into 3 groups, namely, Group 1: normal (BMI 20-24.9 kg/m^2) (n = 394); Group 2: overweight (BMI 25-29.9 kg/m^2) (n = 112); Group 3: Obese (BMI > 30 kg/m^2) (n = 31). According to gestational weight gain, the subjects divided into 2 categories, namely, Group A: 8-15.9 kg weight gain (n = 326); Group B: >16kg weight gain (n …
Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia In Nonintensive Care Unit Wards, Meltem Avci, Onur Özgenç, Ayten Coşkuner, Berna Bozca, Levent Kidak, Gülşen Mermut, Mehmet Sezai̇ Taşbakan, Nesli̇han Genç, Gülşen Güloğlu, Alpay Ari
Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia In Nonintensive Care Unit Wards, Meltem Avci, Onur Özgenç, Ayten Coşkuner, Berna Bozca, Levent Kidak, Gülşen Mermut, Mehmet Sezai̇ Taşbakan, Nesli̇han Genç, Gülşen Güloğlu, Alpay Ari
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To determine the incidence, risk factors, etiology, and antibiotic susceptibility of hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP) in nonintensive care units (non-ICU) and nonintubated adult patients. Materials and methods: A prospective surveillance study was performed from January 2006 through December 2007 in the medical and surgical wards of the İzmir Teaching and Research Hospital. Results: During the study period, data on 57,133 patients with a total of 413,515 patient-days were analyzed. A total of 106 HAP episodes occurred in 99 patients. The infection rate per 100 patients and per 1000 patient-days was found to be 0.2% and 0.3%, respectively. HAP episodes were detected …
Comparison Of The Effects Of Repeated Dose Treatments Of Lornoxicam And Meloxicam On Renal Functions In Rats, Başak Pehli̇van, Özgün Çuvaş, Hülya Başar, Fati̇h Bakir, Hüseyi̇n Üstün, Bayazit Di̇kmen
Comparison Of The Effects Of Repeated Dose Treatments Of Lornoxicam And Meloxicam On Renal Functions In Rats, Başak Pehli̇van, Özgün Çuvaş, Hülya Başar, Fati̇h Bakir, Hüseyi̇n Üstün, Bayazit Di̇kmen
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
We aimed to investigate the renal effects of meloxicam, a preferential cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitor nonsteroidal antiiflammatory drug, and lornoxicam, a nonspecific cyclooxygenase inhibitor, in rats. We wanted to test the hypothesis that preferential cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitors have a higher renal safety profile when compared with the nonspecific cyclooxygenase inhibitors. Materials and methods: Thirty healthy male Sprague-Dawley rats were included in the study. During the study period, 0.9% NaCl, 5.8 mg kg^{-1} meloxicam, or 1.3 mg kg^{-1} lornoxicam were given in 1 mL volumes once daily by the peritoneal route. On day 14, rats were placed in metabolic cages and their urine was …
Protective Effect Of Selenium On Intussusception-Induced Ischemia/Reperfusion Intestinal Oxidative Injury In Rats*, Hülya Akman, Sali̇h Somuncu, Günnur Di̇kmen, Şebnem Ayva, Tutku Soyer, Paki̇ze Doğan, Murat Çakmak
Protective Effect Of Selenium On Intussusception-Induced Ischemia/Reperfusion Intestinal Oxidative Injury In Rats*, Hülya Akman, Sali̇h Somuncu, Günnur Di̇kmen, Şebnem Ayva, Tutku Soyer, Paki̇ze Doğan, Murat Çakmak
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To evaluate the protective effect of selenium on intestinal ischemia-reperfusion injury due to intussusception. Materials and methods: Forty Wistar albino rats were allocated to 4 equal groups (n = 10). After anesthetization, 2 cm of intestinal segment, 20 cm proximal to the ileocecal valve, was removed in the control group (CG). In the intussusception group (ING), intussusception was performed 20 cm proximal to the ileocecal valve by pushing the proximal intestinal segment distally with a stylet, and 2 cm of intestinal segment was removed 4 h later. Intussusception was reduced and a 2 cm segment was removed after another 4 …
Possible Role Of Toxoplasmosis In Patients With First-Episode Schizophrenia*, Mehmet Tanyüksel, Özcan Uzun, Engi̇n Araz, Özgür Koru, Cahi̇t Babür
Possible Role Of Toxoplasmosis In Patients With First-Episode Schizophrenia*, Mehmet Tanyüksel, Özcan Uzun, Engi̇n Araz, Özgür Koru, Cahi̇t Babür
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To determine the possible relationship between toxoplasmosis and patients with first-episode schizophrenia (FES). Materials and methods: Seventy-three subjects with FES (15-54 years old; mean: 23.4 years) and 40 healthy individuals (20-54 years old; mean: 30.3 years) were enrolled in the study. Most of the FES patients (90.4%) and the control individuals (95.0%) were male. Specific IgG and IgM antibodies to Toxoplasma gondii were investigated by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), and the total amount of antibodies was investigated with the Sabin-Feldman dye test (SFDT). Results: Compared to the control individuals, study subjects had significantly more toxoplasmosis-like symptoms and more cats in …
Effects Of Three Different Methods Of Anesthesia On The Release Of Brain Natriuretic Peptid In Patients With Cardiac Risk Undergoing Lower Extremity Surgery, Canan Atalay, Celaletti̇n Dağli, Ednan Bayram, Haci Ahmet Alici, Ali̇ Fuat Erdem, Mevlüt Sai̇t Keleş, Şahi̇n Yüksek
Effects Of Three Different Methods Of Anesthesia On The Release Of Brain Natriuretic Peptid In Patients With Cardiac Risk Undergoing Lower Extremity Surgery, Canan Atalay, Celaletti̇n Dağli, Ednan Bayram, Haci Ahmet Alici, Ali̇ Fuat Erdem, Mevlüt Sai̇t Keleş, Şahi̇n Yüksek
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate if intra and postoperative thoracal epidural analgesia could decrease plasma concentrations of brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) in patients who were at risk for, or had, coronary artery disease (CAD) and undergoing lower extremity operations. Materials and methods: Sixty patients with risk of CAD scheduled to undergo lower extremity surgery were divided into 3 groups. Group G was administered general anesthesia followed by intravenous patient-controlled analgesia (I.V PCA) (n = 20). Group L was administered lumbar epidural anesthesia followed by lumbar epidural analgesia (n = 20). Group T was administered general anesthesia combined with intra and postoperative thoracal epidural …
X-Ray Diffraction Analysis Of Urinary Tract Stones, Turgut Yapanoglu, Azam Demi̇rel, Şenol Adanur, Hi̇kmet Yüksel, Özkan Polat
X-Ray Diffraction Analysis Of Urinary Tract Stones, Turgut Yapanoglu, Azam Demi̇rel, Şenol Adanur, Hi̇kmet Yüksel, Özkan Polat
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To analyze urinary tract stones obtained in our clinic using various methods and to determine the spectrum of stone composition in the Eastern Anatolia Region, Turkey. Materials and methods: A total of 300 stones were obtained at Atatürk University, Faculty of Medicine Urology Clinic through open surgery, percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PNL), ureterorenoscopy (URS), and extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy (ESWL) between 1 January 2005 and 30 December 2008. Stones were analyzed in the laboratory of Ankara General Directorate of Mineral Research Exploration using X-ray diffraction (XRD). Results: It was found that 218 (72.7%) of the 300 stones were calcium oxalate (CaOx); 170 (56.7%) …
Psychological Characteristics Of Adolescent Suicide Attempters Presenting To A Pediatric Emergency Service, Di̇lek Di̇lli̇, Yildiz Dallar, İlyas Çakir
Psychological Characteristics Of Adolescent Suicide Attempters Presenting To A Pediatric Emergency Service, Di̇lek Di̇lli̇, Yildiz Dallar, İlyas Çakir
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To determine the sociodemographic and behavioral characteristics of adolescents who attempt suicide and evaluate them by different scales. Materials and methods: The study was conducted with 116 adolescent suicide attempters and 98 age-matched healthy controls. Results: The mean age of all adolescents was 13.8 ± 1.2 years, with ages ranging from 11 to 16 years. Of these adolescents, 82.7% were girls. The total Suicide Probability Scale score was negatively correlated with the total Reasons for Living Inventory (r = -0.42, P = 0.001) and positively correlated with the Problem Solving Inventory score, which is indicative of low problem-solving capabilities (r …
Effect Of Viscum Album On Acute Hepatic Damage Caused By Carbon Tetrachloride In Rats, Omar Mohamed Abdel-Salam, Amany Ameen Sleem, Nermeen M. Shaffie
Effect Of Viscum Album On Acute Hepatic Damage Caused By Carbon Tetrachloride In Rats, Omar Mohamed Abdel-Salam, Amany Ameen Sleem, Nermeen M. Shaffie
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate the effect of Viscum album, a plant used for the treatment of hepatocellular carcinoma that has immune-modulating properties, on acute hepatic injury in rats. Materials and methods: Hepatotoxicity was induced by CCl_4 orally (0.28 mL/kg). Rats received either Viscum album at 1 of 2 dose levels (0.1 or 0.2 mL/kg) once weekly subcutaneously alone or with silymarin (25 mg/kg, orally), or silymarin (25 mg/kg) once daily orally for 1 month, starting at the time of administration of CCl_4. Liver damage was assessed by determining liver serum enzyme activities and by hepatic histopathology. Results: Viscum album administration decreased the …
Oxidative Predictors And Lipoproteins In Male Soccer Players, Faruk Yamaner
Oxidative Predictors And Lipoproteins In Male Soccer Players, Faruk Yamaner
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To determine male soccer players’ lipoprotein levels, and their total antioxidant capacity, total oxidant status, oxidative stress index, and lipid hydroperoxide and lipoprotein levels after exercise. Materials and methods: The study group included 33 certificated male soccer players with an age range of 17-20 years and the control group included 53 healthy male volunteers with an age range of 18-20 years. Their total antioxidant capacity, total oxidant status, oxidative stress index, and lipid hydroperoxide and lipoprotein levels were analyzed and compared. Results: In the baseline, plasma levels, total oxidant statuses, oxidative stress indices, and lipid hydroperoxide levels were found of …
Insertions Of The Lateral Pterygoid Muscle To The Disc-Capsule Complex Of The Temporomandibular Joint And Condyle, Cenk Kiliç, Gühan Dergi̇n, Fati̇h Yazar, Bülent Kurt, Tunç Kutoğlu, Hasan Ozan, Hüseyi̇n Avni̇ Balcioğlu
Insertions Of The Lateral Pterygoid Muscle To The Disc-Capsule Complex Of The Temporomandibular Joint And Condyle, Cenk Kiliç, Gühan Dergi̇n, Fati̇h Yazar, Bülent Kurt, Tunç Kutoğlu, Hasan Ozan, Hüseyi̇n Avni̇ Balcioğlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate the disc-capsule complex and condyle attachments of the lateral pterygoid muscle and its variations. Materials and methods: Forty-nine temporomandibular joint (TMJ) specimens were used, obtained from 26 human cadavers. The insertion point of each muscle head was determined. The widths and lengths of the heads were measured. Results: In 32 specimens, 2-headed muscles were present, while 3 heads were observed in 17 specimens. We defined 4 different types of attachments of muscle heads. In the most common type of attachment, the upper head inserted into the disc-capsule complex and condyle, and the lower head inserted into the condyle …
Prevalence And Risk Factors Of Restless Leg Syndrome In A Single Hemodialysis Unit, Yasemi̇n Soyoral, Hayri̇ye Sayarlioğlu, Deni̇z Tuncel, Murat Şahi̇n, Ekrem Doğan, Reha Erkoç
Prevalence And Risk Factors Of Restless Leg Syndrome In A Single Hemodialysis Unit, Yasemi̇n Soyoral, Hayri̇ye Sayarlioğlu, Deni̇z Tuncel, Murat Şahi̇n, Ekrem Doğan, Reha Erkoç
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is characterized by symptoms of spontaneous, continuous leg movements associated with unpleasant paresthesias. RLS is common among dialysis patients, with a reported incidence of 6.6 to 6.8 percent. This study is an attempt to find out the prevalence of RLS in our hemodialysis patients. We compared several demographic and clinical characteristics of RLS patients identified by the International Restless Legs Syndrome Study Group (IRLSSG) criteria with those of individuals without RLS. Materials and methods: We studied 76 patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) on hemodialysis (34 females and 42 males, mean age: 52.28 ± 18.13, range: …
Molecular Analyses Of Salmonella Serotype Typhi And Salmonella Serotype Paratyphi B Strains Isolated In Turkey, Istar Dolapçi, Bi̇rsel Erdem, Alper Tekeli̇, Ebru Us, Mehseti̇ Bayramova, Begüm Saran, Fi̇kret Şahi̇n
Molecular Analyses Of Salmonella Serotype Typhi And Salmonella Serotype Paratyphi B Strains Isolated In Turkey, Istar Dolapçi, Bi̇rsel Erdem, Alper Tekeli̇, Ebru Us, Mehseti̇ Bayramova, Begüm Saran, Fi̇kret Şahi̇n
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate the characteristics of Salmonella serotype Typhi and Salmonella serotype Paratyphi B, which still remain significant in Turkey. Materials and methods: Eighteen S. Typhi and 42 S. Paratyphi B strains isolated from clinical samples were investigated by plasmid profile analysis, enterobacterial repetitive intergenic consensus-polymerase chain reaction (ERIC-PCR), and pulsed field gel electrophoresis (PFGE) methods. Results: Plasmid profile analysis showed that 10 out of 18 (56%) S. Typhi isolates harbored 1 to 3 plasmids, and 11 out of 42 (26.2%) S. Paratyphi B isolates harbored 1 to 4 plasmids. PFGE performed with restriction enzyme AvrII grouped both S. Typhi and …
Are Serum Aluminum Levels A Risk Factor In The Appearance Of Spontaneous Pneumothorax?, Serdar Han, Rasi̇h Yazkan, Bülent Koçer, Gülteki̇n Gülbahar, Serdal Kenan Köse, Koray Dural, Ünal Sakinci
Are Serum Aluminum Levels A Risk Factor In The Appearance Of Spontaneous Pneumothorax?, Serdar Han, Rasi̇h Yazkan, Bülent Koçer, Gülteki̇n Gülbahar, Serdal Kenan Köse, Koray Dural, Ünal Sakinci
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate the relationship between aluminum and spontaneous pneumothorax (SP) development. Materials and methods: A patient group and a control group were formed with 100 individuals in each. The serum aluminum levels of the groups were determined and statistically compared. Results: The mean serum aluminum levels were 5.6 ± 2.4 \mug/L (1.6-11.9) and 23.2 ± 15.4 \mug/L (2-81) in the control and SP groups, respectively (P < 0.001). The specificity and sensitivity of the measurement of aluminum level were 74.4% and 86.4% in the SP group. The risk of SP development was found to be 18 times higher in individuals with high serum levels of aluminum compared to that in individuals with low serum levels of aluminum. Conclusion: A high level of aluminum is a risk factor for the development of SP.