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Occurrence Of Depression During The Postpartum Period And Risk Factors That Affect The Development Of The Depression, Demet Aktaş, Füsun Terzi̇oğlu
Occurrence Of Depression During The Postpartum Period And Risk Factors That Affect The Development Of The Depression, Demet Aktaş, Füsun Terzi̇oğlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To determine the occurrences of depression experienced by women during the postpartum period and the risk factors that affect the development of this depression. Materials and methods: The study involved 330 women who had recently given birth in a hospital in 2007. The women were contacted 3 times in total: on postpartum day 1 (face to face) and in weeks 2 and 6 (by phone). The Edinburgh Scale of Postpartum Depression (EPDS) was used as the form for collecting data. According to the EPDS, women who have scored 13 points or above are sensitive to depression. Results: The EPDS scores …
Evaluation Of The Effects Of Desflurane And Sevoflurane Anesthesia On Alveolar Epithelial Permeability By Tc-99m Dtpa Inhalation Scintigraphy, Abdulkadi̇r İskender, Meli̇h Engi̇n Erkan, Mesut Erbaş, Damla Güçlü Güven, Gülbi̇n Sezen, Muhammet Aşik, Yavuz Demi̇raran, Mustafa Yildirim
Evaluation Of The Effects Of Desflurane And Sevoflurane Anesthesia On Alveolar Epithelial Permeability By Tc-99m Dtpa Inhalation Scintigraphy, Abdulkadi̇r İskender, Meli̇h Engi̇n Erkan, Mesut Erbaş, Damla Güçlü Güven, Gülbi̇n Sezen, Muhammet Aşik, Yavuz Demi̇raran, Mustafa Yildirim
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Recently studies showed that volatile anesthetics affect the ciliary beat frequency in vitro. We know that impairment of ciliary beat frequency is related to a risk of pulmonary complications with general anesthesia. Other studies have also shown that exposure to a volatile anesthetic can increase the permeability of the alveolar–capillary barrier. The present study aimed to determine the effects of desflurane and sevoflurane anesthesia on the technetium-labeled diethylene triamine penta-acetic acid (Tc-99m DTPA) clearance rate of the alveolar epithelium. Materials and methods: A total of 40 patients who underwent elective tympanoplasty with general anesthesia were included in this study. Patients …
Significant Features Of Basal And Maximal Energy Expenditure Parameters In Obese Adults, Emi̇ne Uygur, Kağan Üçok, Abdurrahman Genç, Ümi̇t Şener, Ramazan Uygur, Ahmet Songur
Significant Features Of Basal And Maximal Energy Expenditure Parameters In Obese Adults, Emi̇ne Uygur, Kağan Üçok, Abdurrahman Genç, Ümi̇t Şener, Ramazan Uygur, Ahmet Songur
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To compare body composition, resting metabolic rate, and maximal aerobic capacity parameters in obese adults and healthy controls, as well as to investigate the associations among these parameters. Materials and methods: A total of 120 participants, 60 obese participants (30 male, 30 female) with body mass indexes (BMIs) over 30 kg/m^2 and 60 healthy controls (30 male, 30 female) with BMIs of 18-25 kg/m^2, were included in the study. BMI was calculated as body weight divided by the square of the height (kg/m^2). Body fat percentage, total body fat, and lean body mass were established with bioelectric impedance analysis. Resting …
Retrospective Evaluation Of 104 Tinea Capitis Cases, Ömer Çalka, Serap Güneş Bi̇lgi̇li̇, Ayşe Serap Karadağ, Sevda Önder
Retrospective Evaluation Of 104 Tinea Capitis Cases, Ömer Çalka, Serap Güneş Bi̇lgi̇li̇, Ayşe Serap Karadağ, Sevda Önder
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Tinea capitis is a superficial scalp dermatophyte infection. Tinea capitis is particularly seen during childhood and is not usually seen after puberty. In untreated cases, it can be contagious and can progress to cicatricial alopecia. This study aimed to retrospectively evaluate cases of tinea capitis. Materials and methods: We evaluated 104 tinea capitis patients presenting to our dermatology clinic between 2007 and 2011. Results: Of these patients, 38 (36.5%) were female and 66 (63.5%) were male. The median age was 6.41 ± 3.4 years (range: 1-18 years old). The clinical types appearing in descending order were tinea capitis profunda (88.5%), …
Lobectomy For Pulmonary Hydatid Cyst, Erdal Yekeler, Kerem Karaarslan, Alkin Yazicioğlu, Sadi̇ Kaya, Nuretti̇n Karaoğlanoğlu
Lobectomy For Pulmonary Hydatid Cyst, Erdal Yekeler, Kerem Karaarslan, Alkin Yazicioğlu, Sadi̇ Kaya, Nuretti̇n Karaoğlanoğlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Although parenchymal sparing surgery is the most appropriate for the treatment of hydatid cysts, rarely lobectomy is needed. We aimed to retrospectively evaluate the cases in which we had to perform lobectomy due to hydatid cyst. Materials and methods: A total of 36 (1.88%) patients that underwent lobectomy (n = 35) and pneumonectomy (n = 1) from among 1909 patients operated on for hydatid cyst in our hospital between 1992 and 2012 were retrospectively evaluated. Results: Among the patients, 35 underwent lobectomy and 1 right pneumonectomy. The mean age of the patients was 11.1 ± 3.4 years (6-16 years) among …
Sex- And Diagnosis-Related Differences In Nostril Dominance May Be Associated With Hemisphere Dysfunction In Affective Disorders, Erol Ozan, Serap Yildirim, Arzu Tatar, Serpi̇l Canpolat, Ahmet Bülent Yazici, Sevda Yüksel, Esra Kiliç, Şenol Dane
Sex- And Diagnosis-Related Differences In Nostril Dominance May Be Associated With Hemisphere Dysfunction In Affective Disorders, Erol Ozan, Serap Yildirim, Arzu Tatar, Serpi̇l Canpolat, Ahmet Bülent Yazici, Sevda Yüksel, Esra Kiliç, Şenol Dane
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate the differences in nostril dominance in affective disordered patients in comparison with healthy subjects. Materials and methods: A total of 26 male and 18 female bipolar I disordered inpatients, 11 male and 15 female unipolar depressed inpatients, and 30 male and 34 female healthy control subjects were evaluated. Nostril dominance was assessed by measuring nostril airflow. Nostril airflow was measured 24 times, at 30-min intervals from 08.00 hours to 20.00 hours. Results: Unipolar depressed patients had significantly more left nostril dominance; bipolar I disordered patients had significantly more right nostril dominance. Both right nostril dominance in bipolar patients …
Hematologic, Cytogenetic, And Molecular Responses To Imatinib Therapy For Chronic Myeloid Leukemia: A Single-Center Experience In Turkey, Yusuf Bi̇len, Fuat Erdem
Hematologic, Cytogenetic, And Molecular Responses To Imatinib Therapy For Chronic Myeloid Leukemia: A Single-Center Experience In Turkey, Yusuf Bi̇len, Fuat Erdem
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To validate patient responses to imatinib mesylate, which induces hematologic and cytogenetic remission and, consequently, modifies the progression of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). Materials and methods: Between January 2006 and July 2009, 31 patients with chronic-phase CML were treated with imatinib therapy in the hematology unit of Atatürk University Medical Faculty Training Hospital. Imatinib treatment was begun at the standard dose of 400 mg/day, as either first-line or second-line therapy. Results: At the end of the second month of treatment, all of the patients had achieved complete hematologic response. After 12 months, the rate of complete cytogenetic response was 71%, …
Cutaneous Anthrax Patients In Eastern Anatolia, Turkey: A Review Of 44 Adults Cases, Kemaletti̇n Özden, Zülal Özkurt, Serpi̇l Erol, Muhammet Hami̇dullah Uyanik, Mehmet Parlak
Cutaneous Anthrax Patients In Eastern Anatolia, Turkey: A Review Of 44 Adults Cases, Kemaletti̇n Özden, Zülal Özkurt, Serpi̇l Erol, Muhammet Hami̇dullah Uyanik, Mehmet Parlak
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Anthrax is a zoonotic infectious disease caused by B. anthracis. It remains as an important issue in developing countries and it is a potential threat for the world because of its use as a biological weapon. In this study, we evaluated the epidemiological, clinical, and laboratory characteristics of 44 patients with cutaneous anthrax in our region. Materials and methods: The study included 44 cutaneous anthrax patients admitted to our hospital from the Eastern Anatolia Region of Turkey between 2005 and 2008. Results: Out of 44 cases, 24 (54.5%) were male and 20 (45.5%) female. The mean age was 41 ± …
A Comparative Study Of Preoperative Versus Intraoperative Meperidine Administration In Patients Receiving General Anesthesia: A Prospective, Randomized Double-Blind Study, Hüseyi̇n Sert, Rüveyda İrem Demi̇rci̇oğlu, Burhanetti̇n Usta, Bünyami̇n Muslu, Ümmügülsüm Yazici, Muhammet Gözdemi̇r, Önder Sürgi̇t
A Comparative Study Of Preoperative Versus Intraoperative Meperidine Administration In Patients Receiving General Anesthesia: A Prospective, Randomized Double-Blind Study, Hüseyi̇n Sert, Rüveyda İrem Demi̇rci̇oğlu, Burhanetti̇n Usta, Bünyami̇n Muslu, Ümmügülsüm Yazici, Muhammet Gözdemi̇r, Önder Sürgi̇t
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To evaluate the effects of preoperative and intraoperative administration of intravenous meperidine as a preemptive analgesic. Materials and methods: A total of 50 patients were randomly divided into 2 groups; group P received 1 mg/kg of meperidine intravenously immediately before induction of anesthesia, and group I received the same amount of meperidine 20 min before completion of surgery. Consumption of desflurane, recovery parameters, heart rate, mean arterial pressure, sedation scores, visual analog scale (VAS) scores for pain, analgesic needs, and anesthesia-related complications were recorded for both groups. Results: Time to recovery was significantly shorter in group P than in group …
Tramadol As An Adjunct For Levobupivacaine In Axillary Plexus Blockade: A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind Study*, Bülent Serhan Yurtlu, Volkan Hanci, Ahmet Ege, Seli̇me Evri̇m Bostankolu, Hi̇lal Ayoğlu, Işil Özkoçak Turan
Tramadol As An Adjunct For Levobupivacaine In Axillary Plexus Blockade: A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind Study*, Bülent Serhan Yurtlu, Volkan Hanci, Ahmet Ege, Seli̇me Evri̇m Bostankolu, Hi̇lal Ayoğlu, Işil Özkoçak Turan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To evaluate the effect of tramadol addition to levobupivacaine in axillary plexus blockade in a prospective, randomized double-blind study. Materials and methods: A total of 60 patients scheduled to undergo hand and forearm surgery under axillary plexus blockade were randomly divided into 2 groups. Group L received 36 mL of racemic 0.5% levobupivacaine with 2 mL of saline, whereas Group LT received 2 mL (100 mg) of tramadol instead of saline. After routine monitorization, axillary block was performed with a multistimulation technique using a nerve stimulator. Motor (finger, wrist, and elbow movements) and sensory (pinprick sensation for the cutaneous supply) …
Skin Prick Test Results And Prevalence Of Allergic Symptoms In Workers Exposed To Toluene, İsmai̇l Karabulut, Tevfi̇k Pinar, Hayri̇ye Karabulut, Meli̇ke Demi̇r, Güli̇stan Karadeni̇z, Riza Murat Karaşen
Skin Prick Test Results And Prevalence Of Allergic Symptoms In Workers Exposed To Toluene, İsmai̇l Karabulut, Tevfi̇k Pinar, Hayri̇ye Karabulut, Meli̇ke Demi̇r, Güli̇stan Karadeni̇z, Riza Murat Karaşen
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To determine the distribution of allergens and allergic symptoms according to occupation groups in those who were exposed to toluene and presented with allergic rhinitis symptoms. Materials and methods: Of the 2005 patients who were administered an allergy test with the prediagnosis of allergic rhinitis, the files of 138 patients who were exposed to toluene were analyzed retrospectively. Results: The mean age of the patients was 35 ± 10 years. Distributions of symptoms and allergens of 57 patients (41.3%) with negative skin prick test and 81 patients (58.7%) with positive skin prick test were analyzed according to occupation groups. There …
Effects Of Right And Left Stellate Ganglion Block On Blood Pressure And Qt-Qtc Intervals In Patients With Primary Raynaud's Phenomenon, Suna Akin Takmaz, Hale Yarkan Uysal, Nurten İnan, Zekeri̇ye Kaptan, Hülya Başar
Effects Of Right And Left Stellate Ganglion Block On Blood Pressure And Qt-Qtc Intervals In Patients With Primary Raynaud's Phenomenon, Suna Akin Takmaz, Hale Yarkan Uysal, Nurten İnan, Zekeri̇ye Kaptan, Hülya Başar
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To examine the effects of right and left stellate ganglion block (SGB) on blood pressure and the RR, QT, and QTc intervals in patients with primary Raynaud's phenomenon. Materials and methods: Right and left SGBs were performed with 8 mL of 0.5% bupivacaine in 10 patients with primary Raynaud's phenomenon. There was an interval of at least 1 week between the right and left blocks of each patient. The blood pressure and the RR and QT intervals were measured before the block and 5, 10, 15, 20, and 30 min after the block. The QTc interval was calculated using Bazett's …
Impact Of The Fibula Fractures And Syndesmotic Injuries On The Prognosis Of The Tibial Pilon Fractures, Meti̇n Doğan, Mahmut Uğurlu, Durmuş Ali̇ Öçgüder, Ni̇hat Tosun
Impact Of The Fibula Fractures And Syndesmotic Injuries On The Prognosis Of The Tibial Pilon Fractures, Meti̇n Doğan, Mahmut Uğurlu, Durmuş Ali̇ Öçgüder, Ni̇hat Tosun
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To evaluate tibial pilon fractures, as well as the type of fibula fracture, and the presence of injury to the inferior tibiofibular joint. Materials and methods: The study included 42 patients (34 male, 8 female) who underwent surgery for pilon fractures and were followed up. The mean follow-up period of the patients was 72 months (range: 36-102 months). The patients were classified into 2 groups as Ruedi-Allgower (RA) Type II, including 20 patients and RA Type III, including 22 patients. The fibula fractures of the patients were classified according to the Weber classification. The reduction quality was determined by evaluating …
The Relationship Between Symptoms And The Results Of The Skin Prick Test In Patients With Allergic Rhinitis, Hayri̇ye Karabulut, Emre Günbey, Mehmet Ali̇ Babademez, Baran Acar, Emrah Çeli̇k, Tevfi̇k Pinar, Riza Murat Karaşen
The Relationship Between Symptoms And The Results Of The Skin Prick Test In Patients With Allergic Rhinitis, Hayri̇ye Karabulut, Emre Günbey, Mehmet Ali̇ Babademez, Baran Acar, Emrah Çeli̇k, Tevfi̇k Pinar, Riza Murat Karaşen
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To determine the relationship between skin prick test results and allergic symptoms and to discover which symptom or symptoms are more commonly associated with the skin prick test. Materials and methods: Of the 1462 patients with a prediagnosis of allergic rhinitis (AR) who underwent the skin prick test, 495 subjects completed the symptoms inquiry form and were included in the study. Results: Out of 495 cases, the skin prick test was found to be positive in 358 and negative in 137. No significant relationship was found between sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose, nasal obstruction, headache, postnasal drip, and skin prick …
Infant Mortality In Northeastern Anatolia And Associated Factors, Serhat Vançeli̇k, Memet Işik, Ahmet Ruhi̇ Toraman, Zekeri̇ya Aktürk
Infant Mortality In Northeastern Anatolia And Associated Factors, Serhat Vançeli̇k, Memet Işik, Ahmet Ruhi̇ Toraman, Zekeri̇ya Aktürk
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To explore the causes of infant mortality. Infant mortality is the most important criterion for the evaluation of the sufficiency of mother and child health care and the planning of health care provision. In this study, we investigated infant mortality and associated factors in 7 provinces located in northeastern Turkey. The main outcome of this study was reasons for neonatal mortality. Materials and methods: We created a cross-sectional study and included all babies born in the year 2009 who died during the first 365 days of life. Data were collected from the primary care providers. A data collection form was …
Exogenous Egf And Bdnf Treatment Enhances Differentiation And Proliferation Of Cultured Taste Cells, Mehmet Hakan Özdener, Nancy Ellen Rawson
Exogenous Egf And Bdnf Treatment Enhances Differentiation And Proliferation Of Cultured Taste Cells, Mehmet Hakan Özdener, Nancy Ellen Rawson
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To determine the effects of epidermal growth factor (EGF) and brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) on taste cell generation by utilizing a long-term rat taste cell culture that exhibits molecular and functional characteristics of mature taste cells. The role of neurotrophic factors in taste cell development is not well understood. Materials and methods: A long-term rat taste cell culture exhibiting molecular and functional characteristics of mature taste cells was used. The effects of 3 different concentrations of EGF and BDNF on taste cell differentiation and proliferation were examined at 3 different time points. Results: We showed the presence of BDNF, EGF …
Ovariectomy Decreases Biomechanical Quality Of Skin Via Oxidative Stress In Rat, Ülkü Çömelekoğlu, Serap Yalin, Ebru Balli, Mehmet Berköz
Ovariectomy Decreases Biomechanical Quality Of Skin Via Oxidative Stress In Rat, Ülkü Çömelekoğlu, Serap Yalin, Ebru Balli, Mehmet Berköz
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate the effect of ovariectomy on the skin using biomechanical, biochemical, and histological techniques in the ovariectomized rat model. Ovariectomy causes significant changes in the physical characteristics of the skin. Materials and methods: Twenty female Wistar albino rats were divided into 2 groups, with each group consisting of 10 rats: the control group and the ovariectomized group. The ovariectomized group underwent bilateral ovariectomy via ventral incision and the control group underwent a sham operation. Skin biomechanics were measured 3 months following the ovariectomy with a tensile test using a biomaterial testing machine, and tensile strength, stress, strain, and toughness …
Thoracic Epidural Anesthesia With Bupivacaine Attenuates Systemic Inflammatory Response And Lung Impairment Associated With Cerulein-Induced Pancreatitis In Rats, Nurdan Bedi̇rli̇, Nalan Akyürek, Bahadir Kösem, Melek Yaman, Aslihan Çavunt Bayraktar, Ömer Kurti̇pek, Mustafa Kavutçu
Thoracic Epidural Anesthesia With Bupivacaine Attenuates Systemic Inflammatory Response And Lung Impairment Associated With Cerulein-Induced Pancreatitis In Rats, Nurdan Bedi̇rli̇, Nalan Akyürek, Bahadir Kösem, Melek Yaman, Aslihan Çavunt Bayraktar, Ömer Kurti̇pek, Mustafa Kavutçu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To evaluate the effects of thoracic epidural anesthesia (TEA) on acute pancreatitis (AP)-induced lung injury in a rat model. Materials and methods: A total of 24 rats were divided into 3 groups: the control group (n = 8; pancreatitis), the bupivacaine group (n = 8; pancreatitis + 20 µL/h 0.5% bupivacaine), and the saline group (n = 8, pancreatitis + 20 µL/h saline). Pancreatitis was induced by 4 intraperitoneal injections of 50 µg/kg cerulein. At 24 h, blood was collected for determination of amylase, blood gas, tumor necrosis factor-\alpha (TNF-\alpha), interleukin (IL)-6, and IL-1\beta; lung samples were collected for the …
The Effect Of Soya Bean Meal On Tibial Articular Cartilage Growth In Mice After Suckling Period: A Histomorphometric And Biochemical Study, Simin Fazelipour, Seyed Babak Kiaei, Amir Hossein Eghtesad, Zahra Tootian
The Effect Of Soya Bean Meal On Tibial Articular Cartilage Growth In Mice After Suckling Period: A Histomorphometric And Biochemical Study, Simin Fazelipour, Seyed Babak Kiaei, Amir Hossein Eghtesad, Zahra Tootian
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To examine the effects of an oral supplement of soya bean meal on the histomorphometric alteration of tibia cartilage and the serum levels of calcium and alkaline phosphatase in 3-week-old female mice using a computer-assisted histomorphometric method. Materials and methods: Forty immature BALB/c female mice were selected and divided into 4 groups. They were fed for 3 months with 4 different regimens: a low-protein regimen without soya bean meal, 23% protein without soya bean meal, 20% of the total protein being provided by soya bean meal, and 40% of the total protein being provided by soya bean meal. After 3 …
Antinociceptive, Antiinflammatory, And Antioxidant Activities Of The Ethanol Extract Of Crataegus Orientalis Leaves*, Zeynep Bor, Rana Arslan, Nurcan Bektaş, Sevda Pirildar, Ali̇ Aslan Dönmez
Antinociceptive, Antiinflammatory, And Antioxidant Activities Of The Ethanol Extract Of Crataegus Orientalis Leaves*, Zeynep Bor, Rana Arslan, Nurcan Bektaş, Sevda Pirildar, Ali̇ Aslan Dönmez
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To determine the in vitro antioxidant activity and to investigate the possible antinociceptive and antiinflammatory effects of the ethanol extract of Crataegus orientalis leaves. The medicinal use of extracts prepared from the leaves, flowers, and fruits of Crataegus (hawthorn) dates back to ancient times. It has been proposed that its antioxidant constituents account for these beneficial therapeutic effects. Materials and methods: To evaluate these effects, the hot-plate, tail-immersion, writhing, and carrageenan-induced edema tests were used. Moreover, the antioxidant activity of the extract was determined using the 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl and \beta-carotene-linoleic acid assay systems. In the tests that were used to determine …
Violence Among High School Students In Malatya: A Prevalence Study, Osman Celbi̇ş, Leyla Karaoğlu, Mücahi̇t Eğri̇, Bora Özdemi̇r
Violence Among High School Students In Malatya: A Prevalence Study, Osman Celbi̇ş, Leyla Karaoğlu, Mücahi̇t Eğri̇, Bora Özdemi̇r
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To determine the prevalence of violence-related behaviors on school property and to identify the predictors of youth violence among high school adolescents in Malatya. Materials and methods: Using a cluster sampling method, a cross-sectional descriptive study was carried out involving 1175 students. Backward logistic regression analysis was performed to evaluate the independent association existing between the potential risk factors and violence-related behaviors. Results: Of the students, 24.5% had been in a physical fight, 5.5% were injured and had to be treated by a doctor or nurse, and 4.3% had carried a weapon on school property during the 12 months preceding …
Seroprevalence Of Major Blood-Borne Infections Among Blood Donors In Kano, Nigeria, Emmanuel Nwankwo, Imoru Momodu, Ismaila Umar, Babashani Musa, Solomon Adeleke
Seroprevalence Of Major Blood-Borne Infections Among Blood Donors In Kano, Nigeria, Emmanuel Nwankwo, Imoru Momodu, Ismaila Umar, Babashani Musa, Solomon Adeleke
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To examine the seroprevalence of common blood infections among blood donors, which remains a major concern in transfusion medicine in Nigeria. Blood transfusion is one of the known therapeutic interventions that cut across a number of clinical disciplines. Materials and methods: The seroprevalences of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), hepatitis C virus (HCV), hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg), and syphilis among 280 blood donors at the Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital (MMSH) were determined. The seroprevalences of the pathogens were determined with regard to age, sex, donor category, and occurrence of association pathogens. Between June and December 2008, 276 males (98.6%) and …
A Comparative Investigation Of Anti-Müllerian Hormone (Amh) And Various Biochemical Parameters In Patients With Cryptorchidism, Oligospermia, Or Varicocele*, Turan Akdağ, Ali̇ Muhtar Ti̇fti̇k, Levent Sariyildiz
A Comparative Investigation Of Anti-Müllerian Hormone (Amh) And Various Biochemical Parameters In Patients With Cryptorchidism, Oligospermia, Or Varicocele*, Turan Akdağ, Ali̇ Muhtar Ti̇fti̇k, Levent Sariyildiz
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate the serum AMH and various biochemical parameter levels in patients with cryptorchidism, oligospermia, or varicocele. Materials and methods: This study included 100 participants, divided into 5 groups: cryptorchidism (n = 20), varicocele (n = 20), oligospermia (n = 20), and 2 control groups [control 1, 8-12 years old (n = 20) and control 2, 18-24 years old (n= 20)]. Using the blood samples drawn from both patient and control groups, AMH, testosterone, FSH, LH, and prolactin parameters were investigated. Results: AMH values measured were found to be 73.04 ± 44.5 ng/mL and 84.81 ± 59.1 ng/mL in 20 …
Prevalence Of Latent Prostate Cancer And Prostatic Intraepithelial Neoplasia In İstanbul, Turkey: An Autopsy Study, Nusret Akpolat, Yalçin Büyük, İbrahi̇m Uzun, İlhan Geçi̇t, Gülay Kurnaz
Prevalence Of Latent Prostate Cancer And Prostatic Intraepithelial Neoplasia In İstanbul, Turkey: An Autopsy Study, Nusret Akpolat, Yalçin Büyük, İbrahi̇m Uzun, İlhan Geçi̇t, Gülay Kurnaz
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate the frequency of latent prostatic carcinoma (PCa) and prostatic intraepithelial neoplasia (PIN) in the Turkish population. Materials and methods: PCa and PIN were evaluated in 116 male autopsy cases in which the cause of death was nontumoral. All patients were Turkish, living in İstanbul, and aged 40-79 years. Results: The prevalence of PCa was 19.8% and the decade rates (decades 5-8) were 9.5%, 12.5%, 18.8%, and 37%, respectively (P < 0.011). The rates of high-grade prostatic intraepithelial neoplasia (HGPIN) were 33.3%, 31.3%, 56.3%, and 25.9% for decades 5-8, respectively (P > 0.05). A total of 68.4% of PCa cases were HGPIN. There was a statistically significant correlation among HGPIN, PCa, and Gleason scores (P < 0.002). Conclusion: The prevalence of latent PCa in the Turkish population is very high (19.7%). In order to determine latent PCa cases, males over 40 years of age must be screened more strictly.
The Effects Of Axillary Block Using The Multiple Injection Method With Ropivacaine In Uremic And Nonuremic Patients*, Hülya Çevi̇k, Ahmet Mahli̇, Demet Coşkun
The Effects Of Axillary Block Using The Multiple Injection Method With Ropivacaine In Uremic And Nonuremic Patients*, Hülya Çevi̇k, Ahmet Mahli̇, Demet Coşkun
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To compare the sensory and motor block quality in axillary brachial plexus block using the multiple injection method with ropivacaine in uremic and nonuremic patients. Materials and methods: Examined were 60 patients scheduled for orthopedic surgery of the distal upper extremity (nonuremic group: group N, n = 30) or creation of an arteriovenous fistula (uremic group: group U, n = 30) with an axillary brachial plexus block. The median, radial, ulnar, and musculocutaneous nerves were selectively localized by nerve stimulation. After obtaining an appropriate peripheral motor response, predetermined volumes of ropivacaine (0.5%), in accordance with a formula, were selectively injected …
Plasma Lipid Levels In Patients With Acute Bacterial Infections, Mohammad Nassaji, Raheb Ghorbani
Plasma Lipid Levels In Patients With Acute Bacterial Infections, Mohammad Nassaji, Raheb Ghorbani
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To assess the impact of acute bacterial infections on plasma lipid levels and to determine the value of plasma lipid measurements in the diagnosis of acute bacterial infection. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 112 patients with acute bacterial infections admitted in hospital and 112 healthy individuals as controls. Levels of total cholesterol, high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein, and triglycerides were measured in blood samples of all subjects. Mean levels of serum lipids were compared in both groups. Results: Both groups were matched based on age (P = 0.10), sex (P = 0.789), BMI (P = 0.515), …
Results Of Robotic Radical Prostatectomy In The Hands Of Surgeons Without Previous Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy Experience, Abdullah Erdem Canda, Ali̇ Fuat Atmaca, Zi̇ya Akbulut, Erem Asi̇l, Meti̇n Kiliç, Abi̇di̇n Egemen İşgören, Mevlana Derya Balbay
Results Of Robotic Radical Prostatectomy In The Hands Of Surgeons Without Previous Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy Experience, Abdullah Erdem Canda, Ali̇ Fuat Atmaca, Zi̇ya Akbulut, Erem Asi̇l, Meti̇n Kiliç, Abi̇di̇n Egemen İşgören, Mevlana Derya Balbay
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
We report our initial experience related with robot-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (RALRP) performed by a urologic surgeon without previous laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (LRP) experience. Materials and methods: The data of the first 70 patients who underwent RALRP between February 2009 and February 2010 are presented. Results: Mean console time was 214 ± 55.5 min with pelvic lymph node dissection (LND) in 14 patients. Mean intraoperative blood loss was 215 ± 227.3 cc. Fourteen patients had positive surgical margins: pT3 (n = 12) and pT2 (n = 2). Lodge drains and urethral catheters were removed at a mean of 2.9 ± …
Comments On: In Vitro Efficacy Of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Against Leishmania Tropica Promastigotes And Amastigotes, Yalçin Önem, Vedat Turhan
Comments On: In Vitro Efficacy Of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Against Leishmania Tropica Promastigotes And Amastigotes, Yalçin Önem, Vedat Turhan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
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Dietary Boron Intake Does Not Change The Ischemic Tolerance And Preconditioning Response In Isoproterenol-Induced Myocardial Injury In Healthy Rats, Mehmet Fati̇h Karakaş, Mustafa Kurt, Uğur Arslantaş, Göktürk İpek, Esra Karakaş, Emi̇ne Bi̇len, Hüsametti̇n Erdamar
Dietary Boron Intake Does Not Change The Ischemic Tolerance And Preconditioning Response In Isoproterenol-Induced Myocardial Injury In Healthy Rats, Mehmet Fati̇h Karakaş, Mustafa Kurt, Uğur Arslantaş, Göktürk İpek, Esra Karakaş, Emi̇ne Bi̇len, Hüsametti̇n Erdamar
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Boron is important for many enzymes, most of which also have a role in the ischemic tolerance of the myocardium. We aimed to evaluate the influence of dietary boron intake on ischemic tolerance in a rat model. Materials and methods: Rats were divided into 3 groups according to the ischemia protocol: Sham (S) (n = 20 total), ischemia only (Isc-only) (n = 40 total), and remote ischemic preconditioning + ischemia (RIPC+Isc) (n = 40 total) groups. These 3 groups were further divided into 4 according to the amount of daily dietary boron (
Evaluation Of The Treatment Results Of Laryngeal Carcinoma: Our Experience Over 10 Years, Erkan Karataş, Eli̇f Baysal, Cengi̇z Durucu, Teki̇n Bağlam, Yildirim Ahmet Bayazit, Muzaffer Kanlikama
Evaluation Of The Treatment Results Of Laryngeal Carcinoma: Our Experience Over 10 Years, Erkan Karataş, Eli̇f Baysal, Cengi̇z Durucu, Teki̇n Bağlam, Yildirim Ahmet Bayazit, Muzaffer Kanlikama
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To retrospectively analyze the treatment results for laryngeal carcinoma and to find the impact of the clinical parameters on the survival of the patients. Materials and methods: The medical records of 150 consecutive patients, operated on for laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma between 1991 and 2009, were reviewed. Tumor localization, TNM stages, treatment modalities, radiotherapy, second primary tumors, and tumor recurrence were recorded, and the survival data were obtained. Results: Neck metastasis was rare (3.6%) in T1 and T2 glottic tumors, while there was a significant increase in the rate of N+ neck (35%) in T3 and T4 glottic tumors (P …