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Minimum Inhibitory And Minimum Bactericidal Concentrations Of Boron Compounds Against Several Bacterial Strains, Murat Tolga Yilmaz
Minimum Inhibitory And Minimum Bactericidal Concentrations Of Boron Compounds Against Several Bacterial Strains, Murat Tolga Yilmaz
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Boron compounds are essential micronutrients for many organisms. However, they negatively affect plant, soil, and water microflora if excessive amounts exist in irrigation water. Therefore, this study aimed to define the minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) and minimum bactericidal concentrations (MBCs) of boric acid and borax by selecting the bacteria that can survive in all environments. Materials and methods: The antibacterial efficacy of boric acid and borax against several bacterial strains was evaluated 3 times with the macrodilution broth method. Results: The MICs and MBCs of boric acid were obtained as 3.80 mg/mL, 3.80 mg/mL, 7.60 mg/mL, and 7.60 mg/mL against …
Circulating Levels Of Igf-I And Igfbp-3 In Gastric Cancer, Konca Altinkaynak, Mehmet Bi̇li̇ci̇, Nuri̇ Bakan, Fati̇h Akçay
Circulating Levels Of Igf-I And Igfbp-3 In Gastric Cancer, Konca Altinkaynak, Mehmet Bi̇li̇ci̇, Nuri̇ Bakan, Fati̇h Akçay
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To explore the causative mechanism of gastric carcinoma and to investigate the roles of circulating IGF-I and IGFBP-3 in gastric cancer. Materials and methods: Serum IGF-I and IGFBP-3 concentrations were measured using a 2-site coated tube immunoradiometric assay. Results: Serum IGF-I and IGFBP-3 values in gastric cancer patients were significantly lower compared to those in the control group. The difference between serum IGF-I/IGFBP-3 in patients and the control group was not significant. Conclusion: The low serum IGF-I and IGFBP-3 levels detected in patients with gastric cancer could be due to decreased synthesis or increased catabolism of IGF-I or both. It …
Investigation Of The Clinical And Hematological Significance Of The First Observed Hemoglobin Ernz Variant [Β123(H1) Thr>Asn] In The Turkish Population, Ramazan Güneşaçar, Muhammet Murat Çeli̇k, Oktay Hasan Öztürk, Mustafa Çeli̇k, Cemi̇l Tümer, Tanju Çeli̇k
Investigation Of The Clinical And Hematological Significance Of The First Observed Hemoglobin Ernz Variant [Β123(H1) Thr>Asn] In The Turkish Population, Ramazan Güneşaçar, Muhammet Murat Çeli̇k, Oktay Hasan Öztürk, Mustafa Çeli̇k, Cemi̇l Tümer, Tanju Çeli̇k
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
In this report, we aimed to investigate the clinical and hematological significance of the first observed hemoglobin Ernz variant in the Turkish population. Materials and methods: We identified the Hb Ernz variant in 3 nonrelated females (Probands 1, 2, and 3). Proband 1’s family was also included the study. Hematological data were obtained with an automated cell counter and routine methodology. The beta-globin gene was sequenced by automatic sequencing. Results: Proband 1 was detected as a combination of Hb Ernz/Hb S without any clinical symptoms. Her sister and brother had to be an Hb Ernz/Hb S combination. Her mother and …
Investigating Virulence Factors Of Clinical Candida Isolates In Relation To Atmospheric Conditions And Genotype, Melek İnci̇, Mustafa Altay Atalay, Ayşe Nedret Koç, Erkan Yula, Ömer Evi̇rgen, Süleyman Durmaz, Gonca Demi̇r
Investigating Virulence Factors Of Clinical Candida Isolates In Relation To Atmospheric Conditions And Genotype, Melek İnci̇, Mustafa Altay Atalay, Ayşe Nedret Koç, Erkan Yula, Ömer Evi̇rgen, Süleyman Durmaz, Gonca Demi̇r
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate some virulence factors in Candida species isolated from patients with suspected invasive fungal infection and to identify their relationship with Candida genotypes. Materials and methods: Overall 45 isolates (20 Candida albicans and 25 non-albicans Candida spp.) genotyped by rep-PCR were included in this study. Virulence factors were studied in both aerobic and anaerobic conditions. In isolates, egg yolk agar was used for determining phospholipase activity, while bovine serum albumin agar was used for proteinase activity, Tween-80 medium for esterase activity, and Sabouraud dextrose agar with sheep blood for hemolysin activity. Biofilm formation was detected by the microplate method. …
The Effect Of Intermittent Fasting And Water Restriction On Myocardial Ischemia/Reperfusion-Induced Arrhythmia In Rats, Sali̇h Tunç Kaya, Ömer Bozdoğan
The Effect Of Intermittent Fasting And Water Restriction On Myocardial Ischemia/Reperfusion-Induced Arrhythmia In Rats, Sali̇h Tunç Kaya, Ömer Bozdoğan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate the effect of intermittent fasting and water restriction on ischemia/reperfusion-induced arrhythmias. Materials and methods: Six minutes of ischemia followed by 6 min of reperfusion was produced by the ligation and then releasing of the left coronary artery. Intermittent fasting and water restriction were applied during 1 month for 12 h/day. The duration, type, and incidence of arrhythmias during reperfusion and the survival rate at the end of reperfusion were determined and compared. Results: The score of arrhythmia that was determined using the type and duration of arrhythmia did not show significant differences among groups. The arrhythmic period was …
Maxillofacial Trauma With Head Injuries At A Tertiary Care Hospital In Chitwan, Nepal: Clinical, Medico-Legal, And Critical Care Concerns, Santosh Kumar Yadav, Birendra Kumar Mandal, Abhishek Karn, Ajit Kumar Sah
Maxillofacial Trauma With Head Injuries At A Tertiary Care Hospital In Chitwan, Nepal: Clinical, Medico-Legal, And Critical Care Concerns, Santosh Kumar Yadav, Birendra Kumar Mandal, Abhishek Karn, Ajit Kumar Sah
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Maxillofacial trauma is commonly associated with other injuries, predominantly head injuries. The present study aimed to evaluate types of injury, management, and outcome of patients sustaining maxillofacial trauma and concomitant cranial injuries. Materials and methods: A retrospective study was carried out in the department of oral and maxillofacial surgery. A case series of 63 patients who were admitted to the intensive care unit with maxillofacial trauma and head injuries was evaluated. The data were then compiled systematically and analyzed using SPSS for Windows and values of P < 0.05 were considered significant and P < 0.0001 as highly significant. Results: Among the 63 patients, the majority of them had had roadside accidents (90%) and there was a predominant sex bias with a male to female ratio of 7:1. Fractured maxilla and nasal bones were the most commonly encountered injuries (49.21%), followed by mandibular fractures (38.09%). Forty-two patients (66.67%) required mechanical ventilation, tracheostomy was needed in 19 (30.16%) patients, and 42 (66.67%) patients were operated on for head injuries. The majority of the victims were aged between 15 and 40 years. Conclusion: Maxillofacial trauma with head injuries demands special attention as airway compromise is invariably present. Equally critical is the surgical intervention as simultaneously cranial and maxillofacial surgeries were performed. Preventive measures and legislation regarding traffic rules require a review also as the higher incidence of accidents among young adults has acquired epidemic status.
Effects Of Combined Oral Contraceptives On The Skin Of Mice, Nibras Hatim Khamees, Insaf Jasim Mahmoud, Amal Al Khateeb
Effects Of Combined Oral Contraceptives On The Skin Of Mice, Nibras Hatim Khamees, Insaf Jasim Mahmoud, Amal Al Khateeb
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To find the effects of a combination of 2 widely used contraceptives, ethinyl estradiol and cyproterone acetate (ECPA), on skin and sebaceous gland morphology and dermal vascularity of mice. Materials and methods: Female mice were divided into groups: treatment with ECPA for 1 month (T) and its control (C); and cessation of treatment for an additional month (recovery, R) and its control (CR). Body weight, skin histology and morphometry, and vaginal smears were performed and analyzed. Results: In the T and R groups, there was a significant increase in epidermal and dermal thickness and dermal vascularity. In group T, the …
Assessment Of Haematology Patients With Confirmed H1n1 Positivity, Füsun Özdemi̇rkiran, Hüsnü Pullukçu, Candan Çi̇çek, Seçki̇n Çağirgan, Murat Tombuloğlu, Fi̇li̇z Vural, Güray Saydam
Assessment Of Haematology Patients With Confirmed H1n1 Positivity, Füsun Özdemi̇rkiran, Hüsnü Pullukçu, Candan Çi̇çek, Seçki̇n Çağirgan, Murat Tombuloğlu, Fi̇li̇z Vural, Güray Saydam
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
H1N1 influenza virus infections in immunosuppressive patients cause complications. Clinical and laboratory findings of H1N1 positive haematology patients were evaluated in this study. Materials and methods: The "H1N1 Swine Influenza Suspicious Case Notification Form and Inpatient Follow-up Form" was prepared for 15 patients with suspected H1N1 infection between October 2009 and May 2010. H1N1 was detected by real-time RT-PCR assay. For all cases medical records were reviewed for clinical, demographic, and haematologic information. Results: H1N1 positivity was confirmed using real-time RT-PCR in 9 out of 15 patients (11 men, 4 women). One of the 9 patients had been followed up …
Problem Of Antibiotic Resistance In Patients With Acute Bacterial Cystitis And Treatment Options, Ahmet Karakaş, Vedat Turhan
Problem Of Antibiotic Resistance In Patients With Acute Bacterial Cystitis And Treatment Options, Ahmet Karakaş, Vedat Turhan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
No abstract provided.
The Factors Affecting Noninvasive Mechanical Ventilation Failure In Copd Exacerbations, Feza Bacakoğlu, Mehmet Sezai̇ Taşbakan, Özen Kaçmaz Başoğlu, Adnan Tolga Öz, Sedat Ürkmez, Meltem Mi̇di̇lli̇, Pervi̇n Korkmaz Ekren, Alev Gürgün
The Factors Affecting Noninvasive Mechanical Ventilation Failure In Copd Exacerbations, Feza Bacakoğlu, Mehmet Sezai̇ Taşbakan, Özen Kaçmaz Başoğlu, Adnan Tolga Öz, Sedat Ürkmez, Meltem Mi̇di̇lli̇, Pervi̇n Korkmaz Ekren, Alev Gürgün
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To evaluate causes of noninvasive mechanical ventilation (NIMV) failure. The rate of NIMV failure in respiratory failure due to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbations was reported as 5%-40%. Materials and methods: The necessity of endotracheal intubation was accepted as NIMV failure. The causes of NIMV failure were assessed in 54 patients (45 males; mean age: 67.7 ± 11.0 years) treated with NIMV because of COPD exacerbations and respiratory failure in an intensive care unit (ICU). Results: There was NIMV failure in 20 patients (37.0%). The rates of hospital-acquired pneumonia and in-hospital mortality were higher (P = 0.003 and P …
Effects Of Phenolic Acids On Gastrointestinal Smooth Muscle Complications In Streptozotocine-Induced Diabetic Rats, Nurcan Bektaş, Yusuf Öztürk
Effects Of Phenolic Acids On Gastrointestinal Smooth Muscle Complications In Streptozotocine-Induced Diabetic Rats, Nurcan Bektaş, Yusuf Öztürk
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To identify the effects of antioxidants on gastrointestinal smooth muscle complications in 6-week streptozotocine (STZ)-induced diabetic rats. Materials and methods: The following steps were carried out: 1. Three weeks after STZ injection, saline and 10 mg/kg p-OH benzoic, protocatechic, and gallic acids were separately administered to the rat groups every day for 3 weeks. 2. The responses of the fundus and ileum to agonists were recorded using isolated organ bath experiments. Results: Diabetic smooth muscle complications developed in the diabetic rats. The responses of the ileum to acetylcholine increased whereas the responses of the fundus to serotonine decreased in the …
A Rare Presentation Of Brucellosis: Polyradiculopathy And Peripheral Neuritis, Günay Ertem, Gülni̇hal Kutlu, Çi̇ğdem Ataman Hati̇poğlu, Cemal Bulut, Ali̇ Pekcan Demi̇röz
A Rare Presentation Of Brucellosis: Polyradiculopathy And Peripheral Neuritis, Günay Ertem, Gülni̇hal Kutlu, Çi̇ğdem Ataman Hati̇poğlu, Cemal Bulut, Ali̇ Pekcan Demi̇röz
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To present 8 patients with polyradiculopathy or polyradiculoneuritis caused by brucellosis. Polyradiculopathy or polyradiculoneuritis are occasional neurological involvements of brucellosis. Materials and methods: The diagnosis was made with clinical, serological and/or cerebrospinal fluid, and electromyographic examinations. Results: All of the patients except one improved quickly after specific antimicrobial treatment. Furthermore, electrophysiological examinations revealed normal findings in 6 patients. Conclusion: This clinical form of brucellosis is mostly reversible if it is diagnosed earlier and treated effectively.
Laboratory Criteria For Severe Crimean-Congo Haemorrhagic Fever : Letter To The Editor, Mesut Ortatatli, Serdar Ümi̇t Sarici
Laboratory Criteria For Severe Crimean-Congo Haemorrhagic Fever : Letter To The Editor, Mesut Ortatatli, Serdar Ümi̇t Sarici
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
No abstract provided.
Effects Of Long-Term Passive Smoking On The Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor And Apoptosis Marker Expression In The Retina And Choroid: An Experimental Study, Sema Dündar, Fati̇h Özcura, İbrahi̇m Meteoğlu, Mehmet Erkut Kara
Effects Of Long-Term Passive Smoking On The Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor And Apoptosis Marker Expression In The Retina And Choroid: An Experimental Study, Sema Dündar, Fati̇h Özcura, İbrahi̇m Meteoğlu, Mehmet Erkut Kara
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate the effects of smoking, reported as a risk factor for age related macular degeneration (ARMD), on the vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) expression and apoptosis in the retina and choroid of rats. Materials and methods: This experimental study included 38 Sprague-Dawley rats. The rats were randomly assigned into 4 groups. Groups 1 (males) and 2 (females) were exposed to smoke beginning on day 21 after birth, whereas groups 3 (males) and 4 (females) were not exposed to smoke. At the end of the fourth month, the right eyes of all of the rats were enucleated. Immunohistochemical analysis was …
Risk Factors And Prognosis In Children Hospitalized Due To Pandemic H1n1 Influenza A Virus Infection In Ankara, Turkey*, Medi̇ne Ayşi̇n Taşar, Yildiz Bi̇lge, Özge Uysal Soyer, Şükran Yildirim, Mustafa Taşar, Fatma İnci̇ Arikan
Risk Factors And Prognosis In Children Hospitalized Due To Pandemic H1n1 Influenza A Virus Infection In Ankara, Turkey*, Medi̇ne Ayşi̇n Taşar, Yildiz Bi̇lge, Özge Uysal Soyer, Şükran Yildirim, Mustafa Taşar, Fatma İnci̇ Arikan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To describe the demographic characteristics and clinical features in children with influenza A (H1N1) virus infection and to identify risk factors for severe disease or poor prognosis. Following the first tourist-imported case in Turkey on 16 May 2009, the influenza A (H1N1) virus has spread throughout the country. Materials and methods: Children under 18 years of age who were hospitalized for at least 24 h with an influenza-like illness and who had confirmed influenza A (H1N1) virus infection were included in the study. Demographic factors, clinical signs and symptoms, laboratory results, radiographic findings, treatments, and follow-up periods were noted. Results: …
Comparison Between Intravenous And Thoracic Epidural Analgesia In Single Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery, Nevri̇ye Salman, Fati̇h Tanzer Serter, Hali̇l İbrahi̇m Uçar, Serdar Günaydin, Ali̇ Cem Yorgancioğlu
Comparison Between Intravenous And Thoracic Epidural Analgesia In Single Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery, Nevri̇ye Salman, Fati̇h Tanzer Serter, Hali̇l İbrahi̇m Uçar, Serdar Günaydin, Ali̇ Cem Yorgancioğlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Aim: To compare thoracic epidural analgesia with intravenous analgesia in patients who underwent coronary artery bypass grafting surgery. Materials and methods: This retrospective study included 40 patients who had received elective single artery bypass surgery. After general anesthesia, one group was given patient-controlled thoracic epidural analgesia and the other group was given patient-controlled intravenous meperidine analgesia. Patient assessments were performed during the postoperative period and included the duration of hospital stay, pain and sedation scores, ambulation score, atrial fibrillation incidence, and organ morbidities. Results: No differences were detected between the groups in the demographic or intraoperative data. However, a statistically …
Iodine Deficiency In Pregnancy And In Women Of Reproductive Age In Erzurum, Turkey, Kadi̇r Çeti̇nkaya, Meti̇n İngeç, Semra Çeti̇nkaya, İbrahi̇m Kaplan
Iodine Deficiency In Pregnancy And In Women Of Reproductive Age In Erzurum, Turkey, Kadi̇r Çeti̇nkaya, Meti̇n İngeç, Semra Çeti̇nkaya, İbrahi̇m Kaplan
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Aim: Iodine deficiency (ID) is an important public health problem and the most common cause of preventable mental retardation. The aims of this study were to determine the urinary iodine concentration (UIC) of pregnant women living in Erzurum, to assess the ID rate, and to find out whether iodine supplementation is necessary in pregnancy. Materials and methods: Spot urine was obtained from pregnant and nonpregnant women with no functional or organic thyroid disease. The UIC was studied using the Sandell-Kolthoff method. Results: The median UIC values of pregnant women in the first, second, and third trimesters and of the nonpregnant …
Serum Interleukin-8 Levels May Predict Relapse In Brucellosis, Nazlim Aktuğ Demi̇r, Onur Ural
Serum Interleukin-8 Levels May Predict Relapse In Brucellosis, Nazlim Aktuğ Demi̇r, Onur Ural
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To investigate whether cytokines are effective in predicting relapses among patients with acute brucellosis. Materials and methods: This trial was conducted in 42 patients who were being followed-up with diagnosis of acute brucellosis. Serum samples were obtained on days 0 and 45. In patients whose clinical symptoms recurred within a year of treatment and exhibited infectious parameters in compliance with brucellosis, a Rivanol standard tube agglutination (STA) test was performed and the diagnosis of relapse was based on brucella immunoglobulin M (IgM). Serum samples were evaluated for various parameters, namely tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-\alpha), interferon-gamma (IFN-\gamma), interleukin 2 (IL-2), IL-4, …
The Esr1 Gene Polymorphisms In Patients With Coronary Artery Disease In The Southeastern Turkish Population, Abdussemet Hazar, Fuat Di̇lmeç, Aydemi̇r Koçarslan, Mustafa Göz, Mehmet Sali̇h Aydin, Abbas Heval Demi̇rkol
The Esr1 Gene Polymorphisms In Patients With Coronary Artery Disease In The Southeastern Turkish Population, Abdussemet Hazar, Fuat Di̇lmeç, Aydemi̇r Koçarslan, Mustafa Göz, Mehmet Sali̇h Aydin, Abbas Heval Demi̇rkol
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
The objective of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of the estrogen receptor 1 (ESR1) gene variants and their possible association with coronary artery disease (CAD) in Şanlıurfa province. Materials and methods: We used polymerase chain reaction and restriction enzyme digestion to determine the prevalence of the ESR1 gene (NM_001122742.1, GI: 2099): c.454-351 A>G (XbaI A>G) and c.454-397 T>C (PvuII T>C) polymorphisms in 100 healthy individuals and 80 angiographically confirmed CAD patients. Results: The body mass index (28.1 ± 5.4), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (126.1 ± 42 mg/dL), diabetes (n = 13), and hypertension (n = …
Effect Of Dietary Β-Sitosterol On Fecal Bacterial And Colonic Biotransformation Enzymes In 1,2-Dimethylhydrazine–Induced Colon Carcinogenesis, Albert Baskar Arul, Khalid Al Numair, Mohammed Al Saif, Ignacimuthu Savarimuthu
Effect Of Dietary Β-Sitosterol On Fecal Bacterial And Colonic Biotransformation Enzymes In 1,2-Dimethylhydrazine–Induced Colon Carcinogenesis, Albert Baskar Arul, Khalid Al Numair, Mohammed Al Saif, Ignacimuthu Savarimuthu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
The present study was designed to investigate the modulatory effect of \beta-sitosterol administration on 1,2-dimethylhydrazine (DMH)-induced fecal bacterial and colonic biotransformation enzyme activities. Materials and methods: The chemopreventive potential of \beta-sitosterol in colon carcinogenesis was assessed by injecting DMH (20 mg/kg body weight) subcutaneously into male Wistar rats and supplementing with \beta-sitosterol throughout the experimental period of 16 weeks at 3 different doses (5, 10, and 20 mg/kg body weight). Results: Amplified activities of fecal bacterial (\beta-glucuronidase, \beta-glucosidase, \beta-galactosidase, nitroreductase, hyaluronate lyase, and sulfatase) and colonic biotransformation (\beta-glucuronidase, \beta-glucosidase, \beta-galactosidase, and nitroreductase) enzymes were considered hallmarks of colon carcinogenesis. DMH-induced …
Urothelial Cancers: Clinical And Imaging Evaluation, Hali̇l Arslan, Fati̇h Mehmet Tezcan, Oktay Alğin
Urothelial Cancers: Clinical And Imaging Evaluation, Hali̇l Arslan, Fati̇h Mehmet Tezcan, Oktay Alğin
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Urothelial cancers are currently diagnosed more commonly parallel to the recent developments in imaging techniques. Early diagnosis of these tumors, together with better treatment options, decreases the morbidity and the mortality significantly. This review aims to summarize the imaging findings of urothelial tumors, both at the pretreatment and posttreatment follow-up stage.
Transdiaphragmatic Approach To Liver And Lung Hydatid Cysts, Yener Aydin, Mi̇ne Çeli̇k, Ali̇ Bi̇lal Ulaş, Ati̇la Eroğlu
Transdiaphragmatic Approach To Liver And Lung Hydatid Cysts, Yener Aydin, Mi̇ne Çeli̇k, Ali̇ Bi̇lal Ulaş, Ati̇la Eroğlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Hydatid cysts are a clinical problem in developing and nondeveloped countries. This study aimed to present lung and liver hydatid cysts that underwent the transdiaphragmatic surgical approach. Materials and methods: The study retrospectively evaluated 50 consecutive patients with lung and liver hydatid cysts who underwent transdiaphragmatic surgical treatment at the authors' clinic between January 1998 and December 2011. Results: Twenty-four (48%) patients were male and 26 (52%) were female. The average age of the patients was 34 ± 21 (3-72). All patients had liver cysts and 37 had lung cysts. Forty-eight of the patients underwent thoracotomies, 1 a laparotomy, and …
Effects Of Long-Acting Beta-2 Agonist Treatment On Daily Energy Balance And Body Composition In Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Abdurrahman Genç, Kağan Üçok, Ersi̇n Günay, Yücel Gönül, Hati̇ce Karabacak, Ümi̇t Şener, Serkan Nural, Mehmet Ünlü
Effects Of Long-Acting Beta-2 Agonist Treatment On Daily Energy Balance And Body Composition In Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Abdurrahman Genç, Kağan Üçok, Ersi̇n Günay, Yücel Gönül, Hati̇ce Karabacak, Ümi̇t Şener, Serkan Nural, Mehmet Ünlü
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of long-acting beta-2 agonist (formoterol) treatment on the resting metabolic rate (RMR), daily physical activity, body composition and anthropometry, nutritional status, and quality of life of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Materials and methods: A total of 30 male patients who were diagnosed with COPD participated in the study. The RMR was determined using an indirect calorimeter, daily physical activity was measured with an accelerometer, and body composition was established by bioelectric impedance analysis. Body circumference and skinfold thickness measurements were carried out. Pulmonary function tests were performed …
Evaluation Of The Relationship Between Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome Severity And Cephalometric And Clinical Variables, Süleyman Hakan Tuna, Önder Öztürk, Muhammet Hakan Türkkahraman, Hüseyi̇n Alkiş, Hüseyi̇n Avni̇ Balcioğlu, Ahmet Akkaya
Evaluation Of The Relationship Between Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome Severity And Cephalometric And Clinical Variables, Süleyman Hakan Tuna, Önder Öztürk, Muhammet Hakan Türkkahraman, Hüseyi̇n Alkiş, Hüseyi̇n Avni̇ Balcioğlu, Ahmet Akkaya
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To evaluate the cephalometric features of patients with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) and to elucidate the relationship between the severity of OSAS and cephalometric and clinical variables. Materials and methods: Ninety-three patients (71M/22W) with OSAS were classified into 3 subgroups according to the apnea-hypopnea index (AHI). Various cephalometric and clinical measurements were carried out for all patients. Results: Inferior airway space (IAS), maximum soft palate thickness (MSPT), SNGoGn°, and distance of hyoid bone to mandibular plane (Hy-MPPerp) were found to be higher in severe OSAS for both sexes. Middle airway space, IAS, MSPT, and Hy-MPPerp were correlated positively with …
Maternal Smoking During Pregnancy And Effects On Neonatal Anthropometry: A Prospective Study, Fati̇h Bolat, Özge Eren, Güher Bolat, Emrah Can, Serdar Cömert, Hasan Si̇nan Uslu, Asi̇ye Nuhoğlu
Maternal Smoking During Pregnancy And Effects On Neonatal Anthropometry: A Prospective Study, Fati̇h Bolat, Özge Eren, Güher Bolat, Emrah Can, Serdar Cömert, Hasan Si̇nan Uslu, Asi̇ye Nuhoğlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To identify risk factors associated with cigarette smoking during pregnancy and to evaluate the effect of smoking on anthropometric measurements. Materials and methods: This study was carried out prospectively in selected women who gave birth to a healthy, term infant at Şişli Etfal Education and Research Hospital from January 2009 to January 2010. Smoking status during pregnancy was categorized into 3 groups: nonsmoker; smoker; passive smoker. Regression analysis was performed to compare risk factors with cigarette smoking. Results: A total of 1175 mothers were enrolled. Active and passive smoking rates were 14.9% and 32.3%, respectively. In univariate analysis, maternal active …
Hyperactivation Of The Hypothalamo-Pituitary-Adrenocortical Axis In Streptozotocin Diabetic Rats: Effect Of Tinospora Cordifolia (Willd.) And Insulin Therapy, Nagaraja Puranik, Sheela Devi Devi, Kararshaha Kammar
Hyperactivation Of The Hypothalamo-Pituitary-Adrenocortical Axis In Streptozotocin Diabetic Rats: Effect Of Tinospora Cordifolia (Willd.) And Insulin Therapy, Nagaraja Puranik, Sheela Devi Devi, Kararshaha Kammar
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
In the present study, we investigated the extent to which changes in corticosterone level and food and water intake behavior occur in diabetes and explored the effect of Tinospora cordifolia extracts and insulin therapy in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. Materials and methods: Female albino rats of the inbred Wistar strain (body weight: 180-210 g) were used in this study. Experimental diabetes was induced by injecting freshly prepared streptozotocin once at the dose of 55 mg/kg body weight intravenously in 0.1 M citrate buffer, pH 4.5. The drug was administered orally for 10 days and 30 days in different groups containing 6 …
Effectiveness Of An Original Vaginal Placation Of The Uterosacral Ligaments As Vault Prolapse Prevention, Vesna Antovska
Effectiveness Of An Original Vaginal Placation Of The Uterosacral Ligaments As Vault Prolapse Prevention, Vesna Antovska
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of an original vaginal plication of the uterosacral ligaments as a preventive procedure for recurrent vault prolapse. Materials and methods: In total, 216 women with stage III/IV genital prolapse (POPQ system) underwent vaginal hysterectomy combined with uterosacral ligaments plication. First, the rectum was dissected from the posterior vaginal wall; next, 3 absorbable sutures were placed through both uterosacral ligaments; finally, a fourth suture was placed circularly through both uterosacral ligaments and the posterior vaginal margin. Statistical analysis made use of Student's paired test and Mantel-Haenszel's chi-square test. Results: At the …
An Investigation Of The Relationship Between Clinical Features Of Amoebiasis And Entamoeba Histolytica Genotypes, Remzi̇ Engi̇n Araz, Özgür Koru, Mehmet Tanyüksel, Tuncer Özeki̇nci̇, Ali̇ Ceylan, Hati̇ce Zeynep Güçlü Kilbaş, Mutali̇p Çi̇çek
An Investigation Of The Relationship Between Clinical Features Of Amoebiasis And Entamoeba Histolytica Genotypes, Remzi̇ Engi̇n Araz, Özgür Koru, Mehmet Tanyüksel, Tuncer Özeki̇nci̇, Ali̇ Ceylan, Hati̇ce Zeynep Güçlü Kilbaş, Mutali̇p Çi̇çek
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To determine the presence of Entamoeba histolytica/E. dispar and E. moshkovskii in stool samples, tRNA-based short tandem repeat gene polymorphism in E. histolytica isolates, and the relationship between amoeba load and clinical outcome in studies. Materials and methods: This study involved 840 stools samples of individuals having diarrhea/dysentery and individuals who were asymptomatic by using microscopy, culture, E. histolytica antigen ELISA, and conventional/real-time PCR methods. Results: Of the 840 samples analyzed, 4.3% (36/840), 2.6% (22/840), and 7.4% (62/840) of the stool samples were determined to be positive by E. histolytica antigen ELISA, and real-time PCR for E. histolytica and E. …
Genotoxic Effects Of Banding Procedure With Different Orthodontic Cements On Human Oral Mucosa Cells, Firat Öztürk, Şengül Yüksel, Ebubeki̇r Toy, Elçi̇n Lati̇fe Kurtoğlu, Eyüp Burak Küçük
Genotoxic Effects Of Banding Procedure With Different Orthodontic Cements On Human Oral Mucosa Cells, Firat Öztürk, Şengül Yüksel, Ebubeki̇r Toy, Elçi̇n Lati̇fe Kurtoğlu, Eyüp Burak Küçük
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To assess the genotoxic and cytotoxic effects of banding procedure with 5 different orthodontic cements on human oral buccal epithelium cells. Materials and methods: Fifty healthy volunteers (mean age: 14.54 ± 2.37 years) were randomly divided into 5 groups of 10. Preformed stainless steel molar bands (3M Unitek) were cemented to the upper and lower first molar teeth with 5 different orthodontic cements (Durelon, GC Fuji Ortho Band LC Paste Pak, Meron, Ultra Band Lok, and 3M Unitek Multi Cure) in each group. Genotoxic effects of the banding procedure for a 1-month period were evaluated using the micronucleus test (MNT). …
Creating A Risk Model To Determine Paraaortic Lymph Node Involvement In Endometrial Carcinoma, Ahmet Taner Turan, Burcu Aykan Yildirim, Işin Üreyen, Deni̇z Hizli, Mustafa Alper Karalök, Ömer Lütfi̇ Tapisiz, Hakki Gökhan Tulunay, Nuretti̇n Boran, Nejat Özgül, Mehmet Faruk Köse
Creating A Risk Model To Determine Paraaortic Lymph Node Involvement In Endometrial Carcinoma, Ahmet Taner Turan, Burcu Aykan Yildirim, Işin Üreyen, Deni̇z Hizli, Mustafa Alper Karalök, Ömer Lütfi̇ Tapisiz, Hakki Gökhan Tulunay, Nuretti̇n Boran, Nejat Özgül, Mehmet Faruk Köse
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
To define a high-risk group for paraaortic (PA) lymph node metastasis among endometrial carcinoma patients. Materials and methods: Prognostic factors determining PA lymph node metastasis were defined. Using these factors in different combinations, 14 risk groups were formed. A patient with at least one of these factors was considered as high-risk for PA lymph node metastasis. Results: This study included 152 patients. Of these patients, 18 had tumors in the PA region. Lymphovascular space invasion (LVSI) and pelvic lymph node metastasis were independent prognostic factors for PA lymph node involvement. In the risk modeling system, pelvic lymph node metastasis was …