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Evaluation Of Irrational Drug Use Of Individuals Over The Age Of 18 Who Applied To Auniversity Hospital, Sevi̇l Özger İlhan, Mücahi̇t Yildiz, Hakan Tüzün, Asi̇ye Uğraş Di̇kmen Jan 2022

Evaluation Of Irrational Drug Use Of Individuals Over The Age Of 18 Who Applied To Auniversity Hospital, Sevi̇l Özger İlhan, Mücahi̇t Yildiz, Hakan Tüzün, Asi̇ye Uğraş Di̇kmen

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Irrational drug use not only causes a delay in the treatment of patients, failure to achieve full well-being, drug interactions and side effects, drug resistance but also creates economic negativities such as waste of resources and unnecessary workload. This study aims to investigate the irrational drug use behaviors of individuals over the age of 18 who applied to a university hospital. Materials and methods: This sectional study included 1247 people over the age of 18 who applied for Gazi University Health, Research and Application Center. A questionnaire was applied to the applicants by face-to-face interview technique. Logistic regression analysis …


Pasireotide Treatment In Cushing's Disease: A Single Tertiary Center's Experience, Serdar Şahi̇n, Gular Kari̇mova, Şeyda Gül Özcan, Emre Durcan, Hande Mefkure Özkaya, Pinar Kadioğlu Jan 2022

Pasireotide Treatment In Cushing's Disease: A Single Tertiary Center's Experience, Serdar Şahi̇n, Gular Kari̇mova, Şeyda Gül Özcan, Emre Durcan, Hande Mefkure Özkaya, Pinar Kadioğlu

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Cushing's disease (CD), which cannot be controlled by surgery, requires medical treatment. In this situation, treatments with long-term effectiveness and safety profiles are needed. We aimed to evaluate the effects and adverse effects of pasireotide treatment in CD. Materials and methods: Patients who were followed up for CD and treated with pasireotide between 2014-2020 at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, were evaluated retrospectively. The efficacy and adverse effects of pasireotide were evaluated in this study. Results: Thirty-two patients were evaluated. The mean duration of treatment was 26.5 [range, 12.0-37.0] months. The 24-h urinary free cortisol (UFC) decreased 46% during the treatment …


Endocarditis-Tr: Diagnosis, Treatment, And Prognosis Of The Infective Endocarditispatients Admitting Tertiary Centres Of Turkey, Ali̇ Nazmi̇ Çalik, Fatma Özlem Arican Özlük, Mehmet Baran Karataş, Yi̇ği̇t Çanga, Semi̇h Eren, Görkem Ayhan, Ayşe Sünbül, Ali̇ Pali̇ce, Aytaç Candemi̇r, Şükrü Akyüz, Mehdi̇ Zoghi̇, Ömer Kozan Jan 2022

Endocarditis-Tr: Diagnosis, Treatment, And Prognosis Of The Infective Endocarditispatients Admitting Tertiary Centres Of Turkey, Ali̇ Nazmi̇ Çalik, Fatma Özlem Arican Özlük, Mehmet Baran Karataş, Yi̇ği̇t Çanga, Semi̇h Eren, Görkem Ayhan, Ayşe Sünbül, Ali̇ Pali̇ce, Aytaç Candemi̇r, Şükrü Akyüz, Mehdi̇ Zoghi̇, Ömer Kozan

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Infective endocarditis (IE) is still a significant cause of morbidity and mortality among cardiovascular diseases. ENDOCARDITIS-TR study aims to evaluate the compliance of the diagnostic and therapeutic methods being used in Turkey with current guidelines. Materials and methods: The ENDOCARDITIS-TR trial is a multicentre, prospective, observational study consisting of patients admitted to tertiary centres with a definite diagnose of IE. In addition to the demographic, clinical, microbiological, and echocardiographic findings of the patients, adverse events, indications for surgery, and in-hospital mortality were recorded during a 2-year time interval. Results: A total of 208 IE patients from 7 tertiary centres …


Evaluation Of The Relationship Between Insulin Resistance And Visceral Adiposity Index Inpatients With Acne Vulgaris, İbrahi̇m Fuat Kayihan Kaya, M. Ali̇ Eryilmaz, Selma Pekgör, Orhan Külahci Jan 2022

Evaluation Of The Relationship Between Insulin Resistance And Visceral Adiposity Index Inpatients With Acne Vulgaris, İbrahi̇m Fuat Kayihan Kaya, M. Ali̇ Eryilmaz, Selma Pekgör, Orhan Külahci

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Acne vulgaris (AV) is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that is common among adolescents. Its etiology involves hormones, diet, genetics, and environmental factors. The aim of this study was to investigate the association between acne vulgaris and insulin resistance (IR) and visceral adiposity index (VAI). Materials and methods: The study included 184 individuals. Participants' height, weight, waist and hip circumference and blood pressure were measured. Morning fasting blood was obtained from all participants for measuring glucose, insulin, triglyceride (TG), and cholesterol levels. The HOMA index and visceral adiposity index were calculated. The collected data were analyzed using statistical methods. …


The Role Of Leptin In Primary Sjögren Syndrome: A Clinical And Histopathologicalassessment Study, Mustafa Erdogan, Kayhan Basak, Mehmet Engin Tezcan Jan 2022

The Role Of Leptin In Primary Sjögren Syndrome: A Clinical And Histopathologicalassessment Study, Mustafa Erdogan, Kayhan Basak, Mehmet Engin Tezcan

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


Turkey's Transition To Face-To-Face Schooling During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Mahmut Özer, Hayri̇ Eren Suna, Matjaz Perc, Sadri̇ Şensoy, Sevi̇l Uygun İli̇khan Jan 2022

Turkey's Transition To Face-To-Face Schooling During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Mahmut Özer, Hayri̇ Eren Suna, Matjaz Perc, Sadri̇ Şensoy, Sevi̇l Uygun İli̇khan

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: The COVID-19 pandemic majorly disrupted conventional schooling and many countries maintained educational services through distance education. The duration of school closures in Turkey was longer than most OECD countries, thus Turkey prioritized school reopenings in the 2021-2022 academic year to mitigate possible negative outcomes of closures. Here we study the compatibility of implications for school reopenings in Turkey with these practices and assess the first semester of face-to-face schooling. Materials and methods: We have used document analysis to present and compare the practices in Turkey with international practices. We also used a comparative approach to assess the coherence between …


The Clinical Follow-Up And Management Of Covid-19 In Children And Adolescents Withan Immunocompromised State Or A Malignancy, İrem Ceren Erbaş, Hati̇ce Karaoğlu Asrak, Ayşe Çakil Güzi̇n, Şi̇lem Özdem Alataş, Şefi̇ka Akyol, Meral Torun Bayram, Refi̇k Emre Çeçen, Di̇lek İnce, Özlem Tüfekçi̇, Nurşen Belet Jan 2022

The Clinical Follow-Up And Management Of Covid-19 In Children And Adolescents Withan Immunocompromised State Or A Malignancy, İrem Ceren Erbaş, Hati̇ce Karaoğlu Asrak, Ayşe Çakil Güzi̇n, Şi̇lem Özdem Alataş, Şefi̇ka Akyol, Meral Torun Bayram, Refi̇k Emre Çeçen, Di̇lek İnce, Özlem Tüfekçi̇, Nurşen Belet

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: It is still not known how an immunosuppressive state affects the response to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in children and adolescents. The aim of this study was to evaluate clinical characteristics, outcomes, and follow-up results of COVID-19 in pediatric patients with a history of immunocompromise or malignancy, retrospectively. Materials and methods: Patients with a diagnosis of COVID-19 who were under 18 years of age and had a history of immunosuppressive chronic disease or under immunosuppressant treatment were included in the study. Patients were applied to our outpatient clinic or consulted to our department in a tertiary center during the …


Pertussis Prevalence Among Adult Patients With Acute Cough, Ahmet İlbay, Mi̇ne Durusu Tanriöver, Işkin Pinar Zarakol, Ezgi̇ Çalişkan Güzelce, Hati̇ce Bölek, Serhat Ünal Jan 2022

Pertussis Prevalence Among Adult Patients With Acute Cough, Ahmet İlbay, Mi̇ne Durusu Tanriöver, Işkin Pinar Zarakol, Ezgi̇ Çalişkan Güzelce, Hati̇ce Bölek, Serhat Ünal

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Bordetella pertussis infection remains an important health problem in adults due to the increasing prevalence in recent years. Pertussis in adults can be easily overlooked or misdiagnosed. We aimed to determine the prevalence of pertussis in adult patients with acute cough and the clinical features of the pertussis cases. Materials and methods: Internal Medicine and Pulmonology inpatient wards and outpatient clinics were screened between March 2017 and June 2018. Patients with cough duration between 1 week and 1 month were enrolled. Those who were on antibiotics for more than 5 days were excluded. A total of 115 patients were …


The Validity And Reliability Study Of The Turkish Version Of Engagement In Healthy Ageing, Ramazan Kiraç, Seda Uyar, Mehmet Aki̇f Eri̇şen, Nur Feyzal Kesen Jan 2022

The Validity And Reliability Study Of The Turkish Version Of Engagement In Healthy Ageing, Ramazan Kiraç, Seda Uyar, Mehmet Aki̇f Eri̇şen, Nur Feyzal Kesen

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


Determination Of Covid-19 Pcr Positivity And Mutation Status In Coronavacvaccinated Individuals In Turkey, Ahmet Çalişkan, Mücahi̇t Seçme, İlknur Kaleli̇, Tuğba Sari, Sedef Zeli̇ha Öner, Sani̇ye Küçükakin Yaka, Büşra Dönmez Jan 2022

Determination Of Covid-19 Pcr Positivity And Mutation Status In Coronavacvaccinated Individuals In Turkey, Ahmet Çalişkan, Mücahi̇t Seçme, İlknur Kaleli̇, Tuğba Sari, Sedef Zeli̇ha Öner, Sani̇ye Küçükakin Yaka, Büşra Dönmez

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: CoronaVac is an inactivated virus-based COVID-19 vaccine used in Turkey and approved for emergency use by the World Health Organization (WHO). In this study, it was aimed to retrospectively evaluate the mutation status and clinical status in individuals who received two doses of CoronaVac vaccine and were infected with COVID-19 at least two weeks after the second dose. Materials and methods: 164 people were included in the study and COVID-19 diagnosis and mutation analyses were determined by RT-PCR using the Bioseepdy SARS CoV-2 Double Gene RT-qPCR Kit and the Biospeedy SARS-CoV-2 Variant Plus kit in accordance with the protocol …


The Efficacy Of Anakinra Compared To Standard Care Of Treatment For Covid-19: A Metaanalysis, Hamna Malik, Hira Bint Abdul Jabbar, Farah Latif, Azza Sarfraz, Zouina Sarfraz, Muzna Sarfraz Jan 2022

The Efficacy Of Anakinra Compared To Standard Care Of Treatment For Covid-19: A Metaanalysis, Hamna Malik, Hira Bint Abdul Jabbar, Farah Latif, Azza Sarfraz, Zouina Sarfraz, Muzna Sarfraz

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: As SARS-CoV-2 continues to spread worldwide, this study brings to light the link that anakinra, a recombinant IL-1 receptor antagonist, has in averting grave clinical outcomes. The objectives of this meta-analysis are to investigate the effects of anakinra in interventional groups compared to control/standard of care groups on mortality along with the provision of a prevalence estimate of the variables associated with death (C-reactive protein-CRP, ferritin, acute respiratory distress syndrome-ARDS). Materials and methods: According to the PRISMA 2020 statement guidelines, a systematic search was conducted from December 19, 2020, until December 10, 2021, with keywords including COVID-19, coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, …


An Evaluation Of The Results Of Convalescent Plasma Therapy Applied To Pregnant Womendiagnosed As Covid-19- Positive In A Pandemic Center: A Prospective Cohort Study, Seyi̇t Ahmet Erol, Atakan Tanaçan, Hakan Apaydin, Şule Göncü Ayhan, Deni̇z Oluklu, Derya Uyan Hendem, Serpi̇l Ünlü, Abdulsamet Erden, Özlem Moraloğlu Teki̇n, Ahmet Omma, İhsan Ateş, Orhan Küçükşahi̇n, Di̇lek Şahi̇n Jan 2022

An Evaluation Of The Results Of Convalescent Plasma Therapy Applied To Pregnant Womendiagnosed As Covid-19- Positive In A Pandemic Center: A Prospective Cohort Study, Seyi̇t Ahmet Erol, Atakan Tanaçan, Hakan Apaydin, Şule Göncü Ayhan, Deni̇z Oluklu, Derya Uyan Hendem, Serpi̇l Ünlü, Abdulsamet Erden, Özlem Moraloğlu Teki̇n, Ahmet Omma, İhsan Ateş, Orhan Küçükşahi̇n, Di̇lek Şahi̇n

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Convalescent plasma (CP) might be an additional treatment modality in COVID-19. The aim of this study was to compare CP-related clinical characteristics and perinatal outcomes in pregnant women with mild or moderate-severe COVID-19. Materials and methods: This prospective cohort study included 36 pregnant women (12 mild and 24 moderate-severe), who underwent CP therapy. The CP obtained from recently recovered donors was transfused to patients together with maximum supportive care and antiviral agents. The groups were then compared in respect of clinical characteristics, laboratory parameters, obstetric complications, and neonatal outcomes. Results: Significant differences were determined between the groups in respect …


Analgesic Efficacy Of Ultrasound Guided Unilateral Erector Spinae Plane Block For Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair: A Randomized Controlled Study, Savaş Altinsoy, Derya Özkan, Fatma Kavak Akelma, Jüli̇de Ergi̇l Jan 2022

Analgesic Efficacy Of Ultrasound Guided Unilateral Erector Spinae Plane Block For Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair: A Randomized Controlled Study, Savaş Altinsoy, Derya Özkan, Fatma Kavak Akelma, Jüli̇de Ergi̇l

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


Arthroscopic Bankart Repair Improves Upper Limb Exercise Capacity, Shoulder Function And Quality Of Life, Fi̇gen Dağ, Fehmi̇ Volkan Öztuna, Di̇dem Deri̇ci̇ Yildirim, Özlem Bölgen Çi̇men Jan 2022

Arthroscopic Bankart Repair Improves Upper Limb Exercise Capacity, Shoulder Function And Quality Of Life, Fi̇gen Dağ, Fehmi̇ Volkan Öztuna, Di̇dem Deri̇ci̇ Yildirim, Özlem Bölgen Çi̇men

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


Comparison Of Geriatric Nutritional Risk Index And Creatinine Index In Short-Term Mortality Prediction In Maintenance Hemodialysis Patients, Fatma Ayerden Ebi̇nç, Gülay Ulusal Okyay, Serpi̇l Müge Değer, Hati̇ce Şahi̇n, Tamer Selen, Çi̇se Kanar Doğan, Kadi̇r Gökhan Atilgan, Ebru Gök Oğuz, Mehmet Deni̇z Ayli Jan 2022

Comparison Of Geriatric Nutritional Risk Index And Creatinine Index In Short-Term Mortality Prediction In Maintenance Hemodialysis Patients, Fatma Ayerden Ebi̇nç, Gülay Ulusal Okyay, Serpi̇l Müge Değer, Hati̇ce Şahi̇n, Tamer Selen, Çi̇se Kanar Doğan, Kadi̇r Gökhan Atilgan, Ebru Gök Oğuz, Mehmet Deni̇z Ayli

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


Oncometabolites In Urine-A New Opportunity For Detection And Prognosis Of The Clinical Progress Of Verified Prostate Cancer-A Pilot Study, Dimitar Delkov, Lyubka Yoanidu, Desislav Tomov, Rumyana Stoyanova, Ivan Dechev, Yordanka Uzunova Jan 2022

Oncometabolites In Urine-A New Opportunity For Detection And Prognosis Of The Clinical Progress Of Verified Prostate Cancer-A Pilot Study, Dimitar Delkov, Lyubka Yoanidu, Desislav Tomov, Rumyana Stoyanova, Ivan Dechev, Yordanka Uzunova

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


Test-Retest Reliability And Minimal Detectable Change For Measures Of Wearable Gait Analysis System (G-Walk) In Children With Cerebral Palsy., Melek Volkan Yazici, Gamze Çobanoğlu, Gökhan Yazici Jan 2022

Test-Retest Reliability And Minimal Detectable Change For Measures Of Wearable Gait Analysis System (G-Walk) In Children With Cerebral Palsy., Melek Volkan Yazici, Gamze Çobanoğlu, Gökhan Yazici

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


Melanocytes As The Source Of The Increased Melanisation In Pigmented Epithelial Tumours: A Holistic Approach, Asuman Ki̇li̇tci̇, Ömer Faruk Elmas, Necmetti̇n Akdeni̇z, Mehmet Gamsizkan Jan 2022

Melanocytes As The Source Of The Increased Melanisation In Pigmented Epithelial Tumours: A Holistic Approach, Asuman Ki̇li̇tci̇, Ömer Faruk Elmas, Necmetti̇n Akdeni̇z, Mehmet Gamsizkan

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


Effectiveness Of A Supervised Group Exercise Therapy Based On The Biopsychosocial Model Introduced Simultaneously With Anti-Tnf Therapy In Anti-Tnf-Naive Patients With Active Ankylosing Spondylitis, Nur Banu Karaca, Edi̇be Ünal, Jale Karakaya, Umut Kalyoncu, Sedat Ki̇raz Jan 2022

Effectiveness Of A Supervised Group Exercise Therapy Based On The Biopsychosocial Model Introduced Simultaneously With Anti-Tnf Therapy In Anti-Tnf-Naive Patients With Active Ankylosing Spondylitis, Nur Banu Karaca, Edi̇be Ünal, Jale Karakaya, Umut Kalyoncu, Sedat Ki̇raz

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


The Lumbar Erector Spinae Plane Block: A Cadaveric Study, Serdar Kokar, Ahmet Ertaş, Özlem Mercan, Fatma Güler Yildirim, Ömer Alp Taştan, Kenan Akgün Jan 2022

The Lumbar Erector Spinae Plane Block: A Cadaveric Study, Serdar Kokar, Ahmet Ertaş, Özlem Mercan, Fatma Güler Yildirim, Ömer Alp Taştan, Kenan Akgün

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: The aim of this cadaveric study was to investigate the erector spinae plane block (ESPB) in lumbar region and to elucidate the possible mechanisms of action of these injections in lumbar radicular pain by means of detecting expected dye dispersion to the neural structures. Materials and methods: Ultrasound-guided lumbar ESPB was performed in three formaldehyde-embalmed human cadavers. For this purpose, a 10 mL of methylene blue was injected into the fascial space between the L4 transverse process and the erector spinae muscles. Then, the cadavers were dissected, the cephalocaudal and lateral spread of the dye was examined, and the …


The Effects Of A Combination Treatment With Mesenchymal Stem Cell And Platelet-Rich Plasma On Tendon Healing: An Experimental Study, İlker Uyar, Zeynep Altuntaş, Siddika Findik, Mehmet Emi̇n Cem Yildirim, Serhat Yarar, Murat Aktan, Ahmet Avci Jan 2022

The Effects Of A Combination Treatment With Mesenchymal Stem Cell And Platelet-Rich Plasma On Tendon Healing: An Experimental Study, İlker Uyar, Zeynep Altuntaş, Siddika Findik, Mehmet Emi̇n Cem Yildirim, Serhat Yarar, Murat Aktan, Ahmet Avci

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/Aim: The objective of this study was to investigate the effects that the application of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) following tendon repair have on the strength and healing of the tendon and also to examine the possible mechanisms of action that take place. Materials and methods: The Achilles tendons of 80 rats were repaired and divided into eight groups. Following the repairs, MSCs obtained from humans were injected into the rat tendons in groups 1 and 2, a combination of MSCs from humans and PRP from rats was injected into the tendons in groups 3 and …


A Comparison Of Angled (D-Blade) And Macintosh (C-Mac) Videolaryngoscopes For Simulated Pediatric Difficult Airway: A Randomized Single-Blind Study, Alparslan Kuş, Can Aksu, Hadi̇ Ufuk Yörükoğlu, Volkan Alparslan, Kami̇l Toker Jan 2022

A Comparison Of Angled (D-Blade) And Macintosh (C-Mac) Videolaryngoscopes For Simulated Pediatric Difficult Airway: A Randomized Single-Blind Study, Alparslan Kuş, Can Aksu, Hadi̇ Ufuk Yörükoğlu, Volkan Alparslan, Kami̇l Toker

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Being prepared for difficult airway (DA) is nevertheless of great importance. Failed or delayed tracheal intubation (TI) can increase morbidity and mortality, and the pediatric population is more prone to hypoxia. With the development of different types of videolaryngoscope (VL), these have become the device of choice in patients with DA. Our primary aim was to compare intubation times with D-blade and Macintosh blade of Storz C-MAC® in a simulated pediatric DA scenario with this randomized controlled trial. Materials and methods: Children aged 1-5 years scheduled for elective surgery were included in the study. Patients were randomized into two …


Could Computed Tomography Histogram Analysis Add Value To The Diagnosis Of Cholesteatoma?, Nursel Yurttutan, Nagi̇han Bi̇lal, Betül Kizildağ, Adem Doğaner Jan 2022

Could Computed Tomography Histogram Analysis Add Value To The Diagnosis Of Cholesteatoma?, Nursel Yurttutan, Nagi̇han Bi̇lal, Betül Kizildağ, Adem Doğaner

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: To investigate the potential role of computed tomography (CT) histogram analysis in differentiating cholesteatoma (CHS) and non-cholesteatoma (NCHS). Materials and methods: We evaluated 77 temporal bone CT images (from November 2016 to February 2020) that were obtained pre- operatively (mean age, 37.10±17.27 years in CHS; 36.72±16.08 years in NCHS group). Histogram analyses of the resulting XML files were conducted using the R Project 3.3.2 program. ROC analysis was used to find threshold values, and the diagnostic efficiency of these values in differentiating CHS-NCHS was determined. Results: The CT images of 41 CHS (53.25%) and 36 NHCS cases (46.75%) were …


A High-Fat And High-Fructose Diet Lowers The Cecal Digesta's Weight And Short-Chain Fatty Acid Level Of A Sprague-Dawley Rat Model, Etik Sulistyowati, Dian Handayani, Setyawati Soeharto, Achmad Rudijanto Jan 2022

A High-Fat And High-Fructose Diet Lowers The Cecal Digesta's Weight And Short-Chain Fatty Acid Level Of A Sprague-Dawley Rat Model, Etik Sulistyowati, Dian Handayani, Setyawati Soeharto, Achmad Rudijanto

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: This study aimed to analyze the effect of a high-fat and high-fructose diet (HFFD) on the digesta weight and short- chain fatty acid (SCFA) levels of cecal digesta in rats. Materials and methods: This study was an experimental study with a posttest-only control group design with male Sprague-Dawley strain rats as the samples. A total of 36 rats were divided into two groups with normal diet (N) and modified HFFD. The data of energy intake, nutrients and fiber, body weight, Lee index, abdominal circumference, digesta weight, and SCFA levels of cecal digesta were collected. Results: The results showed an …


Patterns Of Postmastectomy Radiation Therapy In Clinically Node-Positive Breast Cancerpatients With Pathologically Negative Lymph Nodes After Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy, Mutlay Sayan, Irina Vergalasova, Mridula George, Maria Kowzun, Lindsay Potdevin, Shicha Kumar, Bruce Haffty, Nisha Ohri Jan 2022

Patterns Of Postmastectomy Radiation Therapy In Clinically Node-Positive Breast Cancerpatients With Pathologically Negative Lymph Nodes After Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy, Mutlay Sayan, Irina Vergalasova, Mridula George, Maria Kowzun, Lindsay Potdevin, Shicha Kumar, Bruce Haffty, Nisha Ohri

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: To analyze postmastectomy radiation therapy (PMRT) utilization and its association with overall survival (OS) in patients presenting with node-positive breast cancer who are pathologically node-negative (ypN0) after neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC). Materials and methods: Using the National Cancer Data Base (NCDB), we identified patients diagnosed between 2004 and 2013 with clinical T1-4 node-positive nonmetastatic breast cancer who received NAC and underwent mastectomy with pathologically negative lymph node sampling. Multivariable regression models identified factors associated with PMRT use. The Cox proportional hazards model was used to evaluate predictors of mortality. Results: The study included 8766 clinically node-positive patients who met the …


Paraoxonase-1 And Fetuin-A Levels In Children With Cerebral Palsy, Özlem Unay Demi̇rel, Özlem Güngör, Seyda İğnak Tarliğ, Meral Yüksel Jan 2022

Paraoxonase-1 And Fetuin-A Levels In Children With Cerebral Palsy, Özlem Unay Demi̇rel, Özlem Güngör, Seyda İğnak Tarliğ, Meral Yüksel

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


Mortality Related Factors On Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathic Patients Treated With Therapeutic Hypothermia: A 11-Year Single Center Experience, Mehmet Fati̇h Deveci̇, Hati̇ce Turgut, Meral Alagöz, Hüseyi̇n Kaya, İsmai̇l Kürşad Gökçe, Ramazan Özdemi̇r Jan 2022

Mortality Related Factors On Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathic Patients Treated With Therapeutic Hypothermia: A 11-Year Single Center Experience, Mehmet Fati̇h Deveci̇, Hati̇ce Turgut, Meral Alagöz, Hüseyi̇n Kaya, İsmai̇l Kürşad Gökçe, Ramazan Özdemi̇r

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


Medically Important Candida Spp. Identification: An Era Beyond Traditional Methods, Ebru Evren, Juli̇de Sedef Göçmen, Elvan Hortaç İştar, Şükran Yavuzdemi̇r, Fazil Alper Tekeli̇, Yasemi̇n Yavuz, Zeynep Ceren Karahan Jan 2022

Medically Important Candida Spp. Identification: An Era Beyond Traditional Methods, Ebru Evren, Juli̇de Sedef Göçmen, Elvan Hortaç İştar, Şükran Yavuzdemi̇r, Fazil Alper Tekeli̇, Yasemi̇n Yavuz, Zeynep Ceren Karahan

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


Ten-Year Outcomes Of Patients Who Developed Persistent Azoospermia Following Chemotherapy Associated With Different Oncological Diagnoses: A Retrospective Cohort Study From A Different Perspective, Ahmet Salvarci, Ali̇ Sami̇ Gürbüz, Mehmet Balasar Jan 2022

Ten-Year Outcomes Of Patients Who Developed Persistent Azoospermia Following Chemotherapy Associated With Different Oncological Diagnoses: A Retrospective Cohort Study From A Different Perspective, Ahmet Salvarci, Ali̇ Sami̇ Gürbüz, Mehmet Balasar

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


The Diagnostic Value Of Hsp90? In Monitoring Treatment Responses In Lung Cancer, Min Wang, Zifeng Jiang, Rongyu Liu Jan 2022

The Diagnostic Value Of Hsp90? In Monitoring Treatment Responses In Lung Cancer, Min Wang, Zifeng Jiang, Rongyu Liu

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.