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Determination Of The Prevalence Of Latexsensitivity By In Vivo And In Vitromethods Among Hospital Employees Andallergic Patients, Ayşe Füsun Kalpaklioğlu, Lütfü Gürbüz, Zeynep Misirligi̇l
Determination Of The Prevalence Of Latexsensitivity By In Vivo And In Vitromethods Among Hospital Employees Andallergic Patients, Ayşe Füsun Kalpaklioğlu, Lütfü Gürbüz, Zeynep Misirligi̇l
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background: Latex has been documented as causing immediate hypersensitivity reactions ranging from contact urticaria to severe anaphylaxis. The prevalence of latex allergy appears to be higher in certain risk groups due to increased exposure or to an increased intrinsic predilection for atopy. The purpose of the present study was both to assess latex sensitivity in a large group of allergic patients and in hospital emyloyees and to evaluate the relationship between latex sensitivity and skin prick test (SPT) responses to fruits as well as inhalant allergens. Methods: This study was designed prospectively in a randomized manner. SPTs were performed and …
Rehabilitation Outcome In 305 Turkish Patientswith Cerebral Palsy, Neşe Özgi̇rgi̇n, Füsun Güler-Uysal
Rehabilitation Outcome In 305 Turkish Patientswith Cerebral Palsy, Neşe Özgi̇rgi̇n, Füsun Güler-Uysal
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
The aim of this stduy was to evaluate the eitology, clinical distribution, complications, progress and hospitalization time of the cerebral palsy patients treated at Ankara Rehabilitation Center during the last 2.5 years. Clinical grouping was done according to the John F. Kennedy Institute system of clasification. Degrees of head control, sitting balance, ability to crawl, balance on hands and knees, standing balance, gait and ambulation on admission and discharge were compared. The study group consisted of 305 patients (ages 2-14, mean 5.8; 129 girls and 176 boys). Perinatal factors were the most common etiologic factors in cerebral palsy. The clinical …