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2004 Jeffress Research Grant Awards
2004 Jeffress Research Grant Awards
Virginia Journal of Science
List of winners of the 2004 Jeffress Research Grant Awards.
Seroprevalence Of Cytomegalovirus Antibodies In Haemodialysis Patients, Sebahatti̇n Ocak, Ni̇zami̇ Duran, Ali̇ Fuat Eski̇ocak
Seroprevalence Of Cytomegalovirus Antibodies In Haemodialysis Patients, Sebahatti̇n Ocak, Ni̇zami̇ Duran, Ali̇ Fuat Eski̇ocak
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background: Although symptoms of infection caused by cytomegalovirus (CMV) in healthy adults are generally mild, the virus is known to produce severe symptoms most often in immunocompromised patients. Patients with chronic renal failure are prone to CMV infection. CMV, as a nosocomial infection in immunocompromised patients, is a problem for clinicians. Aim: We aimed to investigate the seroprevalence of CMV infection among the haemodialysis (HD) patients in our region. Patients and Methods: Serum samples were taken from 255 patients who received treatment in 3 different HD clinics and a control group of 70 healthy persons. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was …
Measurement Of Cerebral And Cerebellar Volumes In Children With Fragile X Syndrome, Ni̇met Kabakuş, Mustafa Aydin, Ahmet Kavakli, Hanefi̇ Yildirim, Haluk Akin
Measurement Of Cerebral And Cerebellar Volumes In Children With Fragile X Syndrome, Ni̇met Kabakuş, Mustafa Aydin, Ahmet Kavakli, Hanefi̇ Yildirim, Haluk Akin
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background and Aim: Fragile X syndrome (FXS) is a genetic disease associated with mental retardation, speech and memory deficits, developmental/learning disabilities, and, frequently, also with neuropsychological findings. It is known that all these abnormal brain functions could be associated with morphological anomalies of various brain regions. We investigated possible brain volume variations in children with FXS who had significant neurobehavioral symptoms and cognitive deficits. Patients and Methods: This study was performed with 8 male FXS patients who were diagnosed cytogenetically. The Leiter International Performance Scales-Revised, the Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale, the Vineland Social Maturity Scale, and DSM IV criteria were used …
Changes - New Horizons, M. Mahir Ozmen
Changes - New Horizons, M. Mahir Ozmen
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
No abstract provided.
Comparison Of The Diagnostic Value Of The Standard Tube Agglutination Test And The Elisa Igg And Igm In Patients With Brucellosis, Mustafa Ertek, Hali̇l Yazgi, Zülal Özkurt, Ahmet Ayyildiz, Mehmet Parlak
Comparison Of The Diagnostic Value Of The Standard Tube Agglutination Test And The Elisa Igg And Igm In Patients With Brucellosis, Mustafa Ertek, Hali̇l Yazgi, Zülal Özkurt, Ahmet Ayyildiz, Mehmet Parlak
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background and Aims: Brucellosis is endemic in Turkey. Since it affects many organs and the symptoms are non-specific, the diagnosis by clinical findings is difficult and may be easily missed. Many serological tests have been used for the diagnosis of human brucellosis. This study compared the diagnostic value of the Brucella standard tube agglutination test (SAT) with that of ELISA (Brucella specific IgG and IgM) tests in patients with Brucella bacteremia. Patients and Methods: Thirty-two patients with brucellosis who had positive blood and/or bone-marrow cultures for Brucella species, and 20 healthy individuals as controls were included in the study. Results: …
Effects Of Aerobic Exercise Training On The Heart Rate-Work Rate Relationship And Estimation Of Anaerobic Threshold In Obese Females, Oğuz Özçeli̇k, Haluk Keleşti̇mur
Effects Of Aerobic Exercise Training On The Heart Rate-Work Rate Relationship And Estimation Of Anaerobic Threshold In Obese Females, Oğuz Özçeli̇k, Haluk Keleşti̇mur
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Aim: The purpose of this study was to assess the effects of aerobic training on the relationship between the heart rate deflection point and anaerobic threshold (AT). Patients and Methods: Seventeen untrained, obese subjects (body mass index: 39.5 ± 1.2 kg/m^2) completed 2 incremental ramp exercise tests (15 W/min) up to the point of exhaustion using an electromagnetically-braked cycle ergometer; once at the onset and once at the end of a 4-week period. All subjects participated in a regular anaerobic exercise training programme (45 min, 3 times per-week, for 4 weeks) combined with a hypocaloric diet. Heart rate was recorded …
Investigation Of Four Different Normality Tests In Terms Of Type 1 Error Rate And Power Under Different Distributions, Derya Öztuna, Ati̇lla Hali̇l Elhan, Ersöz Tüccar
Investigation Of Four Different Normality Tests In Terms Of Type 1 Error Rate And Power Under Different Distributions, Derya Öztuna, Ati̇lla Hali̇l Elhan, Ersöz Tüccar
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background: An important aspect of the "description" of a variable is the shape of its distribution, which tells you the frequency of values from different ranges of the variable. Typically, as most of the statistical tests are based on the normality assumption, a researcher is interested in how well the distribution can be approximated by the normal distribution. Unless there are extreme violations of the normality assumptions, approved statistical tests usually provide accurate results. Although simple descriptive statistics can provide some information relevant to this issue, more precise information can be obtained by performing one of the tests of normality …
Effects Of Direct Tabletting Agents On Drug Release Kinetics And Swelling Behavior Of Hydrophilic Matrix Tablets, Evren Alğin, Müge Kiliçarslan, Ayşegül Karataş, Ni̇lüfer Yüksel, Tamer Baykara
Effects Of Direct Tabletting Agents On Drug Release Kinetics And Swelling Behavior Of Hydrophilic Matrix Tablets, Evren Alğin, Müge Kiliçarslan, Ayşegül Karataş, Ni̇lüfer Yüksel, Tamer Baykara
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Aims: This work focused on the effects of direct tabletting agents (DC-agents) (Microcel PH101^®, Cellactose 80^®, Ludipress LCE^®, Pharmatose DCL11^®) and hydroxypropyl-methylcellulose (HPMC) types (Methocel^® K100LV, K15M, K100M) on release of Verapamil HCl from hydrophilic matrix tablets and swelling behaviors of these tablets. Material and Methods: Tablets were prepared by direct compression method. In vitro dissolution and swelling degree tests were performed on the tablets. The release mechanisms of drug were evaluated by using Korsmeyer-Peppas model. Results: While the increase in cellulose content of DC-agents contributed to the swelling of matrices and decreased the release rate of drug from the …
Guillain-Barré Syndrome Due To Hepatitis A, Selçuk Çomoğlu, Mustafa Cesur
Guillain-Barré Syndrome Due To Hepatitis A, Selçuk Çomoğlu, Mustafa Cesur
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is reported frequently following hepatotrophic viruses, but its occurrence due to the hepatitis A virus has been rarely reported to date. We present a case of serologically positive acute hepatitis A infection associated with GBS. There was an increased protein level in the cerebrospinal fluid and prolonged nerve conduction, with minimal axonal damage findings in electromyography.
Treatment Of Habitual Lip Biting: A Case Report, Şeni̇z Karaçay, Günseli̇ Güven, Deni̇z Sağdiç, Feri̇dun Başak
Treatment Of Habitual Lip Biting: A Case Report, Şeni̇z Karaçay, Günseli̇ Güven, Deni̇z Sağdiç, Feri̇dun Başak
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
No abstract provided.
Treatment Of Periapical Dental Implant Pathology With Guided Bone Regeneration, Tolga Fi̇kret Tözüm, Cenk Erdal, Işil Saygun
Treatment Of Periapical Dental Implant Pathology With Guided Bone Regeneration, Tolga Fi̇kret Tözüm, Cenk Erdal, Işil Saygun
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Peri-implantitis is the inflammatory process that takes place around alveolar bone surrounding the dental implant. Unless treated, it may result with the loss of the implant. Another cause of the loss of implant is the periapical implant pathology (PIP). Resective surgical procedures are used in the treatment of PIP, however; this case report will provide information about regenarative applications performed on a dental implant. After the referral of the patient, the surgical debridement followed by bone graft and a resorbable membrane application were performed to complete the surgery. Six months follow-up of the patient who received regenerative treatment, resulted with …
A Non-Erythematous And Depressed Panniculitic Lesion In The Gluteal Region: Lupus Profundus Or Subcutaneous Dermatofibroma?, Mustafa Turhan Şahi̇n, Ayli̇n Türel Ermertcan, Serap Öztürkcan, Peyker Demi̇reli̇
A Non-Erythematous And Depressed Panniculitic Lesion In The Gluteal Region: Lupus Profundus Or Subcutaneous Dermatofibroma?, Mustafa Turhan Şahi̇n, Ayli̇n Türel Ermertcan, Serap Öztürkcan, Peyker Demi̇reli̇
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Turhan ŞAHİN^1 Aylin TÜREL ERMERTCAN^1 Serap ÖZTÜRKCAN^1 Peyker DEMİRELİ^2 ^1Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Celal Bayar University, Manisa - TURKEY ^2Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Celal Bayar University, Manisa - TURKEY
The Status Of Oxidants And Antioxidants In The Neutrophils Of Patients With Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis, Hi̇lmi̇ Cevdet Altinyazar, Ahmet Gürel, Rafet Koca, Ferah Armutçu, Murat Ünalacak
The Status Of Oxidants And Antioxidants In The Neutrophils Of Patients With Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis, Hi̇lmi̇ Cevdet Altinyazar, Ahmet Gürel, Rafet Koca, Ferah Armutçu, Murat Ünalacak
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) is an inflammatory condition of unknown etiology. The exact role of the leukocytes in the pathogenesis of RAS is not known. The aim of this study was to evaluate the status of the oxidative system in neutophils of RAS patients. A total of 26 patients and 22 sex and age matched healthy control subjects were analyzed by measuring intracellular oxidant/antioxidant enzymes and related parameters; myeloperoxidase (MPO), xanthine oxidase (XO), catalase (CAT), superoxide dismutase (SOD), adenosine deaminase (AD), malondialdehyde (MDA) and nitric oxide (NO). Statistically significant increases in the activities of SOD, CAT and levels of MDA, …
Remifentanil Infusion And Paracervical Block Combination Versus Remifentanil Infusion Alone During In Vitro Fertilisation (Ivf), Ertan Öztürk, Berri̇n Günaydin, Onur Karabacak, Bi̇lge Tuncer, Mehmet Erdem, Ahmet Erdem, Bülent Tiraş, Kadi̇r Kaya
Remifentanil Infusion And Paracervical Block Combination Versus Remifentanil Infusion Alone During In Vitro Fertilisation (Ivf), Ertan Öztürk, Berri̇n Günaydin, Onur Karabacak, Bi̇lge Tuncer, Mehmet Erdem, Ahmet Erdem, Bülent Tiraş, Kadi̇r Kaya
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
The aim of this study is to compare two accepted techniques; intravenous (IV) remifentanil infusion versus its combination with paracervical block (PCB) in patients undergoing transvaginal ultrasound guided oocyte retrieval (TUGOR). One hundred unpremedicated patients were divided into two groups to receive either IV remifentanil (Group R) or IV remifentanil plus PCB (Group R+PCB). After monitoring cardiopulmonary parameters, remifentanil infusion of 0.25 µg kg^{-1} min-1 was started in both in groups. Additionally, when the patient felt dizzy, PCB with 10 ml 1% lidocaine was performed only in Group R+PCB followed by remifentanil infusion reduction to 0.15 µg kg^{-1} min-1. Hemodynamic …
Cytological And Clinical Features Of Hürthle Cell Neoplasia; Review Of The Literature Due To Three Cases, Nurper Onuk Fi̇li̇z, Reşi̇t Doğan Köseoğlu, İbrahi̇m Aladağ, Ahmet Eyi̇bi̇len, Mehmet Güven
Cytological And Clinical Features Of Hürthle Cell Neoplasia; Review Of The Literature Due To Three Cases, Nurper Onuk Fi̇li̇z, Reşi̇t Doğan Köseoğlu, İbrahi̇m Aladağ, Ahmet Eyi̇bi̇len, Mehmet Güven
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
NUK FİLİZ^1, Reşit Doğan KÖSEOĞLU^1, İbrahim ALADAĞ^2, Ahmet EYİBİLEN^2, Mehmet GÜVEN^2 ^1Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Gaziosmanpaşa University, Tokat - Turkey ^2 Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine, Gaziosmanpaşa University, Tokat - Turkey
Determination Of Nuclear Matrix Protein 22 Levels In Cystitis, Urothelial Dysplasia And Urothelial Carcinoma, Ahmet Gödekmerdan, Seyfetti̇n Yahşi̇, Ati̇lla Semerci̇öz, Fulya İlhan, Nusret Akpolat, Hayreddi̇n Yekeler
Determination Of Nuclear Matrix Protein 22 Levels In Cystitis, Urothelial Dysplasia And Urothelial Carcinoma, Ahmet Gödekmerdan, Seyfetti̇n Yahşi̇, Ati̇lla Semerci̇öz, Fulya İlhan, Nusret Akpolat, Hayreddi̇n Yekeler
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Urothelial carcinomas (UC) are the most common cancer type of the urinary system. The early diagnosis and treatment of UC are very important.The aim of this study was to evaluate the importance of the nuclear matrix protein 22 (NMP22) in early diagnosis of UC and to present its variation in cystitis and urothelial dysplasia (UD). Twenty patients with UC, 20 patients with UD and 20 patients with cystitis diagnosed by urinary cytological examination were enrolled in this study. In addition, 20 healthy people constituted the control group. Urine samples were collected from all patients and control subjects for NMP22 measurement …
The Morphometric Measurements Of Humerus Segments, Ş. Deni̇z Akman, Pinar Karakaş, Memduha Gülhal Bozkir
The Morphometric Measurements Of Humerus Segments, Ş. Deni̇z Akman, Pinar Karakaş, Memduha Gülhal Bozkir
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
The aim of the present study was to determine the lengths of humerus segments in the Turkish population and compare these with the data from other countries' population for use in forensic and archeological cases. For this purpose one hundred and twenty (56 left side and 64 right side) male adult dry Caucasians' humerus bones were taken to measure the morphometric properties of humerus segments. Six segments on the articular surface of the humerus (Maximum height of the humerus (MHH), and the distances between the articular segment of the humeral head and the greater tuberosity (H1), caput humeri and collum …
Reversal Of Endotoxin-Induced Hypotension By Inhibition Of Inducible Nitric Oxide Synthase Activity Is Associated With Improved Oxidative Status In Rat Heart, Aorta And Mesenteric Artery, Bahar Tunçtan, Belma Korkmaz, Hati̇ce Yildirim, Lülüfer Tamer, Uğur Ati̇k, C. Kemal Buharalioğlu
Reversal Of Endotoxin-Induced Hypotension By Inhibition Of Inducible Nitric Oxide Synthase Activity Is Associated With Improved Oxidative Status In Rat Heart, Aorta And Mesenteric Artery, Bahar Tunçtan, Belma Korkmaz, Hati̇ce Yildirim, Lülüfer Tamer, Uğur Ati̇k, C. Kemal Buharalioğlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Overproduction of reactive oxygen and nitrogen species leads to oxidative stress and decreased total antioxidant capacity, which is responsible for high mortality from several diseases such as endotoxic shock. Nitric oxide (NO) produced by inducible NO synthase (iNOS) during endotoxemia is the major cause of vascular hyporeactivity, hypotension and multiple organ failure. We investigated whether NO-mediated oxidative stress in rat heart, aorta and mesenteric artery is involved in the attenuation of endotoxin-induced hypotension by inhibition of iNOS. In conscious male Wistar rats, injection of endotoxin (10 mg/kg, i.p.) caused a gradual fall in mean arterial pressure (MAP) for 4 hours …
A Comparative Microleakage Study Of Retrograd Filling Materials, Selçuk Erkut, R. Cem Tanyel, Nurullah Kekli̇koğlu, Sami̇ Yildirim, Ahmet Bülent Kati̇boğlu
A Comparative Microleakage Study Of Retrograd Filling Materials, Selçuk Erkut, R. Cem Tanyel, Nurullah Kekli̇koğlu, Sami̇ Yildirim, Ahmet Bülent Kati̇boğlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
The aim of the retrograde filling in apical resection operation is to obtain an effective and hermetic apical sealing. According to the development of technology many materials are now used in apical resection operations for retrograde fillings. An in vitro dye leakage study was performed to test the sealing ability of IRM, MTA, amalgam and zinc-phospate cement materials. Forty single rooted extracted human teeth were used in this study. After cleaning and shaping, all the roots were obturated with zinc-phospate cement and gutta-percha. Teeth were randomly divided into four groups. After root-end resections of the teeth in all groups, 3 …
In Vitro Cytotoxicity Of Glass And Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Heat-Polymerized Acrylic Resin Denture Base Material, Jüli̇de Özen, Cumhur Si̇pahi̇, Alper Çağlar, Mehmet Dalkiz
In Vitro Cytotoxicity Of Glass And Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Heat-Polymerized Acrylic Resin Denture Base Material, Jüli̇de Özen, Cumhur Si̇pahi̇, Alper Çağlar, Mehmet Dalkiz
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Acrylic resin dentures may have cytotoxic effects on oral tissues. However, there is sparse data about the cytotoxic effect of fiber-reinforced acrylic resin materials. The aim of this in vitro study was to determine the cytotoxicity of a heat-polymerized acrylic resin denture base material reinforced with glass, carbon fibers and unreinforced acrylic resin denture base material. 100 acrylic resin discs were assigned to 5 experimental groups (n=20) and 1 control group. Group NOF did not receive any fiber. Roving type glass (Vetrolex) and carbon fibers (Type Tenox J) were introduced into the acrylic resin specimens of Group RGF and Group …
The First Tularemia Case In Thrace Region Of Turkey In The Last 60 Years, Şaban Gürcan, Cem Uzun, Çi̇ğdem Karagöl, Ahmet R. Karasali̇hoğlu, Meti̇n Otkun
The First Tularemia Case In Thrace Region Of Turkey In The Last 60 Years, Şaban Gürcan, Cem Uzun, Çi̇ğdem Karagöl, Ahmet R. Karasali̇hoğlu, Meti̇n Otkun
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
RCAN^1, Cem UZUN^2, Çiğdem KARAGÖL^1, Ahmet R. KARASALİHOĞLU^2, Metin OTKUN^1 ^1Department of Microbiology and Clinical Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine, Trakya University, Edirne - Turkey ^2Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine, Trakya University, Edirne - Turkey
Two Accessory Renal Arteries With Histological Properties, Alev Kara, Zeli̇ha Kurtoğlu, İzzet Oğuz, A. Hakan Öztürk, Deni̇z Uzmansel
Two Accessory Renal Arteries With Histological Properties, Alev Kara, Zeli̇ha Kurtoğlu, İzzet Oğuz, A. Hakan Öztürk, Deni̇z Uzmansel
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
A^1, Zeliha KURTOĞLU^1, İzzet OĞUZ^2, A. Hakan ÖZTÜRK^1, Deniz UZMANSEL^1 ^1Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Mersin University, 33169 Mersin - Turkey ^2Department of Histology and Embryology, Faculty of Medicine, Mersin University, 33169 Mersin - Turkey
Arterial Hypertension Due To Primary Huge Hepatic Hydatid Cyst: A Case Report, Ramazan Albayrak, Rafet Yi̇ği̇tbaşi, Ayli̇n Yücel, Bumi̇n Deği̇rmenci̇, Murat Acar, Alpay Haktanir
Arterial Hypertension Due To Primary Huge Hepatic Hydatid Cyst: A Case Report, Ramazan Albayrak, Rafet Yi̇ği̇tbaşi, Ayli̇n Yücel, Bumi̇n Deği̇rmenci̇, Murat Acar, Alpay Haktanir
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
ALBAYRAK^1, Rafet YİĞİTBAŞ^2, Aylin YÜCEL^1, Bumin DEĞİRMENCİ^1, Murat ACAR^1, Alpay HAKTANIR^1 ^1 Department of Radiology, Kocatepe University, Faculty of Medicine, Afyon- Turkey ^2 Department of Radiology, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University, İstanbul - Turkey
Effects Of Excess Vitamin B_6 Intake On Serum Lipid Profile And Cerebral Cortex In Rats, Göksemi̇n Acar, Leyla Sati, Yasemi̇n Seval, Aysel Ağar, Ramazan Demi̇r
Effects Of Excess Vitamin B_6 Intake On Serum Lipid Profile And Cerebral Cortex In Rats, Göksemi̇n Acar, Leyla Sati, Yasemi̇n Seval, Aysel Ağar, Ramazan Demi̇r
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Aim: The present study was undertaken to investigate the effects of dietary excess of vitamin B_6 on certain blood parameters [serum total cholesterol, high density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol and total lipid] and the cerebral cortex. Materials and Methods: A total of 36 albino rats were included in the study. Saline solution was administered to control groups (CG-10, n = 6 for 10 days; CG-15, n = 6 for 15 days; CG-20, n = 6 for 20 days). The experimental groups (EG-10, n = 6; EG-15, n = 6; EG-20, n = 6) received 5 mg/kg vitamin B_6 daily for 10 …
The Effect Of Zinc Deficiency On Zinc Status, Carbohydrate Metabolism And Progesterone Level In Pregnant Rats, Zine Kechrid, Sabrina Amamra, Noureddine Bouzerna
The Effect Of Zinc Deficiency On Zinc Status, Carbohydrate Metabolism And Progesterone Level In Pregnant Rats, Zine Kechrid, Sabrina Amamra, Noureddine Bouzerna
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Aim: Our aim was to investigate the effect of low dietary zinc intake in late gestation on zinc status, transaminases and alkaline phosphatase activities, carbohydrate metabolism and progesterone level in albino (Wistar) rats. Materials and Methods: Eight-week-old female pregnant and non-pregnant albino (Wistar) rats were fed with diets containing either adequate (54 mg/kg) or low zinc (1 mg/kg) quantities for 18 days. Food intakes and body weight gain were recorded regularly. On day 19, after an overnight fast, blood samples were collected and animals dissected. Femur, pancreas, placenta and fetuses were removed. Concentrations of glucose, cholesterol, and urea; transaminases and …
An Experimental Study: Does Topically Applied Sildenafil Citrate (Sildegra®) Have An Effect On The Preservation Of The Viability Of The Graft In Full-Thickness Tubed Free Skin Grafts?, Ali̇ Ayyildiz, K. Turgay Akgül, Bariş Nuhoğlu, Emre Huri̇, Muzaffer Çaydere, Hüseyi̇n Üstün, Cankon Germi̇yanoğlu
An Experimental Study: Does Topically Applied Sildenafil Citrate (Sildegra®) Have An Effect On The Preservation Of The Viability Of The Graft In Full-Thickness Tubed Free Skin Grafts?, Ali̇ Ayyildiz, K. Turgay Akgül, Bariş Nuhoğlu, Emre Huri̇, Muzaffer Çaydere, Hüseyi̇n Üstün, Cankon Germi̇yanoğlu
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Aim: In this study we investigated the effectiveness of topically applied sildenafil citrate in increasing graft viability. Methods: The study included 15 rats (5 rats each in control, sham, and study groups). Physiological saline (1 ml) was given to the sham group and sildenafil citrate solution (0.5 mg/kg/day in 1 ml saline) to the study group. One week later the grafts were evaluated by histopathological investigation. Results: The feeding tube in the control and sham groups had totally melted due to xylol. Widespread neutrophil leukocyte infiltration, a thin full-thickness free tubed graft in the periphery, widespread neutrophil and inflammation zones …
Success Of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy In Patients With Lower Caliceal Stone And Favorable Anatomy, Sedat Soyupek, Taylan Oksay, Abdullah Armağan, Alper Özorak, Ali̇m Koşar, Hakki Perk
Success Of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy In Patients With Lower Caliceal Stone And Favorable Anatomy, Sedat Soyupek, Taylan Oksay, Abdullah Armağan, Alper Özorak, Ali̇m Koşar, Hakki Perk
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Aim: We assessed the efficacy of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) monotherapy for isolated lower pole nephrolithiasis with favorable anatomy and compared treatment efficacy with regard to different stone sizes. Materials and Methods: From February 1999 to December 2002, adult patients with simple, radiopaque lower pole kidney stones were treated using a Stonelith V3 Lithotriptor (PCK, Turkey). Patients were stratified into four groups based on stone diameter. These groups included stone diameters of =70°, IL5 mm) were included in the study. Results: The overall stone-free rate was 84.5%. The stone-free rates in patient groups according to stone size were 90%, …
Digito-Palmar Complex In Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus, Vadgaonkar Rajanigandha, Pai Mangala, Prabhu Latha, Saralaya Vasudha
Digito-Palmar Complex In Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus, Vadgaonkar Rajanigandha, Pai Mangala, Prabhu Latha, Saralaya Vasudha
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background: It is only recently that the knowledge of dermatoglyphics has been applied to the field of medical and genetic diagnosis. Aim: The aim of the present study was to compare and evaluate the dermatoglyphic pattern in individuals with non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) with a normal adult population. Materials and Methods: Both quantitative as well as qualitative parameters were analyzed in 112 (63 male and 49 female) subjects and compared with the data from 142 (65 male and 77 female) healthy controls. Modified Purvis-Smith ink method was used for obtaining the prints, and statistical analyses were done using Student's …
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy In The Elderly, I. Oskay Kaya, Alper Özkardeş, Fati̇h Özdemi̇r, Gaye Şeker, Mehmet Tokaç, M. Mahi̇r Özmen
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy In The Elderly, I. Oskay Kaya, Alper Özkardeş, Fati̇h Özdemi̇r, Gaye Şeker, Mehmet Tokaç, M. Mahi̇r Özmen
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Aim: Our aim was to evaluate the rate of laparoscopic surgery in elderly patients with gallstones and to compare it with their younger counterparts. The relation between age and the rate of conversion was also evaluated. Materials and Methods: Medical records of the patients who underwent surgery for gallstones during the last six years were evaluated. Patients were divided into two groups according to their age as below and above 65 years. Age, sex, type of operation and rate of conversion were all recorded for both groups and analyzed. Results: There were 1783 patients aged under 65 years in Group …
Cardioembolic Strokes In Eastern Iran And The Importance Of Rheumatic Valvular Disease, Kavian Ghandehari, Zahra Izadi Mood
Cardioembolic Strokes In Eastern Iran And The Importance Of Rheumatic Valvular Disease, Kavian Ghandehari, Zahra Izadi Mood
Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences
Background: Rheumatic valvular disease is a common complication of rheumatic fever in children in developing countries. Later in life, rheumatic valvular disease becomes an important modifiable risk factor of stroke. The incidence of rheumatic valvular disease and its complications are unknown in Iran. Materials and Methods: This is a prospective study of 302 consecutive patients admitted to a tertiary care hospital in Iran with a diagnosis of non-hemorrhagic stroke from June 2003 to June 2005. All patients underwent diagnostic work-up to determine stroke etiology according to clinical indications. Diagnosis and classification of stroke were made according to World Health Organization …