Molecular genotyping of Echinococcus granulosus sensu stricto from human Echinococcal cysts in Hatay, Türkiye.

Cystic echinococcosis (CE) is one of the zoonotic infections in human, an important global health problem. It was aimed to determine the molecular characterization and phylogenetic analysis of isolates obtained from patients diagnosed with CE in Hatay province, according to the cox1 gene region. A total of 31 patients, 14 males and 17 females, with a mean age of 35.

Biochemical Analysis of Germinal Membrane and Cyst Fluid by Raman Spectroscopy in Echinococcosis.

Objective: Hydatidosis is a zoonotic parasitic infection caused by the larval stage of . The aim of this study was to investigate the biochemical structures of germinal membrane and cyst fluids obtained from patients with liver involvement during surgery, by Raman spectroscopy at the molecular level.

Methods: Molecular characterization of germinal membrane and cyst fluid according to mitochondrial gene region was determined and phylogenetic analysis was performed.

Effects of surgical and percutaneous tracheotomy on thyroid hormones.

Aim: To evaluate the effects of surgical and percutaneous tracheotomy on thyroid hormones.

Material And Method: Sixty patients with respiratory problems who underwent surgical tracheotomy and percutaneous tracheotomy between December 2012 and December 2016 were divided into 2 groups. FT3, FT4, thyroglobulin and TSH levels of the groups were statistically evaluated preoperatively and postoperatively.

Effects of temporary abdominal closure methods on mortality and morbidity in patients with open abdomen.

Background: Open abdomen (OA) in which the abdomen is closed with temporary abdominal closure methods is the most effective in patients who develop severe abdominal sepsis or abdominal compartment syndrome. Major techniques used are Vacuum-Assisted Closure Method (VACM) and non-vacuum assisted closure method (NVACM). In the present study, the effects of different abdominal closure methods on morbidity and mortality were evaluated.

Treatment of colorectal injuries in the civil war and the factors affecting mortality.

Aim: Colorectal injuries are one of the most common causes of mortality in war. Mainstay treatment of these injuries include primary repair or stoma creation.

Methods: Clinical data of the patients were evaluated retrospectively.

Where should the damage control surgery be performed, at the nearest health center or at a fully equipped hospital?

Background: Transport of casualties from a combat area to a fully equipped hospital where all techniques of damage control surgery (DCS) can be performed requires a great deal of time. Therefore, prior to transport, prompt control of hemorrhage and contamination should be achieved, and resuscitative procedures should be performed at the nearest health center. The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of the location at which DCS was performed on rates of mortality.

The Analysis of Mean Platelet Volume and Platelet Distribution Width Levels in Appendicitis.

We aimed to analyze the diagnostic value of mean platelet volume and platelet distribution width, which are also known as the markers of platelet count, in acute and perforated appendicitis. The data of 202 patients who applied to general surgery clinic in Mustafa Kemal University Hospital from 2007 to 2012 with acute appendicitis were analyzed retrospectively. The findings were separated to two groups due to the perforation status (perforated vs.

Comparison of surgical procedures and percutaneous drainage in the treatment of liver hydatide cysts: a retrospective study in an endemic area.

Introduction: Surgical procedures are still the golden standard option in the treatment of liver cystic echinococcosis. However, minimal invasive technics like percutaneous drainage are rising trends. We aimed to compare the efficacy of surgical and percutaneous options in the treatment of liver hydatidosis in an endemic area.

Cholethorax (bilious effusion in the thorax): an unusual complication of laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

Cholethorax or bilious effusion in the thorax, is a rare condition in which bile passes into the pleural space from the abdominal cavity, necessitating urgent treatment. In this article, we present a case of cholethorax as a complication of laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC). The patient underwent a LC due to the presence of a gallbladder polyp.

Gossypiboma causing mechanical intestinal obstruction: a case report.

Introduction. Gossypiboma (GP) is a term used to express the mass resulting from forgotten cotton sponge in operations. Rarely, a transmural migration may occur into the gastrointestinal lumen without creating any defect by GP.

Effects of β-glucan pretreatment on acetylsalicylic acid-induced gastric damage: An experimental study in rats.

Background: NSAIDs have been found to induce gastrointestinal tract damage. Recently, it has been suggested that this might be mediated by lipid peroxidation.

Objective: The aim of this study was to assess the potential protective effects of β-glucan against acetylsalicylic acid (ASA-induced gastric damage by means of its antioxidant capacity in an experimental rat model.

Delayed diagnosis of traumatic diaphragmatic hernia may cause colonic perforation: a case report.

Early diagnosis of diaphragmatic rupture after traumas may be difficult, and delayed diagnosis may result in increased morbidity and mortality. This paper describes the case of a 32-year-old man who experienced a traffic accident and had diagnosis of traumatic diaphragmatic hernia nearly four months later. The patient was referred to our emergency room suffering from ileus symptoms.

Rare cause of intestinal obstruction, Ascaris lumbricoides infestation: two case reports.

Ascaris lumbricoides is common resident of intestine especially low socioeconomic areas in the world. Complication of Ascaris lumbricoides has been reported include obstruction of the small intestine, intestinal volvulus and intussusception. We report two children with severe sequelae of intestinal obstruction.

Unusual cause of gastric outlet obstruction: giant gastric trichobezoar: a case report.

Background: Trichobezoars are caused by hair ingestion. The usual presentation of a trichobezoar is with early satiety and malnutrition. Obstructive symptoms and manifestations of gastric outlet obstruction may occur.

Risk factors for and effect of a one-year surveillance program on surgical site infection at a university hospital in Turkey.

Background: Surveillance of surgical site infection (SSI) is one of the most effective methods for decreasing the incidence. We determined the risk factors for SSI and the effect of a one-year surveillance program on the rate at a tertiary-care center.

Methods: The annual SSI rate before the study period was determined in a preliminary study.

Videolaparoscopic treatment of hepatic hydatid cyst.

Background/aims: Unroofing, cystopericystectomy, or cystic evaluation and omentoplasty have been used in videolaparoscopic treatment in hepatic hydatidosis since 1992. Currently it is shown that videolaparoscopic treatment has been carried out successfully in selected cases.

Methodology: Fifteen hepatic hydatid cysts in 12 cases were treated by videolaparoscopic methods.

Results of alcohol and albendazole injections in hepatic hydatidosis: experimental study.

Background: Percutaneous drainage with alcohol injection for hydatid cysts has been commonly used in the last two decades. Albendazole is the drug of choice in the medical treatment of hydatidosis, and has also been used as an intraoperative scolicidal solution. The side-effects of its local application are not well known and have not been investigated.

Intrabiliary rupture: an algorithm in the treatment of controversial complication of hepatic hydatidosis.

Aim: Intrabiliary rupture (IBR) is a common and serious complication of hepatic hydatid cyst. The incidence varies from 1% to 25%. The treatment of IBR is still controversial.

Gastrointestinal bezoars: a retrospective analysis of 34 cases.

Aim: Bezoars (BZ) are the most common foreign bodies of gastrointestinal tract. Clinical manifestations vary depending on the location of BZ from no symptoms to acute abdominal syndrome. When located in small bowel, they frequently cause small bowel obstruction (SBO).

Dual treatment of albendazole in hepatic hydatidosis: New therapeutic modality in 52 cases.

Background: Hepatic hydatidosis still remains as a serious problem in general surgery. Recurrence and/or secondary hydatidosis rates are up to 25% in the cases treated with surgery alone. Albendazole is the most commonly used drug in the medical treatment of echinococcosis.