Objective: The aim of this study is to evaluate current urologic practice regarding the management of priapism in Turkey and compare with international guidelines.
Methods: Urologists and urology residents were invited to an online survey consisting of 30 multiple-choice questions on priapism-related clinical practices that were consid- ered most important and relevant to practices by using Google Forms.
Results: Total number of responses was 340.
Recently, we demonstrated that Pt catalyst complexes dissolved in the ionic liquid (IL) [C C Im][PF ] can be deliberately enriched at the IL surface by introducing perfluorinated substituents, which act like buoys dragging the metal complex towards the surface. Herein, we extend our previous angle-resolved X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (ARXPS) studies at complex concentrations between 30 and 5 % down to 1 % and present complementary surface tension pendant drop (PD) measurements under ultraclean vacuum conditions. This combination allows for connecting the microscopic information on the IL/gas interface derived from ARXPS with the macroscopic property surface tension.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Percutaneous cholecystostomy (PC) is a minimally invasive temporary treatment for patients with acute cholecys-titis (AC) who are at high risk for surgery. The aim of this study was to compare the characteristics of patients with AC treated with PC before and during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID 19) pandemic.
Methods: The data of patients who underwent PC with the diagnosis of AC between 2019 and 2021 were analyzed by scanning the hospital registry system.
The prevalence of penile calcification in the population remains uncertain. This retrospective multicenter study aimed to determine the prevalence and characteristics of penile calcification in a large cohort of male patients undergoing non-contrast pelvic tomography. A total of 14 545 scans obtained from 19 participating centers between 2016 and 2022 were retrospectively analyzed within a 3-months period.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIn the context of ionic liquid (IL)-assisted catalysis, we have investigated the adsorption and thermal evolution of the IL 1,3-dimethylimidazolium bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide ([CCIm][TfN]) on Pt(111) between 100 and 800 K by angle-resolved X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and scanning tunneling microscopy. Defined amounts of IL in the coverage range of a complete first wetting layer were deposited at low temperature (100-200 K), and subsequently heated to 300 K, or directly at 300 K. At 100 K, the IL adsorbs as an intact disordered layer.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjectives: Vesicoureteral reflux after kidney transplant is mostly asymptomatic, but recurrent urinary tract infections can cause graft rejection. Although the gold standard treatment is open surgical repair, we believe that endoscopic treatment can be further improved. Here, we investigated the long-term outcomes of 4-point endoscopic injection of polyacrylate/polyalcohol copolymer in patients with vesicoureteral reflux after kidney transplant.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAlzheimer's disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by behavioral and psychological symptoms in addition to cognitive impairment and loss of memory. The exact pathogenesis and genetic background of AD are unclear and there remains no effective treatment option. Sarcosine, an n-methyl derivative of glycine, showed a promising therapeutic strategy for some cognitive disorders.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: This study aimed to identify and describe the outcomes of different endoscopic treatments and the predictive factors affecting success in the treatment of symptomatic vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) after kidney transplantation.
Methods: Patients who had undergone endoscopic injection treatment for symptomatic VUR detected by VCUG with at least 1-year follow-up were included in the study. Patients with dysfunctional and/or obstructive voiding patterns were excluded from the study.
J Phys Chem C Nanomater Interfaces
September 2021
We deposited defined amounts of [CCIm][TfN] on Au(111) at different temperatures and investigated the morphology and wetting behavior of the deposited films by atomic force microscopy. For multilayer coverages, we observe a drastically different growth behavior when comparing deposition at room temperature (RT) and deposition below 170 K followed by slow annealing to RT. Upon deposition at RT, we find the formation of 2-30 nm high and 50-500 nm wide metastable 3D droplets on top of a checkerboard-type wetting layer.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAim Of The Study: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a degenerative disease characterized by autoimmune demyelination in the central nervous system. Yet, underlined genetics or environmental markers are still controversial. The impact of vitamin D and cholesterol on disease activity has been phrased by many studies; however, the data available for the Turkish population are very limited.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the tolerability of postoperative early intravesical chemotherapy session after transurethral resection of the bladder tumor (TUR-B) according to the different anesthesia types.
Methods: The study was conducted between February 2017 and June 2020. Patients who were given intravesical mitomycin (MMC) 40 mg after TUR-B were included.
Introduction: This study aims to investigate the effects of shock wave lithotripsy (SWL) treatment for proximal ureteral stones on the sexual functions of patients of both genders.
Methods: In this prospective study, 30 female and 72 male patients who had received SWL treatment for proximal ureteral stones in our clinic between August 2019 and October 2020 were evaluated. CT, creatinine, urinary analysis, and culture were performed during the initial consultation for all patients.
Aim Of The Study: Interferon-beta (IFN-β), multiple sclerosis (MS) drug for years, does not have therapeutic effects on each patient. Yet, a considerable portion has experienced no therapeutic response to IFN-β. Therefore, it is necessary to determine disease-specific biomarkers that affect drug response.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFUnderstanding the growth of ultrathin films of ionic liquids (ILs) on metal surfaces is of highest relevance for a variety of applications. We present a detailed study of the growth of the wetting layer and successive multilayers of 1,3-dimethylimidazolium bis[(trifluoromethyl)sulfonyl]imide ([CCIm][TfN]) on Au(111). By atomic force microscopy (AFM) in ultrahigh vacuum, we follow the temperature-dependent behavior between 110 and 300 K at defined coverages.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe aim of our study was to compare melatonin levels of patients with lifelong premature ejaculation (LPE) (n:60) with healthy controls (n:30) and to investigate the changes of melatonin levels in the treatment with dapoxetine and sertraline. Age, body mass index, duration of marriage, weekly intercourse number, International Index of Erectile Function scores, Intravaginal Ejaculation Latency Time (IELT) and melatonin levels were recorded. LPE patients were divided into two treatment groups.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: Although it is well known that obesity increases the risk of atherosclerosis in carotid arteries, it is not clear whether this risk changes after obesity surgery. The aim of this study was to investigate whether weight reduction with a laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) has any effect on distensibility and elasticity which show subclinical atherosclerosis in the carotid arteries of obese individuals.
Materials And Methods: This prospective study included 130 patients (body mass index (BMI) 48.
Ionic liquids (ILs) are used as ultrathin films in many applications. We studied the nanoscale arrangement within the first layer of 1,3-dimethylimidazolium bis[(trifluoromethyl)sulfonyl]imide ([CCIm] [TfN]) on Au(111) between 400 and 110 K in ultrahigh vacuum by scanning tunneling and noncontact atomic force microscopy with molecular resolution. Compared to earlier studies on similar ILs, a different behavior is observed, which we attribute to the small size and symmetrical shape of the cation: (a) In both AFM and STM only the anions are imaged; (b) only long-range-ordered but no amorphous phases are observed; (c) the hexagonal room-temperature phase melts 30-50 K above the IL's bulk melting point; (d) at 110 K, striped and hexagonal superstructures with two and three ion pairs per unit cell, respectively, are found.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: One of the most important techniques of cardiac magnetic resonance in assessment of coronary heart diseases is adenosine stress myocardial first-pass perfusion imaging. Using this imaging method, there should be an adequate response to the drug adenosine to make an accurate evaluation. The conventional signs of drug response are not always observed and are often subjective.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Medical expulsive therapy (MET) is recommended for ureteral stones when there is no indication for interventional treatment. Spontaneous passage (SP) may not always be perceived in patients undergoing MET. We aimed to demonstrate the effects of inflammatory factors on spontaneous ureteral stone passage in patients undergoing MET.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) often results in postoperative pain, especially in the abdomen. Intraperitoneal local anesthesia (IPLA) reduces pain after LC.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: A number of factors that can impact the outcomes of percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) procedures have previously been investigated. Complex stones that extend to the anterior calyx could affect the success and complication rates of PCNL.
Objective: We analyzed the effect of anterior calyx involvement on the outcomes of patients with complex stones treated with PCNL.
Cell Mol Biol (Noisy-le-grand)
January 2019
Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is a highly prevalent disorder which results in markedly reduced (hypopnea) or absent (apnea) airflow at the nose/mouth. Since vitamin D deficiency has found in an association with some disorders it is thought to be related with OSAS progression. The aim of this study is to investigate the association between VDR, VDBP mutations, vitamin D level and some environmental risk factors with OSAS.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) and lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Methods: This multicenter study was performed on 122 male patients with dyspnea and/or sleep disorder. Patient characteristics were recorded.