Publications by authors named "B S Karagun"

The global prevalence of overweight and obesity is on the rise, presenting significant health challenges worldwide. Obesity is associated with various chronic diseases and imposes substantial economic burdens on society. Accurate assessment of basal metabolic rate (BMR) is crucial for effective weight management strategies.

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In children with high-risk childhood acute leukemia who undergo allogeneic hematopoietic stem-cell transplantation (allo-HSCT), relapse is still the leading cause of treatment failure. The prognosis is poor, yet prospective studies have only limited data on risk factors and outcomes. We aimed to understand the outcomes and prognostic factors for patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) who relapsed following allo-HSCT.

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Article Synopsis
  • - The study investigates the effectiveness of different mouthwash treatments for oral mucositis, a common side effect in pediatric patients after stem cell transplants, comparing a mixture containing lidocaine with other solutions like hyaluronic acid and sodium bicarbonate.
  • - A total of 171 pediatric patients were divided into three treatment groups, and their healing progress and weight changes were monitored against mucositis scale scores at different intervals post-transplant.
  • - Results showed that hyaluronic acid led to significantly lower mucositis scores than the other treatments, indicating it may be the best option for managing oral mucositis in these patients.
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Background: The prevalence of anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS) use is on the rise among athletes and bodybuilders worldwide. In addition to the well-documented adverse effects on hepatic, renal, and reproductive functions, there is an increasing recognition of psychiatric complications associated with AAS use. This study aimed to investigate psychiatric morbidity among male bodybuilders who are AAS users.

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