Electron transfer in multicentre redox proteins: from fundamentals to extracellular electron transfer.

Multicentre redox proteins participate in diverse metabolic processes, such as redox shuttling, multielectron catalysis, or long-distance electron conduction. The detail in which these processes can be analysed depends on the capacity of experimental methods to discriminate the multiple microstates that can be populated while the protein changes from the fully reduced to the fully oxidized state. The population of each state depends on the redox potential of the individual centres and on the magnitude of the interactions between the individual redox centres with their neighbours.

Reliability and Validity of the Turkish Version of Work-Related Questionnaire for Upper Extremity Disorders (WORQ-UP).

Background: The Work-Related Questionnaire for Upper Extremity Disorders (WORQ-UP) serves as a patient-reported outcome measure to identify work-related limitations in individuals with upper extremity musculoskeletal disorders. This study aims to adapt the WORQ-UP into Turkish and subsequently evaluate its validity and reliability.

Methods: The Turkish WORQ-UP, along with the previously validated Turkish Quick DASH, were administered to 136 patients.

The effects of connective tissue massage and classical massage on pain, lumbar mobility, function, disability, and well-being in chronic low back pain: A three-arm randomized controlled trial.

Background: Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a common musculoskeletal disorder. Effect of massage in the management of CLBP has been documented, but it is not clear which massage regimen is more effective. This study was carried out to compare the effect of connective tissue massage and classical massage on pain, lumbar mobility, function, disability, and well-being among patients with CLBP.

The effects of trunk repositioning errors on trunk and extremity functions in stroke.

Aim: The aim of this study was to analyze the TRE in three directions including forward flexion, lateral flexion to the hemiparetic side, and rotation to the hemiparetic side in patients with stroke and to compare the errors with age- and sex-matched healthy subjects. In addition, it was investigated which functional outcomes were explanatory for TRE in patients with stroke.

Methods: Forty-one patients with subacute/chronic stroke (age 59 ± 14.

Energy generation from bioelectrochemical techniques: Concepts, reactor configurations and modeling approaches.

The process industries play a significant role in boosting the economy of any nation. However, poor management in several industries has been posing worrisome threats to an environment that was previously immaculate. As a result, the untreated waste and wastewater discarded by many industries contain abundant organic matter and other toxic chemicals.

Prediction of hospitalization time and independence level with functional outcomes for patients with acute stroke: a retrospective study.

Objectives: The objective of this study was to develop predictive models for estimating the length of stay (LOS) with standardized clinical outcome measures (Functional Independence Measure, Trunk Impairment Scale, Postural Assessment Scale for Stroke Patients, Fugl Meyer Assessment Scale, and Functional Ambulation Category) during acute care setting.

Methods: One hundred sixty-nine patients were included in the retrospective study. Predictors chosen for the LOS included scores of functional outcome measures at admission.

Prevalence of rectus diastasis is higher in patients with inguinal hernia.

Purpose: To determine the prevalence of rectus diastasis (RD) in patients with inguinal hernia.

Material And Methods: Multicenter, cross-sectional study. Patients with inguinal hernia were included in the study group (IH) and those with benign proctologic complaints created the control group (CG).

Immediate effects of trunk Kinesio Taping® on functional parameters in the acute stage of patients with mild stroke: A randomized controlled trial.

Background: Improving early trunk control, balance, and sitting activity following acute stroke is critical for functional prognosis.

Purpose: To compare the immediate efficacy of Kinesio Taping® (KT) application on anterior and posterior trunk muscles in terms of improving trunk control, balance, and sit-to-stand performance in the acute stage of stroke.

Methods: Sixty-nine patients with acute mild stroke were allocated to the anterior KT group (AKT) (age = 65.

Effect of Extractum cepae, heparin sodium and allantoin combination (Contractubex) on adhesion and fibrosis after neck surgery (thyroidectomy) in rats.

Objective: Reoperative thyroid surgery is technically difficult process with increased complications due to the adhesions and fibrosis caused by the previous surgery. In this experimental animal model, we planned to investigate the effect of Contracttubex, a mixture of Extractum cepae, Heparin sodium and Allantoin, on adhesion and fibrosis after neck surgery (thyroidectomy).

Methods: The current study is an experimental animal model of post-thyroidectomy adhesion.

Analysis of Trending Topics in Breast Cancer Articles From an Altmetric Perspective.

Background It is widely known that social media has an impact on politics and the economy. The Altmetric Attention Score (AAS) is a new Web-based metric that was recently developed for use in the scientific field. The objective of this study was to assess which recent studies on the topic of breast cancer received the most attention from the general public.

Development of the postural habits and awareness scale: a reliability and validity study.

The aim of this study was to develop a scale that assesses postural awareness and habits, as well as to establish the validity and reliability thereof. . The 19-item postural habits and awareness scale (PHAS) was developed.

The effect of mindfulness on medication adherence in individuals diagnosed with Schizophrenia: A cross-sectional study.

Objective: The aim of this study is to determine the effect of mindfulness on medication adherence in individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia.

Materials And Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted with 147 individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia. The data were collected using the Descriptive Characteristics Form, Morisky Medication Adherence Scale, and Mindful Attention Awareness Scale.

Internet search by the patients undergoing hernia surgery about the disease and surgeon selection.

Aim: To find out the current status of the internet use of patients who undergo surgery for repair of their hernias.

Materials And Methods: The patients who were diagnosed with abdominal wall hernia and scheduled for elective hernia repair were requested to answer a questionnaire. The questions were directed face-to-face by the surgeons themselves.

Advances in the development of electrode materials for improving the reactor kinetics in microbial fuel cells.

Microbial fuel cells (MFCs) are an emerging technology for converting organic waste into electricity, thus providing potential solution to energy crises along with eco-friendly wastewater treatment. The electrode properties and biocatalysts are the major factors affecting electricity production in MFC. The electrons generated during microbial metabolism are captured by the anode and transferred towards the cathode via an external circuit, causing the flow of electricity.

The role of complete blood count parameters in diagnosing acute appendicitis and measuring the severity of inflammation.

Background: The diagnosis and severity of acute appendicitis (AA) are still challenging despite all the improvements in diagnosis and treatment. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of complete blood count (CBC) parameters in diagnosing AA and measuring severity.

Methods: Data of 521 patients were reviewed retrospectively.

Utilization of biotechnological drugs in rare diseases requiring the use of off-label drugs in children in Turkey.

Background/aim: Pediatric patients, especially those with rare diseases, represent a population that has a high tendency towards off- label drug use (OLDU) and needs a more careful practice of pharmacotherapy than in adults. We aimed to investigate biotechnological drug use in children with rare diseases requiring OLDU.

Materials And Methods: This retrospective study examined all single-diagnosed OLDU applications (n = 5792) for 4992 children (<18- year) in Turkey.

Off-label drug use in pediatric patients: a comparative analysis with nationwide routine prescription data.

Background: Children constitute a special population for off-label drug use (OLDU), yet limited drug-focused data exist regarding pediatric OLDU in clinical practice. This study aimed to investigate pediatric OLDU practice and compare it with pediatric drug utilization patterns of routine prescribing data.

Methods: This cross-sectional study examined all approved pediatric OLDU applications, compared with electronic prescription data on national Prescription Information System of Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency in 2015.

Use of complementary and alternative medicine in patients with chronic viral hepatitis in Turkey.

Introduction: The global use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is growing. The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of CAM use in patients in Turkey with CVH, the types of therapy, and patients' sociodemographic characteristics.

Methods: The study was designed as a questionnaire-based, cross-sectional analysis.

Solventogenesis in Clostridium aceticum producing high concentrations of ethanol from syngas.

The ethanol production capability of Clostridium aceticum was investigated and optimized, in order to evaluate the ability of that organism to produce high concentrations of fuel-ethanol. The results showed that C. aceticum can produce significant amounts of ethanol when a natural pH drop occurs in the fermentation broth as a consequence of acetic acid production in a first stage.

Spontaneous perforation of pyometra: A rare cause of acute abdomen and sepsis.

Pyometra, the accumulation of purulent material in the uterine cavity, is a rare gynecological condition whose etiology is impaired drainage of the uterine cavity. It is uncommon in premenopausal age and occurs mainly in older and postmenopausal women. Clinical signs of pyometra are vaginal discharge, postmenopausal bleeding, and lower abdominal pain.

A nationwide evaluation of off-label drug utilization in Turkey.

Background/aim: Off-label drug use (OLDU) is under the control of the Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency (TMMDA) in Turkey. It was aimed to investigate demographic and medical features of patients with OLDU applications in Turkey. Materials and methods: A total of 4426 electronic OLDU application records of the TMMDA were evaluated retrospectively.

Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation in a Child with Joubert Syndrome.

Objective: Joubert syndrome (JS) is a rare autosomal recessive genetic disorder characterized by brain malformation, hypotonia, breathing abnormalities, ataxia, oculomotor apraxia, and developmental delay. The purpose of this study was to report the efficiency of the physiotherapy and rehabilitation program in a child with JS.

Materials And Methods: Our case is a 19-month-old female child with mild clinical signs of JS.

Cost Evaluation of Inhaler Therapies Used in Respiratory Diseases: 1998--2015 Period in Turkey.

Background: With the rise in life expectancy, the burden of chronic diseases, including obstructive pulmonary diseases, has increased throughout the world.

Objectives: To evaluate the sales trends of inhaler pharmaceuticals.

Methods: The changes in box sales and sales amounts (in Turkish lira) of inhaler pharmaceuticals during the period 1998 to 2015 were examined and sales were projected for the next 3 years.

A Comparison of Back Pain Functional Scale With Roland Morris Disability Questionnaire, Oswestry Disability Index, and Short Form 36-Health Survey.

Study Design: A comparison study of Back Pain Functional Scale (BPFS) with Roland Morris Questionnaire (RMQ), Oswestry Disability Index (ODI), and Short Form 36-Health Survey (SF-36).

Objective: The aim of this study is to investigate the correlation of BPFS with RMQ, ODI, and SF-36.

Summary Of Background Data: The primary goal in the treatment of patients with low back pain is to improve the patients' levels of activities and participation.