Axillary Lymph Node Metastasis in Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma at Early Perioperative Period: Report of a Case and Review of the Literature.

A 36-year-old woman with a history of neck swelling was diagnosed with papillary thyroid carcinoma, a common but typically slow-growing thyroid cancer with a good prognosis. Despite frequent lymph node metastasis, mortality rates are low. This cancer can rarely spread to unusual areas like the axillary region.

Effect of Acanthamoeba Spp. Cell-Free Supernatants on Some Bacterial Pathogens.

The fact that free-living amoebae of the genus Acanthamoeba can live in many different environments causes these protozoa to have different interactions with other microorganisms. Investigation of Acanthamoeba-pathogenic bacteria interaction is important for the discovery of new antibacterial agents that can be used against pathogenic bacteria. In this study, it was aimed to investigate the antibacterial effect of cell-free supernatants obtained from Acanthamoeba against some pathogenic bacteria.

Acute effect of myofascial stretching exercise on spasticity, balance, ambulation status and mobility of posterior chain muscles in multiple sclerosis.

Objective: To investigate the acute effect of myofascial stretching exercises on spasticity, balance, ambulation status and mobility of posterior chain muscles in multiple sclerosis.

Method: The study was conducted as a randomised controlled experimental study. The study included a total of 80 individuals diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) with a mean age of 43.

Investigation of the structural changes in the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex using FTIR spectroscopy in sleep deprived mice.

Sleep is a basic, physiological requirement for living things to survive and is a process that covers one third of our lives. Melatonin is a hormone that plays an important role in the regulation of sleep. Sleep deprivation affect brain structures and functions.

The Burden and Quality of Life in Caregivers of Individuals With Stroke During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Turkey: A Cross-Sectional Study.

This study investigated the caregiving burden, quality of life and life satisfaction of caregivers of individuals with stroke during the pandemic period. A descriptive a study was performed with a sample of caregivers ( = 80) of inpatient individuals with stroke in Kayseri, Turkey. The Bakas Caregiving Outcomes Scale, Short Form Health Survey-36, and Temporal Satisfaction with Life Scale were used as well as some open-ended questions.

Intraoperative Parathyroid Hormone Monitoring-Guided Subtotal Parathyroidectomy is an Effective and Valid Surgical Procedure for Secondary Hyperparathyroidism.

Objectives: Secondary hyperparathyroidism (sHPT) is a prevalent complication of end stage renal disease in which serious morbid conditions and mortality can be encountered. Although the best solution of this severe problem is renal transplantation, because of the huge demand and limited resources, this cannot be possible most of the time. Initial treatment alternative is medical treatment in patients with sHPT and parathyroidectomy (PTX) should be applied if does not help.

Utility of immature granulocyte in severity of infection.

Introduction: Helicobacter pylori infection is a chronic bacterial infection associated with some extragastric diseases as well as gastric involvements that occur most commonly worldwide. In our study, we aimed to investigate the usability of immature granulocytes as a basic indicator that can reflect the severity of helicobacter pylori inflammation, to the best of our knowledge, for the first time.

Materials And Methods: Patients who underwent upper gastrointestinal endoscopy between April 2019 and April 2020 and were diagnosed with antral gastritis were included in this study.

Idiopathic granulomatous mastitis and steroid use during the pandemic of COVID-19.

Background: Steroid therapy is an immunosuppressive treatment and may have possible side effects in a pandemic period. However, the number of studies on the use corticosteroids for the treatment of idiopathic Granulomatous Mastitis (IGM) especially during the pandemic is almost negligible.

Methods: The data of patients with the diagnosis of IGM between January-December 2020 in the General Surgery Clinic were retrospectively analyzed.

A Novel Transabdominal Preperitoneal Hernioplasty Technique in the Repair of Large Inguinal Hernias: The use of Polypropylene Mesh in the form of Plug-patch.

Objective: To describe the outcome of modified transabdominal laparoscopic preperitoneal (TAPP) hernioplasty repair with plug-patch of polypropylene mesh.

Study Design:  A descriptive study.

Place And Duration Of Study: Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University Training and Research Hospital, Alanya, Turkey from December 2017 to December 2019.

Hypovolemic shock due to giant ovarian tumor rupture after minor trauma: A case report.

Rupture of gynecologic tumors secondary to trauma rarely occurs. Rupture can lead to acute abdominal pain due to hemorrhage from the ruptured area and organs; rupture can also lead to peritonitis, depending on the size of the tumor. We describe the case of giant epithelial ovarian tumor rupture exhibiting due to minor trauma and the development of hypovolemic shock.

Crystallized phenol treatment vs excision and primary closure in pilonidal sinus disease: A randomized clinical trial in adolescent patients.

Introduction: Pilonidal sinus is a chronic inflammatory disease seen in the intergluteal sulcus. A wide variety of treatment modalities have been described for the management of this disease, however optimal therapy remains controversial. The study aims to compare phenol treatment, a minimally invasive method used in the treatment of pilonidal sinus disease, with the commonly practiced surgical methods of excision and primary closure in the adolescent age group.

A Collision Tumor with Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin Overlying Breast and Invasive Breast Carcinoma.

Invasive breast cancer is the most common carcinoma in women. Invasive ductal carcinoma, not otherwise specified (NOS), is the largest group of invasive breast cancers. The second most common cancer of skin is squamous cell carcinoma (SCC).

Is the Effect of Complex Decongestive Therapy the Same for Primary and Secondary Lower Lymphedema?

The aim was to compare edema and quality of life (QOL) after complex decongestive therapy (CDT) in two types of lymphedema: primary lower limb lymphedema (PLL) and secondary lower limb lymphedema (SLL). Participants with PLL ( = 20) and SLL ( = 20) were recruited in this prospective single-blinded study. Patients in both groups were treated with CDT for 4 weeks 5 days a week.

What Should be Done for Perforation of the Gallbladder During Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: Prophylaxis or Treatment?

Iatrogenic perforation of the gallbladder during laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) is one of the most common intraoperative complications, and there is no clear consensus among surgeons on this issue and there are studies reporting the antibiotic treatment. The aim of this study is to determine the effect of type and duration of antibiotic use on infective complications between iatrogenic perforations of the gallbladder during LC patients. Patients who developed iatrogenic perforation of gallbladder during LC were subdivided into three groups according to antibiotic treatment; single dose intravenous (i.

The Role of Serum Laboratory Biomarkers for Complicated and Uncomplicated Appendicitis in Adolescents.

Objective: To investigate if serum biomarkers could differentiate complicated and uncomplicated appendicitis in adolescents.

Study Design: An cross sectional study.

Place And Duration Of Study: Department of General Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University, Alanya, Turkey, between January 2016 and December 2018.

Comparison of laparoscopic and open appendectomy on wound infection and healing in complicated appendicitis.

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of laparoscopic and open surgery on the development of postoperative surgical wound infection and wound healing between complicated appendicitis patients. Patients with complicated appendicitis were divided into those underwent laparoscopic and open surgical procedures according to the surgical method. Patients were followed up with regard to development of any postoperative wound infection, and medical, radiological, and surgical treatment methods and results were recorded.

Non-healing wounds: Can it take different diagnosis?

Wound healing is a complex cellular and biochemical process and can be affected by several systemic and local factors. In this study, we aimed to discuss the aetiologic factors of non-healing wounds and the management of this complicated process with current information. The medical data of the patients who were admitted to our clinic due to non-healing or chronic wounds were analysed retrospectively.

Burnout syndrome should not be underestimated.

Objectives: Burnout syndrome can be seen among health professionals at every stage of their careers. The incidence of burnout syndrome among health care professionals has increased in recent years and varies between countries and depending on different areas of specialization and work units. It is known that burnout syndrome significantly affects the work and social life of individuals.

The effect of antibiotic prophylaxis on wound infections after laparoscopic cholecystectomy: A randomised clinical trial.

The aim of this study was to determine whether the use of prophylactic antibiotics had any effects on the development of postoperative surgical wound infections between laparoscopic cholecystectomy patients. Patients who received a single dose of prophylactic antibiotics prior to surgery were included in the prophylaxis group, and those who did not receive preoperative and postoperative intravenous and/or oral antibiotics were included in the no prophylaxis group. A total of 206 patients who underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy were examined; the infection rate in patients who received prophylaxis was 4.

Coexistence of Papillary Thyroid Cancer and Primary Hyperparathyroidism: Report of Five Cases.

Coincidence of primary hyperparathyroidism and thyroid nodules is quite frequent. This is challenging for clinical diagnosis and treatment. We reviewed the records of patients who underwent surgery for primary hyperparathyroidism.

The effects of perioperative antibiotherapy on surgical site infections in sacrococcygeal pilonidal sinus treated with rhomboid excision and Limberg transposition procedure.

Pilonidal sinus disease is a common disorder. We aimed to evaluate the effects of perioperative antibiotherapy on surgical site infections in pilonidal sinus patients who were treated with rhomboid excision with Limberg transposition procedure. A total of 104 patients between 18 and 40 years of age (52 males, 52 females) were included in the study.

Morbidity and Mortality in Appendicitis in the Elderly.

Objective: To assess the factors affecting the morbidity and mortality in patients over 65 years of age who underwent appendectomy.

Study Design: An observational study.

Place And Duration Of Study: Department of General Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Ahi Evran University, Kirsehir, Turkey, from November 2014 to March 2017.

Granulomatous Mastitis Concurrence with Breast Cancer.

Idiopathic Granulomatous Mastitis (IGM) is a rare, chronic, non-malignant and non-life-threatening breast disease. IGM may mimic carcinoma of the breast. This case report is about concurrence of chronic granulomatous mastitis with breast cancer.

Follow-up of granulomatous mastitis with monitoring versus surgery.

Background: IGM (Idiopathic Granulomatous Mastitis) is a rare, chronic, non-malignant and non-life-threatening breast disease. Clinically and radiologically, it has similar characteristics with other granulomatous diseases and breast carcinomas.

Methods: The patients whom diagnosed IGM according to pathology report were retrospectively evaluated between November 2014 and January 2016.