Evaluation of ChatGPT-4o's answers to questions about hip arthroscopy from the patient perspective.

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the responses provided by ChatGPT-4o to the most frequently asked questions by patients regarding hip arthroscopy.

Materials And Methods: In this cross-sectional survey study, a new Google account without a search history was created to determine the 20 most frequently asked questions about hip arthroscopy via Google. These questions were asked to a new ChatGPT-4o account on June 1, 2024, and the responses were recorded.

Comparison of screw fixation and dynamic fixation in the treatment of ankle fractures with syndesmotic ruptures.

Background: Syndesmosis injuries in ankle fractures can significantly impact patient mobility and recovery, making the choice of fixation method crucial for optimal outcomes. This study aimed to compare the quality of reduction and functional results between screw fixation and dynamic fixation in treating syndesmosis injuries in ankle fractures.

Methods: This cohort study included 48 patients (28 males, 20 females) with an ankle fracture accompanied by syndesmosis injury.

High Performance Piezoelectric Nanogenerators Based on Polyvinylidene Fluoride-Graphene Nanoribbon Composite Thin Films.

In this study, a highly efficient, sensitive, and lightweight piezoelectric nanogenerator (PENG) is developed using graphene nanoribbons (GNRs) incorporated into the polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) matrix. Unzipping multi-walled carbon nanotubes is an effective and scalable strategy for synthesizing graphene nanoribbons. The synthesized GNRs are employed to prepare nanometer-scale piezoelectric polymer composite films showing higher piezoelectric performance than neat PVDF.

Identification and distribution of some medico-veterinary important pathogens in muscid flies in two geographical regions of Türkiye.

Some dipteran flies play an important role in the transmission of pathogens such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoan and metazoan parasites in humans and other animals. Despite this importance, knowledge of the prevalence and molecular characteristics of some pathogens in flies is limited, and no data are available for Türkiye. In this study, we investigated the possible vector role of muscid fly species for the transmission of Enterocytozoon bieneusi Desportes (Chytridiopsida: Enterocytozoonidae), Encephalitozoon spp.

The pie-crusting release of the medial collateral ligament in arthroscopic partial meniscectomy is associated with improved clinical outcomes without altering radiological measurements.

Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate how the pie-crusting technique affects clinical and radiological outcomes in patients undergoing arthroscopic partial meniscectomy.

Methods: A total of 68 patients with Kellgren-Lawrence (K-L) grade 2 who underwent arthroscopic partial meniscectomy between 2015 and 2021 were evaluated and divided into two groups as arthroscopic partial meniscectomy (36 patients) and arthroscopic partial meniscectomy with pie-crusting (32 patients) according to whether the pie-crusting technique was applied or not. All patients were evaluated at a minimum 2-year follow-up in terms of Lysholm score, Tegner activity score, International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) score and Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) score.

Early prognostic markers to predict unsuccessful pregnancy in dairy cattle.

This study aimed to investigate maternal serum levels of some angiogenic factors and certain proteins in dairy cattle for (1) early prediction of unsuccessful fertilization and (2) early detection of possible pregnancy failures (early EM) after positive insemination Serum samples were collected from the same cattle at three distinct time points: 30 days before artificial insemination (B-AI), on the day of artificial insemination (AI), and 30 days after artificial insemination (A-AI). As a result of the pregnancy examination, the cows were divided into two main groups according to whether they were pregnant. The results showed that leucyl/cystinyl aminopeptidase (LNPEP) concentration was significantly decreased B-AI and Secreted frizzled-related proteins (SFRP-3), Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) and LNPEP levels were significantly decreased on day of AI, while PRL level was increased, and these data have prognostic significance as early indicator of the risk of potentially failed pregnancy.

Molecular detection and genotyping of Dientamoeba fragilis and Blastocystis sp. in housefly Musca domestica (Diptera: Muscidae): first report for Dientamoeba fragilis.

Dientamoeba fragilis and Blastocystis sp. are single-celled protozoan parasites of humans and animals. Although they are found in the intestines of healthy hosts, the pathogenicity of them is still unclear.

Effect of topical sildenafil on wound healing and oxidative stress in rats.

Background: In this study, the effects of topical sildenafil applications on oxidative damage levels and antioxidative metabolism and their contribution to wound healing and treatment were investigated.

Materials And Methods: A total of 24 healthy male rats aged 16-18 weeks, each weighing 200-250 g, were randomly divided into three groups: Group A received a saline solution, Group B received an epithelializing cream, and Group C received sildenafil cream. Following skin preparation and anesthesia, 6 mm diameter punch biopsies created wounds on the rats' backs.

The effectiveness of an education program based on healthcare transition in adolescents with asthma: A randomized controlled trial.

Background: Adolescents diagnosed with asthma make a transition to adult care when they reach a certain age. Besides, these adolescents need specialized education for them to become autonomous, competent, and adult patients and gain the necessary knowledge and skills related to their disease. In this study, by using a prospective randomized controlled trial design, we evaluated the effectiveness of an education program based on healthcare transition provided to adolescents diagnosed with asthma.

Longitudinal Growth Trajectories in Children with Cow's Milk Allergy: Effects of Elimination Diet and Post-Termination Period.

Introduction: The primary dietary approach for managing cow's milk allergy (CMA) is the elimination diet. We aimed to compare the growth patterns of children with CMA during and after the elimination diet with healthy peers and identify influencing factors.

Methods: We compared 74 CMA children with age-matched healthy peers.

Clinical and Functional Outcomes of Suture Versus Headless Screw Fixation for Tibial Eminence Fractures in Children.

Background: Suture and screw fixations are widely used to treat tibial eminence fractures (TEFs). Although a few biomechanical and clinical studies have compared suture fixation (SF) and screw fixation in the treatment of TEFs in children, no comparative clinical studies are available regarding headless screw fixation (HSF).

Purpose: To evaluate the clinical and functional outcomes of children with TEF who underwent SF and HSF.

Seasonal variation in the expression pattern of heat shock protein 70 and 90 in Common carp () from Karataş Lake, Burdur, Türkiye.

Organisms have evolved defense mechanisms to protect themselves from stressful conditions. The expression of heat shock proteins is considered a valid indication of protection from the adverse effects of hostile conditions. In this study, we used immunohistochemistry to investigate the seasonal effects of some abiotic factors on heat shock protein 70 and 90 (HSP70 and HSP90) expression in the liver, gills, and muscle tissues of 24 Common carp () caught in Karataş Lake (Burdur, Türkiye) using gillnets of various mesh sizes.

The Effect of House Dust Sensitization on Skin Sebum and Moisture in Children with Allergic Respiratory Diseases.

This study aimed to investigate the levels of skin moisture and sebum in children with a house dust allergy without skin symptoms. This was a case-control study involving children, aged 0-18 years, who were being followed up for an allergic airway disease in a pediatric allergy clinic. Age, gender, hemogram parameters, and IgE values were evaluated.

Biomechanical performance of talon cannulated compression device in pauwels type III fractures: a comparative study.

Introduction: Pauwels Type III fractures are unstable and frequently treated with cannulated screws (CS) or dynamic hip screws (DHS). The newly developed talon-cannulated compression devices (TCCD) have the potential to provide rotational stability, mainly through their talon. The study investigates whether TCCD has mechanical advantages over conventional screws or can be as stable as DHS in a reverse triangle configuration for an unstable femoral neck fracture.

Evaluation of Istanbul from the environmental components' perspective: what has changed during the pandemic?

This study aims to determine the 1-year change over the pandemic period in Istanbul, the megacity with the highest population in Turkey, based on environmental components. Among the environmental topics, water consumption habits, changes in air quality, changes due to noise elements, and most importantly, the changes in usage habits of disposable plastic materials that directly affect health have been revealed. The results obtained showed that, in Istanbul, 8.

First report and genotyping of Dientamoeba fragilis in pet budgerigars (Melopsittacus undulatus), with zoonotic importance.

The protozoan Dientamoeba fragilis is one of the most common parasites in the digestive system of humans worldwide. The host range and transmission routes of D. fragilis, including the role of animals, are still ambiguous with few reports from non-human primates, sheep, rodents, pigs, a cat and a dog.

Valproic acid-induced DRESS in a child responding to cyclosporine with HLA analysis.

Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), also known as drug-induced hypersensitivity syndrome, is a potentially life-threatening rare reaction that causes a severe rash and can lead to multiorgan failure. As in other severe drug eruptions, drug-specific T lymphocytes play a crucial role in DRESS. The hapten/pro-hapten model, pharmacological interaction model, and altered peptide repertoire model are three different models developed to describe the relationship/interaction between a medication or its metabolites and the immune system.

Which Fibers of the Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Should Be Released in the Pie Crust Technique Applied During Knee Arthroscopy: Superficial MCL or Deep MCL?

Background Knee arthroscopy is the most common surgery performed to treat meniscal injuries. The pie crust (PC) technique is applied during knee arthroscopy to increase joint vision of the medial femorotibial compartment and reduce the risk of iatrogenic damage. Medial collateral ligament (MCL) release is applied in the PC technique.

Is Oral Food Challenge as Safe Enough as It Seems?

Background: Oral food challenges (OFCs) assist in the diagnosis of food allergies and are essential to determine whether an allergy has been outgrown. During the OFC, a medical procedure e introduces foods suspected to be allergenic orally in increasing doses. Mild skin reactions such as urticaria or rarely serious life-threatening reactions such as anaphylaxis may develop.

During Arthroscopic Repair of Medial Meniscal Tears: Do Not Be Afraid to Perform "Pie Crust" Technique.

In the absence of effective long-term repair of meniscal injuries, damage to the knee may lead to the development of osteoarthritis. Recent reports have recommended meniscal repair to be undertaken in all cases of meniscal tears. However, the most common complication encountered during repair of the medial meniscus is iatrogenic cartilage and meniscal injury due to its unclear visualization.

The knowledge, attitudes and practices of healthcare workers on drug hypersensitivity reactions in children: A tertiary centre experience from Turkey.

Introduction: Adverse drug reactions are an important public health concern that affects doctor and dentist prescriptions and healthcare workers' practice. We planned to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes and practices of healthcare workers in our country about drug hypersensitivity reactions in paediatric patients and to determine the risk factors that may affect them.

Method: This study was carried out in a capital-located university hospital.