Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of Bipolar and Monopolar Transurethral Prostate Resection in Geriatric Patients.

Background: Benign prostatic hyperplasia unresponsive to medical treatment is an important problem for elderly patients. Although the gold standard surgical treatment is monopolar transurethral resection of the prostate (MTURP), postoperative complications are still a concern.

Aim: The aim of this study was to determine which transurethral prostate resection (TURP) methods are more effective and safer in elderly patients.

Evaluation of the reduction of radiation dose received by pediatric patients in new-generation biplane angiocardiography: Randomized controlled study.

Objective: We aimed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of radiation dose reduction with a new-generation biplane angiocardiography system in patients undergoing transcatheter isolated patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) closure.

Materials And Methods: Fifty pediatric patients who underwent transcatheter PDA closure were randomly divided into two groups as normal radiation dose and low dose. Patients who required additional procedures other than PDA closure were excluded.

External Ear Anthropometry of Healthy Turkish Young Adults.

Purpose: The aim of this study was to determine the external ear values in Turkish young adults with 2-dimensional photogrammetry.

Methods: One hundred males and 100 females aged between 18 and 25 years were included in the study. Individuals were photographed from both sides.

Piccolo in transcatheter PDA closure multi-centre study from premature to adolescent children.

In this multi-centre study, the mid- to long-term efficacy and safety of the Amplatzer Piccolo Occluder in patent ductus arteriosus closure in premature and term infants as well as children were discussed. Methods. Between 2016 and 2021, 645 patients, 152 of whom were less than 1 month old, underwent ductus closure with the Piccolo device from five different centres in Turkey.

Aortic ischemia-reperfusion injury and potency of fluoxetine.

Objectives: Due to cross-clamping of the aorta during aortic aneurysm surgeries, ischemia-reperfusion (IR) develops, and it may cause damage to the aorta itself or even to remote organs by oxidative stress or inflammation. Fluoxetine (FLX) which might be used in the preoperative period for its tranquilizing effect also has antioxidant effects in short-term use. The purpose of our study is to examine whether FLX protects aorta tissue, against the damage caused by IR.

Effect of the cavity disinfectant containing chitosan on dentin bonding strength after radiotherapy.

Introduction: This study aimed to compare the bond strength of teeth treated with radiotherapy with two cavity disinfectants (Chlorhexidine gluconate, a chitosan-containing agent).

Methodology: Eighteen newly extracted, non-carious human third molar teeth were used. The teeth were randomly divided into two main groups, treated and/or non-treated with radiotherapy, then separated into three subgroups for disinfectant agent application (CHX, chitosan, control).

Radiologic Evaluation of the Fossa Navicularis on Dry Skull: A Comparative CBCT Study.

Fossa navicularis (FN) is defined as bony depression that is not always present and is located anterior to the foramen magnum and pharyngeal tubercle on the inferior aspect of the basilar part of the occipital bone. It has been reported that FN can create an infection spread path from the pharynx to the intracranial structures. Therefore, the diagnosis of this variation is important.

Change in the Location of the Optic Strut Relative to the Anterior Clinoid Process Pneumatization.

Objective: This study aimed to peruse the alteration of the position of the optic strut (OS) according to the anterior clinoid process (ACP) pneumatization.

Methods: This retrospective study conducted on cone-beam computed tomography images of 400 patients with a mean age of 36.49±15.

Evaluating the efficacy of ovulation stimulation with intrauterine insemination in women with diminished ovarian reserve compared to women with normal ovarian reserve.

Objective: To assess the efficacy of ovulation induction and intrauterine insemination (IUI) in couples with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR).

Methods: Women aged 20-39 years and men younger than 50 years were included. Four "ovarian reserve groups" were created according to anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) and the partner's age.

Comparison of the Gonial Angle With Age and Gender Using Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Images.

Introduction The mandible is one of the most important bones used in gender determination in forensic medicine and anthropology. In literature, there are many studies examining the relationship between the gonial angle on the mandible and gender. However, these studies reported different results.

Clinical Outcomes of Prostatic Artery Embolization in Patients with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A Prospective Clinical Study.

Objective: To determine the clinical outcomes of prostatic artery embolization applied to patients with Material and methods: The study includes 30 patients diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia in the urology clinic between 2012 and 2016, for whom anesthesia was contraindicated due to advanced age and comorbidities and who underwent prostatic artery embolization. These patients were evaluated before the procedure and in the 1st, 3rd, 6th, and 12th months after the procedure.

Results: The mean prostate volume of the patients was 68 cm3 before the procedure and 45 cm3 12 monthsafter the procedure.

Poor Nutritional Status Is Associated with Arrhythmic Events on 24-Hour Holter Recording.

Background: Malnutrition is associated with cardiovascular disease morbidity and mortality. Arrhythmias may be the cardiac consequences of malnutrition.

Objectives: The objective of the study was to evaluate the association between prognostic nutritional index (PNI), Controlling Nutritional Status (CONUT) score, and arrhythmic events on 24-h electrocardiography (ECG) Holter recording in patients without manifested arrhythmia.

Evaluation of the Cranial Aperture of the Optic Canal on Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Images and its Clinical Implications for the Transcranial Approaches.

Objective: This study aimed to investigate morphometric properties of the cranial aperture (CA) of the optic canal.

Methods: Cone-beam computed tomography images of 400 individuals (200 males and 200 females) aged 37.32 ± 15.

Prognostic Nutritional Index as a New Prediction Tool for Coronary Collateral Development.

Background: Nutritional status is a predictor of the prognosis of cardiovascular diseases. The association between the Prognostic Nutritional Index (PNI), which is an immunonutritional parameter, and cardiovascular diseases has been extensively studied in the literature.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate whether PNI is associated with coronary collateral development.

The muscular branching patterns of the ulnar nerve in fetal forearms.

Objective: We aimed to present our findings systematically by examining the muscular branching patterns of the ulnar nerve (UN) in the forearms of fetuses.

Methods: This study was conducted on the 52 forearms of 26 formalin-fixed fetal cadavers with gestational ages varying between 19 and 37 weeks. The anatomical dissection was performed by using stereomicroscope with × 8 magnification.

Anatomical Evaluation of the Foramen Magnum on Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Images and Review of Literature.

Background and objective The morphology and morphometry of the foramen magnum (FM), which provides a passageway to vital neurological structures that relay information to and from the brain and spinal cord, are significant for many surgical approaches and applications. It was aimed to investigate the morphometric and morphological features of the FM on the cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images and to review the literature in detail. Methods CBCT images of 400 individuals (200 males, 200 females, aged between 18 and 65) were evaluated by Planmeca Romexis Viewer.

A Radiological Evaluation of Lumbar Spinous Processes and Interspinous Spaces, Including Clinical Implications.

Background and objective The aim of this study was the examination of morphometry of the spinous process (SP) and interspinous space (ISS) of the lumbar region to help provide a basis for the design and implantation of interspinous devices. Methods Between 2017 and 2019, 215 individuals underwent magnetic resonance imaging of the lumbar region for various reasons. No pathology was detected in these images, and the participants' age, height, and weight information when available were included in the study.

The Confusion of Determining the Landmark in the Craniofacial Soft Tissue Analyzes: Nasion or Sellion?

In the literature, most of the craniofacial anthropometric landmarks found on both bones and soft tissue have been clearly defined and widely used. However, it seems that few landmarks such as nasion are generally often set incorrectly. Therefore, in this study, it was aimed to examine the nasion and sellion in the dry bones and to review the definitions of each landmarks.

Lip Anthropometry of Healthy Turkish Young Adults.

The lips play an important role in evaluating and recognizing the craniofacial complex and our perception of facial beauty and attractiveness. The aim of this study was to evaluate the anthropometric measurements of the lips of Turkish young adults and to look for sexual dimorphism. Anterior view photographs were taken of 100 females and 100 males who volunteered to participate in the study.

Radiologic evaluation of the fossa navicularis: incidence, morphometric features, and clinical implications.

Introduction: The aim of this study was to determine the incidence and morphometric and morphological characteristics of fossa navicularis (FN) on cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) images of healthy adults MATERIALS AND METHODS: CBCT images of 900 individuals (450 males, 450 females, over the age of 18) admitted to Gaziantep University, Dentistry Faculty were retrospectively examined. The incidence and shape of FN were determined. Transverse diameter (TDFN), sagittal diameter (SDFN), depth in transverse section (DFNT), depth in sagittal section (DFNS), and the shortest distance between the deepest point of FN and intracranial cavity (FNI) were measured.

External Nose Anthropometry of Healthy Turkish Young Adults.

Although many studies in the literature examine distances and angles about the nose, there are no clear standard values for different races and ethnic groups. The aim of this study is to determine the anthropometric measurement standards related to the external nose in Turkish young adults between the ages of 18 and 25. The subjects participating in this study were 100 female and 100 male volunteers.