Development of a tool to assess the compliance of cafeteria menus with the Mediterranean Diet.

Background: The Mediterranean diet (MD) has been considered one of the healthiest dietary patterns, and an excellent model of sustainability. Higher Education food services present an excellent scenario to encourage students healthy eating habits and modulate food choices. The purpose of this work was to develop an index to evaluate MD compliance with cafeteria menus.

The effects of the intrapartum care model given in line with the recommendations of the World Health Organization (WHO) on the mother's maternal behavior towards her baby, breastfeeding self-efficacy, breastfeeding success, and hospital discharge readiness: a randomized controlled trial.

Background: A woman's experiences of childbirth, which represents a significant transition in the journey towards motherhood, encompass a range of factors that can influence breastfeeding, parenting behaviors, and readiness for discharge. However, research exploring the intrapartum and postpartum care aspects of the WHO-developed intrapartum care model remains scarce, particularly with regard to breastfeeding, parenting behaviors, and the readiness of the mother in the early postpartum period.

Aim: The objective of this study was to examine the impact of the intrapartum care model that adheres to the guidelines set forth by the World Health Organization (WHO) on several key outcomes, including the mother's maternal behavior towards her infant postpartum, breastfeeding self-efficacy, the success of breastfeeding, and the mother's readiness for hospital discharge.

Long-Term Stability in Endoscopic Brow Lift: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Literature.

Long-term stability and recurrent ptosis are among the most debated topics in endoscopic brow lifts. Although there are many publications on endoscopic brow lifts, more research is needed on long-term brow elevation and stability. This systematic review aims to evaluate the amount of elevation and stability achieved by endoscopic brow lifts in the long term.

Training of food handlers on handwashing using a virtual reality environment is more effective than traditional training approaches in a randomized trial.

Handwashing is an essential prevention step in foodservice, This randomized comparative study assessed the effectiveness of three training methods -virtual reality (VR), Glo-Germ (GT), and traditional face-to-face training (CT)- in improving handwashing practices among foodservice workers ( = 129). Training focused on the World Health Organization's 11-step handwashing process. Handwashing in the workplace was observed, in a pre- and post-test design, with microbiological swabs also taken.

A New Objective Diagnostic Tool for Attention-Deficit Hyper-Activity Disorder (ADHD): Development of the Distractor-Embedded Auditory Continuous Performance Test.

: Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a prevalent neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Traditional diagnostic methods, which depend on subjective assessments, often lack precision. This study evaluates the validity and reliability of a newly developed diagnostic tool, the Distractor-Embedded Auditory Continuous Performance Test (da-CPT), which integrates auditory stimuli with distractors to enhance the clinical utility of ADHD diagnosis.

Stent-Induced Inflammation: A Comparative Cross-Sectional Study of Post-Implantation Syndrome in Venous and Arterial Procedures.

Postimplantation syndrome (PIS) is a known inflammatory response following endovascular stent placement, yet comparative data between venous and arterial stenting remains limited. This study seeks to evaluate the incidence, characteristics, and clinical implications of PIS across these two distinct vascular territories. We retrospectively analyzed 191 patients who underwent either venous (n = 36) or arterial (n = 155) stent placement.

The efficacy and safety of isotonic and hypotonic fluids in intravenous maintenance fluid therapy in term newborns: national multicenter observational "neofluid" study.

Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of isotonic and hypotonic intravenous fluids in maintenance fluid therapy for term infants.

Methods: This was a multi-centre, prospective, observational study conducted in 21 participating centres from December 30, 2020, to June 30, 2023. The study included term newborns requiring parenteral fluid therapy for maintenance (NCT04781361).

Medication Adherence and Functioning in Individuals With Bipolar Disorder Type I.

Purpose: To determine the correlation between medication adherence and functioning in individuals with bipolar disorder (BD) and the predictors of functionality.

Method: This cross-sectional and correlational study was conducted with 145 individuals with BD type I. Data were collected using a Patient Information Form, the Medication Adherence Rating Scale, and Functioning Assessment Short Test.

Can the Surgery-to-Resident Ratio be Used to Determine the Ideal Number of Residents in a General Surgery Training Clinic? Single Center Experience.

Objective: General surgery is a fundamental medical discipline that requires extensive training to develop competent surgeons. This study examines the impact of the number of residents on surgical training quality in a general surgery clinic and evaluates the usability of the Surgery-to-Resident Ratio (SRR) in determining the ideal number of residents.

Design: Retrospective analysis.

The effect of a universal cleaning agent on the bonding performance of a self-adhesive cement to contaminated dentin surfaces.

Purpose: This study examined the effect of using KATANA Cleaner (KC) containing 10-methacryloyloxydecyl dihydrogen phosphate (MDP) salt on the micro-shear bond strength (µSBS) of a self-adhesive cement to uncontaminated and contaminated dentin.

Methods: Dentin samples were categorized into four contamination conditions (no contamination, saliva, blood, saliva/blood mixed) and subjected to two decontamination methods (water rinse and KC use), forming eight groups. Scanning electron microscope images representing each group were obtained.

A new approach to mesh fixation in laparoscopic transabdominal technique, "suture passer", superior or not?

Laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery is a common procedure and pain is a common postoperative complication. Guidelines for mesh fixation vary, with no clear rule. Mesh fixation may not be necessary in total extraperitoneal approach (TEP), but more research is needed for transabdominal preperitoneal approach (TAPP).

Comparative Retrospective Cohort Study of Carotid-Subclavian Bypass versus In Situ Fenestration for Left Subclavian Artery Revascularization during Zone 2 Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair: A Single-Center Experience.

Thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) has become the first-line therapy for descending aortic disease. Recent studies have demonstrated that preventive revascularization of the left subclavian artery (LSA) in zone 2 TEVAR cases reduces the risk of neurological complications. However, there is no uniform consensus on the choice of revascularization techniques.

Evaluating the frequency and risk factors of multidrug-resistant bacteria in biliary samples.

Background And Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the frequency of multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria in biliary samples, MDR-bacteria risk factors, and the relationship between MDR-bacteria positivity and some clinical outcomes.

Materials And Methods: The study was conducted between May 2018 and May 2023, including patients over the age of 18 who had positive culture results in biliary samples. The frequency of MDR-bacteria in biliary samples was evaluated.

Enhanced anti-angiogenic effects of aprepitant-loaded nanoparticles in human umbilical vein endothelial cells.

Recent advancements in cancer therapy have led to the development of novel nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems aimed at enhancing the efficacy of chemotherapeutic agents. This study focuses on evaluating aprepitant-loaded PLGA and Eudragit RS 100 nanoparticles for their potential antiangiogenic effects. Characterization studies revealed that aprepitant-loaded nanoparticles exhibited particle sizes ranging from 208.