Publications by authors named "H Albayrak"
Introduction: The effect of isotretinoin on inflammatory markers has been reported with conflicting results. No studies have been reported on the relationship between isotretinoin and lymphocyte/high-density lipoprotein cholesterol [HDL-C] ratio (LHR), neutrophil/HDL-C ratio (NHR), or platelet/HDL-C ratio (PHR) in acne patients.
Objectives: We aimed to investigate how isotretinoin affects the inflammatory markers, including LHR, NHR, and PHR, in acne vulgaris patients.
The effect of and gene variants on Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever.
Nucleosides Nucleotides Nucleic Acids
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) is a severe viral disease with high mortality, linked to vascular issues caused by endothelial dysfunction.
- This study assessed the impact of specific gene variants on CCHF risk among 101 individuals (51 patients and 50 healthy controls) using the PCR-RFLP method for genotyping.
- Findings indicated a significant link between the 936 C > T genetic variant and an increased likelihood of developing CCHF, suggesting it could be a potential genetic marker for sensitivity to the disease in the Turkish population.
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to differentiate between COVID-19 and other respiratory viral infections in critically ill children to prioritize care and avoid neglecting non-COVID cases.
- Conducted in 24 pediatric intensive care units, the research evaluated radiological findings in 225 patients from March to May 2020, with 81 confirmed COVID-19 cases.
- Results showed that chest X-rays of COVID-19 patients were more likely to appear normal, while other viruses like rhinovirus showed distinct patterns, indicating non-specific radiological findings in COVID-19.
Infectious pancreatic necrosis virus (IPNV) causes economic losses with a highly variable mortality rate worldwide, especially in rainbow trout. The virus has a double-stranded bi-partite RNA genome designated segment A and B. New complete genome sequences of nine rainbow trout isolates from Turkey were determined and subjected to phylogenetic analysis, identifying all as genotype 5 (serotype Sp).
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- Pemphigus vulgaris (PV) is an autoimmune disease mainly affecting the mouth, leading to symptoms like burning sensations and oral erosions.
- A study of 106 patients showed that most had the mucocutaneous subtype, with many experiencing severe symptoms that significantly impacted their quality of life.
- Treatment often involved systemic steroids and rituximab, with a complete response seen in those taking rituximab, emphasizing the importance of monitoring the disease’s effects on patients' lives.