Evaluation of chemotherapy-related peripheral neuropathy in lung cancer treatment.

Objective: Chemotherapy-related peripheral neuropathies are observed frequently in lung cancer treatment in clinical practice. The present study aimed to evaluate the electrophysiologic findings and clinical symptoms in patients treated for lung cancer with different chemotherapy regimens who had the findings of peripheral neuropathy.

Methods: Patients who had electromyography (EMG) examinations with the prediagnosis of peripheral neuropathy at two different centers between January 2011 and December 2019 were included.

The Association of Serum 25(OH) Vitamin D Level with Severity of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome in Patients with Syndrome Z (the Interaction of Obstructive Sleep Apnea with Metabolic Syndrome).

The interaction of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) with metabolic syndrome (MetS) is known as syndrome Z. The aim of this study was to investigate the association of serum vitamin D levels with severity of OSAS in patients with Syndrome Z. In this retrospective study, 270 patients with MetS and OSAS were included.

Original Article: Clinical Research.

Aim: In this study, we aimed to investigate the possible role of endotrophin, a profibrotic byproduct of collagen VI, in the complex process of fibrosis development in the disease group with pulmonary fibrosis among interstitial lung diseases.

Material And Method: When the patients' participation in the study were completed, smoking or alcohol drinking conditions, and family history were recorded. Their weights and heights were recorded and body mass index (BMI) was calculated.

Premature ejaculation in OSAS: Does it improve with CPAP treatment?

Aim: Premature ejaculation (PE) is a common problem in male sexual health that significantly affects the quality of life. We aimed to evaluate the association of PE with obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome (OSAS), which is characterised by chronic oxidative stress, and to assess the effects of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy on PE.

Material And Methods: Sexually active men between the ages of 20 and 50 who were newly diagnosed with PE, and diagnosed with moderate or severe OSAS were included in the study.

Association of presence and severity of obstructive Sleep Apnoea Syndrome with accident risk in city bus drivers.

Objective: To determine the relationship between frequency of traffic accidents and presence and severity of the disease in bus drivers who are at risk of having obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome (OSAS).

Methods: In the present study, polysomnography (PSG) was applied on 162 city bus drivers directed to the sleep laboratory from a total of 1450 drivers after being determined as risky with regard to OSAS symptoms according to the questionnaire results. Their demographic characteristics, health status and accidents were compiled.

The effect of incontinence on sleep quality in the elderly.

Objective: This study was conducted to determine the frequency of incontinence in elderly people living in nursing homes and the effect of incontinence on the quality of life and sleep quality.

Material And Method: This study was carried out with a total of 1150 individuals aged 65 and over, living in four nursing homes. Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire Short Form (ICIQ-SF), and Incontinence Quality of Life Scale (IQOL) were used as data collection tools.

Effects of smoking cessation on sexual functions and health quality of life in premenopausal women: A prospective case - Controlled study.

Objective: To evaluate whether smoking cessation has an effect on female sexual function and quality of life.

Methodology: After approval by the local ethics committee, smoking and non-smoking female participants were included in the study and all participants filled the female sexual function index (FSFI) and the short form 36 (SF-36). The same questionnaires were filled again at the ninth month control after smoking cessation.

Prognostic factors in elderly patients admitted to the intensive care unit with community-acquired pneumonia.

Objective: We aimed to determine the clinical, radiological and laboratory findings that may indicate poor prognosis in severe community acquired pneumonia (CAP) requiring intensified care to reduce the risk of death.

Methods: The medical histories, demographic characteristics and laboratory values of over 65 years old patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) and diagnosed with CAP were recorded.

Results: Total of 86 patients were included in the study.

Alterations in Serum Adropin, Adiponectin, and Proinflammatory Cytokine Levels in OSAS.

Objective: The present study was planned to examine the relationships between obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) and the newly revealed adipokines adropin and adiponectin concentrations that display significant metabolic and cardiovascular functions and the levels of proinflammatory cytokine levels.

Method: A total of 166 overweight and obese male patients with a body mass index (BMI) >27 kg/m were included in the study. Among study participants, 84 were recently diagnosed with OSAS by polysomnography with an apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) ≥5, and 82 were nonapneic with normal polysomnography (AHI<5) findings.

Comparison of clinical and polysomnographic characteristics in young and old patients with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome.

Aim: This study aimed to determine the differences in the clinical, demographic and polysomnographic characteristics of OSAS between patients older than and younger than 65 years of age.

Methods: Two groups of OSAS patients under 65 years of age and older who underwent PAP treatment in our sleep center were included in the study. Demographic, clinical, and polysomnographic variables of patients were compared as well as the PAP device usage compliance.

The Association of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome and Accident Risk in Heavy Equipment Operators.

: Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is the most frequent sleep disorder, characterized by the repeated collapse of the upper respiratory tract during sleep. In this study, we aimed to determine the prevalence of OSAS in heavy equipment operators and to determine the relationship between the work accidents that these operators were involved in and the OSAS symptoms and severity. In doing this, we aimed to emphasize the association of OSAS, which is a treatable disease, and these accidents, which cause loss of manpower, financial hampering, and even death.

Evaluation of Sexual Dysfunction, Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms and Quality of Life in Men With Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome and the Efficacy of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Therapy.

Objective: To determine the presence of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), nocturia, sexual dysfunction (SD), and the status of quality of life (QOL) in men with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) and after continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment, the changes in the presence of these conditions and the improvements of QOL.

Materials And Methods: In this study, 126 patients with suspicious diagnosis of OSAS were enrolled prospectively. International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS), International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire-Male LUTS (ICIQ-MLUTS), Overactive Bladder Symptoms Score (OABS-V8), Nocturia Quality of Life (Nqol), voiding diary, International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF-15) questionnaire, and Short form 36 (SF-36) to assess the presence of SD, LUTS, nocturia, and the status of QOL were filled by patients before polysomnography.