"Hey Siri! Perform a type 3 hysterectomy. Please watch out for the ureter!" What is autonomous surgery and what are the latest developments?

As a result of major advances in deep learning algorithms and computer processing power, there have been important developments in the fields of medicine and robotics. Although fully autonomous surgery systems where human impact will be minimized are still a long way off, systems with partial autonomy have gradually entered clinical use. In this review, articles on autonomous surgery classified and summarized, with the aim of informing the reader about questions such as "What is autonomic surgery?" and in which areas studies are progressing.

Impact of body mass index, waist circumference and Pfannenstiel sitetissue thickness, and elastosonography on operative parameters.

Background/aim: This study aimed to evaluate the impact of body fat distribution measured by body mass index (BMI), waist circumference (WC) and Pfannenstiel incision site tissue thickness, and elastosonography on bleeding and operation time during cesarean delivery.Materials and methods: A prospective study was made of 52 healthy, term pregnant women with prior cesarean deliveries. The impact of BMI, WC, incision site thickness, and elastosonography on preoperative and postoperative differences in hemoglobin (Hb) and hematocrit (Htc) levels and operation times was evaluated.

The Effect of the Amniotic Fluid Index on the Accuracy of Ultrasonographic-Estimated Fetal Weight.

Background: Fetal weight estimation is one of the most important aspects of antenatal care. The effects of amniotic fluid volume on the accuracy of estimated fetal weight (EFW) depend on the amount of fluid, in particular whether it is polyhydramnios or oligohydramnios. Previous studies have reported conflicting results of the effects of amniotic fluid volume on EFW accuracy.

Comparison of elastosonography and digital examination of cervix for consistency to predict successful vaginal delivery after induction of labor with oxytocin.

Objective: To compare elastosonography and digital examination of cervix for consistency in the prediction of successful vaginal delivery.

Methods: A total of 64 pregnant women with the indication of induction of labor (IOL) were enrolled to the study. The uterine cervix is evaluated before and after the IOL with elastosonography and digital examination for consistency and sonography for length.

Surgical reconstruction in female genital mutilation.

Female genital mutilation (FGM) is an unusual condition for our country. However, an increase in FGM in future days can be predicted with the increasing numbers of exchange students coming from African countries, migration of refugees and socioeconomic relations with the African countries. We want to share our experience of two FGM victims admitted to our clinic with the request of reconstructive vulvar surgery before their marriage.

Relationship between anemia and depressive mood in the last trimester of pregnancy.

Objective: To compare the relationship between the severity of anemia and depressive mood in the last trimester of pregnancy.

Methods: A cross-sectional study, enrolled a total of 450 pregnant women who attended the antenatal clinics in their third trimester for their routine antenatal follow-up. Depressive symptoms were assessed by the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale.

To what extent do the presentation of fetus, amniotic fluid index and fetal weight at term affect the cardiac axis?

Objective: To analyse the change in cardiac axis with advancing gestational age and the factors that may affect it.

Methods: 45 healthy pregnant women in 20th weeks of gestation were enrolled to the study. The cardiac axis was noted for each participant.

Factors Associated with Breastfeeding Initiation and Exclusive Breastfeeding Rates in Turkish Adolescent Mothers.

Objective: This study aimed to determine the early initiation time of breastfeeding and exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) rates during the first 6 months and the main factors affecting EBF practice in Turkish adolescent mothers.

Study Design And Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 200 adolescent mothers who were raising 6 to 24 month-old children. A face-to-face interview was conducted for sociodemographic characteristics, obstetric history, information about the baby, information about breastfeeding, and the factors affecting breastfeeding.

Waist Circumference as a Predictor of Failure of Sonographic Estimation of Fetal Birth Weight.

Objective: Several factors may interfere with the success of fetal birth weight (BW) prediction. In this study we tried to determine the most probable factors that may lead to unsuccessful BW estimation.

Methods: 200 consecutive pregnancies between 34 and 41 weeks of gestation were enrolled for the study.

Nausea and Vomiting in Early Pregnancy of Adolescents: Relationship with Depressive Symptoms.

Study Objective: To determine the relationship between severity of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy (NVP) and depressive symptoms in pregnant adolescents.

Design: Prospective cross-sectional study.

Setting: A maternity research hospital outpatient clinic, Ankara, Turkey.

Do we need readjustment of the biochemical parameters in first trimester combined aneuploidy screening test in women with polycystic ovary syndrome?

Objective: The aim of this study was to determine whether polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects the biochemical components of first trimester combined aneuploidy screening test.

Method: A case-control study was performed at a tertiary referral hospital between years 2007-2013. Singleton pregnancies in the first trimester (11(+0) -13(+6) week) who had a history of PCOS and underwent first trimester combined aneuploidy screening test were included in the study.

Outcome of vasectomies performed at a Turkish metropolitan maternity hospital.

Objective: To determine prospectively the outcome of vasectomies performed by two trained surgeons over a 9-month period at the Ministry of Health Ankara Etlik Maternity and Women's Health Teaching and Research Hospital Family Planning Centre.

Methods: The demographic data, source of information concerning the method, sexual function before and after voluntary no-scalpel vasectomy, compliance with the post-vasectomy follow-up program of men applying for a vasectomy were analyzed. All patients were contacted by telephone and invited for follow-up visits for counseling, inquiry regarding sexual dysfunction, and performance of a semen analysis.