Publications by authors named "K C GUVEN"
Bacterial bloodstream infections cause high morbidity and mortality. Although bacteria can be detected by various methods, culture methods are often used for the detection of live, accurate, reproducible, and selective bacterial identification. However, the culture method is time-consuming, and clinicians often start treatment immediately due to the long determination time.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFUnlabelled: For the past few years, the synthesis of zinc oxide (ZnO) and other metal oxide nanoparticles has been carried out using plant tissues, extracts, and other plant parts. The green synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles has many advantages over other processes, and the primary areas of application are drug delivery, food additives, and surface coatings. The use of nanoparticles as an alternative antimicrobial agent in the health and biomedical sectors has increased significantly in recent years.
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- Refeeding syndrome (RFS) is linked to serious electrolyte imbalances like hypophosphatemia, especially in hospitalized patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which can be worsened by malnutrition and severity of the disease.
- In a study of 50 IBD patients, 46% experienced hypophosphatemia during the first week of hospitalization, with significant correlations found between low phosphate levels and both potassium concentrations and disease severity.
- Factors such as malnutrition, the use of parenteral nutrition, and severe IBD were identified as significant predictors for developing hypophosphatemia in these patients, highlighting the need for careful monitoring and management.
The objective of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of a phage cocktail against Pseudomonas fluorescens group and its effect on the microbial, physical and chemical properties of raw milk during different storage conditions. A phage cocktail consisting of Pseudomonas fluorescens, Pseudomonas tolaasii, and Pseudomonas libanensis phages was prepared. As a result, reductions in fluorescent Pseudomonas counts of up to 3.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFInvestigation of the constituents of commercially available toothpastes.
Int J Dent Hyg
November 2024
Objectives: Toothpaste plays a pivotal role in oral and dental hygiene. This cross-sectional study not only investigates the constituents of toothpastes available in the market and their frequency across different brands but also delves into the potential side effects, irritations, or unfavourable outcomes of these constituents, emphasizing the broader health and environmental implications.
Methods: The largest of the five major chain markets in each district of Istanbul was visited, and adult toothpastes were included in this study.