Ultrasonography of tubular ectasia of the rete testis with associated scrotal findings.

Purpose: Tubular ectasia of the rete testis (TERT) is a rare disorder that can be seen on ultrasonography (US) during a routine examination. In this study, we aim to discuss 15 cases of TERT and concomitant scrotal pathologies.

Methods: A total of 405 patients who were admitted to our department between March 2009 and December 2011 for scrotal US with different complaints such as scrotal pain, palpable mass, infertility, varicocele, or hydrocele were evaluated.

Value of the swimming position and arm traction in visualizing the cervicothoracic junction over the standard lateral cervical X-ray.

Background: The cervicothoracic junction (CTJ) is often inadequately visualized on lateral cervical X-rays due to anatomic variations and technical factors.

Aims: The aim of this study was to investigate whether the swimmer's view and arm traction could enhance the image field on the standard lateral cervical (SLC) X-ray.

Methods: The study was conducted in a university hospital in October 2007 with 40 volunteers.

Advanced oxidative protein products are independently associated with endothelial function in peritoneal dialysis patients.

Aim: Oxidative stress (OS) and asymmetric dimethylarginine (ADMA) are accepted as non-classical cardiovascular risk factors in end-stage renal disease patients. To clarify the role of these factors in the atherosclerotic process, we investigated if OS and ADMA are associated with endothelial function (EF) in peritoneal dialysis (PD) patients.

Methods: Fifty-two non-diabetic PD patients without known atherosclerotic disease as well as 30 age- and sex-matched healthy individuals were included.

Effect of renal transplantation on endothelial function in haemodialysis patients.

Background: Haemodialysis patients (HD) have been characterized by a high incidence and prevalence of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Based on the traditional cardiovascular risk factors in this population, we cannot explain this high incidence and prevalence. One of the mechanisms contributing to cardiovascular risk in HD patients may be to uraemic toxins.