Real-Life Individual Comparison of Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors in Patients with Heart Failure and Diabetes Mellitus.

Background: Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2is) are breakthrough agents for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and heart failure (HF). However, among patients with HF and T2DM, some uncertainty remains about individual comparisons, including dosing.

Objectives: We aimed to make a real-life individual comparison of SGLT2is among patients with HF and T2DM.

Intrauterine Growth References for Turkish Infants.

Fetal growth is known to be affected by ethnic and environmental factors; therefore, intrauterine growth references for each community vary and need to be determined individually. This study aimed to construct intrauterine growth references for Turkish infants. This prospective, multicenter, cross-sectional study was performed in collaboration with the Turkish Ministry of Health and the Turkish Neonatology Society, in coordination with Mersin University.

Mental and Psychosomatic Effects of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic on Adolescents: A Validation Study.

Objectives: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has had detrimental impacts on both physical and mental health worldwide. In addition to the behavioral effects, it has caused a range of psychological problems such as depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, and anger. Fear and stress have been particularly prevalent in individuals.

Evaluation of early period changes in intraocular pressure, ocular biometry and anterior segment after upper eyelid blepharoplasty.

Purpose: To investigate the acute effects of upper eyelid blepharoplasty on intraocular pressure (IOP) and ocular biometric parameters.

Method: This prospective cross sectional study examined the eyes of 49 patients with dermatochalasis. Following a detailed ophthalmological examination, corneal topography was used to evaluate the eyes mesopic and photopic pupil diameter, anterior chamber depth, and corneal astigmatism on the day of surgery and on days first and seventh postoperatively.

Exploring Regional Disparities in Heart Failure Epidemiology and Outcomes: A Comprehensive Study Across Geographical Regions in Türkiye.

Background: Heart failure (HF) is a common condition that affects 1-3% of the general population. Its prevalence exhibits notable international and intranational disparities, partly explained by socioeconomic status, religion, ethnic diversity, and geographic factors. A comprehensive understanding of the epidemiological symptoms of HF in different regions of Türkiye has yet to be revealed.

The Role of Breast Milk Neurotrophin Levels in Infantile Colic Pathogenesis: A Cross-Sectional Case-Control Study.

Immaturity of the digestive tract and enteric nervous system is a widely accepted theory for infantile colic (IC) etiopathogenesis. The study aimed to show whether neurotrophins that are necessary for normal functioning and development of the gastrointestinal system have a role in the pathogenesis of IC. The IC group ( = 75) comprising the mothers of infants with IC and the control group ( = 75) were included to this cross-sectional case-control study.

Attitudes of parents with children aged 12-18 to COVID-19 vaccines for themselves and their children.

Background: The incidence of vaccine hesitancy is increasing in many countries. This study aims to determine parents` attitudes and related factors regarding COVID-19 vaccine acceptance for themselves and their children aged 12-18.

Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted on parents between 16th November and 31st December 2021, after COVID-19 vaccines were initiated for children in Türkiye.

Investigating the Potential Connection Between Cyberchondria and Vaccine Hesitancy in High School Students.

Background: Internet use, which provides the opportunity to access information from anywhere, and anytime, is increasing among adolescents and young adults. In studies examining the effect of technology use in adults, it has been observed that there is a relationship between cyberchondria and vaccine hesitancy. This study aimed to uncover the potential relationship between cyberchondria and vaccine hesitancy in adolescents and to obtain data for combating anti-vaccination in this age group.

Understanding Vaccine Hesitancy: Social Isolation in Relation to Social Media Addiction and COVID-19 Anxiety.

Background: Despite significant advancements in immunization over the last century, vaccine hesitancy is a major threat to world health. Health-related information available from a variety of sources, including new media such as social media platforms, can encourage vaccine hesitancy. The aim of this study is to determine the level of vaccine hesitation among adults, specifically their belief in the advantages of vaccination and their perceptions of vaccine-related dangers in relation to social media addiction and coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) anxiety.

Processed meat products and snacks consumption in ADHD: A case-control study.

Objective: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has been linked to "unhealthy" food consumption, but the studies in this area are insufficient. The aim of this study is to investigate the relationship between ADHD/related symptoms and processed meat products and snack consumption.

Methods: This study was conducted on 390 children aged between 6 and 17 with 169 ADHD (38 Girls, 131 Boys) and 221 healthy controls (93 Girls, 128 Boys).

Characteristics and Results of Hospital Admission Caused by Influenza Virus Infections in Children under 5 Years Old.

Aims: The influenza virus is an infectious disease with acute respiratory tract infections, caused secondary bacterial infections and death. In this study, we aimed to determine which predictors were associated with the need for high-flow nasal cannula oxygen therapy (HFNC) and transition to intensive care for influenza virus and also to compare single viral pathogens with multiple ones.

Methods: Inpatients under the age of 5 with influenza virus-related respiratory tract infections between November 2015 and March 2019 were included in the study.

Evaluation of the Impact of Environmental Changes on Asthma Control in Children, Access to Health Care, and Treatment Adherence in Early COVID-19 Lockdown.

Objective: During the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, lockdown measures and difficulties in accessing healthcare have impacted asthma management in children. This study aimed to determine the evaluation of the impact of environmental changes on asthma control in children, access to health care, and treatment adherence in early coronavirus disease 2019 lockdown.

Materials And Methods: The study included children with asthma aged 6-11 years.

Anxiety Levels and Changes in Health and Hygiene Behaviors in Mothers of Children with Asthma in Early COVID-19 Lockdown in Turkey.

The restrictions imposed by the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic have caused significant changes in people's lives. This study aimed to investigate anxiety levels and changes in health and hygiene behaviors in mothers of children with asthma in early COVID-19 lockdown in Turkey. This study was a cross-sectional survey conducted on children with asthma, 6 to 11 years of age, between June 1 and 30, 2020, in Turkey.

Digital Papillary Adenocarcinoma: Case of a Rare Malignant Cutaneous Tumor of the Eccrine Sweat Gland.

Digital papillary adenocarcinoma (DPA) is a rare cutaneous tumor originating from the eccrine sweat glands. These lesions occur almost exclusively on the digits of the hands and feet, where there is a high concentration of eccrine glands. The diagnosis is made histologically, and the course of the malignancy tends to be very aggressive with high rates of recurrence and early metastasis at the time of diagnosis.

Clinical and laboratory characteristics of children with SARS-CoV-2 infection.

We describe the demographic, clinical, radiological, and laboratory findings of 422 children (0-18 year-of-age) suspected of having severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection admitted to a pediatric emergency department between March 23, and July 23, 2020. We compared the characteristics of SARS-CoV-2-positive patients to SARS-CoV-2-negative patients. SARS-CoV-2 infection was confirmed in 78 (18.