The effect of different beverages on the surface characteristics of PEEK and PEKK polymers.

Purpose: To evaluate the effects of various beverages on surface roughness and microhardness of PEEK and PEKK polymers.

Methods: Rectangular-shaped PEEK and PEKK polymers were fabricated and examined in the study. The specimens were immersed for 28 days at 37°C in red wine, coffee, and distilled water.

Comparison of the postoperative analgesic efficacy of serratus anterior plane block with different types of blocks for video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Background: The study aimed to compare the analgesic efficacy of single-shot serratus anterior plane block (SAPB) for video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) with other regional block techniques.

Methods: In this meta-analysis, randomized controlled trials published in the PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, ClinicalKey, and PROSPERO electronic databases between March 24, 2014 and March 24, 2024 comparing the analgesic efficacy of SABP with other regional blocks in adult patients undergoing VATS were reviewed.

Results: Nine randomized controlled trials consisting of a total of 537 participants (287 males, 250 females; mean age: 55.

Iodine deficiency and its association with periodontitis: A randomized controlled triple-blinded clinical study.

Background: Numerous research studies have explored the impact of micronutrients, including dietary minerals such as iron, zinc, selenium, copper, and vitamins A, B complex, C, D, and E, on periodontitis. However, there is no literature investigating the role of iodine in periodontal health.

Objectives: This study aimed to examine the potential influence of iodine, a trace element, on periodontal health, an area that has not yet been researched.

Exploring the potential of artificial intelligence models for triage in the emergency department.

Objective: To perform a comparative analysis of the three-level triage protocol conducted by triage nurses and emergency medicine doctors with the use of ChatGPT, Gemini, and Pi, which are recognized artificial intelligence (AI) models widely used in the daily life.

Materials And Methods: The study was prospectively conducted with patients presenting to the emergency department of a tertiary care hospital from 1 April 2024, to 7 April 2024. Among the patients who presented to the emergency department over this period, data pertaining to their primary complaints, arterial blood pressure values, heart rates, peripheral oxygen saturation values measured by pulse oximetry, body temperature values, age, and gender characteristics were analyzed.

Treatment approach in bilateral pulmonary hydatid cysts: analysis of 107 consecutive cases.

Objective: Bilateral pulmonary involvement is observed in around 14% of cases of pulmonary hydatid cysts and the treatment can be challenging. This study evaluates the clinical characteristics and treatment strategies used for cases of bilateral pulmonary hydatid cysts.

Materials And Methods: A retrospective examination was conducted on 107 consecutive cases of bilateral pulmonary hydatid cysts treated in our clinic between January 2003 and December 2023.

Former jean sandblasters die younger.

Background: Silicosis remains a critical public and occupational health issue, exacerbated by its expansion into non-traditional industries and resulting in significant global morbidity and mortality.

Aims: This study aims to investigate the death rates associated with silicosis from jean sandblasting by comparing the results of diagnosed individuals to those of the general population.

Methods: Conducted from 2008 to 2023 in Taşlıçay and Toklular villages, Bingöl City, Turkey, this retrospective cohort study analysed mortality among 220 diagnosed males versus 2851 undiagnosed residents.

The role of blood nitric oxide level in predicting return of spontaneous circulation: a prospective case-control study.

Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate whether there is a difference in serum nitric oxide levels between patients who return spontaneously after cardiopulmonary resuscitation and those who do not. We also examined the potential of using serum nitric oxide levels as a marker to make an accurate decision about patient survival.

Methods: We included 100 consecutive patients who were brought to the emergency clinic due to cardiac arrest.

An assessment of musculoskeletal disorders and physical activity levels in dentists: A cross-sectional study.

Background: Dentistry is a physically and mentally demanding profession that involves long periods of muscle imbalance and asymmetrical postures when performing delicate procedures. This can lead to a high incidence of work-related diseases. However, physical activity may prevent or minimize the incidence of musculoskeletal discomfort and pain.

The Association Between Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Arrival Temperatures and Short-Term Outcomes of Neonates with Moderate and Severe Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy.

Therapeutic hypothermia (TH) is the only treatment method that is known to reduce mortality and neurological sequela rates in newborns with moderate and severe hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE). We aimed to evaluate the relationship between rectal temperatures measured upon arrival to our unit and short-term outcomes in newborns with HIE/TH. This was a retrospective study conducted between January 2022 and January 2023.

Using patients' oral photographs for oral hygiene motivation promotes periodontal health: a prospective randomized controlled trial.

Objectives: The aim of this prospective, randomized, controlled, single-centered, examiner-blinded clinical trial was to evaluate the effectiveness of a personalized and visual oral health education program in addition to conventional oral hygiene education.

Materials And Methods: Fifty-six non-smoker, right-handed participants (aged 30.34 ± 11.

Doubling time in pulmonary and hepatic hydatid cysts.

Background: This study aims to investigate whether the concept of doubling time in hydatid cysts differs according to different parameters such as age, sex, and whether the cyst is located in the lung or liver. Background: This study aims to investigate whether the concept of doubling time in hydatid cysts differs according to different parameters such as age, sex, and whether the cyst is located in the lung or liver.

Methods: Between January 2012 and August 2023, a total of 138 hydatid cysts were retrospectively analyzed.

A Randomised Trial on the Effects of the Addition of Uterosacral Ligament Plication to Pectopexy Operation on Anatomical Restoration and Female Sexual Functions.

Introduction And Hypothesis: The objective was to determine whether the addition of uterosacral ligament plication to pectopexy for pelvic organ prolapse increases anatomical improvement and female sexual functioning.

Methods: This is a prospective randomised study. Forty patients who underwent laparoscopic pectopexy (LP) and laparoscopic pectopexy with uterosacral ligament plication (LPUSL) were included in the study.

The Potential Impact of Agouti Related Peptide and Asprosin on Metabolic Parameters and Eating Behavior in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.

Introduction: We aimed to evaluate Agouti-Related Peptide (AgRP) and asprosin levels in adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and to examine the relationship between eating behavior, metabolic parameters, AgRP and asprosin.

Methods: Forty-five adult ADHD patients and 45 controls were included in the study. The Adult Diagnostic Interview Scale for ADHD (DIVA 2.

Correction: Validity and reliability of the Professionalism Assessment Scale in Turkish medical students.

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Comparing Capitonnage and Uncapitonnage Techniques for Pulmonary Hydatid Cysts: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Surgery is the primary treatment for pulmonary hydatid cysts. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to compare the results of capitonnage and uncapitonnage techniques for the surgery of pulmonary hydatid cysts. Descriptive Boolean queries were used to search PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science for articles published up to June 2022 to evaluate the outcomes of pulmonary hydatid cysts in terms of mortality, postoperative complications, and hospital stay.

Porphyromonas gingivalis enhances the senescence-induced increase of 5-alpha reductase in gingival fibroblasts.

Objectives: Aging is characterized by chronic inflammatory activity. Senescent cells increase with chronic inflammation and age-related pathologies, including periodontal disease. As a critical regulator of tissue inflammaging, we hypothesized that 5α reductase (5αR) is associated with periodontal disease and bacteria-induced senescence in gingival fibroblasts.

Association between androgenetic alopecia and periodontitis.

Aim: Androgenic alopecia (AGA) is men's most common form of hair loss. It is affected by changes in the expression and activity of 5αR and the metabolism of testosterone and DHT. There is an association between AGA and systemic inflammatory diseases.

Is surgical indication in multiple myeloma a poor prognosis sign? SEER database analysis.

Aim: This study aims to investigate demographic data, survival rates, and the relationship of these rates with surgery in a large case series including multiple myeloma (MM) patients.

Method: MM cases were analyzed retrospectively using the latest version of the SEER database published in April 2020. This version covers January 1975 to December 2017.

Analgesic effect of erector spinae plane block after cesarean section: A randomized controlled trial.

Background: Ultrasound-guided bilateral erector spinae plane block is also a technique for providing analgesia after a cesarean section.

Aim: We hypothesized that bilateral erector spinae plane block applied from the transverse process of T9 who underwent elective cesarean section could provide effective postoperative analgesia.

Patients And Methods: Fifty parturients who were scheduled to undergo elective cesarean section under spinal anesthesia were included in the study.

Validity and reliability of the Professionalism Assessment Scale in Turkish medical students.

Medical professionalism is a basic competency in medical education. This study aimed to adapt the Professionalism Assessment Scale, which is used to evaluate the professionalism attitudes of medical students, into Turkish and to assess its validity and reliability. First, the scale's translation-back-translation was performed and piloted on 30 students.

The Relationship Between Eating-Attitudes and Clinical Characteristics, Agouti-Related Peptide, and Other Biochemical Markers in Adult-Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.

Objective: In our study, we aimed to evaluate eating-attitudes in adult-ADHD, and to examine its relationship with sociodemographic, clinical, AgRP, and biochemical parameters.

Method: The study included 70 adult-patients and 47 healthy-controls. The DIVA2.

Comparison of Surgical Treatment Results of Large Incisional Hernias.

Introduction Incisional hernias are one of the most common complications after abdominal surgery. Surgical repairs of large incisional hernias have higher complications and recurrence rates compared to smaller incisional hernia repairs. For this reason, it is a more difficult and experience-requiring application for surgeons.

Evaluation of pulmonary nodules by magnetic resonance imaging sequences: which sequence will replace computed tomography?

Objective: This study aimed to determine the role of magnetic resonance imaging in minimizing radiation exposure, especially in the follow-up of pulmonary nodules.

Methods: Patients who applied to our hospital between April 2013 and August 2018 for various reasons and had lung-mediastinal dynamic magnetic resonance imaging and thoracic computed tomography were included in the study. A total of 194 patients were included in the study, involving 84 females and 110 males.