Risk Factor Analysis Including Inflammatory Markers for ICU Admission and Survival After Pneumonectomy.

To assess the impact of preoperative inflammatory parameters on the necessity for intensive care unit (ICU) admission and survival after pneumonectomy. We enrolled 207 adult patients who underwent pneumonectomy between December 2016 and January 2022. We collected data from patients' electronic medical records.

Mortality risk factors for crush syndrome after an earthquake in Türkiye: Do systemic inflammatory parameters play any role?

Background: The aim of our study is to assess the prognostic impact of the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR), lymphocyte-to-monocyte ratio (LMR), and platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR) on 28-day mortality in patients admitted to the intensive care unit with crush syndrome following the Kahramanmaraş earthquake in Türkiye.

Methods: A total of 63 adult patients with crush syndrome admitted to the intensive care unit after the earthquake were enrolled in this study. The medical records of the patients were examined using follow-up forms and the hospital data system.

The Effect of Oral Fluid Administration 1 Hour before Surgery on Preoperative Anxiety and Gastric Volume in Pediatric Patients.

Introduction: Today, preoperative fasting guidelines have changed, allowing clear liquid intake up to 1 h before surgery. However, concerns remain regarding the risk of aspiration associated with clear liquid intake. This study aimed to investigate the impact of clear fluid given 1 h before surgery on child anxiety and gastric volumes.

The predictive role of carotid artery flow time for anesthesia-induced hypotension in high-risk elderly patients.

Hypotension induced by general anesthesia is associated with postoperative complications, increased mortality, and morbidity, particularly elderly patients. The aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of corrected carotid artery flow time (FTc) for predicting hypotension following anesthesia induction in patients over 65 years old. After faculty ethical committee approval and written informed consent, 138 patients (65 years and older, ASA physical status I-III) who scheduled for elective surgery were included in this study.

Thoracic Anaesthesia Practices in Turkey: A Survey Study.

Objective: In this survey study, we aimed to investigate thoracic anaesthesia practices in Turkey.

Methods: The survey was sent to the members of the Turkish Society of Anesthesiology and Reanimation by e-mail. Participants were asked to answer 35 questions about their thoracic anaesthesia practice.

Molecular determinants of behavioral changes induced by neonatal ketamine and dexmedetomidine application.

Ketamine (KET), an anesthetic, analgesic, and a sedative N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonist agent, exposure during neonatal period may lead to learning impairment, behavioral abnormalities, and cognitive decline in the later years of life. In recent studies, it has been reported that sedative-acting α2 agonist dexmedetomidine (DEX), which is commonly used in clinical practice with KET, has neuroprotective effects and prevents the undesirable effects of anesthesia. To elucidate the underlying mechanisms of these actions, we investigated the interaction between NMDA receptors α adrenoceptor and adulthood behaviors in neonatally KET and/or DEX administrated mice.

The Effect of Sevoflurane and Dexmedetomidine on Pulmonary Mechanics in ICU Patients.

Objective: In intensive care unit (ICU) patients, intravenous (iv) and volatile agents are used for sedation. The aim of the present study was to investigate the effects of dexmedetomidine and sevoflurane on pulmonary mechanics in ICU patients with pulmonary disorders.

Methods: After approval of the ethical committee and informed consent between the ages of 18-65 years were obtained, 30 patients with an American Society of Anesthesiologist status I-III, who were mechanically ventilated, who had pulmonary disorders and who needed sedation were included in the study.

Comparative study of ultrasound-guided paravertebral block versus intravenous tramadol for postoperative pain control in percutaneous nephrolithotomy.

Background: Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is a minimally invasive surgical procedure for renal calculi, and nephrostomy tubes lead to postoperative pain after PCNL. Regional techniques (e.g.

Comparison of the cardioprotective effects of dexmedetomidineand remifentanil in cardiac surgery.

Background/aim: Myocardial protection is an important factor of open heart surgery and biological biomarkers (lactate, CKMB, cardiac troponin I, and pyruvate) are used to assess myocardial damage. This study compares the effects of dexmedetomidine and remifentanil on myocardial protection during coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) surgery. Materials and methods: Patients scheduled for elective CABG surgery (n = 60) were included in this study.

Community acquired infections among refugees leading to Intensive Care Unit admissions in Turkey.

Objectives: Data on the impact of refugees on Intensive Care Units (ICUs) are lacking in the literature, in particular for community-acquired (CA) infectious diseases, for which they are known to be at higher risk. We did a descriptive, multicenter study to analyze CA infections among refugee patients requiring ICU admission.

Methods: Inclusion criteria were adult refugee patients admitted to an ICU due to CA infections.

Cusum analysis for learning curve of videothoracoscopic lobectomy.

Background: Video assisted thoracoscopic (VATS) lobectomy has a demanding learning curve due to its technical complexity and risk of uncontrollable bleeding. We investigated the case number required for gaining technical proficiency by applying cumulative sum analysis on initial VATS lobectomy operations of a single surgeon.

Methods: CALGB definition was used for the definition of VATS lobectomy.

The anesthesia of trachea and bronchus surgery.

The trachea and bronchus surgery is generally performed due to stenosis, traumatic injury, foreign body and tumors. Preoperative evaluation and anesthesia management are very important issues because of higher mortality and morbidity rates. Patients may be asymptomatic, but airway difficulties, hypoxia, stridor, cough, hemoptysis are common conditions in these patient population.

Comparing the Laryngeal Mask Airway, Cobra Perilaryngeal Airway and Face Mask in Children Airway Management.

Objective: We compared the effects of the laryngeal mask airway (LMA), face mask and Cobra perilaryngeal airway (PLA) in the airway management of spontaneously breathing paediatric patients undergoing elective inguinal surgery.

Methods: In this study, 90 cases of 1-14-year-old children undergoing elective inguinal surgery were scheduled. The patients were randomly divided into three groups.

Ultrasound-Guided Rectus Sheath Block in Gynaecological Surgery with Pfannenstiel Incision.

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of ultrasound-guided rectus sheath block in gynaecological surgery with Pfannenstiel incision.

Methods: After the approval of the ethics committee and the patients' consent, 75 ASA I-II patients who were aged between 20 and 70 years and scheduled for a gynaecological surgery with Pfannenstiel incision were included in this study. After induction of general anaesthesia, patients were randomly divided into three groups.

RAPID FLUID ADMINISTRATION AND THE INCIDENCE OF HYPOTENSION INDUCED BY SPINAL ANESTHESIA AND EPHEDRINE REQUIREMENT: THE EFFECT OF CRYSTALLOID VERSUS COLLOID COLOADING.

Purpose: Spinal anesthesia for caesarean delivery is often associated with hypotension. This study was conducted to evaluate the effects of rapid crystalloid (Lactated Ringer's solution; LRS) or colloid (hydroxyethyl starch; HES) cohydration with a second intravenous access line on the incidence of hypotension and ephedrine requirement during spinal anesthesia for cesarean section.

Methods: We studied 90 women with uncomplicated pregnancies undergoing elective cesarean section under spinal anesthesia.

The Effect of Intravenous Dexamethasone on Sugammadex Reversal Time in Children Undergoing Adenotonsillectomy.

Background: Dexamethasone has been shown to cause inhibition of sugammadex reversal in functionally innervated human muscle cells. In this prospective, double-blind, randomized, controlled study, we evaluated the effect of dexamethasone on the reversal time of sugammadex in children undergoing tonsillectomy and/or adenoidectomy.

Methods: We recruited 60 patients with ASA physical status I to II, between the ages of 3 and 8 years, scheduled for elective tonsillectomy and/or adenoidectomy.

Preoperative informational video reduces preoperative anxiety and postoperative negative behavioral changes in children.

Background: Anesthesia and surgery can lead to major distress for children. Sedative premedication and preoperative preparation techniques are available to reduce preoperative anxiety in children. We aimed to assess the effect of informational video based on role-play modelling on preoperative anxiety and postoperative behavior changes in children undergoing surgery.

Comparison between minimal right vertical infra-axillary thoracotomy and standard median sternotomy for repair of atrial septal defects.

Background: The minimal right vertical infra-axillary thoracotomy could be a safe and cosmetic alternative to standard median sternotomy. This study reviews our results and experience with a minimal right vertical infra-axillary thoracotomy technique for the repair of atrial septal defects compared with standard median sternotomy.

Methods: The study was designed as a retrospective, observational, and case-controlled study.

The Effect of Intravenous Magnesium Sulphate Treatment on the Spinal Anaesthesia Produced by Bupivacaine in Pre-eclamptic Patients.

Objective: In our study, the effect of intravenous magnesium sulphate in normal and pre-eclamptic patients on spinal anaesthesia produced by bupivacaine was investigated.

Methods: Sixty-four pregnant (32 normal and 32 pre-eclamptic) were accepted in this study. Pregnants were divided into four groups as patients given intravenous magnesium sulphate and as control.

Coadministration of intravenous remifentanil and morphine for post-thoracotomy pain: comparison with intravenous morphine alone.

Objectives: In this double-blind, randomized study, the authors compared the effects of a patient-controlled remifentanil and morphine combination with morphine alone on post-thoracotomy pain, analgesic consumption, and side effects.

Design: A prospective, randomized, double-blind clinical study.

Setting: University hospital.