Publications by authors named "N Sokucu"
Background/aim: This study aimed to determine the role of the peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma (PPARg) C161T genotype and allele frequencies in predisposition to colorectal cancer (CRC).
Patients And Methods: PPARg C161T (His447His; rs3856806) gene polymorphisms were determined by polymerase chain reaction-restriction fragment length polymorphism analysis in patients with CRC (n=101) and controls (n=238).
Results: The T161 allele (CT+TT genotypes) of PPARg C161T polymorphism was associated with CRC development (p<0.
Background: Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPARγ) is a ligand dependent transcription factor involved in various processes, including carcinogenesis. We aimed to investigate any possible association of the PPARγPro12Ala (rs1801282) polymorphism with risk of developing gastric cancer (GC).
Patients And Methods: A hospital based case control study was designed covering 50 patients with GC and 120 healthy controls.
Introduction: Experience in the use of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) for the investigation and treatment of pancreaticobiliary disorders is relatively limited in children. This report reviews the experience in a single institution with pediatric ERCPs and documents the indications, success rate, diagnostic and therapeutic yields, complications, and the impact on patient management.
Patients And Methods: The data of all consecutive patients aged < or = 18 years who underwent ERCP procedures between the years 1997 and 2007 were retrospectively identified through a computer database search.
Background: Surgery for liver hydatidosis can result in serious morbidity and mortality. The role and efficacy of ERCP in the management of these complications was reviewed.
Methods: Retrospective analysis of 79 patients with liver hydatidosis who underwent ERCP for postoperative complications.