Publications by authors named "O C Demirtas"
Background: This study examined the impact of neurosurgeons' experience on surgical timing and outcomes in aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH) and questioned the adherence to early surgery as recommended by recent guidelines.
Methods: A retrospective analysis of 196 aSAH patients treated between 2013 and 2020 was conducted. Variables included age, sex, initial Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) scores, World Federation of Neurological Surgeons grades, Fisher's grades, rebleeding, hydrocephalus, and preoperative-postoperative neurological status.
Objective: This study aims to compare the impact of 3 surgical techniques-stand-alone cage placement (SAC), anterior cervical plate (ACP) fixation, and total disc replacement (TDR)-on cervical lordosis restoration and segmental height after anterior cervical discectomy at C5-6 level. To eliminate the effect of lordosis between different levels, patients operated on at the same level were included in the study. Restoring cervical lordosis is crucial for improving patient outcomes, including pain reduction and preventing mechanical complications.
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- The study explores the connection between PTSD, depression, anxiety, and the quality of life among Syrian refugees, using data from 613 adult refugees collected through face-to-face surveys.
- It utilizes various scales for measurement, and analysis reveals that mental health issues are significantly associated with factors like gender, income, employment, trauma history, and healthcare use.
- The findings indicate that mental disorders affect quality of life and are interrelated, emphasizing the need to consider social, economic, and cultural factors in addressing the mental health needs of refugees.
Background And Objectives: The internal capsule is supplied by perforators originating from the internal carotid artery, middle cerebral artery, anterior choroidal artery and anterior cerebral artery. The aim of this study is to examine the vascular anatomy of the internal capsule, along with its related white matter anatomy, in order to prevent potential risks and complications during surgical interventions.
Methods: Twenty injected hemispheres prepared according to the Klingler method were dissected.
This video article explores a case of tethered cord release through a minimally invasive biportal endoscopic approach. A 24-year-old female with chronic back pain and thigh numbness underwent surgery. The chosen approach involved biportal endoscopic technique, demonstrating precision with minimal bone excision.
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