Management of Biliary Complications in Liver Transplant Recipients with Duct-To-Duct Anastomosis: A Single-Center Experience.

Background: The aims of this study were to investigate biliary complications in liver transplant recipients with choledochocholedocho stomy anastomosis, to identify the risk factors for the development of such complications, and to evaluate the success of endoscopic approaches in liver transplant recipients.

Methods: Between January 2013 and May 2021, a total of 238 patients with liver diseases underwent liver transplantation: 174 recipients undergoing choledochocholedochostomy anastomosis were included in the analysis.

Results: Their median age was 54.

Respiratory problems and associated factors following endoscopic balloon dilatation procedure in children with acquired subglottic stenosıs.

Objectives: Endoscopic balloon dilatation (EBD) offers a safe and non-invasive surgical option for the treatment of subglottic stenosis. Patient selection is important to achieve good results and to detect which patients are more prone to the development of complications. The aim of this study was to determine predictors of postoperative problems and early complications in primary EBD surgeries.

Evaluation of Oropharyngeal Dysphagia in Elderly Patients with Pharyngeal Aberrant Internal Carotid Artery Using the Eating Assessment Tool-10 (EAT-10).

Pharyngeal aberrant internal carotid artery (PAICA) has been reported to be a cause of oropharyngeal dysphagia (OD) in case reports. However, as there have been no clinical studies, the relationship between PAICA and OD is not clear. The aim of this study was to investigate the perception of OD in elderly PAICA patients using the Eating Assessment Tool-10 (EAT-10).

Live Donor Assessment Tool (LDAT): A Turkish validity and reliability study.

Background/aims: Psychosocial and psychiatric evaluations are crucial components of the assessment of a live donor candidate. The Live Donor Assessment Tool (LDAT) was developed for this purpose. This study aims to evaluate the validity and reliability of the Turkish version of LDAT.

The effect of N-acetyl cysteine on biofilm layers in an experimental model of chronic otitis media.

Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the efficacy of N-acetylcysteine (NAC) on biofilm layers and on the course of disease in chronic otitis media.

Methods: Twenty-five rats that were induced with chronic otitis media (COM) were separated into three groups. In Group 1 (N = 18), 0.

Laryngoscopic Examination During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Turkish Voice Speech and Swallowing Disorders Society and Turkish Professional Voice Society Recommendations.

COVID-19 is highly transmissible and spreads rapidly in the population. This increases the occupational risk for health care workers. In otolaryngology clinic practice, patients with upper respiratory tract infection symptoms are common.

Renal Autotransplantation in a Patient with Bilateral Renal Artery Stenosis Secondary to Takayasu Arteritis.

Involvement of the renal artery is common in Takayasu arteritis. We, herein, present on a patient with Takayasu arteritis causing severe renal failure and a successful auto-transplantation. This case shows that early diagnosis and immediate appropriate interventions are life-saving in patients with Takayasu arteritis.

The Role of Nutritional and Dietary Habits in Etiology in Pediatric Vocal Fold Nodule.

Objectives: In pediatric pediatric vocal fold nodule (VFN) patients, different causes have been suggested in the development of the vocal cord nodule, including laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR). It is known that the content of consumed foods, obesity, and other dietary behaviors are among the risk factors for the development of reflux. The aim of this study was to evaluate dietary and food consumption habits in pediatric VFN patients.

Surgical Drains After Laparoscopic Donor Nephrectomy: Needed or Not?

BACKGROUND Routine placement of prophylactic drains after laparoscopic donor nephrectomy has been suggested and has become common practice in some centers. However, there is a lack of evidence proving the surgical benefits of routine drain placement in laparoscopic donor nephrectomy. Here, we assessed the effect of surgical drain placement on recovery, length of hospital stay, and complication rates of live kidney donors.

Reliability and Validity of the Turkish Version of the Glasgow-Edinburgh Throat Scale: Use for a Symptom Scale of Globus Sensation in Turkish Population.

Objective: In this study, we aimed to translate the Glasgow-Edinburgh Throat Scale (GETS) into Turkish and test its reliability and validity.

Methods: A total of 69 patients with globus sensation and no signs of otolaryngologic or gastroenterological disease in etiology were included in the study. The patients were asked to complete the translated Turkish version (GETS-T) of GETS and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS).

Challenges of pancreas transplantation in developing countries, exploring the Turkey example.

Pancreas transplantation significantly improves the quality of life for people with type 1 diabetes, primarily by eliminating the need for insulin and frequent blood glucose measurements. Despite the growing numbers of solid organ transplantations worldwide, number of pancreas transplantations in the developing countries` remain significantly low. This difference of pancreas transplantation practices was striking among the participating countries at the 1st International Transplant Network Meeting which was held in Turkey on 2018.

Effect of chlorhexidine/benzydamine soaked pharyngeal packing on throat pain and postoperative nausea & vomiting in orthognathic surgery.

Pharyngeal packing is believed to reduce postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) frequency, but has the disadvantage of causing throat pain. The present study aimed to investigate whether applying pharyngeal packs soaked with a combination of chlorhexidine gluconate 0.2% and benzydamine hydrochloride 0.

Reconstruction of a Huge Residual Palatal Cleft.

Closure of large oronasal fistula (ONF) in cleft patients is a challenge for patients and surgeons. The extent of functional impairment has psychologic, social, and developmental consequences. The ONF affects the feeding and speech of patients.

Comparison of the Effects of 2 Surgical Techniques Used in the Treatment of Concha Bullosa on Olfactory Functions.

Introduction: Concha bullosa (CB), which is pneumatization of the concha, is one of the most commonly seen anatomic variations of the lateral nasal wall.

Objective: To investigate the effects on olfactory function of lateral turbinectomy and crushing methods used in the surgical treatment of CB.

Methods: The study included a total of 47 patients operated on for a diagnosis of CB and nasal septum deviation.

Therapeutic Effect of Plasmapheresis and Intravenous Immunoglobulin in Recipients of Kidney Transplant With High Panel-reactive Antibody Levels: A Single-center Experience.

Objective: High panel-reactive antibody (PRA) levels limit patients' access to kidney transplantation from potential living donor candidates and decrease renal graft survival by causing acute antibody-mediated rejection (AAMR). In this article, we report our experiences about the efficiency of plasmapheresis (PP) and intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) in reduction of serum PRA levels in candidates for renal transplantation and in patients with AAMR.

Methods: We examined retrospectively 47 patients with high PRA levels (18 for desensitization (DS) and 29 with AAMR) at Ankara University.

Maintenance Immunosuppressive Treatment of Renal Transplant Recipients in the Critical Care Unit.

Background: In intensive care unit (ICU), although there is no standard protocol for maintenance of immunosuppressive (IS) treatments for the kidney transplant recipients (KTx), the dose and the number of IS drugs are decreased according to the center's experience. The aim of this study is to evaluate the changes in IS treatment during stays in the ICU and to evaluate the safety and results of this modification on the IS treatment in the ICU arbitrarily.

Method: We evaluated retrospectively our kidney transplant recipients in ICU between 2012 and 2017.

Is There a Correlation with Pre-donation Kidney Volume and Renal Function in the Renal Transplant Recipient?: A Volumetric Computed Tomography Study.

Purpose: The aim of this study is to determine the correlation between the predonation computed tomography (CT)-based calculated kidney volume and post-transplant renal function in recipients of renal transplants and to compare two different CT techniques.

Material And Methods: The study group is comprised of 55 paired living kidney donor-recipients transplants. The total parenchymal renal volumes were calculated by using two CT-based techniques (3-dimensional renal volume [3DRV] and voxel-based volume calculation).

Outcomes of Canakinumab Treatment in Recipients of Kidney Transplant With Familial Mediterranean Fever: A Case Series.

Familial Mediterranean fever (FMF) is an important and preventable cause of chronic kidney disease due to secondary amyloidosis. Although colchicine is the first-line therapy in patients with FMF with 60% to 65% complete remission rates, 5% to 10% of patients are colchicine-resistant and 5% to 10% of them are intolerant to the therapy. Anti-interleukin-1 agents, such as anakinra and canakinumab, are safe and efficient therapeutic options in patients with colchicine resistance or intolerance.

Long-term Results of Kidney Transplantation in Patients With Familial Mediterranean Fever and Amyloidosis.

Introduction: Amyloid A amyloidosis is most commonly caused by familial Mediterranean fever (FMF) in Turkey. Amyloidosis secondary to FMF is an important cause of end-stage renal failure, and kidney transplantation (KT) in these cases can be complicated, with long-term results oftentimes inferior compared with organ transplant in patients without FMF. The present study aims to show the long-term results of patients with secondary amyloidosis caused by FMF undergoing KT .

Which Treatment Is Effective for Bruxism: Occlusal Splints or Botulinum Toxin?

Purpose: The aim of the present study was to compare the efficacy of an occlusal splint and botulinum toxin for the treatment of bruxism.

Patients And Methods: Seventy-three patients with myofascial pain due to bruxism were included in the present study. The patients were allocated into 3 groups.

Versatility of high resolution ultrasonography in the assessment of granulomas and radicular cysts: a comparative in vivo study.

Objectives: To evaluate and compare the diagnostic potential of high resolution ultrasound with periapical radiographs (PR) and CBCT in assessing granulomas and radicular cysts.

Methods: This study included a total of 33 teeth from 33 patients with periapical lesions. Subjects were distributed among three groups.

The effect of poly-p-dioxanone plate on the protection and vitality of cartilage: An animal study.

Objectives/hypothesis: In septorhinoplasty, septal, auricular, and costal cartilage are often used as autologous graft. Autologous grafts are preferred in nasal reconstruction. The aim of this study was to histopathologically examine the tissue compatibility and the effect on the stability and cartilage vitality of poly-p-dioxanone (PDS) plates.