Assessing textbook outcomes following major liver surgery in association with obesity at a referral academic center.

Introduction: Outcomes of major surgeries in tertiary educational hospitals have been complicated by the referral of high-risk patients and the participation of trainees in surgical procedures. We analyzed outcomes of major hepatectomies in a tertiary academic setting emphasizing the role of training and obesity on textbook outcomes (TO).

Materials And Methods: 971 adult patients who underwent open major hepatectomy (Mesohepatectomy [n = 111], hemihepatectomy [n = 610], and extended hepatectomy [n = 250]) were evaluated.

ESG investing and the financial performance: a panel data analysis of developed REIT markets.

This study investigates the empirical link between the social and financial performance of the Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) by utilizing the PVAR-Granger causality model and a fixed-effects panel data model with a rich dataset comprising 234 ESG-rated REITs across five developed economies from 2003 to 2019. The results suggest that investors pay attention to individual E/S/G metrics and price each component of ESG investing differently, with E-investing and S-investing practices being the significant financial performance factors of REITs. This study is the first attempt to test the social impact and risk mitigation hypotheses of the stakeholder theory of the corporation and the neoclassic trade-off argument to explore the association between corporate social responsibility and the market valuation of REITs.

Bladder calculi concomitant with benign prostatic enlargement: is prostate surgery mandatory in patients who have never received medical therapy?

The historical dogma that bladder calculi comprise the main indication for prostatic surgery has recently been questioned. In this study, we aimed to predict which patients should undergo simultaneous prostate and bladder calculi surgery or only bladder calculi removal by evaluating preoperative risk factors. One hundred and seventeen men with bladder stones and concomitant benign prostate enlargement (BPE) who had not received medical treatment before were included in the study.

What is the best approach for pediatric kidney stones of moderate-sized between shock wave lithotripsy, ultramini percutaneous nephrolithotomy and retrograde intrarenal surgery?

Purpose: This study aimed to compare the results of ultramini percutaneous nephrolithotomy (UMP), shock wave lithotripsy (SWL) and retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) in pediatric patients with kidney stones 10-20 mm size.

Methods: The files of 159 pediatric patients (36 RIRS, 39 SWL, 84 UMP) with kidney stones were reviewed retrospectively. Preoperative age, sex, stone size and location were evaluated.

Better outcomes with desmopressin melt than enuretic alarm therapy in children with nocturnal enuresis during coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the effect of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on the treatment of children with primary monosymptomatic nocturnal enuresis (MNE) with desmopressin melt versus an enuresis alarm.

Materials And Methods: This study included 56 children with primary MNE who were taking desmopressin melt or using an alarm. Their anxiety levels were evaluated using the Social Anxiety Scale for Children-Revised.

Safety and Efficacy of Flexible Ureterorenoscopy Surgery: Results of Our Large Patient Series.

Introduction: The aim of our study is to evaluate the success rates of our retrograde intrarenal surgery operations and the complications we encountered and to determine in which kidney segment the operations were more successful with flexible ureterorenoscopy.

Methods: The records of retrograde intrarenal surgery operations performed between March 2013 and January 2021 in Health Sciences University, Adana City Training and Research Hospital, urology clinic were analyzed retrospectively. Patients' age, body mass index, operation side, stone size, stone density, duration of operation, first-day and first-month operation success status, presence of preoperative and postoperative ureteral stent, preoperative and postoperative first-day and first-month creatinine levels, and preoperative and postoperative first-day and first-month hematocrit levels were recorded.

Volume should be used instead of diameter for kidney stones between 10 and 20 mm to determine the type of surgery and increase success.

Aim of this study is to categorize stones between 10 and 20 mm according to stone diameter or volume and compare mini percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mPNL) and retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) outcomes. Files of 515 patients who underwent surgery for kidney stones with sizes 10-20 mm were reviewed. Patients were divided into RIRS or mPNL groups.

Predictive Factors Affecting the Success of Nephrectomy for the Treatment of Nephrogenic Hypertension: Multicenter Study.

Introduction: The aim of our study is to evaluate the predictive factors affecting the success of treatment with nephrectomy in patients with poorly functioning kidney and nephrogenic hypertension.

Methods: Data for patients who underwent nephrectomy with a diagnosis of nephrogenic hypertension in 3 centers between May 2010 and January 2020 were analyzed. In the postoperative period, if the blood pressure (BP) was below 140/90 mm Hg without medical treatment, it was accepted as complete response; if the arterial BP was below 140/90 mm Hg with medical treatment or less medication, it was accepted as partial response; and if BP did not decrease to normal values, it was accepted as unresponsive.

Comparison of Laparoscopic and Open Surgery in the Treatment of Renal Hydatid Cysts.

To compare the efficacy, safety, and long-term results of laparoscopic and open approaches in patients undergoing surgery for renal hydatid cyst. The files of 36 patients who were surgically treated in our clinic and with diagnosis of renal cyst hydatid confirmed pathologically were reviewed. According to the surgical technique applied, the patients were divided into two groups as open (group 1) or laparoscopic (group 2) partial pericystectomy.

Long-term follow-up results and complications in cancer patients with persistent nephrostomy due to malignant ureteral obstruction.

Purpose: We aimed to evaluate the long-term complications and predisposing factors for these complications in patients with malignant ureteral obstruction (MUO) treated with percutaneous nephrostomy (PN).

Methods: The records of patients with MUO treated with PN between January 2015 and 2018 were retrospectively reviewed for PN dislodgement, PN obstruction, PN replacement, pyelonephritis, hospitalizations due to PN complications, and other complications due to PN such as macroscopic hematuria, skin infections, or renal/perirenal abscess.

Results: Data for a total of 147 patients (229 renal units [RU], 107 males, 40 females) were evaluated.

A Different and Novel Alternative (ADANA) Renal Access Technique when CT or USG Guidance Is Inadequate in Case of Retro-Renal Colon.

Introduction: Computed tomography (CT) or ultrasonography (USG)-guided renal access for percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PNL) is not suitable in all cases with retro-renal colon (RRC) due to anatomical and technical restrictions. We would like to describe our novel technique that permits standard subcostal renal access with a small incision for these patients.

Methods: This method was performed on adult patients with severe RRC and complex renal stones who were not suitable for renal access with CT or USG guidance.

Live surgical demonstrations for minimally invasive colorectal training.

Purpose: Live surgical demonstrations are considered an effective educational tool providing a chance for trainees to observe a real-time decision-making process of expert surgeons. No data exists evaluating the impact of live surgical demonstrations on the outcomes of minimally invasive colorectal surgery. This study evaluates perioperative and short-term postoperative outcomes in patients undergoing minimally invasive colorectal surgery in the setting of live surgical demonstrations.

Conservative/surgical treatment predictors of maternal hydronephrosis: results of a single-center retrospective non-randomized non-controlled observational study.

Purpose: To determine the parameters that may help the clinicians decide the best suitable treatment method for the pregnant women with symptomatic hydronephrosis which will be based on the easily accessible laboratory tests, monitoring methods and clinical symptoms.

Methods: Digital data and documents of 246 pregnant women with symptomatic hydronephrosis who were hospitalized in our clinic between the dates of January 2011 and January 2016 were retrospectively evaluated. All patients were statistically evaluated in terms of age, symptomatic maximal anterior-posterior diameter of the renal pelvis (MADP), parity, C-reactive protein (CRP) level, white blood cell count (WBC), presence of pyuria, growth of urine culture, fever, serum urine and creatinine levels, visual analog scale (VAS) score of pre- and post-therapy and threatened preterm labor.

Safety and Efficacy of Pneumatic Lithotripters Versus Holmium Laser on Multiple Ureteral Calculi.

Background: Different energy sources can be used for ureteroscopic stone fragmentation, such as pneumatic, ultrasonic, laser or electrohydraulic. The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy and safety of pneumatic lithotripters versus Ho: YAG laser in the treatment of multiple stones in the distal ureter.

Methods: A retrospective evaluation was done using the data of patients to whom ureteroscopic lithotripsy (URL) was applied for ureter stones in our clinic.

Evaluation of prognostic factors and treatment in advanced small bowel adenocarcinoma: report of a multi-institutional experience of Anatolian Society of Medical Oncology (ASMO).

Purpose: Small bowel adenocarcinoma (SBA) is a rare tumor of the gastrointestinal system with poor prognosis. Since these are rarely encountered tumors, there are limited numbers of studies investigating systemic treatment in advanced SBA. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the prognostic factors and systemic treatments in patients with advance SBA.

Treatment of Moderate Sized Renal Pelvis Calculi: Stone Clearance Time Comparison of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy and Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery.

Purpose: To compare the stone clearance times in patients undergoing extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (SWL) or retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) for single radiopaque renal pelvis stones 10-20 mm in size. The results of this study may guide urologists and patients and aid in selecting the optimal preoperative treatment.

Materials And Methods: Between January 2013 and February 2015, we conducted a retrospective study and collected data from 333 patients treated with SWL (n = 172) or RIRS (n = 161).

Epidemiology and risk factors for venous thromboembolism in lung cancer.

Purpose Of Review: Cancer is a strong risk factor for venous thromboembolism (VTE). In patients with lung cancer VTE is a significant cause for morbidity and mortality. The purpose of the review is to summarize the epidemiology of thrombotic events, risk factors for VTE and the clinical impact of VTE in patients with lung cancer.

Monotherapy for hepatitis B infection: a review of treatment options.

Chronic hepatitis B (CHB) is a global health problem, causing liver failure, cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. CHB treatment aims to prevent liver-related complication. The treatment of CHB infection includes monotherapy with either interferons (IFNs) or nucleos(t)ide (NUC) analogs.

A Rare Foreign Material in the Bladder: Piece of Pencil.

Cases with foreign bodies in the bladder are rarely seen. According to literature, it has been reported that foreign bodies were removed from the bladder. The etiology of these cases are iatrogenic causes, migration from adjacent organs, tissues and self-insertion.

Can a four-session biofeedback regimen be used effectively for treating children with dysfunctional voiding?

Objective: To compare the outcomes of the open-ended six to ten sessions of biofeedback against a novel regime of four sessions of biofeedback to treat children with dysfunctional voiding.

Materials And Methods: Patients from two centers using different methods were retrospectively analyzed. Group 1 comprised 20 patients treated with four sessions of biofeedback.