Publications by authors named "Yasemin Altıntas"
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- This study compares two surgical methods, Hartmann's procedure (HP) and resection with primary anastomosis (RPA), for treating acute left-sided colonic emergencies among 1215 patients from 204 centers globally.
- Results showed that while HP was the more common treatment (57.3%), RPA was favored for younger patients with fewer health issues and those needing surgery sooner.
- The study concluded that although HP is still widely used, RPA might be the better option, emphasizing the importance of patient characteristics and surgeon experience in determining treatment choice.
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- The ChoCO-W study aimed to examine the effects of COVID-19 on the clinical presentation and outcomes of acute cholecystitis, particularly focusing on the rise of gangrenous cases during the pandemic.
- Over 2,800 patients from 42 countries were enrolled, with a notable 6.9% testing positive for COVID-19, revealing a significantly higher prevalence of preexisting conditions and more severe outcomes in this group compared to those without the virus.
- Patients with COVID-19 experienced higher postoperative complications (32.2% vs. 11.7%), longer hospital stays (13.21 days vs. 6.51 days), increased mortality rates (13.4% vs. 1.7
Predictive Factors Affecting Recurrence of Anal Fistula after LIFT Procedure.
J Coll Physicians Surg Pak
November 2022
Objective: To determine the predictive factors affecting the recurrence or persistence of anal fistula of demographic and technical variables.
Study Design: Descriptive study.
Place And Duration Of Study: Department of General Surgery and Radiology, Private Ortadogu Hospital General, Turkey, between 2014 and 2020.
Article Synopsis
- Ultrasound elastography is increasingly used in diagnosing the stiffness of breast tissues to differentiate between benign and malignant masses.
- A study of 163 breast lesions evaluated the effectiveness of strain elastography (SE), shear wave elastography (SWE), and point shear wave elastography (STQ) alongside traditional B-mode ultrasound.
- The findings revealed that all elastography methods performed better in diagnostic accuracy and predictive value compared to B-mode ultrasound alone, with high specificity and sensitivity rates in identifying breast lesions.
Purpose: This cohort aimed to determine the efficacy and safety of abdominal ulrasonography and cine-MRI by a double-blind study in the diagnosis of intraabdominal organs and abdominal wall adhesions in patients with previous abdominal operations.
Methods: Between 2017 and 2019, 108 consecutive patients were prospectively included in the study. Visceral slide and induced visceral slide were measured during AU and cine-MRI.
Prognostic Value of CDX2 and Villin Expression in Advanced Stage Colorectal Carcinoma.
J Coll Physicians Surg Pak
November 2019
Objective: To determine the frequency of expression of CDX2 and Villin in a subsection of advanced stage primary colorectal cancers and detect its association with tumour differentiation, lymph node metastasis, invasion and survival.
Study Design: A descriptive study.
Place And Duration Of Study: Ortadogu Private Hospital, Adana, Turkey, from January 2012 to March 2017.
Background: Liver hydatid disease is a common benign condition in many countries. Compared to open surgery, laparoscopic treatment can play an important role in improving the post-operative recovery, reducing the morbidity and recurrence rate of these patients.The purpose of this study is to show that the laparoscopic method is effective and safe in the treatment of liver hydatid cysts compared to open surgery, even in large cysts.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFComparing Reinforcement Options for the Staple Line of Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy.
J Coll Physicians Surg Pak
July 2019
Objective: To compare three reinforcement options (suture, fibrin glue, and no reinforcement) for staple line reinforcement of patients undergoing laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy.
Study Design: An experimental study.
Place And Duration Of Study: Ortadogu Hospital, Adana, Turkey, from 2013 to 2017.
Evaluation of GeneXpert MTB/RIF Assay for Detection of Pulmonary Tuberculosis on Sputum Samples.
J Coll Physicians Surg Pak
January 2019
Objective: To analyse the diagnostic performance of MTB/RIF assay for the diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis and detection of rifampicin resistance using sputum samples.
Study Design: Observational cross-sectional study.
Place And Duration Of Study: Provincial TB Reference Laboratory (PTRL), Hayatabad Medical Complex, Peshawar, Pakistan, from January to October 2015.
Background: Epidemiological data demonstrate that the worldwide prevalence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is increasing. These patients have an increased risk of mortality and morbidity and have constant limitations in airflow. Comparing laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) under spinal anesthesia (SA) and general anesthesia (GA).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Mastalgia, or breast pain, is one of the most important complaints referred to outpatient clinics. The objective of this study was to evaluate the factors causing mastalgia. All patients who presented to our clinic with complaints of mastalgia were assessed along with their type of mastalgia symptoms, menopausal status, and radiology results.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: This study aimed to evaluate the applicability, safety, results, and functional performance of Permacol™ collagen paste injection in patients with an anal fistula.
Methods: Thirty-one patients with anal fistula underwent Permacol™ collagen paste injection between February 2015 and February 2017. The patients were followed up for a total of 12 months with recovery conditions monitored at intervals of 3, 6, and 12 months.
The prevalence and significance of incidental middle ear and mastoid cavity abnormalities on MRI in a pediatric population.
Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol
December 2008
Objective: The purposes of this study were to determine the prevalence of abnormalities in the middle ear and mastoid cavity on the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in children and correlate the results with clinical data, tympanometric findings and paranasal sinus changes.
Materials And Methods: A total of 85 consecutive pediatric patients for suspected non-inflammatory intracranial pathologies were prospectively examined. MRI was conducted for the suspected intracranial pathology.