Preoperative Consultations and Their Effect on Surgical Delays and Mortality in Hip Fracture Surgery.

Objective: The impact of preoperative consultations on mortality and morbidity rates, and their association with delays and hospital stays for surgery, remains a topic of discussion. This study aims to elucidate the necessity of consultations for those undergoing femoral neck fracture surgery, examining their influence on delays, hospital durations, and their correlation with mortality rates.

Methods: The study examined data from 320 emergency department patients with femoral neck fractures undergoing hip arthroplasty surgery at our hospital between 2011 and 2021, using digital medical records.

Factors predictive of early reactivation after ıntravitreal ranibizumab in agressive retinopathy of prematurity.

Objective: Anti-VEGF agents are used in the treatment of aggressive retinopathy of prematurity (A-ROP), which is a rapidly progressive form of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP). This study aimed to evaluate risk factors for the early reactivation after anti-VEGF therapy with intravitreal ranibizumab (IVR) injection.

Methods: Consecutive cases of A-ROP were included in this retrospective study.

Systemic Statin Use and Pulp Chamber Calcification: A Pilot Retrospective Case-Control Study Using Cone-Beam Computed Tomography.

Objectives: This pilot retrospective case-control study questioned whether systemic statin use causes pulp calcification using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images from the patients prescribed oral statins and comparing those of healthy individuals.

Subjects And Methods: CBCT scans of 54 patients, including 27 age- and sex-matched patients for the study and control groups, were analysed using Mimics Innovation Suite software. The study included patients using statins regularly for at least 1 year.

Nano-titanium coating on glass surface to improve platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) quality.

The quality of platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) is contingent on the surface characteristics interfacing with blood. Titanium's superior platelet activation, surpassing silica, has made Titanium-platelet-rich fibrin (T-PRF) a favored autogenous bone graft material due to its extended degradation time. Pioneering a novel approach, this study aims to achieve an enhanced fibrin structure using glass tubes coated with nano-titanium, marking the surface's debut in our PRF production endeavors.

Invasive Aspergillosis in Kidney and Liver Transplant Recipients From a Pediatric Donor.

Invasive aspergillosis is a rare but serious complication that can occur in solid-organ transplant recipients. This condition arises from an infection caused by Aspergillus, a widespread mold typically transmitted through the inhalation of its spores (conidia). This report presents 3 unique cases of invasive aspergillosis in patients who received either kidney or liver transplants from a 17-year-old deceased pediatric donor.

Key Aspects of Pediatric Liver Transplant Patient Visits to the Pediatric Emergency Department.

Objectives: Patients with liver transplant can present to a pediatric emergency department with short- and long-term complications of transplant. Here, we described clinical features of pediatric liver transplant patients admitted to the pediatric emergency department and identified risk factors that may lead to pediatric intensive care unit admission.

Materials And Methods: We retrospectively evaluated pediatric liver transplant patients admitted posttransplant to Baskent University Hospital's pediatric emergency department in 2023.

Identification of Psychosocial Issues in Pediatric Patients Undergoing or Waiting for Organ Transplant: A Systematic Review.

Objectives: Despite increased rates of survival, pediatric organ transplant is characterized by clinical complexities and psychosocial challenges. Understanding and addressing the psychosocial issues inherent in this population are crucial for optimizing their overall well-being and transplant outcomes. In this systematic review, we thus aimed to provide a comprehensive analysis of the psychosocial issues encountered by pediatric patients undergoing or awaiting organ transplant.

Awareness on Organ Donation Among Young People.

Objectives: This study investigated the level of organ donation awareness among students at vocational schools of different sectors in order to measure of awareness of organ donation among young population of our society.

Materials And Methods: Voluntary participants consisted of 404 students who were in their second term at vocational schools affiliated to our university. Participants were from a health services vocational school (n = 167; 41.

Pediatric Organ Transplantation and Learning Disabilities: A Systematic Review.

Objectives: Organ transplant is a vital treatment for pediatric patients. Kidney, liver, heart, and other organ transplants can significantly improve the quality of life for children with various chronic diseases and can improve long-term survival rates. However, the effects of transplant on cognitive and educational aspects should be considered, including the effects of pre- and posttransplant treatment protocols, medications, psychosocial stress, and surgical interventions.

Experience and Results of Liver Transplantation in Patients With Alagille Syndrome at Our Center.

Objectives: Alagille syndrome is an autosomal recessive disorder with multisystemic involvement. Patients with Alagille syndrome have many accompanying anomalies such as atypical facial appearance, posterior embryotoxon, butterfly vertebra, cardiac anomalies, and biliary problems. Liver and heart complications can determine the mortality and morbidity of patients with Alagille syndrome.

Detection of Early Postoperative Active Bleeding After Liver Transplantation in Pediatric Patients by 384-Slice Computed Tomography Angiography.

Liver transplant is a complex procedure often complicated by postoperative bleeding events. Early detection of active bleeding is crucial for effective intervention. In this study, we evaluated the efficacy of 384-slice computed tomography angiography in identifying early postoperative active bleeding events after liver transplant.

Advanced Prediction of Glomerular Filtration Rate After Kidney Transplantation Using Gradient Boosting Techniques.

Objectives: Clinicians often face uncertainty when interpreting whether a decline in estimated glomerular filtration rate is within the patient's expected range of fluctuation or if the decline signals a substantial deviation. Thus, accurate predictions of glomerular filtration rate can be an early warning system, prompting timely interventions, such as biopsies to preclude early graft rejection and adjustments in immunosuppression. Traditional models, encompassing linear and conventional methods, typically struggle with variabilities and complexities in posttransplant data.

Effectiveness of Interventions to Increase Medication Adherence in Pediatric Renal Transplant Patients: Systematic Review.

Objectives: The most effective treatment for end-stage renal failure is renal transplant. Nonadherence to medication is one of the most important factors in organ rejection and an important problem in pediatric renal transplant and an important cause of graft failure. Adherence is the most important modifiable factor that affects treatment outcomes.

Comparison of Blood-Gas Hemoglobin and Electrolyte Measurements and Automated Laboratory Values in Pediatric Kidney Transplant Patients.

Objectives: The reliability of blood-gas measurements compared with automated laboratory tests in providing rapid results for pediatric patients is currently under investigation. The compatibility between fast-response blood-gas tests and standard automatic laboratory tests remains a subject of debate. In this retrospective single-center study, our objective was to compare the measurements of hemoglobin and electrolytes obtained through blood-gas analysis with the corresponding values obtained from standard laboratory tests in pediatric renal transplantation, specifically focusing on the immediate pretransplant period.

Viral Infections in Pediatric Kidney Transplant Recipients: Effects on Graft Function, Risk Factors, and Patient Outcomes.

Objectives: Viral infections are the leading cause of posttransplant morbidity and mortality. We aimed to determine the effect on graft function, the risk factors, the frequency, and types of viral infections and to evaluate the effect of viral infections on kidney and patient outcomes in pediatric kidney transplant patients.

Materials And Methods: Records of children undergoing kidney transplant in our center during the period February 1, 2010, to December 31, 2023, were retrospectively evaluated.

Unveiling the Psychosocial Impact: Pediatric Organ Transplantation and Posttraumatic Stress Disorders: A Systematic Review.

Objectives: This systematic review delves into the intricate relationship between pediatric organ transplantation and posttraumatic stress disorder, shedding light on interventions crucial for addressing the psychosocial well-being of young transplant recipients. This review of the multifaceted nature of posttraumatic stress disorder in the context of pediatric transplantation examined the effects of transplant on the mental health of recipients. We aimed to review studies on posttraumatic stress disorder among pediatric patients who have had or were waiting for organ transplant and to systematically analyze the results of these studies.

Posttransplant Lymphoproliferative Disorder in Pediatric Solid-Organ Transplant Recipients: A 7-Year Single-Center Analysis.

Objectives: Posttransplant lymphoproliferative disorder is a consequential complication following solid-organ transplant, particularly associated with the Epstein-Barr virus. We studied a single center's cases of pediatric posttransplant lymphoproliferative disorder for a 7-year period and focused on incidence rates, anatomic sites involved, and correlation with clinical outcomes. We explored clinical features and treatment outcomes in patients with pediatric posttransplant lymphoproliferative disorder, with emphasis on patient survival and associated clinical ramifications.

FGF-2 enriched nanofiber scaffold for advancing achilles tendon healing: a comparative experimental investigation.

Introduction: Achilles tendon rupture is a common and debilitating injury that significantly impacts mobility and quality of life. Effective treatment options that promote faster and more complete healing are needed. Fibroblast growth factor-2 (FGF-2) has shown potential in enhancing tendon repair.

Foot Reflexology for Pain and Anxiety Associated with Chest Tube Removal in Patients After Coronary Artery Bypass Graft: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Background: Reflexology is a method used to control the pain and anxiety associated with chest tube removal in patients undergoing cardiovascular surgery.

Primary Study Objective: This study aimed to identify the effect of foot reflexology applied before chest tube removal on pain and anxiety levels in patients with coronary artery bypass graft surgery.

Methods/design: This study was a randomized controlled clinical trial.