Analyzing the mother and father's parenthood behaviors in the early postpartum period.

Objective: This study aimed to examine the parenting behaviors of mothers and fathers during the postpartum period.

Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted on 200 married individuals who had healthy babies between February 2019-September 2020 at a hospital. This study used introductory information forms for parents, "Postpartum Parenting Behavior Scale (PPBS)" and "Marital Adjustment Scale (MAS)".

Study of Characteristics of Pregnant Women Who Are Refugees and Aged Under 18 Years.

Introduction In recent years, the refugee crisis has become one of the most serious problems. It is well-known that women, individuals aged under 18 years, and pregnant refugees are particularly vulnerable to adverse conditions. In this study, we aimed to determine the characteristics of pregnant refugee women aged under 18 years.

The role of serum nesfatin-1 in a rat model of acute pancreatitis.

Background: Acute pancreatitis (AP) is a disease that can still be fatal despite rapid advances in medicine. The relationship between serum nesfatin-1 levels and AP is still to be fully resolved.

Objectives: To investigate the utility of serum nesfatin-1 levels in the diagnosis of AP.

Comparison of Depression and Anxiety Scores in Multi/Nulliparous Women who have Undergone Dilatation and Curettage.

Aim: To demonstrate the duration of negative psychological effects of elective curettage on both nulliparous and multiparous women and to determine the association between parity and post-abortion depression and anxiety.

Materials And Methods: A total of 168 women who applied to our reproductive health clinic for elective abortion were included in this prospective study. 84 nulliparous and 84 multiparous women were asked to fill out Beck Depression Inventory (BDI-II) and Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI-II) forms by a psychiatrist at their pre-abortion consultation and at 3 months follow-up.

Evaluation of Oxidative Stress in Ectopic Pregnancies.

Purpose: The aim of the study is to show the relationship between oxidative stress and ectopic pregnancy.

Materials And Methods: A total of 62 patients, 31 in the ectopic pregnancy group (study group) and 31 in the first-trimester pregnancy (control group) were included in the study. Patients between 18-45 years of age who had tubal ectopic pregnancy diagnosed by transvaginal ultrasonography and serum β-HCG values were included in the study group.

Effectiveness of the world's first 1-Day online hands-on laparoscopic suturing training during COVID-19 pandemic.

We aimed to investigate the effectiveness of an online laparoscopic suturing training course conducted via an online meeting program. The mean needle loading, stitching, and knot-tying times were 77.3 s, 63.

Protocol for the Cultural Translation and Adaptation of the World Endometriosis Research Foundation Endometriosis Phenome and Biobanking Harmonization Project Endometriosis Participant Questionnaire (EPHect).

Endometriosis affects 10% of women worldwide and is one of the most common causes of chronic pelvic pain and infertility. However, causal mechanisms of this disease remain unknown due to its heterogeneous presentation. In order to successfully study its phenotypic variation, large sample sizes are needed.

The effect of dydrogesterone on sexual function in endometriosis.

Endometriosis is an oestrogen-dependent chronic disease, which is commonly regarded as a disease of reproductive-aged women. We aimed to evaluate the sexual function with Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) in women with endometriosis who received dydrogesterone for 6 months. A total of 79 women with endometriomas were recruited in the study group and received 10 mg dydrogesterone tablets orally for 6 months.

Ovarian reserve in patients with ankylosing spondylitis.

Purpose: The aim of this study was to determine the autoimmune effects of ankylosing spondylitis (AS) on the fertility potential of women by evaluating ovarian reserves of AS patients.

Methods: A total of 104 patients, 52 in the AS group (study group) and 52 in the control group were included in the study. Ovarian reserve was evaluated by serum anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) levels, antral follicle count (AFC) and baseline serum follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) levels.

Correlation between Overactive Bladder Syndrome and Severity of Coronary Artery Disease in Postmenopausal Women.

Objective: To analyse the correlation of overactive bladder (OAB) and severity of coronary artery disease (CAD) by using Gensini score in postmenopausal women.

Study Design: Observational correlation study design.

Place And Duration Of Study: Haseki Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey, from January 2016 to January 2018.

Ovarian incision enhances folliculogenesis: A rat model.

Aim: To determine whether performing incision on the surface of the ovarian cortex in rats advances follicular development.

Methods: Five to seven separate superficial incisions were performed on the surface of right ovaries of 6-7-month-old albino Wistar rats. Daily 40 IU of gonadotropins were administered for 14 days.

Healthcare information on YouTube: Pregnancy and COVID-19.

Objective: We aimed to analyze Turkish language videos on YouTube about Coronavirus and pregnancy.

Methods: YouTube was searched for the following keywords: "Coronavirus, gebelik," "Coronavirus, Hamilelik," "COVID-19, gebelik" and "COVID-19, hamilelik". All ranking data for each video was recorded, video sources and target audiences were analyzed.

Effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on female sexual behavior.

Objective: To evaluate the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on female sexual behavior in women in Turkey.

Methods: An observational study using data from a previous study conducted prior to the pandemic. We compared frequency of sexual intercourse, desire for pregnancy, Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) score, contraception type, and menstrual abnormalities among women during the pandemic with 6-12 months prior to the pandemic.

Is Vaginal Hysterectomy Safe for an Enlarged Uterus?

Objective The purpose of this study was to compare the surgical outcomes between two sets of women undergoing vaginal hysterectomy (VH) for benign gynecological conditions: those with moderately enlarged ( ≥12 weeks') uteruses and those with normal-sized uteruses. Materials and Methods The medical records of 84 women who underwent vaginal hysterectomies for benign gynecological conditions at Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey between 2013 and 2015 were reviewed. Age, uterine sizes, indications, duration of hospitalization, operation time, hematocrit (HCT) levels, and complications were analyzed.

Association of Severity of Lower Extremity Arterial Disease and Overactive Bladder Syndrome: A Cross Sectional Study.

Purpose: The aim of this study aim is to clarify the relationship between Overactive bladder syndrome (OAB) and severity of lower extremity ischemia by using Fontaine classification system.

Materials And Methods: Patients who were diagnosed with lower extremity arterial disease were enrolled into the study. The Fontaine score of each patient was taken and all patients completed the validated Turkish version of OAB-V8 questionnaire.

Raman spectroscopy as a non-invasive diagnostic technique for endometriosis.

Endometriosis is a condition in which the endometrium, the layer of tissue that usually covers the inside of the uterus, grows outside the uterus. One of its severe effects is sub-fertility. The exact reason for endometriosis is still unknown and under investigation.

Comparison of 4.8 Fr and 6 Fr ureteral stents on stent related symptoms following ureterorenoscopy: A prospective randomized controlled trial.

The effects of ureteral stent diameters on ureteral stent-related symptoms were evaluated by using Turkish-validated Ureteral Stent Related Symptoms Questionnaire (USSQ). Datas on 126 patients underwent uncomplicated flexible ureterorenoscopy and 62 patients underwent uncomplicated semirigid ureteroscopy surgery without stent insertion (group 3) were collected. Patients were randomized preoperatively in a double-blind fashion to 4.

Symptom Management: The Effects of Self-Affirmation on Chemotherapy-Related Symptoms.

Background: Positive effects of auditory stimulations are common in symptom management. However, the effect of self-affirmations on symptom management is not well known.

Objectives: The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of self-affirmations and nature sounds on chemotherapy-related symptoms.