Leptin/Melanocortin Pathway in Cholelithiasis Patients: A Diagnostic Perspective?

Background: Cholelithiasis is the most prevalent inflammatory condition of the gallbladder. The regulation of biological processes, including energy homeostasis, and control of body weight are key mechanisms that the leptin and melanocortin pathways play a role in. Cholelithiasis is the most prevalent inflammatory condition of the gallbladder.

Is there a synergistic relationship between diaphragm and pelvic floor muscles in pregnant women?

Objective: The aim of this study is to examine whether there is a synergistic relationship between the diaphragm and pelvic floor muscles (PFM) in pregnant women.

Material And Methods: Our study was carried out as a cross-sectional study in primigravid pregnants in the second and third trimesters. Superficial electromyography (EMG), 2D/3D ultrasonography (USG), pulmonary function test (PFT), PERFECT, maximum expiratory pressure (MEP) and inspiratory pressure (MIP) measurements were used to evaluate pelvic floor and diaphragm muscle functions during pregnancy.

Expression Analysis of the Small GTP-Binding Protein Rac in Pterygium.

Objectives: To determine the roles of small GTP-binding proteins Rac1, Rac2, and Rac3 expression in pterygial tissue and to compare these expressions with normal conjunctival tissue.

Materials And Methods: Seventy-eight patients with primary pterygium were enrolled. Healthy conjunctival graft specimens obtained during pterygium surgery were used as control tissue.

Does Phase of the Menstrual Cycle Affect Balance and Postural Control?

The aim of the study is to examine the effects of menstrual cycle phases (MCP) on balance and postural control. The study was carried out with 63 volunteer women. Digital ovulation kits and, a Menstrual Cycle Regularity Questionnaire (MCRQ) to detect menstrual cycle regularity and duration, Premenstrual Syndrome Questionnaire (PMSQ) to question the presence of premenstrual syndrome, Menstruation Attitude Questionnaire (MAQ) to assess menstrual attitudes, International Physical Activity Questionnaire Short Form (IPAQ-SF) to question physical activity level was used.

Is the function of the core muscles affected during pregnancy?

Introduction And Hypothesis: The aim of our study is to examine the changes in core muscle functions during pregnancy.

Methods: Our study was carried out in 67 primigravida pregnant women. Superficial electromyography (EMG) and non-invasive 2D/3D ultrasonography (USG) were used to evaluate core muscle (diaphragm, transversus abdominus [TA], internal oblique [IO]-external oblique [EO] muscles, pelvic floor muscles, multifidus) function during pregnancy.

Investigation of the Relationship Between Spiritual Coping Styles and Hope Levels in Mothers with Disabled Children in Turkey.

The birth of a child is a process in which family life and daily routines undergo significant changes and adjustments. This study aims to investigate the relationship between spiritual coping styles and hope levels in mothers with disabled children. The study was conducted between January and April 2022 with mothers whose children were enrolled in a rehabilitation center of a district located in eastern Turkey.

Two significant concepts in organ donation: Empathic tendency and altruism.

Introduction: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of an empathic tendency and altruism on organ donation.

Material And Method: This descriptive and relationship-seeking research included adults who responded to a questionnaire delivered by e-mail with the snowball sampling method. The sample comprised 269 subjects according to 99% power and significance level of α = 0.

Examination of Telerehabilitation Knowledge, Awareness, and Opinions of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Students.

Aim: To encourage students and professionals to use telerehabilitation, it is critical to understand their perspectives on various aspects of using the service. This study aims to evaluate the awareness, knowledge, and opinions of physiotherapy and rehabilitation students about telerehabilitation.

Method: In the cross-sectional survey, an electronic questionnaire was sent to 484 students studying at Manisa Celal Bayar University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation.

Evaluation of Myocardial Strain by 2-Dimensional Speckle Tracking Echocardiography in Patients with Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy.

Background: Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy is one of the most common congenital muscle disorders. Whether facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy causes cardiac involvement is still controversial. Although electrocardiography and conventional echocardiography studies have been performed, there is no data on strain echocardiography in facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy.

Determination of the factors affecting organ donation: Voluntary organ donors.

Introduction: In Turkey, even if a person wishes to be an organ donor while alive, approval from the family is required after brain death. Therefore, many potential organ donations are lost as approval cannot be obtained from the family of the deceased. The aim of this study was to determine the factors affecting organ donation.

Does religious attitude affect organ donation and transplantation?

Introduction: While the reasons for opposition to organ donation and transplantation include several factors such as socioeconomc status, education and culture, religious belief has been reported to be the most important factor.

Aim: The aim of this study was to determine the effect of the religious attitude on organ donation and transplantation.

Material And Method: The study universe of this descriptive and relational study comprised adults living in the city centre of Kahramanmaraş.

Relationship between social exclusion and anxiety in older people during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Aim: This study aims to determine the relationship between social exclusion and anxiety in older people during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Methods: This descriptive research was conducted with individuals aged ≥65 years who were registered with Family Health Centers between July and September 2021. The sample size was calculated using a sampling method with an unknown population and was determined as 400 individuals; a random sampling method was utilized for selecting the participants.

[In Vitro Efficacy of the Venome of Black Scorpion (Androctonus crassicauda) on Leishmania tropica Promastigotes].

Scorpion venom is a substance that shows strong neurotoxic effects with its complex protein content and thus plays an important role for the scorpion in catching and digesting the hunt. Human body stung by a scorpion can show life-threatening systemic effects in a short time, ranging from erythema, pain, edema and local fever to abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, diplopia and even coma. Scorpion venome is known to possess antimicrobial activity, and some of its compounds have potent antibacterial and antifungal activities.

Chemical characterization and evaluation of the neuroprotective potential of studies and behavioral tests in scopolamine-induced memory compromised rats.

In the current study, we investigated the phytochemical and neuropharmacological potential of , an indigenous least characterized plant widely distributed in deserted areas of Pakistan. The crude extract of the whole plant (IS.CR) was preliminary tested for the existence of polyphenol content, antioxidant and anticholinesterase potential followed by detailed chemical characterization through UHPLC-MS.

The effect of repeated video-training session on metered doseinhaler skills among individuals with COPD: Prospective randomised controlled study.

Objective: This study was undertaken to assess the effect of repeated video-training sessions on the adequacy of metered-dose inhaler (MDI) among individuals with COPD.

Background: MDI devices facilitate the use of inhalation drugs in COPD patients and have become ever more important over the years. However, this device requires a certain level of hand-to-mouth coordination and cognitive ability.

Sleep Problems and Effective Factors in Preschool Children.

Aim: This descriptive field study was carried out to determine the prevalence of sleep problems and affecting factors in preschool children.

Method: The universe of this descriptive study consisted of 5454 children studying in kindergartens affiliated to the Ministry of National Education in İzmir. The study sample consisted of 325 children aged 4-6 years attending preschool and their mothers/caregivers in three kindergartens in İzmir.

Therapeutic effects of Lacosamide in a rat model of traumatic brain injury: A histological, biochemical and electroencephalography monitoring study.

Objective: Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a major cause of death and disability worldwide, especially in children and young adults. TBI can be classified based on severity, mechanism or other features. Inflammation, apoptosis, oxidative stress, and ischemia are some of the important pathophys-iological mechanisms underlying neuronal loss after TBI.

An investigation of the relationship between religious coping and life satisfaction in oncology patients aged 65 and over.

Background: Religious coping refers to the use of religion or spirituality to cope with stressful situations. Religious coping is a concept which involves both positive and negative cases. Studies on oncology patients, who encounter various physical and psychological difficulties, report that religious coping beliefs and practices are of great importance in helping patients to face the disease, adapt to this crisis period and accept their disease, and maintain their hope.

Identification of the Knowledge Level of Students Receiving Health Education About the Human Papilloma Virus, Screening Tests, and Human Papilloma Virus Vaccination.

This study aims to identify the knowledge level of students receiving health education about the human papilloma virus, screening tests, and human papilloma virus vaccination. The present study was designed as a descriptive study. It was conducted in the Nursing department and First and Emergency Aid programs in a city in the Eastern part of Turkey between November and December 2019.

An investigation of the effect of the psychoeducation program provided to alexithymic and violent adolescents on the level of alexithymia.

Problem: Alexithymia is defined as difficulties in defining and describing feelings, differentiating feelings and bodily sensations caused by emotional arousal, and a combination of constricted imaginary processes. This study aims to investigate the effect of the psychoeducation program provided to individuals with alexithymia and violent tendencies adolescents on the level of alexithymia.

Methods: This experimental study was conducted between February 2019 and April 2019.

Distribution of cervical and breast cancer risk factors in women and their screening behaviours.

Breast cancer and cervical cancer are important causes of cancer-related mortality in women all over the world. The present study was conducted in order to investigate the distribution of cervical and breast cancer risk factors in women and their knowledge and behaviours about cancer screening methods. The study is cross-sectional in nature.

The effect of unilateral forced nostril breathing on sleep in healthy right-handed men: a preliminary report.

Purpose: Although we spend about one-third of our lives in sleep and recognize its necessity for good health, sleep has only been partially elucidated in the last century. The nasal cycle of congestion and decongestion during sleep has various effects on human physiology. The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of unilateral forced nostril breathing on sleep.

Traumatic posterior tibial artery occlusion in a soccer player: A case report.

A 24-year-old male professional soccer player sustained a right ankle contusion due to blunt kick toward the medial malleolus level during a soccer game. He stopped playing due to pain, coldness, and paresthesia on his right foot. Computed tomography angiography revealed a 4.