A descriptive analysis of 21 patients with pulmonary amyloidosis: An observational study.

Pulmonary amyloidosis is an extremely rare disease, often detected incidentally because of its asymptomatic nature and potential to result in fatal outcomes. In this study, we aimed to present the clinical and radiological features of patients diagnosed with pulmonary amyloidosis by biopsy. This descriptive study included 21 patients with pathologically diagnosed pulmonary amyloidosis.

Comments on: "Coffee bean sign, steel pan sign and whirl sign in sigmoid volvulus".

We read the paper written by Hokama and Iraha presenting abdominal X-ray radiography (XR) and computed tomography (CT) findings in a patient with sigmoid volvulus (SV). Ataturk University Research Hospital, a tertiary referral health centre in Eastern Anatolia, has 1,076-case experience with SV over 57,5-year period (from 1966 to January 2024). This data means as the largest single-centre SV series over the world.

New candidate region for mirror hand movements: two patients with terminal 9p deletion and 20p duplication.

The 9p deletion syndrome, which was defined in a detailed way in the previous studies, was characterized by various clinical features such as psychomotor retardation, dysmorphic features and genital anomalies. In contrast to 9p deletion syndrome, 20p duplication was rarely reported in the literature with only a few case reports. Regarding the combination of 9p deletion syndrome and 20p duplication, we found that it was reported in only four patients.

Predictive Value of Preoperative 18 Fludeoxyglucose Positron Emission Tomography-Computed Tomography for Survival in Liver Transplantation Due to Hepatocellular Cancer.

Background: We aimed to study the predictive value of preoperative perform [18F] Fludeoxyglucose positron emission tomography-computed tomography ([18] FDG PET-CT) for survival in liver transplantation due to hepatocellular cancer.

Methods: Ninety-six patients who underwent liver transplantation for hepatocellular cancer (HCC) after preoperative PET-CT evaluation were examined for the study. All patients' ages, genders, body mass index, blood groups, Child-Pugh and Model for End-Stage Liver Disease scores, etiologies, median Alpha Fetoprotein values, Milan Criteria and T stages, grades, macrovascular and microvascular invasions, multicentricities, maximum and total tumor sizes, tumor number findings in explant specimens, and recurrence rates were analyzed statistically.

Comparing the efficacy of regorafenib and 5-fluorouracil-based rechallenge chemotherapy in the third-line treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer.

Background: The optimal treatment for metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) after the second line is still controversial. Regorafenib has been the standard of care in this setting as it improved overall survival (OS) compared to placebo. In real-world practice chemotherapy rechallenge is also a preferred option even though supporting evidence is not enough.

Adjustable Male Sling for The Treatment of Postprostatectomy Stress Urinary Incontinence: Intermediate-Term Follow-Up Results.

Objective To evaluate the outcomes of adjustable male sling (Argus®) implantation in the management of post-prostatectomy incontinence (PPI) with intermediate-term follow-up results. Materials and methods The data on adjustable male sling surgery between September 2015 and September 2020 were retrospectively analyzed. Patients were preoperatively evaluated with a voiding diary, 24-hour pad test, and validated questionnaire.

Evaluation of the Quality and Reliability of YouTube Videos With Turkish Content as an Information Source for Gynecological Cancers During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Aim During the COVID-19 pandemic, YouTube became a critical information source for people seeking information about several diseases, including benign and malignant gynecological disorders. This study aimed to evaluate the quality and reliability of YouTube videos with Turkish content as an information source for gynecological cancers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods The research was performed between December 2nd and 5th, 2020.

FIXATION METHODS IN LATARJET: BIOMECHANICAL COMPARISON OF SCREW TYPES AND PLATE FIXATION.

Objective: Latarjet procedure is often preferred in recurrent shoulder dislocations accompanied by glenoid bone loss. It is observed that the superiority of bone graft fixation methods is still controversial. The aim of this study is to biomechanically compare the bone graft fixation methods in the Latarjet procedure.

Serum Levels of Neuropeptides in Epileptic Encephalopathy With Spike-and-Wave Activation in Sleep.

Background: Epileptic encephalopathy with spike-and-wave activation in sleep (EE-SWAS) is a syndrome of childhood, characterized by diffuse or generalized spike-wave activity in electroencephalography during non-rapid eye movement sleep. Neuropeptides have been demonstrated in several studies to function in the sleep-wake cycle and display convulsant and anticonvulsant features. In this study, we aimed to investigate the relationship between EE-SWAS and neuropeptides such as dynorphin, galanin, ghrelin, leptin, melatonin, and orexin.

Mobile Bony Cap (Meysem Yorgun Technique): An Innovative Technique in Preservation Rhinoplasty for Crooked Nose Deformity.

Unlabelled: Crooked nose deformity is a vertical axis deviation of the nasal pyramid; despite all advancements, it remains a significant problem to resolve. In this study, we present our I- and C-shaped crooked nose rhinoplasty results with this new osteotomy technique.

Methods: This study included 25 patients with I- or C-shaped crooked nose deformities who underwent correction with a closed-approach let-down procedure.

Silver Nanoparticles Enhance the Antibacterial Effect of Antibiotic-Loaded Bone Cement.

Purpose The goal of this study was to determine the antibacterial activity of bone cement in polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) structures with varying amounts of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) included. Additionally, we aimed to evaluate whether AgNPs affect the biomechanical properties of PMMA cement in our study. Materials and methods Between April 2020 and June 2020, we conducted a series of experiments to demonstrate the antibacterial characteristics by adding silver nanoparticles to PMMA bone cement.

Could "Islets of Sparing" Be a Clue for Neutral Lipid Storage Disease with Ichthyosis in Patients with Congenital Ichthyosiform Erythroderma?

The prevalent form of ichthyosis in neutral lipid storage disease (NLSDI) is nonbullous congenital ichthyosiform erythroderma (CIE) characterized by fine, whitish scales on erythematous skin over the whole body. Here, we report a late-diagnosed, 25-year-old woman with NLSDI presenting with diffuse erythema and fine whitish scales throughout the body with patches of apparently normal skin, "islets of sparing" on her lower extremities. We observed that the size of the normal skin islets changed with time, and even the entire lower extremity was covered with erythema and desquamation like the rest of the body.

Evaluation of subclinical atherosclerosis in rosacea patients by flow-mediated dilatation method.

Background: Rosacea may contribute to the development of cardiovascular (CV) diseases by causing endothelial dysfunction (ED), which is known to be the initial step of atherosclerosis, due to its inflammatory features.

Objective: This study aimed to assess ED in rosacea patients using the flow-mediated dilatation (=dilation) (FMD) method.

Methods: Seventy-three rosacea patients and 73 age, gender-matched healthy volunteers were enrolled.

The Use of High-Flow Nasal Oxygen Therapy in the Management of Severe Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Feasibility Study.

Objective: This study investigated the efficacy of high-flow nasal oxygen therapy in patients with severe acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease admitted to the intensive care unit.

Material And Methods: Totally, 23 patients were enrolled in the study. High-flow nasal oxygen therapy was administered with a predefined protocol.

Cardio-protective effect of dapagliflozin against doxorubicin induced cardiomyopathy in rats.

Objective: Cancer is the second most common non-communicable disease group in the world and its frequency is increasing. In parallel, side effects of drugs used in cancer treatment are frequently encountered. Doxorubicin (DOX) is one of the most effective multi-purpose anticancer drugs.

Ultrasound-Guided Rectus Sheath Block as the Single Anaesthetic Technique for Umbilical Hernia Repair: A Report of 3 Cases.

In this study, we report 3 cases of ultrasound-guided rectus sheath block used for anaesthetic management of simple periumbilical surgery. We selected 3 patients based on the American Society of Anaesthesiology I-II and defect sizes known to be smaller than 4 cm without peritoneal involvement. We applied a rectus sheath block with 10 mL of 0.

Ileosigmoid knotting: A review of 923 cases.

Objectives: Ileosigmoid knotting (ISK) is a rare intestinal obstruction form worldwide. The aim of this study was to investigate changing trends in ISK.

Methods: The Web of Science and PubMed databases were electronically searched to find all publications to evaluate all epidemiological, etiological, clinical, laboratory, radiological, therapeutic, and prognostic factors in ISK.

Antibacterial Effects of Sodium Borate and Calcium Borate Based Polymeric Coatings for Orthopedic Implants.

Introduction Implants used in orthopedic surgery can be colonized by bacteria that form biofilm layers complicating treatment. We aimed to determine titanium implants' antibacterial and biofilm-degrading properties when coated with sodium borate (NaB) and calcium borate (CaB) minerals. Methods We analyzed twenty-four different implants.

Identifying the optimal monopolar electrocautery output power in pedicular internal thoracic artery harvesting: 20 or 40 watts?

Background: Monopolar electrocautery is an important tool for harvesting the pedicular internal thoracic artery (ITA) in cardiac surgery. The different power outputs of cautery may affect graft integrity and long-term patency. This study aimed to identify the optimal threshold of electrocautery power for ITA harvest.