The effects of inspiratory muscle training on cardiorespiratory functions in juvenile idiopathic arthritis: A randomized controlled trial.

Introduction: Although inspiratory muscle training (IMT) has proven effective in adult rheumatic diseases, its impact on juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) remains unexplored. The present study aimed to investigate the effects of IMT in children with JIA.

Methods: Thirty-three children (13-18 years) with JIA were divided into two groups as exercise (n = 17) and control (n = 16).

Prognostic Significance of the Strong Ion Gap in Patients in Medical and Surgical Intensive Care Units.

Background This study aimed to analyze acid-base imbalance by assessing the arterial blood gas (ABG) samples of the medical and surgical intensive care unit (ICU) patients by the Stewart approach and demonstrate the advantages of this method in delineating the acid-base status in cases where Henderson-Hasselbalch, anion gap, and base excess cannot optimally depict the imbalance and create recognition in the clinicians in this regard.  Methodology Adult (i.e.

Predictive Value of C-Reactive Protein to Albumin Ratio for Amputation Risk in Diabetic Foot Infection.

Diabetic foot infections are one of the complications of diabetes mellitus resulting in extremity amputation and mortality. This study aimed to examine the predictive value of the C-reactive protein (CRP) to albumin ratio (CAR) for amputation risk in diabetic foot infection. Data from 178 patients were retrospectively examined.

Have Chest Imaging Habits Changed in the Emergency Department after the Pandemic?

The rate of patients undergoing tomography in the emergency department has increased in the last two decades. In the last few years, there has been a more significant increase due to the effects of the pandemic. This study aimed to determine the rate of patients who underwent chest imaging in the emergency department, the preferred imaging method, and the demographic characteristics of the patients undergoing imaging during the pre-pandemic and post-pandemic periods.

The Use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine and Coping with Stress by Patients with Gynecological Cancer: A Cross-Sectional Study in Türkiye.

Introduction: Gynecological cancers are long-term, challenging, and stressful diseases. In Türkiye, the majority of patients with gynecological cancer use complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). Considering the stress that gynecological cancer patients are exposed to, patients need to know how to cope with stress.

The effect of testosterone level on metabolic syndrome: a cross-sectional study.

Background: Metabolic syndrome (MS) may reduce circulating testosterone and, at the same time, low testosterone levels may lead to MS. Thus, identifying problems regarding sex hormones and examining their effects on the pathogenesis of MS is important to prevent serious complications of the condition, such as diabetes or cardiovascular diseases.

Aims: This study aimed to investigate the correlations between MS-related parameters and androgen levels.

Pharmacological modulation of vascular ageing: A review from VascAgeNet.

Vascular ageing, characterized by structural and functional changes in blood vessels of which arterial stiffness and endothelial dysfunction are key components, is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular and other age-related diseases. As the global population continues to age, understanding the underlying mechanisms and developing effective therapeutic interventions to mitigate vascular ageing becomes crucial for improving cardiovascular health outcomes. Therefore, this review provides an overview of the current knowledge on pharmacological modulation of vascular ageing, highlighting key strategies and promising therapeutic targets.

COVID-19 in hospitalized infants aged under 3 months: multi-center experiences across Turkey.

To investigate coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in infants aged 0 to 3 months because there is currently a significant gap in the literature on the subject. A cross-sectional study was conducted with the involvement of 19 medical centers across Turkey and 570 infants. The majority of the patients were male (58.

Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of betaine protect against sepsis-induced acute lung injury: CT and histological evidence.

The aim of this research was to determine the anti-inflammatory effect of betaine on sepsis-induced acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) in rats through histopathological examination, radiologic imaging, and biochemical analysis. Eight rats were included in the control group, and no procedure was performed. Feces intraperitoneal procedure (FIP) was performed on 24 rats to create a sepsis-induced ARDS model.

Investigation of factors associated with static and dynamic balance in early-stage lung cancer survivors.

Purpose: Balance impairment and falls are common among patients after cancer treatment. This study aimed to compare static and dynamic balance functions in lung cancer survivors (LCS) and healthy controls and to investigate the factors related to balance in LCS.

Methods: Cross-sectional data were collected from lung cancer patients whose treatment had been completed within the previous 3 months (n = 60) and age and gender-matched healthy controls (n = 60).

A different perspective on PET/CT before treatment in patients with Hodgkin lymphoma: importance of volumetric and dissemination parameters.

The aim of this study is to investigate the role of the combination of volumetric and dissemination parameters obtained from pretreatment 18-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography/computed tomography (18F-FDG PET/CT) in predicting the interim response and progression status in patients with Hodgkin lymphoma (HL). Pretreatment PET/CT images of HL patients were analyzed with LIFEx software, and volumes of interest (VOIs) were drawn with a fixed SUV 4.0 threshold.

Evaluation of antibody and T Cell immunity response in different immunization groups of inactive and mRNA COVID-19 vaccines.

This study aimed to evaluate the antibody and T cell responses of homologous and heterologous booster doses for SARS-CoV-2 vaccines. Our study was performed on those with two doses of mRNA vaccine BNT162b2 (2B, n:44), those with heterologous booster dose BNT162b2 vaccine after two doses of inactivated vaccine CoronaVac (2S+1B, n:44), those with homologous booster dose vaccine CoronaVac after two doses of vaccine CoronaVac (3S, n:44) SARS-CoV-2 IgG antibody levels were significantly higher in individuals who received heterologous boosters(p<0.001).

The effect of vitamin D deficiency on urinary incontinence during third trimester pregnancy.

Urinary incontinence (UI) is a common problem which is associated with impaired quality of life. Vitamin D plays a crucial role for pelvic floor muscle function. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of vitamin D deficiency on UI in pregnant women in the third trimester of pregnancy.

Molecular epidemiological investigation of carbapenem resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolated from intensive care unit patients of six geographical regions of Turkey.

Introduction: Klebsiella pneumonia causes serious infections in hospitalized patients. In recent years, carbapenem-resistant infections increased in the world. The molecular epidemiological investigation of carbapenem-resistant K.

Effect of partially hydrolyzed synbiotic formula milk on weight gain of late preterm and term infants-a multicenter study.

Introduction: Data on the effectiveness of hydrolyzed infant formula containing both pre- and probiotics (synbiotic formula) on the growth of infants is still scarce. This retrospective study was designed to evaluate the effect of a partially hydrolyzed synbiotic formula on growth parameters and the possible occurrence of major gastrointestinal adverse events or morbidities in infants born via cesarean section (C-section) delivery.

Methods: C-section-delivered term and late preterm infants who received either partially hydrolyzed synbiotic formula, standard formula, or maternal milk and followed at seven different hospitals from five different regions of Turkey, during a 1-year period with a minimum follow-up duration of 3 months were evaluated retrospectively.

Comparison of Self-Efficacy and Problem-Solving Skills Between Women with Asthma and Healthy Controls: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Objective: Problem-solving skills and self-efficacy are among the topics that are frequently investigated in people with various chronic conditions. However, there are limited studies on asthma patients. Our study aims to compare self-efficacy and problem-solving skills in asthma patients and healthy controls.

Effect of Guided Imagery on Patient Comfort, Vital Signs, Pain, Anxiety, and Satisfaction in Cancer Patients Undergoing Port Catheterization With Local Anesthesia: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Study.

Background: Port catheter placement is usually an operation performed under local anesthesia. Being conscious during the interventions performed with local anesthesia can lead to anxiety and stress.

Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the effect of guided imagery performed before and during the procedure on vital signs and comfort, pain, anxiety, and satisfaction levels in patients with cancer undergoing port catheterization with local anesthesia.

Combining C-reactive protein, procalcitonin, and serum albumin to predict long-term mortality in patients with infective endocarditis.

Objective: To determine the predictive value of C-reactive protein (CRP) plus albumin plus procalcitonin for long-term mortality in patients with infective endocarditis.

Methods: This retrospective study included patients hospitalized with infective endocarditis between February 2008 and December 2021. CRP, procalcitonin, and albumin levels were measured within 24 h of admission and dichotomized as high or low.

Dose Volume and Liver Function Test Relationship following Radiotheraphy for Right Breast Cancer: A Multicenter Study.

Objective: The liver is a critical organ at risk during right breast radiotherapy (RT). Liver function tests (LFTs) such as alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), and gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT) serve as biochemical markers for hepatobiliary damage. In this multicenter cross-sectional study, the effects of liver dose-volume on changes in LFTs pre- and post-RT in patients treated for right breast cancer were evaluated.

Cultural adaptation of the revised Basel Instrument for Rationing of Care to the Turkish context: a study of validity and reliability.

Background: Studies have shown that nurses do not complete one or more necessary nursing care elements in their last shift due to lack of time. The Basel Extent of Rationing Nursing Care (BERNCA) instrument is one of the most used scales to measure the rationing of nursing care.

Aim: This study is aimed to culturally adapt the revised BERNCA (BERNCA-R) instrument to the Turkish language and to test its validity and reliability.

Management of Priapism: Results of a Nationwide Survey and Comparison with International Guidelines.

Objective: The aim of this study is to evaluate current urologic practice regarding the management of priapism in Turkey and compare with international guidelines.

Methods: Urologists and urology residents were invited to an online survey consisting of 30 multiple-choice questions on priapism-related clinical practices that were consid- ered most important and relevant to practices by using Google Forms.

Results: Total number of responses was 340.

functional outcome in late adolescence/early adulthood of patients with autism spectrum disorder and its relationships with parental burnout and depression: A preliminary multi-center, cross-sectional study.

The aim of this study is to determine the functioning of adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) diagnosed in childhood and depression and burnout levels among their parents. A total of 261 adults with ASDs and their parents were recruited for the study. Both parents completed the Beck Depression and Maslach Burnout Inventories and reported the functioning of their adult offspring with ASDs.

The Impact of CoronaVac Vaccination on 28-day Mortality Rate of Critically Ill Patients with COVID-19 in Türkiye.

Background: Vaccines against coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19) have been effective in preventing symptomatic diseases, hospitalizations, and intensive care unit (ICU) admissions. However, data regarding the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines in reducing mortality among critically ill patients with COVID-19 remains unclear.

Aims: To determine the vaccination status and investigate the impact of the COVID-19 vaccine on the 28-day mortality in critically ill patients with COVID-19.