Effects of immune modulatory treatment on language and psychiatric profile in patients with electrical status epilepticus in sleep (ESES).

Electrical status epilepticus in sleep (ESES) is an electrographic pattern associated with cognitive impairment. Our study aimed to prospectively evaluate the psychiatric findings and language skills in patients diagnosed with ESES and to determine the immune modulatory treatment-responsive subgroups. We assessed the patients for psychiatric features and language skills at the baseline and 12 months after.

The predictive ability of Controlling Nutritional Status score on in-hospital mortality in patients admitted to coronary care unit.

Objective: Controlling Nutritional Status score was previously described and has been used in predicting short- and long-term outcomes in different patient populations. The aim of this study was to test the relationship between Controlling Nutritional Status score and in-hospital mortality in coronary care unit patients (MORCOR-TURK population).

Methods: In this multicenter and national study, all patients with an available Controlling Nutritional Status score were included in the analysis.

Comparison of orexigenic and anorexigenic neuropeptide levels in hyperemesis gravidarum patients with normal pregnant women: A prospective cohort study.

Background: The aim of this study was to determine whether orexigenic neuropeptides, orexin and galanin, and anorexigenic neuropeptides, alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH) and cocaine- and amphetamine-regulated transcript (CART), are implicated in hyperemesis gravidarum (HG).

Methods: Fifty pregnant women who had been diagnosed with HG between April 2022 and February 2023 at the Siirt University Faculty of Medicine Training and Research Hospital (tertiary center) were recruited for this study. An equal number of pregnant women without an HG diagnosis were included in the study as the control group.

Comparison of the effects of single injection and continuous infusion popliteal nerve block on pain and hemodynamics in diabetic foot surgery; prospective randomized clinical trial.

Objectives: In patients undergoing surgery due to diabetic foot complications from uncontrolled diabetes may lead to neuraxial or general anesthesia-related issues. Regional anesthesia techniques can be preferred to prevent these complications. This study aimed to compare the hemodynamic effects and outcomes in terms of pain of continuous infusion and single injection methods of popliteal nerve block in patients undergoing surgery due to diabetic foot.

Comparison of Serum Neurofilament Light Chain and Tau Protein Levels in Cases with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Their Healthy Siblings and Healthy Controls.

Objective: : There is a growing interest among clinicians and researchers in identifying potential biomarkers associated with autism. Neurofilament light chain (NfL) and Tau protein, which are proteins associated with neurodegeneration and neuroaxonal degeneration, are particularly promising potential biomarker candidates in this field.

Methods: : In this study, we compared serum NfL (sNfL) and serum Tau (sTau) levels in Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) patients, their healthy siblings (HS), and healthy controls (HC), aimed to investigate their relationship with ASD severity.

Predictive value of prognostic nutritional index on postoperative intensive care requirement and mortality in geriatric hip fracture patients.

Objective: The incidence of postoperative morbidity and mortality in hip fracture patients is high and is associated with nutritional deficiencies. This study investigated the predictive value of preoperative prognostic nutritional index (PNI) on postoperative intensive care unit (ICU) requirement and mortality in geriatric hip fracture patients.

Methods: Geriatric (≥65 years old) hip fracture patients who underwent surgery between January 2021 and September 2023 were evaluated retrospectively.

RISK FACTORS FOR ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY ASSOCIATED WITH SEVERE HYPOTHYROIDISM.

Objective: This study aims to investigate the factors affecting development of acute kidney injury (AKI) in patients with severe hypothyroidism.

Methods: This retrospective observational study involved patients with primary hypothyroidism and thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) levels of more than 50 mIU/L at their review in the endocrinology outpatient clinic, between January 2015 and April 2021. Factors affecting the development of AKI were examined by logistic regression analysis.

Homologous and Heterologous Covid-19 Booster Vaccinations Against SARS-CoV-2 Infection in the Elderly.

A third booster doses for the 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is widely used all over the world, especially in risky individuals, with the recommendation of WHO. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of mRNA (BNT162b2), and CoronaVac (Sinovac Biotech) vaccines as a reminder dose following two doses of CoronaVac against COVID-19 infection, serious illness, and mortality in the geriatric population aged 75 and older during the delta variant dominant period. Our study comprised 2730 individuals the age of 75 and older in total, of which 1082 (39.

Baseline Characteristics of a Patient Cohort and Predictors of In-hospital MORtality in CORonary Care Units (MORCOR-TURK) Trial in Türkiye.

Objective: The MORtality in CORonary Care Units in Türkiye (MORCOR-TURK) trial is a national registry evaluating predictors and rates of in-hospital mortality in coronary care unit (CCU) patients in Türkiye. This report describes the baseline demographic characteristics of patients recruited for the MORCOR-TURK trial.

Methods: The study is a multicenter, cross-sectional, prospective national registry that included 50 centers capable of 24-hour CCU service, selected from all seven geographic regions of Türkiye.

Risk factors associated with fluconazole resistance in Candida parapsilosis candidemia: A case-case study.

Background: Candida species are among the most important invasive pathogens in intensive care units (ICUs). Non-albicans species including Candida parapsilosis (C. parapsilosis) has increased in recent years.

Is poor oral health a risk factor for idiopathic granulomatous mastitis?

Idiopathic granulomatous mastitis (IGM) is a rare inflammatory breast disease that can be clinically and radiologically mistaken for carcinoma. Although its etiology remains uncertain, potential associations with pregnancy, lactation, hormonal imbalances, autoimmunity, smoking, and various microorganisms have been suggested. This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between IGM and oral health.

Supporting Role of Adequate Affected Tissue Biopsy in the Diagnostic Algorithm for Cardiac Amyloidosis.

Amyloidosis is a pathology that occurs as a result of the accumulation of various misfolded proteins in the extracellular space. It is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality due to multi-organ involvement. One of the most important determinants of mortality and morbidity is cardiac involvement.

Evaluation of the Atherogenic Effect of Covid-19 Pneumonia on Coronary and Carotid Arteries in Patients who Recovered from the Disease.

Background: Acute inflammation induced by COVID-19 may lead to atherosclerotic plaque development or complicate existing plaque. In this study, we aimed to determine the atherogenic effect of COVID-19 pneumonia, confirmed by thoracic computed tomography, on coronary and carotid arteries in patients who recovered from the disease.

Methods: Our study included patients who were diagnosed with COVID-19 in our hospital at least 1 year ago, recovered, and then underwent coronary CT angiography with suspected coronary artery disease.

Vertical Versus Pfannenstiel Incision-Modified Stoppa Approach in the Treatment of Acetabular Fractures.

Objectives: The aims of this study were to compare the patient and fracture characteristics, radiological, functional, and quality of life outcomes; the need for a lateral window approach and requirement of total hip arthroplasty; and complications in patients with simple and complex acetabular fractures who underwent a modified Stoppa approach through vertical and Pfannenstiel incisions.

Design: This was a retrospective comparison study.

Setting: Level 1 trauma center.

The Use of Reflectance Confocal Microscopy for the Diagnosis and Classification of Melasma.

In recent years, reflectance confocal microscopy (RCM) draws attention as a noninvasive method to precisely detect abnormal pigment deposits, providing additional cytological details for the diagnosis, classification, and treatment monitoring of melasma. This article aims to review the RCM findings of melasma and classify melasma with RCM findings.

An assessment of Martin-Gruber anastomosis discrepancies between healthy individuals and patients with carpal tunnel syndrome in motor nerve conduction studies.

The Martin-Gruber anastomosis (MGA) represents a nerve innervation anomaly in the upper extremity, potentially leading to misinterpretation during standard nerve conduction studies (NCSs). This study aims to characterize the electrophysiological attributes of MGA in both healthy subjects and individuals diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). This case-control study involved the electrophysiological assessment of 506 forearms, segregated into two distinct groups: a CTS positive (+) case group and a CTS negative (-) control group.

Identification of Radiological and Clinical Factors that Increase the Risk of Chronic Subdural Hematoma Recurrence.

Aim: To determine risk factors predicting chronic subdural hematoma (CSH) recurrence is a common type of intracranial hemorrhage in elderly patients. Despite improved medical diagnosis and treatment, the reoperation rate remains high.

Material And Methods: A retrospective review of 291 CSH patients admitted to our department was performed.

The effect of systemic inflammatory index and systemic inflammatory response index on success of varicoselectomy.

Background: Varicocele is the most common correctable cause of male infertility. The treatment of varicocele is surgery. However, which patients will benefit from the surgery is controversial.