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İstanbul Medical Journal
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ISSN 2619-9793 · İstanbul Training and Research Hospital · 797 artikel di indeks
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Which is The Best Timing for Ultrasound-Guided Transversus Abdominis Plane Block During Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: Preoperative or Postoperative?
Introduction: In biliary operations, laparoscopic techniques have largely replaced traditional methods; cholecystectomy is among the most common. Despite being minimally invasive, this procedure still poses a notable challenge in managing postoperative pain. This study aims to examine the impact of…
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The Effect of Social Media and Internet Use on Patients Using Over-the-Counter Vitamin Supplements
Introduction: Social media and internet platforms have transformed access to health information, often encouraging the unsupervised use of over-the-counter (OTC) vitamin supplements. This trend raises concerns about the reliability of online health content and its influence on health behaviors…
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Relationship Between SYNTAX Score and New Inflammatory Marker (The Aggregate Index of Systemic Inflammation) in Patients Diagnosed with Non-ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction
Introduction: Coronary artery disease is a growing global concern, and inflammation plays a significant role in its development. Inflammation is associated with plaque formation, rupture, endothelial dysfunction, platelet aggregation, and thrombus formation. Non-ST-segment elevation myocardial…
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The Effect of Preoperative Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio and Platelet-to-Lymphocyte Ratio on the Success of Regional Anesthesia Blocks
Introduction: Effective postoperative pain control is essential for recovery. Peripheral nerve blocks, such as the infraclavicular brachial plexus block, are widely used in multimodal analgesia, but their efficacy may be influenced by systemic inflammation. This study evaluated the predictive value…
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Clinical Outcomes of Stage IS Non-seminomatous Germ Cell Testicular Tumors: Single-Center Experience
Introduction: Stage IS non-seminomatous germ cell tumors (NSGCT) represent a rare and clinically heterogeneous subgroup characterised by persistent postoperative elevation of serum tumor markers despite the absence of radiological metastasis. Evidence guiding optimal management remains limited…
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The Effect of Chronic Diseases on Sleep Quality: A Single-Center Study from a Family Medicine Perspective
Introduction: This cross-sectional study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of poor sleep quality and determine the specific impact of the number, type, and comorbidity (multimorbidity) of chronic diseases on sleep quality among individuals followed in primary care. Methods: This descriptive study…
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The Predictive Value of Mesenteric and Cerebral Tissue Oxygenation Measurements for Feeding Intolerance and Necrotizing Enterocolitis in Preterm
Introduction: Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in preterm infants. Early detection of impaired intestinal perfusion may support preventive strategies. Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) is a non-invasive bedside method that continuously measures regional…
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Radiation Exposure in Thyroid Cancer Patients Treated with Radioiodine: A Dental Perspective
Introduction: This study aimed to experimentally determine radiation safety criteria for dentists who examine or treat patients receiving radioactive iodine (RAI) therapy for the follow-up of differentiated thyroid cancer in the nuclear medicine department. Methods: Twenty-three patients undergoing…
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Comparison of Microsatellite Instability (MSI) and Microsatellite Stable (MSS) Invasive Breast Carcinoma Cases In Terms Of Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Response, ER/PR Status, CerbB2, and Ki-67
Introduction: Microsatellite instability (MSI) is a well-established biomarker in certain malignancies; however, its prognostic and predictive role in breast cancer remains unclear. This study aimed to compare invasive breast carcinoma cases with MSI and those with microsatellite stability (MSS)…
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Impact of The COVID-19 Pandemic on Carbapenem and Colistin Resistance of Gram-Negative Bacteria Isolated from Laboratory-Confirmed Healthcare-Associated Infections in Intensive Care Units
Introduction: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic may have influenced antibiotic usage patterns. In particular, increased empirical use of broad-spectrum agents may have affected bacterial resistance profiles. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on…
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Strategies to Maintain A Normocalcemic, Asymptomatic Status Following Total Thyroidectomy
Introduction: Hypoparathyroidism is an unintended complication of total thyroidectomy that may result from accidental parathyroid gland excision or devascularization. However, its management remains clinically and surgically challenging. We aimed to investigate associations between postoperative…
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Retrospective Analysis of Outcomes Following Expandable Titanium Cage and Iliac Graft Applications in Patients Undergoing Corpectomy for Cervical Spinal Canal Stenosis
Introduction: This study aimed to compare the clinical and radiological outcomes of iliac crest autografts and expandable titanium cages in anterior cervical column reconstruction among patients undergoing cervical corpectomy for cervical spinal stenosis. Methods: A retrospective analysis of 93…
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Descriptive Temporal and Seasonal Distribution in Peptic Ulcer Perforation: A Ten-Year Cohort Study
Introduction: Peptic ulcer perforation (PUP) is a critical condition in which gastric or duodenal ulcers rupture, leading to leakage of abdominal contents and life-threatening complications. While factors such as age, gender, smoking, and medication use are associated with PUP, a significant…
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Body Packing: Clinical Outcomes and Management Approaches in A Tertiary Referral Center
Introduction: Body packing, the internal concealment of illicit drugs within the gastrointestinal tract, remains a significant public health and medicolegal concern. Advances in drug-packet manufacturing have reduced rupture rates but have not eliminated the risk of life-threatening complications…
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Evaluation of Postoperative Cognitive Function in Patients Undergoing General or Spinal Anesthesia During Extremity Surgery: A Prospective Cohort Study
Introduction: This research investigates the impact of general anesthesia (GA) and spinal anesthesia (SA) on cognitive function following extremity surgery. Methods: A prospective cohort study was conducted with 60 patients (30 GA, 30 SA) undergoing elective extremity surgery. Cognitive function…
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Core Circadian Clock Proteins (CLOCK and BMAL1) in Non-Muscle-Invasive Urothelial Carcinoma: Links to Histopathology and Tumor Progression
Introduction: This study aims to evaluate the immunohistochemical expression of core circadian clock proteins, circadian locomotor output cycles kaput (CLOCK) and brain and muscle ARNT-like protein 1 (BMAL1), in patients with non-muscle-invasive urothelial carcinoma (NMIBC) and to determine their…
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Evaluation of the Potential Effects of Intra-Articular Rifamycin SV Injection into the Knee Joint on Articular Cartilage and Synovial Membrane
Introduction: Rifamycin is widely used as a broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent; recent studies have demonstrated the anti-inflammatory properties of rifamycin SV. Our study aimed to determine the adverse effects of intra-articular injection of rifamycin SV on the articular cartilage and synovial…
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Investigation of 25-Hydroxyvitamin D Levels in Patients with Cirrhosis: Relationship with Liver Disease Severity, Etiology, and Complications
Introduction: Vitamin D deficiency is frequently observed in people with cirrhosis, underscoring the liver’s essential role in metabolizing vitamin D. This research sought to assess 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] levels in individuals with cirrhosis and to evaluate the association between these…
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Prevalence and Clinical Characteristics of Pediatric Parasitic Gastroenteritis with a Comparative Analysis of Diagnostic Methods
Introduction: Parasitic gastroenteritis is a major cause of gastrointestinal complaints in children. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and clinical findings of parasitic infections in pediatric patients. We also analysed the distribution by age groups and seasonal patterns…
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Transcutaneous Laryngeal Ultrasonography for Postoperative Vocal Cord Evaluation After Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery
Introduction: Recurrent laryngeal nerve injury is a major complication of thyroid and parathyroid surgery and may cause vocal cord movement impairment (VCMI), which can be symptomatic or silent. Early postoperative evaluation is essential. Flexible nasolaryngoscopy (FNL) is the reference standard…