Acute Stanford type A aortic dissection (ATAAD) is a life-threatening medical emergency. The aim of this study was to investigate the clinical significance prognostic nutritional index (PNI) as novel inflammatory marker for ATAAD patients undergoing surgical repair.We retrospectively examined records 151 who treated surgically. Patients were divided into two groups (survival and death) these compared with respect laboratory parameters. PNI calculated 10 × serum albumin (g/dL) + 0.005 total...

Helicobacter pylori infection is usually acquired in early childhood and it can persist throughout life without antibiotic treatment. This study aimed to compare the accuracy of noninvasive H. Stool Antigen Test-applied on stool samples with invasive gold standart Rapid Urease gastric biopy patients upper gastrointestinal complaints. After endoscopy, biopsy specimens were taken 122 patients. The was detected rapid urease test which accepted as test. Rapid, one-step card applied all...

Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a neurological emergency rarely encountered in clinical practice but with high mortality rate. Cases associated atypical antipsychotic use or termination of dopamine agonists have been seen recent years. The purpose this study was to assess the presence risk factors for by investigating all and laboratory characteristics cases NMS.This descriptive, cross-sectional retrospectively investigated scanning ICD-10 codes patients presenting XXXX Faculty...

To develop a low-cost biomaterial-covered chest tube simulation model and assess its possible usefulness for developing the insertion skills among medical interns. Methods: This mannequin-based interventional study was performed in University hospital setting. We included 63 physicians performing emergency medicine internship at Faculty of Medicine, Karadeniz Technical University, Trabzon, Turkey, between January 2015 March 2015. A dummy prepared training using display mannequin. Medical...

Percutaneous closure of atrial septal defects in adults has emerged as an alternative to surgery. We report a sequela such 16-year-old boy: embolization the defect occluder into main pulmonary artery when patient experienced episode intense coughing immediately after device deployment. removed surgically and closed standard manner, with autologous pericardial patch.

Surgery of thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms (TAAA) is associated with high incidence serious complications. Ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury may be responsible for these We investigated the effect degree anticoagulation on remote organ I/R injuries and whether heparin protective against in addition to its anticoagulant properties. Spraque Dawley rats were used determine both liver kidney concentrations HSP-70,IL-6, MPO four groups: ischemic control (operation cross-clamping intraperitoneal...

To compare the nerve injury and vessel disruption complicaitons in patients undergoing saphenous vein stripping using olive heads of different sizes.Big were used group A (n=50) small B from ankle to groin; C (n=50), was stripped two sections; an upward fashion by distal portion level knee proximal groin big heads.Six months after operation, symptoms identified 26%, 4%, 6% groups A, B, respectively. Vessel occurred 2% 32% 4% C. Both complications significantly lower than (p<0.001).Saphenous...

This study aims to compare three different tricuspid annuloplasty techniques using suture, ring, and band.Between January 2010 December 2015, a total of 231 consecutive patients (78 males, 153 females; mean age 50.3±15.9 years; range, 34 66 years) who underwent valve were retrospectively analyzed. Tricuspid r epair w as p erformed ith d e Vega nnuloplasty t echnique (n=62, 26.8%), flexible ring (n=76, 32.9%) or Teflon strip (n=93, 40.3%). Postoperative data including vital signs,...

Objectives:The aim of our study was to evaluate the relationship between quadriceps angle (Q angle), body mass index (BMI), dominant side and pain severity in gonarthrosis patients. Methods:In order determine Q patients, 205 volunteer patients (104 men 101 women) diagnosed with 110 control subjects (60 50 over 40 years age were included.In patient group, sides pain, levels, right left leg values, evaluated.Results: Right value found 13.21°±3.22°in 13.26°±2.04°in controls, while values...

Objectives: Atrial fibrillation after coronary bypass surgery has been observed very often. In recent studies, the relationship between atrial and epicardial adipose tissue (EAT) demonstrated. our study, we aimed to investigate relation frequency occurring artery surgery. Methods: 80 patients who had undergone isolated were included in study. Preoperative transthoracic echocardiography was performed thickness measured. The incidence of postoperative examined patients. Results: group with AF...

Scombroid poisoning (SP) is one of the most common causes morbidity associated with fish consumption. The condition caused by elevated levels histamine in dark-fleshed and products due to inadequate processing or storage temperatures. This multicenter study was conducted at four hospitals located two major coastal cities Türkiye: Istanbul Trabzon. Patient records were retrospectively evaluated for 108 cases from January 1, 2014, December 31, 2023. A total 79 patients included study....

Aim: Inappropriate emergency department (ED) use represents an important problem for health systems across the world.This study was designed to determine reasons inappropriate ED visits at different care levels during seasons. Materials and Methods:The conducted in three hospitals with two periods (March July).Physicians determined appropriateness of visits.Data were collected through face-to-face interviews using a researcher-made questionnaire. Results:The visit rate 75.6%.The most...

Objective: Neutrophil/lymphocyte ratio (NLR) is an inexpensive parameter that gives idea about systemic inflammatory response and cellular immune response. This study aims to investigate the value of NLR in distinguishing peripheral central vertigo. Materials Methods: Patients presenting with acute vertigo at emergency clinic were included between January 2017 December 2018. Hemogram, brain computerized tomography, diffusion magnetic resonance imaging data reviewed categorize patients into...

Aim: Pine Processionary Caterpillar (Thaumetopoea pityocampa) envenomations have become increasingly relevant due to the species' expanding habitat, influenced by global climate change. These present unique challenges, particularly in regions previously unexposed this species. This study aims retrospectively analyze caused over a ten-year period, evaluating frequency, clinical manifestations, and impact of change on these cases. Material Methods: We reviewed patient records from four...

Introduction : Head trauma is the third leading cause of death and one most common causes referral to emergency department. Prognosis in these patients identifies individuals at higher risk provides them with faster more complete treatment, so it particular importance. The aim this study evaluate diagnostic predictive value white blood cell (WBC) count, erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), coagulation tests outcome blunt head trauma. Methods In retrospective study, 91 referred department...

Background: Subarachnoid hemorrhages is an important emergency condition due to its high morbidity and mortality. Early diagnosis rapid intervention are very prevent poor clinical outcome of this disease. Objective: The aim study was determine the value glial fibrillary acidic protein in prognosis subarachnoid hemorrhage. Methods: Patients presenting department undergoing computerized tomography and/or lumbar puncture suspicion hemorrhage were included prospective study. Based on...

Purpose: To investigate the healing effect of resveratrol on ischemia, inflammation and oxidative injury in brain heart tissue rats an experimentally induced carbonmonoxide CO intoxication model. Methods: Twenty-eight mature female Spraque Dawley were randomized into four groups seven animals each. Groups I II inhaled room air for 60 minutes. III IV a high concentration 5000 ppm gas mixture at 4 L/min until loss consciousness. Blood levels measured from 1 mL blood specimens collected tail...