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Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the necessity of thyroidectomy in patients undergoing total laryngectomy in a single-center experience. It focused on…
Read article →Aim: To compare the effects of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and histamine-2 receptor blockers (H₂RBs) on renal function in critically ill adults…
Read article →Aim: Acute rhinosinusitis (ARS) is a common upper respiratory tract disorder characterized by inflammation of the nasal and paranasal sinus mucosa. Many…
Read article →Aim: Sex-related differences in the epidemiology and clinical behavior of colon cancer have gained increasing attention, yet existing findings remain inconsistent. This…
Read article →Aim: Conductive hearing loss effects quality of life in adults and children. BAHA is a treatment option. The aim of this study…
Read article →Aim: This study aimed to assess the accuracy, completeness, and comprehensiveness of large language model based artificial intelligence responses in menopause counseling.…
Read article →Objective: This study aimed to systematically evaluate the informational quality, reliability, and popularity of kidney cancer–related content on YouTube™ using validated assessment…
Read article →Objective: Dental procedures are known to be potential triggers for attacks in hereditary angioedema (HAE). Therefore, we aimed to demonstrate the potential…
Read article →Objective: Radioguided parathyroidectomy using a handheld gamma probe may facilitate intraoperative gland localization; however, its incremental value in routine primary hyperparathyroidism (pHPT)…
Read article →Objective: This study aimed to assess whether alkalinization of 2% prilocaine with sodium bicarbonate reduces injection-related pain during central venous port catheter…
Read article →Background: Intrathyroidal parathyroid glands represent a rare anatomical variant and are recognized as a potential risk factor for incidental parathyroidectomy during thyroid…
Read article →Objective: To evaluate the impact of cigarette smoking on ocular surface parameters and inner retinal structure, and to explore the potential for…
Read article →Introduction: This retrospective study aimed to describe the clinical, pathological, demographic, surgical, and outcome characteristics of pediatric neuroblastoma patients treated in a…
Read article →Background: Accurate analytical results are essential for clinical decision-making. The revised CLIA 2025 criteria have introduced stricter total allowable error (TEa) limits,…
Read article →Background: Thyroid lobectomy has become an accepted initial surgical approach for selected patients with low-risk differentiated thyroid cancer. However, postoperative histopathological findings…
Read article →Objective: To investigate the effects of anti-IL-17 therapy on serum red cell distribution width (RDW) and mean platelet volume (MPV) in patients…
Read article →Aim: Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain syndrome characterized by widespread pain and sensory hypersensitivity, for which effective and well-tolerated treatments remain limited.…
Read article →Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the association between 12-hour lactate clearance and mortality in adult patients who achieved return of spontaneous…
Read article →Aim: The optimal timing of hemovac drain removal after total knee arthroplasty (TKA) remains controversial. This study aimed to compare the effects…
Read article →Aim: This study aimed to examine the relationship between partner violence exposure, violence awareness, and female sexual dysfunction, particularly among women experiencing…
Read article →Background: Large language models (LLMs) are increasingly used by clinicians and trainees for perioperative decision support, yet their alignment with Enhanced Recovery…
Read article →Aim: To estimate the median effective dose (ED₅₀) of propofol required to achieve well-tolerated and motionless colonoscope advancement through the rectosigmoid junction…
Read article →Objective: To evaluate the diagnostic yield and cost-effectiveness of immediate colposcopy versus p16/Ki-67 dual stain (DS) triage in women with non-16/18 high-risk…
Read article →Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the clinical characteristics, treatments administered, and mortality-related factors of adult patients treated for traffic accident–related trauma…
Read article →Aim: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious clinical condition associated with high mortality and neurological sequelae. This study aims to evaluate…
Read article →Objective: Acute appendicitis is one of the most common causes of emergency abdominal surgery in children, and early accurate diagnosis is essential.…
Read article →Objective: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between preoperative anxiety scores, ASA physical status scores, and complete blood count parameters. Materials…
Read article →Background: Common Variable Immunodeficiency (CVID) is characterized by recurrent infections and chronic complications. While the infectious burden of CVID has been extensively…
Read article →Objective: The De Ritis ratio (aspartate aminotransferase/alanine aminotransferase) has emerged as a prognostic biomarker in critical illness. This study aimed to evaluate…
Read article →Aim: Moderate to severe pain is common after proximal humerus surgery, often requiring opioid-based analgesia. Superior trunk block (STB), a selective brachial…
Read article →Aim: Traumatic cleft earlobe repair is challenging in children, where maintaining contour and minimizing tissue loss are key. Traditional straight-line closures, Z-plasties,…
Read article →Aim: This study aims to linguistically adapt the Turkish version of the Perceived Perioperative Competence Scale-Revised Short Form (PPCS-R-SF) and to evaluate…
Read article →Objective: Cytoreductive surgery (CRS) combined with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) is an effective treatment strategy that improves survival in selected patients with…
Read article →Aim: The study aimed to identify whether tacrolimus has preventive effects on intraperitoneal adhesions. Methods: Thirty-four 8–10-week-old male Wistar Albino rats were…
Read article →Aim: We aimed to investigate the effect of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) on cardiac reverse remodeling and fibrosis in obese patients. Methods:…
Read article →Objective: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the primary modality for preoperative evaluation of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries. However, interobserver variability in…
Read article →Aim: Obesity is associated with structural and functional cardiac abnormalities, including left ventricular hypertrophy, diastolic dysfunction, and subclinical myocardial impairment. Global longitudinal…
Read article →Background: Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) have been shown to improve metabolic parameters and may reduce cardiovascular risk profile of individuals…
Read article →Background: Acute appendicitis remains a common surgical emergency, and diagnostic uncertainty persists despite the use of clinical scores and imaging. We examined…
Read article →Purpose: Amyloidosis comprises a heterogeneous group of disorders characterized by extracellular deposition of misfolded proteins, which may result in progressive organ dysfunction.…
Read article →Introduction: The aim of this study was to compare the clinical and radiological outcomes of intramedullary headless compression screw fixation and plate-screw…
Read article →Background: Gastric polyps are increasingly identified during upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy, yet their clinical significance varies by histological subtype. The potential associations…
Read article →Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the clinical profile of pediatric trauma patients admitted to a tertiary intensive care unit (ICU) and…
Read article →Objective: The aim of this study was to present the clinical, radiological, and surgical features of a rare giant frontal aneurysmal bone…
Read article →Post-traumatic neuropathic pain due to peripheral nerve injury can be challenging to manage, especially when standard therapies fail. A 35-year-old man had…
Read article →Objective: Early prediction of severe hemodynamic instability following the Fontan procedure is clinically important. This study aimed to investigate the association between…
Read article →Introduction: Surgical stress and inadequate analgesia may increase perioperative inflammatory response. This study aimed to retrospectively evaluate the effect of brachial plexus…
Read article →Aim: Hepatic cavernous hemangioma (HCH) is the most common benign liver tumor, but the management of small lesions remains controversial. This prospective…
Read article →Aim: To evaluate the outcomes of conservative and surgical treatment approaches in pediatric acute appendicitis within a multidisciplinary management framework, and to…
Read article →Objective: The first step in intervening in elder abuse, which is destructive both individually and socially, is to determine the presence of…
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