Volume 9, Issue 2
June 2026 · Journal of Cukurova Anesthesia and Surgical Sciences
Evaluation of The Necessity of The Thyroidectomy in Patients Undergoing Total Laryngectomy: A Single Center Experience
Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the necessity of thyroidectomy in patients undergoing total laryngectomy in a single-center experience. It focused on determining the…
Comparative Effects of Proton Pump Inhibitors and Histamine-2 Receptor Blockers on Renal Function in Critically Ill Patients: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Aim: To compare the effects of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and histamine-2 receptor blockers (H₂RBs) on renal function in critically ill adults with preserved…
Comparison of the Therapeutic Efficacy of Antibiotic Therapy, Nasal Steroids, Isotonic Saline, and Hypertonic Saline in Patients with Acute Rhinosinusitis
Aim: Acute rhinosinusitis (ARS) is a common upper respiratory tract disorder characterized by inflammation of the nasal and paranasal sinus mucosa. Many factors play…
Sex-Based Differences in Clinicopathologic Features and Survival Outcomes in Colon Cancer
Aim: Sex-related differences in the epidemiology and clinical behavior of colon cancer have gained increasing attention, yet existing findings remain inconsistent. This study aimed…
Quality Of Life and Audiological Results of Patients with Bone Anchored Hearing Aid
Aim: Conductive hearing loss effects quality of life in adults and children. BAHA is a treatment option. The aim of this study is to…
New Horizons in Digital Health: The Role of ChatGPT in Knowledge Quality and Patient Education in AI-Assisted Menopause Counseling
Aim: This study aimed to assess the accuracy, completeness, and comprehensiveness of large language model based artificial intelligence responses in menopause counseling. Specifically, it…
Assessment of Quality, Reliability, and Popularity of Kidney Cancer–Related YouTube™ Videos: A Cross-Sectional Study
Objective: This study aimed to systematically evaluate the informational quality, reliability, and popularity of kidney cancer–related content on YouTube™ using validated assessment tools. Methods:…
Dental Procedures for Hereditary Angioedema Patients: What Happens in Real Life?
Objective: Dental procedures are known to be potential triggers for attacks in hereditary angioedema (HAE). Therefore, we aimed to demonstrate the potential of dental…
Selective Use of Intraoperative Gamma Probe in Parathyroidectomy: A Single-Center Retrospective Study
Objective: Radioguided parathyroidectomy using a handheld gamma probe may facilitate intraoperative gland localization; however, its incremental value in routine primary hyperparathyroidism (pHPT) surgery remains…
The Effect of Buffered Prilocaine on Injection Pain During Central Venous Port Catheter Placement
Objective: This study aimed to assess whether alkalinization of 2% prilocaine with sodium bicarbonate reduces injection-related pain during central venous port catheter placement. Methods:…
Incidence and Histopathological Features of Intrathyroidal Parathyroid Excision: A High-Volume Single-Center Retrospective Study
Background: Intrathyroidal parathyroid glands represent a rare anatomical variant and are recognized as a potential risk factor for incidental parathyroidectomy during thyroid surgery. Their…
From Smoke to Clarity: Evaluating Ocular Surface and Retinal Effects of Smoking and Cessation
Objective: To evaluate the impact of cigarette smoking on ocular surface parameters and inner retinal structure, and to explore the potential for reversibility following…
Pediatric Neuroblastoma: Survival, Mortality, and Surgical Outcomes at a Tertiary Care Center
Introduction: This retrospective study aimed to describe the clinical, pathological, demographic, surgical, and outcome characteristics of pediatric neuroblastoma patients treated in a tertiary healthcare…
Analytical Performance Evaluation of Routine Biochemical Tests Using Sigma Metrics and Quality Goal Index According to CLIA 2025 Targets
Background: Accurate analytical results are essential for clinical decision-making. The revised CLIA 2025 criteria have introduced stricter total allowable error (TEa) limits, requiring reassessment…
Retrospective Evaluation of Thyroid Cancer Cases Requiring Completion Surgery After Lobectomy
Background: Thyroid lobectomy has become an accepted initial surgical approach for selected patients with low-risk differentiated thyroid cancer. However, postoperative histopathological findings may reveal…
Effects of Anti-IL-17 Therapy on Serum Red Cell Distribution Width and Mean Platelet Volume in Ankylosing Spondylitis: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Objective: To investigate the effects of anti-IL-17 therapy on serum red cell distribution width (RDW) and mean platelet volume (MPV) in patients with ankylosing…
The analgesic effect of thymoquinone in the reserpine-induced experimental fibromyalgia model
Aim: Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain syndrome characterized by widespread pain and sensory hypersensitivity, for which effective and well-tolerated treatments remain limited. This study…
Limited Prognostic Value of 12-Hour Lactate Clearance After Cardiac Arrest: A Retrospective Observational Study
Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the association between 12-hour lactate clearance and mortality in adult patients who achieved return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC)…
Postoperative Mobilization Based Hemovac Drain Management After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Prospective Comparative Study
Aim: The optimal timing of hemovac drain removal after total knee arthroplasty (TKA) remains controversial. This study aimed to compare the effects of drain…
Partner Violence Exposure, Violence Awareness, and Their Impact on Female Sexual Function
Aim: This study aimed to examine the relationship between partner violence exposure, violence awareness, and female sexual dysfunction, particularly among women experiencing infertility and…
Guideline concordance of large language models for ERAS colorectal surgery recommendations: a blinded, clinician-rated comparison of Google Gemini and ChatGPT
Background: Large language models (LLMs) are increasingly used by clinicians and trainees for perioperative decision support, yet their alignment with Enhanced Recovery After Surgery…
Estimation of the Median Effective Dose of Propofol for Colonoscope Insertion in Adult Patients: A Prospective Dose-Finding Study
Aim: To estimate the median effective dose (ED₅₀) of propofol required to achieve well-tolerated and motionless colonoscope advancement through the rectosigmoid junction in adult…
Diagnostic and Economic Impact of Colposcopy versus Dual Stain Triage in Women with Non-16/18 hrHPV Positive and NILM Cytology
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 HPV (hrHPV)…
Clinical Characteristics and Outcomes of Adult Traffic Accident Patients in a Tertiary Care Intensive Care Unit
Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the clinical characteristics, treatments administered, and mortality-related factors of adult patients treated for traffic accident–related trauma in a…
Glasgow Coma Scale–Pupils Score and C-Reactive Protein-to-Albumin Ratio as Predictors of In-hospital Mortality in Moderate-to-Severe Traumatic Brain Injury
Aim: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious clinical condition associated with high mortality and neurological sequelae. This study aims to evaluate the prognostic…
A Traditional Yet Powerful Tool: The Superiority of the Pediatric Appendicitis Score (PAS) Despite the Introduction of Novel Hematologic Markers
Objective: Acute appendicitis is one of the most common causes of emergency abdominal surgery in children, and early accurate diagnosis is essential. This study…
Evaluation Of The Relationship Between Preoperative Anxiety Level And Complete Blood Count Parameters And American Society Of Anesthesiologists Score
Objective: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between preoperative anxiety scores, ASA physical status scores, and complete blood count parameters. Materials and Methods:…
Psychiatric Burden in Adult Patients with Common Variable Immunodeficiency: A Single-Center Cross-Sectional Study
Background: Common Variable Immunodeficiency (CVID) is characterized by recurrent infections and chronic complications. While the infectious burden of CVID has been extensively studied, psychiatric…
The Role of the De Ritis Ratio in ICU Mortality Among Critically Ill Patients with COVID-19
Objective: The De Ritis ratio (aspartate aminotransferase/alanine aminotransferase) has emerged as a prognostic biomarker in critical illness. This study aimed to evaluate the independent…
Efficacy of Ultrasound-Guided Superior Trunk Block for Postoperative Analgesia After Proximal Humerus Surgery: A Randomised Controlled Trial
Aim: Moderate to severe pain is common after proximal humerus surgery, often requiring opioid-based analgesia. Superior trunk block (STB), a selective brachial plexus block,…
Pocketed V-Flap Technique for Traumatic Earlobe Cleft Repair: A Case Report
Aim: Traumatic cleft earlobe repair is challenging in children, where maintaining contour and minimizing tissue loss are key. Traditional straight-line closures, Z-plasties, and local…
Psychometric Validation of the Perceived Perioperative Competence Scale–Revised Short Form (PPCS-R-SF)
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 its validity…
Late jejunal loop perforation following cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) in patients with peritonitis carcinomatosis (PC).
Objective: Cytoreductive surgery (CRS) combined with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) is an effective treatment strategy that improves survival in selected patients with peritoneal carcinomatosis.…
Role of Tacrolimus in Preventing Intra-Abdominal Adhesions
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 used. They…
The Impact of Bariatric Surgery on Reverse Cardiac Remodeling and Serum Galectin-3 Levels
Aim: We aimed to investigate the effect of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) on cardiac reverse remodeling and fibrosis in obese patients. Methods: This prospective…
Diagnostic Accuracy and Interobserver Variability of Preoperative Knee MRI in Arthroscopically Confirmed Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tears
Objective: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the primary modality for preoperative evaluation of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries. However, interobserver variability in MRI interpretation…
Early Improvement in Left Ventricular Mechanics After Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy Detected by Global Longitudinal Strain
Aim: Obesity is associated with structural and functional cardiac abnormalities, including left ventricular hypertrophy, diastolic dysfunction, and subclinical myocardial impairment. Global longitudinal strain (GLS)…
Impact of GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Therapy on Metabolic Parameters and Cardiovascular Risk: A Real-World Study
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 diagnosed with…
Interpretable Decision Tree Model for Classification of Acute Appendicitis Using Clinical, Laboratory, and Imaging Data: A Retrospective Single-Center Study.
Background: Acute appendicitis remains a common surgical emergency, and diagnostic uncertainty persists despite the use of clinical scores and imaging. We examined whether an…
AA Amyloidosis with Gastrointestinal, Mesenteric, and Omental Involvement in a Patient with Crohn’s Disease and Familial Mediterranean Fever: A Rare Case Report
Purpose: Amyloidosis comprises a heterogeneous group of disorders characterized by extracellular deposition of misfolded proteins, which may result in progressive organ dysfunction. Gastrointestinal involvement…
Clinical and Radiological Outcomes of Intramedullary Screw and Plate-Screw Fixation in Extra-Articular Metacarpal Fractures: A Comparative Study
Introduction: The aim of this study was to compare the clinical and radiological outcomes of intramedullary headless compression screw fixation and plate-screw fixation in…
Prevalence and Characteristics of Gastric Polyps: A Retrospective Analysis of Their Association with Anemia, Helicobacter pylori, and Colonic Neoplasia
Background: Gastric polyps are increasingly identified during upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy, yet their clinical significance varies by histological subtype. The potential associations between polyp…
Retrospective Evaluation of Clinical, Demographic, and Prognostic Aspects of Pediatric Trauma Patients Followed in Our Intensive Care Unit
Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the clinical profile of pediatric trauma patients admitted to a tertiary intensive care unit (ICU) and to determine…
Giant Frontal Aneurysmal Bone Cyst with Orbital and Anterior Cranial Fossa Extension in an Adolescent: A Case Report
Objective: The aim of this study was to present the clinical, radiological, and surgical features of a rare giant frontal aneurysmal bone cyst (ABC)…
Phenol Neurolysis for Treatment-Resistant Post-Traumatic Neuropathic Pain: A Case Report
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 a six-year…
Surgical Determinants of Biomarker Profiles and Outcomes After the Fontan Procedure in Children
Objective: Early prediction of severe hemodynamic instability following the Fontan procedure is clinically important. This study aimed to investigate the association between early postoperative…
The Effect of Postoperative Analgesia Induced by Peripheral Nerve Block on Inflammatory Biomarkers in Patients Undergoing Upper Extremity Surgery
Introduction: Surgical stress and inadequate analgesia may increase perioperative inflammatory response. This study aimed to retrospectively evaluate the effect of brachial plexus blocks used…
Use of Ultrasound-Guided Percutaneous Microwave Ablation in the Treatment of Hepatic Cavernous Hemangioma: A Prospective Single-Center Study
Aim: Hepatic cavernous hemangioma (HCH) is the most common benign liver tumor, but the management of small lesions remains controversial. This prospective study evaluated…
Pediatric Acute Appendicitis: A Retrospective Evaluation of Multidisciplinary Management in Conservative and Surgical Treatment Approaches
Aim: To evaluate the outcomes of conservative and surgical treatment approaches in pediatric acute appendicitis within a multidisciplinary management framework, and to investigate factors…
Scale Development Study to Determine Elderly Abuse
Objective: The first step in intervening in elder abuse, which is destructive both individually and socially, is to determine the presence of abuse. The…
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