Hafize Uzun

Serum WISP-1 and CTRP1 Levels in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Associations with HOMA-IR and Glycemic Status

Background and Objectives: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is characterized by insulin resistance and metabolic dysregulation, in which adipokines may be involved. We evaluated serum Wnt1-inducible signaling pathway protein-1 (WISP-1/CCN4) and C1q/TNF-related protein-1 (CTRP1...

Study Clinical Characteristics and Outcomes of Candida auris Candidemia in Adult Intensive Care Unit Patients: A 30-Month Retrospective Study

Background: Candida auris (C. auris) has emerged as a multidrug-resistant fungal pathogen causing healthcare-associated outbreaks worldwide, particularly in intensive care units (ICUs). Its environmental persistence, multidrug resistance, and high mortality make it a major challe...