S.B.Ü. Bursa Yüksek İhtisas Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi

Association of Serum Visfatin Levels with Coronary Artery Disease and Biochemical Parameters in Patients Undergoing Maintenance Hemodialysis

Background: Cardiovascular disease is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in patients with end-stage kidney disease receiving maintenance hemodialysis. Visfatin is a pro-inflammatory adipokine involved in metabolic and inflammatory pathways; however, its relationship with es...

Clinical Characteristics, Disease Activity and Severity of Thyroid Orbitopathy at Presentation to a Tertiary Referral Center

Objectives: To present the clinical characteristics of patients with thyroid orbitopathy at initial presentation to a tertiary care center and to determine the disease activity and severity of thyroid orbitopathy at the time of referral.Materials and Methods: This retrospective o...

Handheld urine total dissolved solids and ultrasound-detected renal stones smaller than 5 mm in infants: a prospective pilot comparative study

Infants with asymptomatic renal stones smaller than 5 mm are often managed conservatively with ultrasonographic follow-up and hydration counselling. In diapered children, repeated outpatient urine assessment is difficult because first-morning samples, 24-hour urine collections, a...

The Role of Umbilicocerebral Ratio and Cerebroplacental Ratio in Predicting Adverse Perinatal Outcomes in Women Undergoing Labor Induction

ABSTRACT Purpose To evaluate the predictive value and clinical significance of pre‐induction Doppler blood flow parameters of the umbilical artery (UA) and middle cerebral artery (MCA), as well as cerebroplacental ratio (CPR), and umbilicocerebral ratio (UCR) for fetal distress d...

Preoxygenation with deep breathing plus pressure support and positive end-expiratory pressure in obese patients and ultrasound assessment of gastric distension: a randomized controlled trial

Abstract Background It is known that anatomical and physiological differences in obese patients make preoxygenation difficult and limit its success. This study aimed to investigate the effects of adding pressure support ventilation (PSV) and positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP...

Exploratory Analysis of the C-Reactive Protein–Albumin–Lymphocyte Index and Progression-Free Survival in Early-Stage Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma

An easily accessible biomarker to predict early relapse in early-stage classical Hodgkin lymphoma (cHL) remains an unmet clinical need, and this study explored whether the C-reactive protein–albumin–lymphocyte (CALLY) index provides prognostic information in this setting. Ninety-...

Measurement-Oriented Evaluation of Deep Learning Models for Automated Fetal Head Biometry in Prenatal Ultrasound

Background/Objectives: Accurate fetal head biometry, obtained via ultrasound imaging, is fundamental to prenatal assessment, as it enables fetal growth to be monitored and developmental abnormalities to be detected early. However, conventional manual measurements are time-consumi...

Valproic Acid–Induced Hyperammonemic Encephalopathy: A Case Report

This article presents a case demonstrating that valproic acid, which is widely used in the treatment of bipolar disorder, can lead to hyperammonemic encephalopathy, a rare but potentially serious adverse effect.

Modified Endothelial Activation and Stress Index (mEASIX) Predicts Long-Term Mortality in Patients with Acute Coronary Syndromes

Endothelial dysfunction, inflammation, and microvascular injury are key mechanisms involved in the development and progression of acute coronary syndrome (ACS). The Endothelial Activation and Stress Index (EASIX) and its derivatives have emerged as readily available biomarkers of...

Isolated Optic Disc Drusen as a Cause of Pseudopapilledema in a Nanophthalmic Eye with Angle-Closure Glaucoma

Nanophthalmos is a rare ocular condition characterized by small, hyperopic eyes with short axial length, thickened sclera, and narrow anterior chamber, predisposing patients to angle-closure glaucoma and surgical complications. We report a 45-year-old female presenting with angle...

Association Between the Triglyceride-to-HDL Cholesterol Ratio and Glycemic Control in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Real-World Retrospective Study

Background and Objectives: The triglyceride-to-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio (TG/HDL-C) is a simple lipid index associated with insulin resistance and atherogenic dyslipidemia. Previous evidence has supported the TG/HDL-C ratio as a simple surrogate marker of insulin...

Association Between the Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio and Recurrence in Idiopathic Granulomatous Mastitis

Idiopathic granulomatous mastitis (IGM) is a rare chronic inflammatory breast disease with a relapsing course. The neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) has been investigated as a potential inflammatory biomarker in various diseases. This study aimed to evaluate the association be...

Antenatal care utilization and associated factors among Syrian women attending an enhanced migrant health center in Bursa, Türkiye: a cross-sectional study

This study examined antenatal care (ANC) utilization and associated factors among Syrian women attending an Enhanced Migrant Health Center (EMHC) in Bursa, Türkiye. A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted between January and April 2026 among Syrian women who had give...

Scenario-Related Anxiety, Self-Reported Critical Incidents, and Burnout Among Anesthesia Professionals: A Cross-Sectional Survey

Background/Objectives: Scenario-specific anticipatory anxiety among anesthesia professionals is poorly characterized. We describe scenario ratings, career incidents, and associated factors. Methods: This cross-sectional survey (20 June–6 July 2026) included a self-selected conven...

Knowledge, attitudes, and use of artificial intelligence among adult and pediatric hematologists in Türkiye: a national cross-sectional survey

Artificial intelligence (AI), including generative AI and large language models, is entering hematology practice and research, but real-world integration depends on clinicians’ knowledge, attitudes, use, and governance rather than algorithm performance alone. Evidence specific to...

Cue-specific sexual avoidance, metacognitive beliefs, and sexual functioning in women with lifelong vaginismus: a cross-sectional case–control study

Abstract Background Avoidance is a key maintaining factor in lifelong vaginismus and may extend beyond penetration attempts to broader sexual cues. Metacognitive beliefs, particularly beliefs about the usefulness of worry and the uncontrollability and danger of thoughts, may shap...

Vaccine antibody responses in children with inborn errors of metabolism on protein-restricted diets: an overlooked silent risk?

OBJECTIVES: Despite routine vaccination recommendations, concerns remain about vaccine-induced immune responses in some patients with inborn errors of metabolism (IEM). Therefore, antibody levels against vaccine antigens should be monitored to detect possible immune dysfunction....