Istanbul Medipol University

Association between sleep bruxism, awake bruxism, perceived stress and coping strategies among dental students: a cross-sectional study

Bruxism is a common condition that can adversely affect quality of life and may be associated with tooth wear, temporomandibular disorders, and failures of dental restorations. The aim of this cross-sectional study was to investigate whether sleep bruxism (SB) and/or awake bruxis...

Effects of carbohydrate counting training versus standard nutritional and medical therapy on glycemic control and sarcopenia in type 2 diabetes: an open-label randomized controlled trial

Abstract Introduction Carbohydrate counting training is recommended for patients with type 1 diabetes as it has been proved to be effective in providing glycemic control. However, there is limited evidence of this training on glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes. Fur...

Real-World Effectiveness and Renal Safety of Foscarnet for CMV Reactivation After Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation

Background/Objectives: Cytomegalovirus (CMV) reactivation is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant (allo-HCT) recipients. Letermovir is used to prevent infections, but it is not available in many countries. Ganciclovir and valga...

Efficacy of Beta-Aminopropionitrile, Contractubex®, Nigella sativa Oil, Aloe Vera Oil, and Soybean Oil in Preventing Postoperative Adhesions in an Experimental Thyroidectomy Model

<title>Abstract</title> Background/Aim: Adhesions in reoperative thyroid surgery lead to prolonged operation times and an increase in postoperative complications. The use of anti-adhesive agents during the initial surgery may reduce the incidence of recurrent laryngeal nerve inju...

Personalized but Valued? How AI-Driven Advertising Shapes Perceived Trust and Purchase Intention: A Cross-National Comparison

AI-driven personalization has become a defining feature of digital advertising, yet whether it drives purchase intention directly or depends on other underlying mechanisms remains insufficiently understood, particularly in under-studied emerging markets. This study investigates h...

Preoperative Naples Prognostic Score and outcomes after isolated coronary artery bypass grafting: a retrospective cohort study

Inflammatory and nutritional status may refine risk assessment before coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). This study evaluated the association between preoperative Naples Prognostic Score (NPS) and early and follow-up outcomes after isolated CABG. This single-center retrospec...

Is Surgical Excision Mandatory for Sclerosing Adenosis Diagnosed on Core Needle Biopsy? Multimodal Imaging Features and Upgrade Outcomes in a Symptomatic Cohort

Background: Sclerosing adenosis (SA) is a benign, proliferative breast lesion that frequently mimics malignancy on multimodality imaging. The appropriate clinical management of SA diagnosed via core needle biopsy (CNB) remains a highly debated topic in breast oncology. This study...

Are sustainable plant-based diets suitable for all? A nutrigenetic perspective

Background While global nutrition policies increasingly promote plant-based diets for environmental sustainability, this approach may implicitly assume biological homogeneity and overlook interindividual genetic variability in nutrient metabolism. Aim This review evaluates potent...

Coping with premenstrual symptoms among women with irregular menstrual cycles: a qualitative study from Turkey

This study was conducted to examine how women with irregular menstrual cycles experience premenstrual symptoms, the methods they use to cope with these symptoms, and how this process is reflected in daily life. The study was designed using a phenomenological design, one of the qu...

Early Mental Recovery After Job Loss: Uncovering Critical Factors Through a Novel Fuzzy Decision-Making Framework

In corporate life, job loss is a multidimensional crisis that not only threatens individuals’ economic security but also profoundly shakes psychological balance, sense of identity, and future expectations. The aim of this study is to identify the factors that most significantly i...

Time-dependent effect of isotretinoin use on oral health related quality of life in acne vulgaris patients: a longitudinal study

Abstract Background This longitudinal designed study evaluated the impact of systemic isotretinoin use on oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) through its effects on clinical periodontal parameters, salivary flow rate, and patient-reported oral symptoms. Methodology Twent...

Seminal Plasma Kisspeptin‐1 and Kisspeptin‐54 Levels Are Associated With Semen Parameters and Oxidative Stress in Male Infertility

ABSTRACT Objective Kisspeptin‐1 and Kisspeptin‐54 are key regulators of the hypothalamic–pituitary–gonadal axis and may play a role in male reproductive function. This study aimed to evaluate the association between seminal plasma kisspeptin levels and male infertility, and to ex...

Evaluation of Bruch’s membrane opening minimum rim width and retinal nerve fiber layer in patients with glaucoma and comparison with normal population

To assess and compare the diagnostic performance of Bruch’s membrane opening–minimum rim width (BMO-MRW) and retinal nerve fiber layer (RNFL) thickness parameters in patients with early-stage glaucoma. This observational cross-sectional study included 60 eyes with primary open-an...

Blood Pressure and Angina-Related Health Status During Benidipine Therapy: A Multicenter Real-World Cohort Study

Background: Benidipine is a long-acting calcium channel blocker used for the treatment of hypertension and chronic coronary syndrome. Although it effectively lowers blood pressure (BP), the relationship between BP reduction and improvement in angina-related health status during b...

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...

Clinical Decision Support via ChatGPT: An Evidence-Based Perspective in Pediatric Occupational Therapy

Aim: This study aims to evaluate the accuracy of ChatGPT’s responses to clinical questions related to Cerebral Palsy (CP) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in the field of occupational therapy, as well as the reliability of the references it provides.Method: Ten clinical questio...

Laparoscopic suture pectopexy for advanced stage vaginal vault prolapse: a feasible alternative to synthetic mesh (Biyik’s modification)

OBJECTIVES: The aim of the study is to evaluate the safety and feasibility of using a nonabsorbable suture instead of synthetic mesh in laparoscopic pectopexy. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Women diagnosed with symptomatic Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification (POP-Q) stage III and IV vag...