Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi

Milvexian with Antiplatelet Therapy after Acute Coronary Syndrome Event

BackgroundPatients are at increased risk for recurrent ischemic events after an acute coronary syndrome event. Milvexian, an oral factor XIa inhibitor, may reduce the risk of major adverse clinical events with minimal bleeding risk. MethodsIn this phase 3, randomized, placebo-con...

Investigation of the relationship between breastfeeding myths and breastfeeding adaptation: a correlational survey study

The early postpartum period is a critical time frame in which mothers’ adaptation to breastfeeding is shaped and breastfeeding-related beliefs become evident. The aim of this study was to examine the relationship between the level of belief in breastfeeding myths and breastfeedin...

Epidemiology and its results in hip fractures followed in postoperative intensive care

The global proportion of individuals aged ≥ 65 years is approximately 9%, and hip fractures (HFx) represent one of the most common and serious injuries in this population. This study retrospectively evaluated postoperative intensive care unit (ICU) admissions among patients with...

The Role of HbA1c, CRP/Albumin, and Neutrophil/Lymphocyte Ratio in Predicting Mortality in Geriatric Patients with Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the association between laboratory-based metabolic, inflammatory, and nutritional markers and in-hospital mortality among patients aged 65 years and older with diabetic foot ulcers. Materials and Methods: The retrospective study included 1...

Comparison of Kinesiophobia, Upper Limb Function, and Grip Strength in Patients with Pacemakers and Coronary Artery Disease

BACKGROUND: To compare kinesiophobia, shoulder range of motion (ROM), functional disability, and handgrip strength (HGS) between patients with cardiac pacemakers and those with stable coronary artery disease (CAD). METHODS: This cross-sectional study enrolled 60 individuals aged...

Turkish adaptation of the Supportive and Palliative Care Indicators Tool (SPICT): a validity and reliability study

Abstract Background One of the major challenges in clinical practice in Türkiye is the lack of objective criteria for the early identification of patients requiring palliative care. The Supportive and Palliative Care Indicators Tool (SPICT™), developed by Murray SA and colleagues...

Extracorporeal loop, Hem-o-lok clip, and Endostapler for Appendiceal Stump Closure in Laparoscopic Appendectomy: a Retrospective Cohort Study

Purpose: No consensus exists on the optimal method of appendiceal stump closure during laparoscopic appendectomy. This study aimed to compare the safety and clinical outcomes of three stump closure methods: loop, Hem-o-lok clip, andendostapler.Methods: Medical records of patients...

Shoulder MRI for Forensic Age Estimation: Ossification Staging of the Proximal Humeral Epiphysis

Background/Objectives: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the proximal humeral epiphysis offers a radiation-free alternative for forensic age estimation in living individuals. This study aimed to characterize the relationship between chronological age and epiphyseal maturation u...

Regular AREDS2 Supplement Use in Age-Related Macular Degeneration: Factors Associated with Supplementation, Medication Adherence, and Patient-Reported Barriers

Background/Objectives: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of irreversible visual impairment, and AREDS2-based nutritional supplementation is recommended for clinically eligible patients to reduce the risk of disease progression. However, successful implemen...

EARLY ERGONOMIC STRESS IN DENTAL EDUCATION: CHANGES IN PRESSURE PAIN THRESHOLDS, BODY AWARENESS AND MUSCULOSKELETAL DISCOMFORT AMONG PRECLINICAL DENTAL STUDENTS

Objective: Dentistry is widely recognized as an ergonomically challenging profession, with work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) often developing early during undergraduate education. While physical workload is heavily studied, how preclinical education affects body awar...

Comparative Performance and Utility of Large Language Models in Generating Psychological Screening Checklists for Bariatric Surgery

Background: Psychological assessment is essential for bariatric surgery candidacy but remains inconsistent and time-consuming. This study compared three large language models (LLMs) in generating structured psychological screening checklists to support standardized preoperative e...

The effect of pulmonary nodule presence on disease severity and course in ANCA-associated vasculitis: a multicenter cohort study

Pulmonary nodules are common in ANCA-associated vasculitis (AAV), but their clinical relevance remains unclear. This study assessed the influence of pulmonary nodules and radiological features on clinical characteristics and outcomes in AAV. In this multicenter retrospective coho...

Multidisciplinary Management of Eagle Syndrome: From Diagnosis to Treatment

AbstractBackground:Eagle syndrome is a rare clinical entity characterized by a wide spectrum of symptoms, most commonly orofacial pain, dysphagia, and cervical discomfort. These symptoms result from compression and irritation of adjacent neurovascular and soft tissue structures c...

Oral and Radiographic Findings of Vitamin D Deficiency–Related Secondary Hyperparathyroidism: Two Case Reports

Background: Vitamin D plays a central role in physiological functions by regulating calcium and phosphate metabolism, promoting growth, and facilitating the remodeling of bones and teeth. Vitamin D deficiency (VDD) can result in hypocalcemia and the development of secondary hyper...

Small airway dysfunction and associated clinical characteristics in severe asthma under omalizumab and mepolizumab treatment.

BACKGROUND: Small airway dysfunction (SAD) plays a critical role in the pathophysiology of asthma. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to evaluate the frequency of SAD in patients with severe asthma, and to assess its association with asthma control. METHODS: A total of 84 severe asthma...

Disease stage at diagnosis determines survival among Syrian refugee cancer patients treated at a metropolitan tertiary center in Türkiye

Refugee populations experience major challenges in accessing cancer diagnosis and treatment, which frequently leads to delayed presentation and more advanced disease stages. However, there is still limited information on survival outcomes of refugee cancer patients receiving care...

Death anxiety and religious orientation among patients receiving palliative care in Turkey: a multicenter cross-sectional study

Death anxiety is a clinically relevant psychosocial concern in palliative care, and religious orientation may influence how patients interpret and cope with end-of-life experiences. This study aimed to examine the relationship between death anxiety and general religious orientati...

Evaluation of Alexithymia Level in Children With Cystic Fibrosis

The present study sought to determine the extent of alexithymia within the cystic fibrosis (CF) population and examine how it relates to both the severity of the illness and the effectiveness of patient disease management strategies. The study sample included adolescents aged 14...

The Effect of Aromatherapy on Fatigue and Sleep Quality in Intensive Care Nurses: A Randomised Placebo‐Controlled Trial

BACKGROUND: Intensive care nurses are at high risk of fatigue and sleep disturbances due to irregular shift patterns and high levels of occupational stress. Although aromatherapy is increasingly used as a holistic intervention, evidence regarding its effects on fatigue and sleep...

Association between the 2026 IDF-DAR risk category and Ramadan fasting intention among adults with diabetes in primary care: a cross-sectional study

Abstract Background The 2026 International Diabetes Federation–Diabetes and Ramadan (IDF-DAR) Risk Calculator supports Ramadan-related diabetes risk assessment, but its association with fasting intention in primary care is unclear. We examined the association between risk categor...