Ulusal travma ve acil cerrahi dergisi = Turkish journal of trauma & emergency surgery : TJTES
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Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg · Jan 2025
Percutaneous cholecystostomy in elderly patients with acute cholecystitis: Factors influencing mortality, morbidity, and length of hospital stay.
Acute cholecystitis (AC) is increasingly common and imposes a burden on healthcare systems, particularly in the elderly population. While laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) is the definitive treatment, percutaneous cholecystostomy (PC) is often preferred based on various factors. The treatment of elderly patients requires a multidisciplinary approach that carefully assesses surgical risks due to age-related changes and comorbidities. This retrospective study evaluates factors affecting mortality, morbidity, and hospital stay in elderly patients diagnosed with AC who presented to the emergency department and underwent PC. ⋯ Personalized treatment strategies are essential for managing AC in elderly patients. Early placement of PC may reduce hospital stays and associated costs. Further research and updated guidelines are necessary to optimize outcomes in this demographic group.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg · Jan 2025
Comparative StudyExtension-block pinning versus custom-made plate fixation technique: A comparison of two methods in the treatment of osseous mallet finger injuries.
Mallet finger injuries, characterized by a flexion deformity caused by trauma to the extensor mechanism at the base of the distal phalanx, can lead to significant functional impairment if not treated appropriately. Surgical interventions for osseous mallet finger injuries often include techniques such as extension-block pinning and perioperative modifying plate fixation. When comparing these two methods, it is critical to assess factors such as technical ease, perioperative considerations, and postoperative outcomes. This study aims to compare these two techniques to provide valuable insights into the optimal surgical approach for treating osseous mallet finger injuries, improving patient care and outcomes. ⋯ Extension-block pinning is noted for its simplicity and favorable postoperative range of motion outcomes. In contrast, perioperative modifying plate fixation enhances stability and mechanical performance, positively impacting overall functional recovery. The choice between these techniques should consider procedural simplicity, perioperative demands, mechanical efficiency, and postoperative functional outcomes.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg · Jan 2025
How do inflammatory marker dynamics shift with acute calculous cholecystitis severity?
Gallstone may cause complications of cholecystitis, gallbladder gangrene, perforation, and related sepsis. This study aims to identify how CRP and immune cells change in patients with acute calculous cholecystitis based on the severity of disease. ⋯ Evaluation of CRP, NLR, lymphocyte count, total CD3+ cells, CD4/CD8 ratio and HLA-DR expression on monocytes, at hospital admission, can provide clinicians with valuable information about the prognosis of the disease.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg · Jan 2025
Clinical and radiographic evaluation of two different apexification protocols in traumatized immature permanent incisors.
Dental trauma can cause damage to the pulp tissue in immature teeth. Revascularization therapy is a possible option in the treatment of non-vital, immature permanent teeth with a history of trauma. The aim of this prospective study was to evaluate the radiographic and clinical results of immature teeth with a history of trauma treated by regenerative endodontic procedures and mineral trioxide aggregate apexification techniques. ⋯ The revascularization method is a treatment option that has positive results in terms of root development in teeth with necrotic pulp as a result of trauma.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg · Jan 2025
The effect of carvacrol on reducing bacterial translocation, liver and intestinal damage in obstructive jaundice models of rats.
BACKGROUND Obstructive jaundice is a common surgical issue caused by obstruction in the bile ducts, which can result from factors such as stones or cancers in the main bile duct. This study aimed to investigate the effects of carvacrol, a compound known for its strong antioxidant properties, on intestinal damage, liver damage, and bacterial translocation in an animal model of obstructive jaundice. METHODS The study utilized six groups of six Wistar Albino rats each. ⋯ Despite carvacrol's known antioxidant properties, it failed to show benefits in this experimental model. CONCLUSION Carvacrol, while recognized for its antioxidant effects, did not demonstrate therapeutic efficacy in treating obstructive jaundice in rats. The study suggests that further research with a larger sample size may be necessary to potentially uncover positive effects and better understand carvacrol's potential role in managing obstructive jaundice.