Ulus Travma Acil Cer
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Nov 2013
Case ReportsIliopsoas hematoma due to muscular rupture following defibrillation.
We describe a 62 year old patient who presented with acute anterior ischemia and subsequently developed an iliopsoas hematoma. The patient was treated surgically due to rapid progression and femoral neuropathy, and the iliopsoas muscle rupture was diagnosed intraoperatively. The rupture was related to the external electrical defibrillation the patient had on admission. This was a rare case, and we hope the report would help to raise physicians' awareness regarding this complication and treatment.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Nov 2013
A new application technique of circular fixator for the treatment of open tibial fractures: circular fixator-hinge technique.
The purpose of this study is to present and validate a hinge-fixator technique for the treatment of open tibial fractures, which has advantages in application and the follow up period. ⋯ The hinge-fixator technique is a fast and easy method that contributes to shorter operation times, reduced radiation exposure, and more comfortable treatment periods.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Nov 2013
Case ReportsAcute intestinal obstruction secondary to left paraduodenal hernia: a case report.
Paraduodenal hernia, the most common type of internal herniation, is rare in the etiology of intestinal obstruction. Delayed diagnosis and surgical intervention may result in significant morbidity and mortality risk. This report presents a case of left paraduodenal hernia resulting in acute intestinal obstruction. ⋯ Paraduodenal hernia should be considered as a possible etiology in cases of acute intestinal obstruction with unremarkable presentations. Physicians should be familiar with the demonstrative imaging findings of computed tomography of a paraduodenal hernia. Early surgical intervention is critical to prevent the significant morbidity and mortality associated with this condition.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Nov 2013
Case ReportsA rare cause of acute appendicitis: an ingested foreign body.
Various kinds of foreign bodies causing appendicitis have been reported. However, a needle contained in the appendix is very rare, especially in adults. ⋯ The patient was successfully treated with laparoscopic surgical intervention. In cases of a foreign body in the gastrointestinal tract that cannot be removed endoscopically, the emergence of non-specific symptoms may be early symptoms of acute problems in the abdomen.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Nov 2013
An analysis of firearms-related deaths between 1993-2010: a retrospective study.
Firearm injuries (FI) are the most common cause of death among military personnel. In this study, postmortem examination and autopsy records of deaths resulting from firearm injuries recorded in the Department of Forensic Medicine of Gulhane Military Medical Academy between 1993-2010 were examined retrospectively. ⋯ In conclusion, complete forensic and medical records will facilitate the rapid and accurate conclusion of the legal process and will enhance future retrospective studies.