Ulus Travma Acil Cer
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Nov 2018
Randomized Controlled TrialIs tranexamic acid safe and reliable during tibial intramedullary nailing?
The aim of this study was to determine if the use of tranexamic acid (TXA) during intramedullary reaming treatment for tibial diaphyseal fractures was safe, reduced blood loss, or affected cost effectiveness. ⋯ The application of intravenous TXA during the preoperative period in the treatment of tibial fractures with intramedullary nailing reduced the bleeding seen in the postoperative period. It did not lead to intravascular thrombosis in the postoperative period, and had no adverse effect on bone healing.
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The Karaman score is a novel diagnostic scoring system consisting of 6 parameters. The aim of the present study was to assess the diagnostic performance of the Karaman score in comparison with the Alvarado score. ⋯ The Karaman score was more predictive than the Alvarado score in distinguishing acute appendicitis from a negative appendectomy.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Nov 2018
The diagnostic value of irisin in patients with acute abdominal pain: A preliminary study.
The aim of this study was to investigate the prognostic value of irisin by examining the serum level of this smooth muscle protein in patients presenting at the emergency department (ED) with acute abdominal pain. ⋯ The serum irisin level in patients with abdominal pain may serve as a guide in diagnostic decision-making and determining the prognosis for cases of acute abdominal pain involving luminal obstruction in tubular intra abdominal organs.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Nov 2018
Laparoscopic versus open appendectomy in pregnancy: A single center experience.
The aim of this study was to compare the obstetric and surgical outcomes of laparoscopic appendectomy (LA) and open appendectomy (OA) performed for pregnant women at a single center. It was the hypothesis of this study that there would be no significant difference in the results. ⋯ The results of this study suggest that LA can be a safe option for both the pregnant patient and the child. Further prospective, randomized studies with a larger group of pregnant patients with appendicitis are needed to fully determine the effects of laparoscopy in these circumstances.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Nov 2018
Can Alvarado and Appendicitis Inflammatory Response scores evaluate the severity of acute appendicitis?
The Alvarado score (AS) and the Appendicitis Inflammatory Response score (AIRS) were developed to diagnose acute appendicitis (AA). The aim of this study was to evaluate the severity of AA using the AS and the AIRS tools. ⋯ Both the AS and the AIRS can evaluate pathological severity, but only the AIRS can evaluate complicated or uncomplicated appendicitis and the diameter of the appendix. These tools can be used to reduce the number of unnecessary radiological or surgical interventions.