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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Jul 2022
Comparison of effective factors in loss of reduction after locking plate-screw treatment in humerus proximal fractures.
In proximal humerus fractures, loss of reduction can occur following surgical fixation. The factors that affect loss of reduction in cases treated with locking plates as well as their relationship with the degree of loss of reduction were investigated in this study. ⋯ Many factors influence loss of reduction in proximal humerus fractures after surgical treatment with a locking plate. Supporting the medial region is particularly critical for maintaining reduction in the post-operative period. Furthermore, a relationship was revealed between the amount of medial displacement and the values of head-neck angle and head height.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Jul 2022
Laboratory markers used in the prediction of perforation in acute appendicitis.
In this study, we aimed to evaluate the laboratory markers used in the diagnosis of acute appendicitis (AA) and present the parameters that can be used to predict acute perforated appendicitis. ⋯ We believe that the WBC, total bilirubin, CRP, and NLR values obtained within this study, which is tested in the rapid and easily accessible blood tests in routine examinations that can contribute to the prediction of perforation.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Jul 2022
Case ReportsWohlfahrtiimonas chitiniclastica-related soft-tissue infection and osteomyelitis: A rare case report.
Wohlfahrtiimonas chitiniclastica is a rare pathogen that was first isolated from Wohlfahrtia magnifica, a parasitic fly. It is an uncommon, but an emerging human pathogen reported only in Europe and South America. ⋯ The present case, a patient suffering from osteomyelitis in Turkey, represents the first report of this pathogen in this country and so far no reports of related osteomyelitis associated with W. chitiniclastica is available. Clin-ical awareness of these emerging human pathogens is crucial for controlling infectious diseases.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Jul 2022
Case ReportsUncommon presentation of Meckel's diverticulum in a child with decompensated hypovolemic shock.
Meckel's diverticulum (MD) is the most common congenital anomaly of the gastrointestinal tract and may cause serious complications such as intestinal obstruction, gastrointestinal hemorrhage, or inflammation with/without perforation, which can present with non-spe-cific symptoms and signs. We report on the case of a 2.5-year-old boy admitted to our emergency department in poor condition, with compatible signs of decompensated hypovolemic shock. This case finally resulted in intestinal volvulus and internal hernia, a very rare combination of two complications of MD, as determined in the operating room.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Jul 2022
Management of uncomplicated acute appendicitis during the COVID-19 pandemic: Appendectomy or non-surgical treatment?
This study aims to compare medical treatment and appendectomy in patients diagnosed with uncomplicated acute appendicitis during the COVID-19 pandemic. ⋯ Medical treatment is an effective alternative in patients with uncomplicated appendicitis. Even in the case of a recurrence in follow-up, surgery due to a potential recurrence is not associated with an increased rate of complication compared to direct surgery.