Ulus Travma Acil Cer
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · May 2011
The effects of methylene blue on adhesion formation in a rat model of experimental peritonitis.
We investigated the effects of methylene blue (MB) on the early and late phases of adhesion and abscess formation in a standard colonic wall injury and fecal peritonitis model in rats. ⋯ Based on these results, it appears that MB may prevent peritoneal adhesions in a peritonitis model, but wound healing could be impaired. MB should be further evaluated because of its dual effect.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Mar 2011
Case ReportsReplantation of scalp avulsion following a go-kart accident: a case report.
With the development of microsurgery, successfully replanted cases of scalp avulsions have been reported. In spite of previous publications of replantations based on a single artery and vein, it is now accepted that multiple anastomoses increase the success rate. We present herein the case of a successfully replanted avulsion in a child who caught her hair in a go-kart motor belt, and we discuss the mechanism of injury and number of anastomoses.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Mar 2011
Comparative StudyComparison of two biological internal fixation techniques in the treatment of adult femur shaft fractures (plate-screws and locked intramedullary nail).
We aimed to compare two (plate-screws and locked intramedullary nail) biological internal fixation techniques in the treatment of adult femur shaft fractures. ⋯ According to our results, no superiority of either technique was demonstrated with respect to fracture union time, complication rate and functional results. Biological internal fixation with plate and screws is an alternative technique to locked intramedullary nailing in patients with multi-trauma or compromised pulmonary or cardiac function, or in complex comminuted or segmented diaphyseal or metaphyseal fractures.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Mar 2011
Evaluation of the effects of losartan on a random pattern skin flap model in rats.
Losartan, a drug with antiinflammatory properties, has been shown to prevent ischemic injury in various organs. The purpose of the present study was to investigate the effects of losartan on ischemic skin flaps and on flap survival. ⋯ Losartan does not improve skin flap survival but it has a significant antiproliferative effect on fibroblasts.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Mar 2011
[An evaluation of dog and cat bites over a five-year period: a sample case from Eskişehir].
In this study, it was aimed to evaluate the demographic, medical and forensic aspects of patients who were bitten by cats or dogs and admitted to the Eskişehir Osmangazi University, Education, Training and Research Hospital. ⋯ Dog and cat bites are very well known public health issues in our country. To know animals and their needs and to respect them should be the priority of families to avoid unexpected injury. Families should teach their children to treat dogs and cats with respect, to avoid direct eye contact with the animals and not to annoy them.