Ulus Travma Acil Cer
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Jan 2022
The effectiveness of repairment of traumatic tympanic membrane perforations with cigarette paper.
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of repairment of traumatic tympanic membrane perforation (TTMP) with cigarette paper patch (CPP) on perforation closure and hearing functions. ⋯ In the treatment of TTMP, early application of CPP is an effective treatment method in terms of both perforation closure and hearing gain.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Jan 2022
Clinical outcome of pediatric hand burns and evaluation of neglect as a leading cause: A retrospective study.
Majority of the pediatric burns happen when an adult is nearby the child. This suggests the role of adult carelessness or neglect as a cause of burns. The aim of this study is to provide clinical data on pediatric hand burns and to draw attention to the role of neglect in pediatric burn injuries. ⋯ Pediatric burn accidents occurred mainly at home, mostly with an adult around. Habits of drinking hot beverages, dangerous cooking practices and lack of awareness are some important issues leading to burn accident. Neglect is found in 21.35% of hand burns as the etiology. In addition to general preventive measures special attention should be paid to the signs of neglect in the evaluation of patients. These burns should also be reported to official services, as they may reflect inadequate supervision or neglect by the caregiver.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Jan 2022
Epidemiology and outcome of 1442 pediatric burn patients: A single-center experience.
Burns are common injuries among children resulting with significant mortality and morbidity, especially in developing countries. Epidemiological data may guide for the preventive measures and contribute reducing the incidence of burns in children. The aim of this study is to report the epidemiological features of pediatric burn patients treated in a tertiary burn center and to suggest preventive measures. ⋯ Infants and males consist of the majority of our pediatric burn patients. The percentage of burned TBSA and length of hospital stay increased as the patient age increased. Childhood burn injuries are mainly scald burns that occur indoors, while their parents were nearby. Therefore, education programs focusing on primary prevention addressing family members are required to avoid pediatric burns.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Jan 2022
Effect of fracture location on rate of conversion to open reduction and clinical outcomes in pediatric Gartland type III supracondylar humerus fractures.
Supracondylar humerus fractures are the most common form of elbow fracture in children and adolescents. At present, treatment planning is based on the Gartland classification. Reduction and percutaneous pinning are done for Gartland type III fractures. In cases where closed reduction is unsuccessful, the procedure is converted to open reduction. However, there is no consensus on which patients are more likely to require conversion to open reduction. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of fracture location on the rate of conversion to open reduction and clinical outcomes. ⋯ The Gartland classification provides important guidance for the treatment of supracondylar humerus fractures, but may have limitations. Our results suggest that revising the classification by incorporating fracture location may be more beneficial for pre-operative planning.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Jan 2022
Exposure of married women to spousal violence: A community-based study in Eastern Turkey.
Violence against women deprives women of their rights to enjoy equality, security, dignity, self-worth and fundamental freedoms and devalues them; is one of the most significant social facts that force women to exist at a lower social level than men and constitute a significant obstacle to the formation of healthy societies. This study was conducted to determine the status of exposure to spousal violence of 15 years and older married women living in the city center. ⋯ Conclusion: Rate of exposure to spousal violence is high in married women living in the city center of Elazig Province. Education and services should be provided for solving the problem at individual, familial, and social levels.