Ulus Travma Acil Cer
-
Ulus Travma Acil Cer · May 2021
The importance of serum intestinal fatty acid-binding protein for the early diagnosis of acute mesenteric ischemia.
Acute mesenteric ischemia (AMI), although relatively rare, is an emergency condition with high mortality rates (60-80%) attributed to lack of early diagnosis. The aim of this experimental study was to observe the changes in serum intestinal fatty acid-binding protein (I-FABP) levels over time in the AMI model by ligating superior mesenteric artery (SMA) in rats and to compare with the serum I-FABP levels of the rats in the control group. ⋯ Serum I-FABP levels have increased significantly in the intestinal ischemia and these values have risen progressively over time. Serum I-FABP may be a useful and promising biomarker for the early diagnosis of AMI.
-
Ulus Travma Acil Cer · May 2021
Comparative StudyComparison of two different proximal femoral nails in instabil intertrochanteric fractures concerning radiological parameters.
The aim of this study was to compare two different nail types (i.e., Intertan (IT) and Talon Distal Fix Nail / Lag Screw (TDFN)) used in the treatment of unstable intertrochanteric fractures in mobile patients over 65 years of age in terms of radiological parameters. ⋯ Intertan nail is superior to TDFN in preventing varus collapse and the cut-out complications as well as in maintaining of radiological parameters until fracture union. On the other hand, the higher complication rate is a disadvantage of this nail.
-
Ulus Travma Acil Cer · May 2021
Comparative StudyComparison of four different immobilization methods in the treatment of tendinous mallet finger injury.
Although there is consensus that closed tendinous mallet finger injuries should be treated conservatively, the best method of immobilization to be used is not clear and the existing data in the literature are not conclusive. The aim of this study is to compare the results of four different immobilization methods used in the conservative treatment of tendinous mallet finger injury. ⋯ In this first study making multiple comparisons between four immobilization methods used in the treatment of tendinous mallet finger injury, the only significant difference detected between the groups was the superior grip strength with stack orthosis compared with K-wire immobilization and aluminum orthosis.
-
Ulus Travma Acil Cer · May 2021
Percutaneous cholecystostomy in the treatment of acute calculous cholecystitis in elderly patients with COVID-19 and high comorbidity.
The purpose of the study was to review the efficacy, safety, and outcomes of percutaneous cholecystostomy (PC) in elderly patients with acute calculous cholecystitis (ACC), high comorbidity, and COVID-19. ⋯ COVID-19 infection can be fatal especially in patients over 65 years of age due to additional comorbidities. PC treatment, which can be performed under local anesthesia as a minimally invasive procedure, is an alternative treatment option in this patient group. PC can also act as a bridge in transition to elective surgery in this process management.
-
Ulus Travma Acil Cer · May 2021
Morphometric study on the 12th thoracic vertebrae which is most frequently exposed to trauma and the closest vertebra to thoracic aorta.
To describe gender-related differences in the length of the left chord and pedicle at the level of 12th thoracic vertebrae and appropriate length of the screw to be applied so as to decrease the perforation risk of anterior cortex of the corpus and preventable injury of major vascular vessels. ⋯ Significant differences and correlations exist between the left pedicle and the left chord in male and female patients and patients with different ages. The data obtained can be used as a guide to determine the implant size and intraoperative management of T12 vertebral pedicle.