Turk J Med Sci
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Calcified fibrous pseudotumors can generally be detected as solitary masses in various regions of the body, and were first described in 1988. In this case report, we discuss an adult patient whose tumor was localized in the lung, which has not been reported in the literature before.
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To investigate the expression of P53, P63, and P73 proteins in malignant parotid gland tumors and adjacent nonneoplastic tissues and the association between the 3 proteins and their clinical characteristics. ⋯ Our results suggest that the P53, P63, and P73 proteins may play a role in the development of malignant parotid gland tumors and provide data for their diagnosis.
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⋯ Since the prevalence rate of vaginal infections was high among pregnant women, and apparent symptoms and clinical examinations alone could not be used for diagnosing these infections, considering vaginal tests during pregnancy in additionto other routine tests could be helpful.
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Comparative Study
A comparison of dysfunctional voiding scores between patients with nocturnal enuresis and healthy children.
To compare dysfunctional voiding symptom scores (DVSSs) between enuretic children and nonenuretic controls and to investigate associated factors that may affect DVSS. ⋯ The DVSS is a rapid, easy tool for determining abnormal voiding parameters in children. Children with NE had higher DVSSs, which was significantly affected by the father's educational status and the child's UTI history.
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Epistaxis is a common emergency in otolaryngology. The aim of this study is to analyze the etiology, management, and accompanying disorders of epistaxis in geriatric patients by reviewing the literature ⋯ Epistaxis is the most common otorhinolaryngological emergency. It must be evaluated carefully to avoid the potential complications resulting from both epistaxis and its associated disorders, especially in geriatric patients.