Turk J Med Sci
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Comparative Study
Comparison of double-port laparoscopic-assisted extracorporeal suture technique and open surgical repair for Morgagni hernia.
We aimed to compare the results of open surgery and double-port laparoscopic-assisted extracorporeal suturing repair for the treatment of Morgagni hernia (MH). ⋯ Double-port laparoscopic-assisted extracorporeal suturing repair is a reliable technique preferred over open surgical repair due to its shorter operative time and hospital stay, ease of application, better cosmetic results, and no cost difference.
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Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common sleep-related breathing disorder in children. Determination of risk factors for the development of OSA is essential for early diagnosis and treatment of the disease and decreases the risk of negative consequences. This study aimed to investigate the predictive values of Mallampati score, tonsillar size, and BMI z-score in the presence and severity of OSA in children. ⋯ The coexistence of the Mallampati score and BMI z-score significantly increases the presence of OSA in children. Mallampati score, tonsillar size, and BMI z-score are promising parameters for predicting OSA severity.
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Thoracic paravertebral block (TPVB) is a well-established procedure for the management of postoperative pain in patients undergoing video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS). In recent years, there have been studies suggesting that fascial plane blocks may be an alternative to TPVB. The objective of our study was to determine the efficacy of combined deep and superficial serratus anterior block (C-SAPB) as an alternative to TPVB in the management of postoperative analgesia in VATS. ⋯ Similar analgesic efficacy was observed between C-SAPB and TPVB. TPVB maintains its place among the first choices in VATS. The efficacy of C-SAPB is comparable to that of TPVB. While the duration of C-SAPB application is not a significant factor, the brief nature of the procedure and its straightforward administration suggest that it may be an effective method.
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Comparative Study
Comparison of the effects of 0.05% topical cyclosporine A versus 0.1% topical cyclosporine A on recurrence and clinical parameters following pterygium surgery.
To compare the efficacy of topical 0.05% cyclosporine A (CsA) and 0.1% topical cyclosporine A (CsA) over a 6-month period following pterygium surgery, specifically evaluating their effects on postoperative recurrence and clinical parameters. ⋯ This study showed that there was no difference between the efficacy of 6 month topical 0.05% CsA and 0.1% CsA application after pterygium surgery with the conjunctival autograft technique with MMC on postoperative outcomes. Including postoperative recurrence, IOP changes, BCVA changes and surgical area inflammation.
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Comparative Study
Antifibrotic treatment response comparison of progressive pulmonary fibrosis and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF) are two entities categorized as fibrotic lung diseases. With a similar clinical presentation and treatment modalities in many cases, the line differentiating these two diseases may not be evident. Hence, it was aimed herein to evaluate the effectiveness of antifibrotic treatment and the course of fibrotic lung diseases. ⋯ A personalized approach is preferred with similar clinical profiles for both treatment modalities, with specific side effects considered.