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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2022
    Trakya bölgesinde hastalardan izole edilen Brucella kökenlerinin in vitro antibiyotik duyarlılığı

    Tikvesli, Melek; Mayda, Pelin Yüksel; Kuloglu, Figen

    Amaç: Bu çalışmada, Brucella kökenlerinde tür tayini yapılması ve in vitro olarak doksisiklin, rifampisin, streptomisin, seftriakson, siprofloksasin ve ofloksasinine karşı antimikrobiyal duyarlılık oranlarının belirlenmesini amaçladık. Yöntem: Trakya Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Hastanesi, Klinik Mikrobiyoloji Laboratuvarında, yatan hastalardan alınan klinik örneklerde (bir adet BOS ve 41 adet kan kültürü örneğinde) 42 Brucella suşu izole edildi. Konvansiyonel yöntemler ile 42 Brucella suşunun, 41’i Brucella. melitensis, bir tanesi ise Brucella abortus olarak tanımlandı. Agar dilüsyon yöntemi ile farklı iki pH’da (pH: 5, pH: 7) 48 ve 72 saatlik inkübasyon süreleri sonunda antibiyotiklerin etkinliği karşılaştırıldı. Minimum inhibitör konsantrasyonu (MİK) değerleri, intraselüler patojenlerin antibiyotik duyarlılık testi için hazırlanmış ‘Eucast Discussion Document E.Dis 6.1’de önerildiği şekilde değerlendirildi. Bulgular: pH: 7’de 48 ve 72 saatlik inkübasyonlar sonrası elde edilen sonuçlar karşılaştırıldığında, sadece ofloksasinin MİK50 ve MİK90 değerlerinin iki katına yükseldiği görüldü. pH: 5’te 72 saatlik inkübasyon süresi sonunda rifampisinin etkinliği artarken, doksisiklin etkinliğinin değişmediği gözlenirken, Streptomisin, seftriakson, siprofloksasin ve ofloksasinin ise etkinliklerinin azaldığı gözlenmiştir. Sonuç: Bu çalışmada pH: 7’de ve 48 saatlik inkübasyon süresi sonunda MİK90 değerlerine göre antibakteriyel ilaçlar Brucella kökenleri üzerine etkili olarak saptandı. Doksisiklin, pH: 5 ve pH: 7’de, 48 ve 72 saatlik inkübasyon süreleri sonunda MİK90 değerlerine göre en etkili antibakteriyel ilaç olarak saptandı. Brucella cinsinde yer alan bakteriler fakültatif hücre içi mikroorganizmalardır ve hücre içi benzeri pH: 5 olan ortamda streptomisin, seftriakson, siprofloksasin ve ofloksasinin etkinlikleri azalmaktadır. Bruselloz tedavisinde bu durum göz önünde bulundurulmalıdır.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2022
    Hastaların Hemşirelik Bakımını Algılayış Düzeylerinin Değerlendirilmesi

    Arslan, Canan; Sobcalı, Sefa; Demirkan, Tugba

    Giriş: Hemşirelik bakımı ile hastanın tüm ihtiyaçlarının giderilmesi ve beklentilerinin karşılanması, tedavi sürecini olumlu etkileyerek bakım kalitesini desteklemektedir. Amaç: Bu araştırma, hastaneye yatan hastaların hemşirelik bakımını algılayışlarını belirlemek amacı ile planlanmıştır. Yöntem: Tanımlayıcı olarak planlanan araştırma; bir devlet hastanesinin yataklı servislerinde taburculuğuna karar verilmiş 400 hasta ile yürütülmüştür. Çalışmanın verileri Hasta Bilgi Formu (HBF) ve Hastanın Hemşirelik Bakımını Algılayışı Ölçeği (HHBAÖ) ile toplanmıştır. Bulgular: Hastaların yaş ortalaması 55,25 olup, %52,3’ü kadındır. Hastaların %71,8’inin daha önce hastane geçmişinin olduğu ve %42,8’inin 1-2 gün süre ile hastanede kaldıkları belirlenmiştir. Hastaların “Hemşirelik Bakımını Algılayışı (HHBAÖ) Ölçeği’nden” aldıkları ortalama puan 3,70±0,60 olarak saptanmıştır. Hastaların %43’ü ‘hemşirelerin kendilerinin gerçekçi olmalarına yardımcı olduklarını, %33’ü ‘hemşirelerin kendileriyle hemen ilgilendiklerini’ belirtmişlerdir. Hastaların %9’u ise ‘hemşirelerin hastalıklarının kendileri için ne demek olduğunu anlamadıklarını’ ifade etmiştir. Sonuç: Araştırma bulgularına göre hastaların hemşirelik bakımından memnuniyetleri orta düzeyde bulunmuştur. Hemşirelerin hastayı daha iyi anlayabilmeleri için empati yeteneğinin geliştirilmesi ve bakım kalitesinin arttırılmasını destekleyici çalışmalara katılmaları önerilmektedir.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • Derleme MakaleAçık Erişim2022
    Aluminium and fluorine in drinking water as risk factors for human health

    Özcan, Özsel; Aldemir, Ozan

    Drinking water potentially affects a variety of diseases, and their relationship to environmental risk factors is an emerging area that still needs to be clarified. Studies have reported that aluminum and fluoride, elements naturally found in water, have an adverse effect on human health with increasing concentration in drinking water, which is affected by environmental aspects. High aluminum levels in drinking water can cause dementia. Many studies have found an association between the amount of aluminum in drinking water and an increased risk of Alzheimer's. The absorption of aluminum and fluoride is thought to have a positive relationship and together have greater bioavailability. The health effects of aluminum and fluoride can vary depending on the source of the water, the duration of exposure, and the body's detox system. It is crucial to control the content of drinking water in order for humans' vital activities to be healthy. In this review, the general properties and interactions of aluminum and fluoride, which are important for human health, will be discussed. Considering the important toxic effects of these chemicals, the relationship between diseases and health problems will be evaluated.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
    • SDG 6 · Temiz Su ve Sanitasyon
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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2022
    COVID-19 pandemisinin sağlık profesyonellerinin aile ve sosyal hayatlarına etkisi

    Sisman, Hamide; Arslan, Sevban; Gezer, Derya; Akbolat, Refiye; Alptekin, Dudu; Gökçe, Esma

    Amaç: Bu çalışmada, yeni koronavirüs-2019' un (COVID-19) pandemi sırasında ön saflardaki sağlık çalışanlarının aile ve sosyal yaşamları üzerindeki etkisini değerlendirme amaçlanmıştır.\rGereç ve Yöntem: COVID-19 klinikleri ve servislerinde, yoğun bakım ünitelerinde (YBÜ'ler) ve acil ünitelerde çalışan toplam 136 ön saf sağlık çalışanı dahil edilmiştir. Tüm katılımcılara yüz yüze görüşme yoluyla 19 sorudan oluşan soru formu uygulanmıştır. Katılımcıların demografik ve mesleki özellikleri, aile ve sosyal yaşamları belgelendi.\rBulgular: Katılımcıların 95'i (%69,9) aile yaşamında olumsuz sonuçlar yaşarken, 91'i (%66,9) sosyal yaşamda olumsuz sonuçlar yaşadığı saptanmıştır. Sağlık çalışanlarından 51 kişisi (%37,5) maneviyatı, olumsuz düşünce ve duygularla başa çıkmak için bir strateji olarak kullanmıştır. Pandemi sırasında, özellikle çocuk sahibi olanlar için ön saf çalışma ve aile hayatı arasında istatistiksel olarak anlamlı bir ilişki bulunmuştur.\rSonuç: Covid’li hastaların bakımını yapan sağlık çalışanlarının aile ve sosyal yaşantıları olumsuz yönde etkilendiği belirlenmiştir.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2022
    Biological Activities and Chemical Composition of Turkish Sweetgum Balsam (Styrax Liquidus) Essential Oil

    Büyükkiliç Altinbasak, Betul; Issa, Ghassan; Zengin Kurt, Belma; Demirci, Betul

    Objective: The purpose of this present study was to make a chemical analysis of the composition of essential oil obtained from sweetgum balsam and to examine its antimicrobial, anticholinesterase, alpha-glucosidase inhibition, and antioxidant activities.Methods: The essential oil obtained by the hydrodistillation method was analyzed by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry systems. The antimicrobial activities of the essential oil were evaluated by disc diffusion and resazurin microplate methods, the anticholinesterase effect was determined by using in vitro AChE and BChE enzymes inhibition assays, and the antioxidant effect was evaluated by ABTS and CUPRAC methods.Results: The main components of the essential oil were determined as styrene (92.6%) and alpha-pinene (2.2%). The essential oil showed weak antimicrobial activity against K. pneumoniae, S. epidermidis but strong antimicrobial activity against A. baumannii, C. glabrata. It showed moderate inhibitory activity to AChE and BChE enzymes, and IC50 values were calculated as 36.5 mu g/mL and 69.5 mu g/mL, respectively. It also showed low inhibition of alpha-glucosidase (IC50 value was 637.2 mu g/mL) and a similar antioxidant effect in the CUPRAC and ABTS method (A0.5 value was 637.2 mu g/mL and IC50 value was 632.2 mu g/mL, respectively).Conclusion: Styrax Liquidus essential oil can be considered a natural antimicrobial agent due to its strong antimicrobial activity capacity against A. baumannii and C. glabrata strains.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2022Scopus SJRQ3
    Bilateral Temporomandibular Joint Dislocation Following Arthrocentesis Plus Hyaluronic Acid Injection

    Memis, Sadi; Can, Mert

    Arthrocentesis plus intra-articular hyaluronic acid (HA) injection for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders is known to be a safe and minimally invasive surgical procedure. Arthrocentesis plus HA injection has a pain-reducing effect on TMJ disorders. It is also a palliative treatment that yields positive results in terms of clinical findings such as clicking and mouth opening. Even though some complications have been reported after the performance of this highly successful procedure, the development of bilateral TMJ dislocation after arthrocentesis plus intra-articular HA injection has not been reported to date. This case report presents bilateral TMJ dislocation following arthrocentesis plus intra-articular HA injection that developed within a few hours and resisted manual Hippocrates manoeuvre in a 21-year male. Herein, his treatment with systemic corticosteroid therapy, myorelaxant and anti-inflammatory drugs is also presented.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2022Scopus SJRQ4
    Examination of the Correlation of Fine-Needle Aspiration Biopsy Results with Final Pathology in Parotid Tumors Based on MRI Images

    Eliçora, Sultan Şevik; Say, Mehmet Ali; Erdem, Duygu; Bilgin, Ergin; Baklacı, Deniz

    Objective: The aim of this study was to compare the preoperative fine-needle biopsy results and magnetic resonance imaging findings in parotid tumors with the final pathology results. Methods: The study included a total of 77 patients who underwent parotidectomy. The fine-needle biopsy procedure was performed under ultrasonography guidance in all the patients. The fine-needle aspiration cytology results of the patients were classified into benign, malignant, and undiagnosed groups. Facial magnetic resonance imaging was used to record the tumor side, localization, and size (longest axis), as well as the distance of the tumors from the skin. In addition, the final pathology volumes of the tumors were determined by calculating their dimensions on 3 axes. Results: The preoperative fine-needle biopsy results had 71.4% sensitivity and 96.4% specificity with reference to the final pathology results. There were no differences in terms of the size, side, localization, or skin distance of the masses according to the fine-needle aspiration cytology results (P > .05). However, the mass volume of the masses significantly differed according to the fine-needle aspiration cytology results (P < .05). The tumor volume measured on magnetic resonance imaging was significantly lower in the undiagnosed masses compared to the benign group. Conclusion: Our results showed that the mean volume of the undiagnosed tumors in fine-needle biopsy was lower. Considering the similar sensitivity and specificity of magnetic resonance imaging and fine-needle biopsy, a second fine-needle biopsy procedure may not be requested in the presence of small-volume masses, depending on the clinician’s preference.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • Editöre MektupAçık Erişim2022Scopus SJRQ3
    Can the development of lung fibrosis be prevented after COVID-19 infection?

    Kalemci, Serdar; Zeybek, Arife; Kargi, Ahmet Bulent

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2022Scopus SJRQ2
    Intraductal botulinum toxin injection suppressed the inflammation in experimental acute pancreatitis; [Deneysel akut pankreatit modelinde intraduktal botulinum toksin uygulaması enflamasyonu baskıladı]

    Yılmaz, Tonguç Utku; Eraldemir, Fatma Ceyla; Gürel, Bora; Yavuz, Ömer; Acar, Esra; İşken, Tonguç; Yılmaz, Hasan; Utkan, Nihat Zafer

    BACKGROUND: Acute pancreatitis (AP) is inflammation of pancreas in which pancreas enzymatic activity is increased. Parasym-pathetic innervation of pancreas plays an important role in several functions of pancreas. Botulinum toxin (BTx) might be a tool to suppress the pancreas activity in AP. METHODS: In the preliminary experimental study, BTx (15U/kg) was administered directly and intraductal ways. After 10 days, blood amylase, lipase, trypsinogen, insulin, and glucagon levels were compared and no significant difference was seen between groups. Intraductal BTx administration is preferred for experimental AP model in rats; control, AP, intraductal BTx, and AP with Intraductal BTx (AP+BTx). AP was created by intraperitoneal injection of cerulean 20 µg/kg/injection (5 times). After 24 h, serum amylase, lipase, IL-6, IL-1β, TNF-α, and IL-10 were measured and pancreas tissue was evaluated for inflammation and necrosis. RESULTS: Mean serum amylase, lipase IL-6, IL-1β, and TNF-α levels of the AP group were significantly higher compared to the other groups (p<0.05). However, there was no significant difference between the amylase and lipase levels of control, BTx, and AP+BTx groups. Serum insulin and glucagon levels in AP group were significantly higher than control and BTx groups (p<0.05). However, there is no significant difference between the insulin and glucagon levels of AP and AP+BTx groups. in pathological evaluation. In AP+ BTx group, there is less amount of centrilobular necrosis and there is mild inflammation and hyperplasia of pancreatic duct epithelium. CONCLUSION: Administration of intraductal BTx suppressed the AP without making significant suppression in endogenous activity of pancreas.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • MakaleYalnız künye2022Scopus SJRQ2
    Transformational leadership practices of nurse managers: the effects on the organizational commitment and job satisfaction of staff nurses

    Uslu Sahan, Fatma; Terzioglu, Fusun

    Purpose: This study aims to investigate the perception of nurse managers and staff nurses regarding the transformational leadership (TL) style of nurse managers and determine the effects of the TL practices on organizational commitment and job satisfaction of staff nurses. Design/methodology/approach: This cross-sectional and descriptive study was conducted with 153 nurses (17 nurse managers and 136 staff nurses) working in a university hospital. Data were collected from participants through a demographic questionnaire, leadership practices inventory (self/observer), organizational commitment scale and job satisfaction scale. Findings: The self-assessment of the TL practices of the nurse managers were more favourable than the assessment of the leadership practices made by staff nurses. The TL practices of the nurse managers accounted for 9% of the total organizational commitment and 24% of the total job satisfaction of the staff nurses. Originality/value: The results indicated that leadership practices by nurse managers need to show greater awareness of the effects of these leadership practices on the organizational commitment and job satisfaction of their staff nurses. Hospitals need to consider how they develop, support and encourage because of the positive impact TL has on health priorities and retention of staff.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
    • SDG 8 · İnsana Yakışır İş ve Ekonomik Büyüme
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  • MakaleYalnız künye2022Scopus SJRQ1
    Determining the relationship between magnet properties of hospitals and the professional values of the nurses: A cross-sectional study

    Evrenol Öçal, Simge; Terzioğlu, Füsun

    Aim: To identify the relationship between the characteristics of hospitals in recruiting and retaining nurses (magnet properties) and nurses' professional values. Background: In Turkey, there are a limited number of hospitals with the characteristics to enable nurses to stay in their institutions. The magnet properties of these hospitals and the professional values of the nurses working in these hospitals are not known. Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional research included 612 nurses working in six hospitals accredited by the Joint Commission International. Data were collected using the Nursing Professional Values Scale-Revised (NPVS-R) and the Essentials of Magnetism Scale (EOM II). Results: The mean NPVS-R score was high 102.0 (26–130). However, the mean EOM II score was found to be low at 2.2 (1.0–3.4). As the magnet properties of the hospitals increased, the professional values of the nurses decreased. Conclusion: There was a negative correlation between the magnet properties of hospitals and the professional values of the nurses. Implications for Nursing Management: The findings of this study highlight the necessity of creating a working environment with high magnet characteristics, which also includes the professional values of nurses. Nurse managers should investigate the reasons behind the low magnet properties of hospitals, raise awareness, and plan interventions to increase magnet properties of hospitals. Creating a supportive working environment, promotion of the salaries and work environment and decreasing workload are some of the important intervention areas in attracting and keeping nurses in the institution.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2022Scopus SJRQ3
    A New Robotic Application for COVID-19 Specimen Collection Process

    Deniz, Cengiz; Gökmen, Gürsel

    Covid-19 manual specimen collection process is too critical for health care workers due to they are able to getting infection from Covid-19-patient during the medical interaction. The purpose of this study, a novel robotic application is developed to achieve automatic specimen collection process for new corona virus (COVID-19). This application is a protection tool for health care workers for the Covid-19 pandemic. This robotic application easily and safely complete the sampling process task and assist to health care workers to prevent infection. The application is basically consist of a collaborative robot (COBOT), base plate, fixtures and a gripper. There are co-operation activities between the COBOT and health care worker to complete all tasks. The robotic application has been tested in the plant health care center as a prototype. The cycle-time (192 sec) for the robotic process needs to be improved. The Manual process is still %60 faster than robotic application. The biggest challenge in this application is patient's mouth and nose physical size changes. Robot movements for the specimen collection in nose and mouth are arranged just based on the fixed point. This needs to be improved according to size changes. Covid-19 specimen collection process with a robotic application has been presented which don't need any health care worker interaction with patient. This application needs to be improved related with above challenges to make a shelf product. It will create valuable impact and save lives in this pandemic.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • Editöre MektupYalnız künye2022Scopus SJRQ1
    Do blood eosinophil levels affect the prognosis of AECOPD patients?

    Kalemci, Serdar; Bozdağ, Huriye Gülistan

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • MakaleYalnız künye2022Scopus SJRQ2
    Synthesis, anti-TB activities, and molecular docking studies of 4-(1,2,3-triazoyl)arylmethanone derivatives

    Turkmen, Yunus; Yagiz Erdemir, Güler; Yuksel Mayda, Pelin; Akdemir, Atilla; Gunaydin Akyildiz, Aysenur; Altundas, Aliye

    Infectious diseases such as tuberculosis (TB) are leading causes of human death. Antibiotics are effective molecules to combat bacterial infections by affecting the processes required for bacterial cell growth and proliferation. The development of new antibiotics has become an important issue as overdosed or incorrect use of antibiotic lead to the development of antibiotic resistance. In this study, a new series of 4-(1,2,3-triazoyl)arylmethanone derivatives has been synthesized using the one-pot Copper-​Catalyzed Oxidative Cross-​Dehydrogenative Coupling​/Oxidative Cycloaddition strategy to overcome the aforementioned problems. New compounds were characterized by using spectroscopic techniques (1H, 13C-APT-NMR, FT-IR, and HRMS-TOF). In vitro antimycobacterial activities of the arylmethanone derivatives against the Mycobacterium tuberculosis H37Rv standard strain were examined using the resazurin microplate method in the presence of streptomycin and rifampycin as standard medicines. Bioactive assays demonstrated promising results that some of the synthesized 4-(1,2,3-triazoyl)arylmethanone derivatives exhibited good anti-TB activities. Notably, compounds 6b, 6f, and 6g gave the most potent efficiency with minimum inhibitory concentration values of 4 μg/ml (12.8, 11.7, and 12.8 μΜ, respectively). Among the synthesized compounds, the cytotoxicity measurements of the 6b, 6f, 6g, 6d, and 6v derivatives were screened and it was found that the 6f derivative did not show any cytotoxicity. Molecular docking analyses are utilized to identify the binding mode and the key interactions between target compounds and the ligand-binding site of M. tuberculosis enoyl-acyl carrier protein reductase enzyme (MtInhA, EC 1.3.1.9). The docking results were in agreement with the in vitro results, which confirm the synthesized ligands bind to MtInha with moderate to low affinity.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • MakaleYalnız künye2022Scopus SJRQ2
    Bio-engineering of 3-D cell sheets for diabetic rats: Interaction between mesenchymal stem cells and beta cells in functional islet regeneration system

    Duman, Busra Oncel; Sariboyaci, Ayla Eker; Karaoz, Erdal

    Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that emerges with the destruction of beta cells of pancreatic Langerhans islets. Three different therapeutical approaches have been developed so far; pancreas transplantation, islet transplantation, and cell-based therapies. Bioengineering cell sheets for tissue generating is one of the latest approaches that have been used to construct cell-sheets instead of single cells so that it mimics the in vivo environments more. In this study, extra-hepatic functional islet tissue was constructed by transferring the 3-D beta cells and GFP labelled MSCs MSC sheets to the subcutaneous site of rats with STZ-induced diabetes. rBM-MSCs and beta cells were cultured on the 6-well PIPAAm culture dishes. Obtained rBM-MSCs as two-cell sheets and beta cells cultured in droplets with matrigel has transplanted into the dorsal subcutaneous area of diabetic rats. Fasting blood glucose levels and body weights were evaluated for 30 days after transplantation. Immunocytochemistry analysis for the anti-apoptotic, anti-inflammatory, and angiogenetic effects of MSCs on the 30th day of subcutaneous cell transplantation. All recipient rats transplanted with beta-cells with MSCs returned toward normoglycemia by day 5 and remained at this level for 30 days. Immunocytochemical analyses supported that the MSCs and beta cells preserved their viability and function. MSCs secrete cytokines and growth factors TGF-β and IL-6; MSCs of the important features of the anti-apoptotic and anti-inflammatory properties, thanks to apoptosis of beta cells preserve graft explained by inhibition. In transplantation of MSCs induced angiogenesis and neovascularization, PECAM-1 and GFP positive simultaneously determining endothelial cells was observed indicating. Subcutaneous 3D beta-cell transplantation would be possible with the MSC-sheets as a feeder layer of beta cells. The beta-cell line is glucose-sensitive and has a high insulin release potential, and can be used as an alternative to islets in in vivo transplant studies.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2022Scopus SJRQ1
    An examination of effects of intimate partner violence on children: A cross-sectional study conducted in a paediatric emergency unit in Turkey

    Uysal Yalçın, Suna; Zonp, Zeynep; Dinç, Sermin; Bilgin, Hülya

    Background: Intimate partner violence (IPV) against women causes inadequate and unbalanced nutrition in children aged 0–5 years and adversely affects their growth. Aim: To examine the impact of intimate partner violence on a child's growth regarding the medical diagnosis in paediatric patients under 5 years of age, growth of the child, and the mother's exposure to intimate partner violence. Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study included 166 children admitted to a paediatric emergency department, and their mothers. Results: Women exposed to emotional violence and controlling behaviour during pregnancy had children prone to being overweight and obese. A mothers lifetime exposure to physical violence had an adverse effect on their children's wasting and moderate wasting. In contrast, mothers' exposure to emotional violence had a direct impact on a child's wasting and moderate wasting. Conclusion: The lifetime effect of domestic violence may begin at birth. This vulnerability leads to negative outcomes in both children and women regarding biopsychosocial development. Implications for nursing management: Nurses and midwives in primary health care services and one-on-one care should be trained to evaluate prospective mothers and children aged 0–5 regarding violence and its effects on the child's growth.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
    • SDG 5 · Toplumsal Cinsiyet Eşitliği
    • SDG 16 · Barış, Adalet ve Güçlü Kurumlar
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  • MakaleYalnız künye2022Scopus SJRQ1
    Validity and reliability of the Family Empowerment Scale for parents of children with cleft lip and/or palate

    Boztepe, Handan; Çınar, Sevil; Kanbay, Yalçın; Acımış, Burcu; Özgür, Figen; Terzioglu, Füsun

    Background: Empowerment is recognized as a crucial concept in strengthening the position of parents in healthcare services. This study aimed to evaluate the validity and reliability of the Turkish Family Empowerment Scale (FES). Methods: This methodological study was conducted between January and March 2021, with 348 family members actively caring for their children in the age group of 0–18 years with cleft lip and/or palate (CL/P). The English FES was translated into Turkish using back translation and modified so that it is generic and convenient for all families. The construct validity, internal validity, internal consistency, and split-half test reliability and responsiveness of the Turkish FES were examined. Results: The original FES structure with three factors (family, health services provided to the child and community participation) and 34 items was verified in Turkish culture. This obtained structure can explain 66% of the variance of the relevant concept. Scores of parents ranged between 34 and 170 points. Increasing scores indicated a positive significance regarding family empowerment. The Cronbach's α reliability coefficient of the scale was calculated as 0.976. Conclusion: The study findings and the goodness-of-fit values indicated that the FES and its Turkish version are a valid and reliable measurement instrument to be used in Turkish culture.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2022Scopus SJRQ2
    Comparative Evaluation of Artifacts Originated by Four Different Post Materials Using Different CBCT Settings

    Helvacioglu-Yigit, Dilek; Seki, Umut; Kursun-Cakmak, Sebnem; Demirturk Kocasarac, Husniye; Singh, Maharaj

    The aim of this study was to evaluate whether cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) images in the presence of four different post materials, obtained from different kVps with varying resolutions and varying metal artifact reduction (MAR) algorithms, differed in artifact estimation, and to compare tooth regions in terms of artifact value. Materials and Methods: Forty premolar teeth were used in this study. Root canals were treated, and teeth were randomly distributed into four subgroups (n = 10) for the preparation of post materials: titanium, gold (Nordin), quartz fiber (Bisco DT Light), and glass fiber (Rely X). The CBCT images were taken with two different kVps, three different metal artifact reduction (MAR) algorithm options, and two different resolutions. For each protocol, the effective dose was calculated according to the dose area production (DAP) value. The standard analysis of variance technique and the Tukey multiple comparison adjustment method were used to assess interactions among material types, kVp, MAR, and voxel settings. Results: More artifacts were found in the middle third than in the cervical third (p < 0.05). The mean value of artifacts was highest for gold (Nordin), 90 kVp, no MAR, and 100 voxel size. Glass or quartz fiber posts at low resolution, with high MAR and 96 kVp, originated fewer artifacts. Moreover, the use of 90 and 96 kVp with 200 voxel size and high MAR provided the least amount of radiation. Conclusion: The best setting for radiographic follow-up of post materials on the Planmeca ProMax is 96 kVp with low resolution and high MAR; this setting produced one of the lowest effective doses. Clinical Significance: This study estimated the best scanning protocol by lowering the effective dose to a minimum level according to the “as low as reasonably achievable” principle, as well as assessing the tooth region and the post material generating the fewest artifacts, in order to prevent image interpretation challenges such as false-positive and false-negative results stemming from the deterioration of the visibility of the root canal due to perforation, fractures, and voids in the root canal region.

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    The relationship between childhood trauma and the course of disease in female patients with bipolar disorder

    Şahin-Bayındır, Gizem; Uysal-Yalçın, Suna; Çömez-İkican, Tuba; Gölge, Zeynep Belma

    Purpose: This study aimed to determine the history of childhood trauma and the relationship between childhood trauma and the course of the disease in female patients with bipolar disorder. Design and Methods: This study was conducted on 80 female patients in an acute women's psychiatric clinic in a psychiatric hospital in Turkey between April and July 2016. Findings: Emotional abuse had a statistically negative effect on the onset of bipolar disorder (F = 7.830; p < 0.01). In addition, physical neglect had a statistically positive effect on the duration of treatment (F = 6.811; p < 0.05). Practice Implications: Psychiatric nurses must systematically assess childhood trauma and plan psychotherapeutic interventions accordingly.

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    Psycometric Characteristics of the Turkish Version of the Caregiver Vaccination Attitudes Scale

    Sobcalı, Sefa; Arslan, Sevda

    Objective: This study aims to determine the psychometric properties of the Turkish version of the Caregiver Vaccination Attitudes Scale. Method: This methodologically designed study consists of parents (n = 220) of 12–35 months old children applying to the Department of Child Health and Diseases in one Research and Application Center for any reason between July 2020 and June 2021. The data were collected using the “Descriptive Information Form” and “Caregiver Vaccination Attitudes Scale” and the analysis was made by transferring them to IBM Statistical Package for the Social Sciences Statistics 23 and IBM Statistical Package for the Social Sciences AMOS 23 programs. Frequency distribution for categorical variables, descriptive statistics for numerical variables, exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis for scale validity, Cronbach’s alpha value for reliability, and intraclass correlation coefficient analysis for test–retest reliability were used. Results: In the construct validity of the scale, the Kaiser–Meyer–Olkin value was found to be.951 and the Barlett’s test showing its suitability for factor analysis was significant (p <.001). The scale consisted of 13 items and a single factor. The Cronbach’s alpha coefficient was.941, and the total explained variance was 62.822%. The fit index values for the confirmatory factor analysis model of the scale were determined as χ2/df = 2.368, goodness of fit index =.908, normed fit index =.941, comparative fit index =.965, root mean square error of approximation =.079, and standardized root mean square residual =.035, and they were well-matched. Conclusion: The Caregiver Vaccination Attitudes Scale is a valid and reliable scale adapted to Turkish society, and it is sufficient and satisfactory in terms of distribution, measurement skill, internal consistency, and model fit.

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