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Scanning Electron Microscopic Observation Of The Brown Tumor Of The Head Of Mandible
(Saudi Med J, 2005)
Brown tumors are tumor-like, expansile osteolytic lesions of bone which are seen in both primary and secondary hyperparathyroidism. They generally resolve after surgical treatment of the parathyroid adenoma. Here, we report ...
Change Of Quadriceps Angle Values With Age And Activity
(Saudi Med J, 2004)
Objective: The lines connecting the anterior superior iliac spine to the center of the patella and the center of the patella to the tibial tuberosity make the quadriceps angle (Q angle), and this can be used as data for ...
Branching Pattern Of The Left Coronary Artery And An Important Branch - The Median Artery
(Saudi Med J, 2004)
Objectives: This study was performed to assess the variations in the branching pattern and diameters of the terminal branches of the left coronary artery and discuss various names given to the third branch. Methods: Hearts ...
An Unusual Complication Of Uterine Prolapse Bilateral Severe Hydronephrosis
(Saudi Med J, 2008)
Obstructive uropathy with bilateral hydronephrosis may be seen in uterine procidentia cases. Early recognition and treatment can prevent irreversible renal damage. Although this association has been known for a long time, ...
The Role Of Surface Ecg And Transthoracic Echocardiography For Predicting Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation After Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
(Saudi Med J, 2008)
Objective:To evaluate the roles of surface electrocardiogram (ECG) and transthoracic echocardiography (ECHO) for prediction of atrial fibrillation (AF) after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). Methods: This study was ...
The Role Of Antifibrinolytic Agents In Gynecologic Cancer Surgery
(Saudi Med J, 2006)
Objective: To compare the effects of crystalloid and colloid solutions, tranexamic acid and epsilon-aminocaproic acid on the need for allogenic blood transfusion and on coagulation and fibrinolysis parameters. Methods: We ...
Prilocaine Versus Plain or Buffered Lidocaine for Local Anesthesia in Laceration Repair: Randomized Double-Blind Comparison
(Medicinska Naklada, 2003)
Aim. To compare the effectiveness of 2% prilocaine plain solution, 1% lidocaine hydrochloride, and 1% buffered lidocaine in local anesthesia and pain reduction during injection in laceration repair. Methods. A double-blind ...
Functional Capacity In Severe Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
(Saudi Med J, 2005)
Objective: To investigate the functional capacity in patients with severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and healthy subjects. Methods: The present study was conducted in the School of Physical Therapy and ...
An Unusual Association Between Familial Mediterranean Fever and Igm Nephropathy
(Karger, 2008)
Objective: To report a case with the diagnosis of IgM nephropathy and familial Mediterranean fever (FMF). Clinical Presentation and Intervention: A 9-year-old boy was admitted to our hospital with recurrent abdominal pain ...
Investigation of Proliferative Activity in the Developing Human Tooth Using Ki-67 Immunostaining
(Karger, 2007)
Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the proliferation of the developing human tooth germ and its surrounding tissues using Ki-67 immunostaining. Materials and Methods: Sections of mandibular dental arch ...
Which Local Anesthesia Should Be Used In Neonatal Circumcision In Newborns?
(Saudi Med J, 2005)
Internet Use Among High School Students In Ankara, Turkey
(Saudi Med J, 2004)
Objective: Internet use has grown considerably in recent years throughout the world, particularly among young people. This study aimed at assessing Internet use among high school students. Methods: This is a cross-sectional ...
Health, Globalization And Developing Countries
(Saudi Med J, 2005)
In health care today, scientific and technological frontiers are expanding at unprecedented rates, even as economic and financial pressures shrink profit margins, intensify competition, and constrain the funds available ...
Seroprevalence Of Hepatitis B And C Viruses, Hiv, And Syphilis Infections Among Engaged Couples
(Saudi Med J, 2009)
Objectives: To evaluate seroprevalences of hepatitis B and C viruses, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and syphilis infections among engaged couples. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study of all engaged couples ...
The Evaluation of First Aid and Basic Life Support Training for the First Year University Students
(Tohoku Univ Medical Press, 2005)
In Turkey, the first aiders are few in quantity and yet they are required in many settings. such as earthquakes. It was thought that training first year university students in first aid and basic life support (FA-BLS) ...
An Evaluation Of The Variation In The Rates Of Occupational Accidents In Turkey With Trend Analysis Methodology - Are Occupational Accidents Really Diminishing?
(Saudi Med J, 2005)
Objectives: To show whether the rate of occupational accidents is decreasing in Turkey. Methods: Data on incidence and deaths due to occupational accidents in Turkey during the period 1970-2000 were obtained and evaluated ...
Assessment of Body Composition and Serum Lipid Profile in School Children
(Professional Medical Publications, 2009)
Objective: To determine the relationship between body composition and blood lipid concentrations in school aged children Methodology: In this cross-sectional study, 159 children between the ages of 6 to 11 years were ...
Varicella Vaccination In Children With Lymphoma And Solid Tumours
(B M J Publishing Group, 2006)
Background: Varicella infection can be a severe disease, especially in immunosuppressed patients. Here, experience with live varicella vaccine to prevent varicella infection is reported in children who were undergoing ...
Retired Physicians: A Survey Study By The Turkish Medical Association
(Bmj Publishing Group, 2004)
Background: The aim of this study was to assess the quality of life of retired Turkish physicians. The focus was on their working conditions, their health status, and the impact of their disabilities on activities of daily ...
Morbidity And Mortality Characteristics Of Infants Hospitalized In The Pediatrics Department Of The Largest Turkish Military Hospital In 2001
(Assn Military Surg Us, 2005)
A descriptive study was conducted in the pediatric inpatient unit of Gulhane Military Medical Academy, to investigate the morbidity and mortality characteristics of 532 infants hospitalized between January 1 and December ...