Ulusal travma ve acil cerrahi dergisi = Turkish journal of trauma & emergency surgery : TJTES
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Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg · Apr 2024
Pancreatic injury due to blunt trauma on CT: does retropancreatic fat tissue reduce the severity of pancreatic injury?
Pancreatic injuries from blunt abdominal trauma have a high mortality rate, often accompanied by injuries to adjacent organs. This study aims to investigate the relationship between the size of retropancreatic adipose tissue and the severity of pancreatic and adjacent organ injuries in patients with pancreatic trauma. ⋯ Retropancreatic adipose tissue protects the pancreatic body from the impacts of blunt abdominal trauma. An increased amount of retropancreatic adipose tissue is associated with a reduced rate of pancreatic injury.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg · Mar 2024
Risk of burns in pressure cooker usage: a comprehensive analysis of explosive injuries.
Despite the widespread use of pressure cookers for quick and efficient cooking, literature has insufficiently highlighted the potential dangers resulting from inappropriate handling. This study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of 32 patients who presented with pressure cooker burns, emphasizing the serious risks associated with their misuse. ⋯ While pressure cookers facilitate rapid food preparation, this study underscores the severe risks arising from product or usage errors. This study emphasizes the need for more effective usage instructions and increased awareness about pressure cookers to prevent burn risks. We anticipate that educational programs focused on safe pressure cooker use could significantly reduce the incidence of serious injuries.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg · Mar 2024
The effects of topical aloe vera on an experimentally designed penile fracture model in rats.
This study assessed the histopathological and oxidative effects of topical Aloe Vera (AV) on penile fractures (PF) formed experimentally in a rat model. ⋯ Topical AV application reduces tissue inflammation and oxidative stress but appears to increase the development of fibrosis after PF.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg · Mar 2024
Is ultrasound guidance necessary to avoid complications in the implantation of venous access ports?
The aim of this study was to present demographic information of patients undergoing totally implantable venous access port (TIVAP) implantation and to investigate the rates of early and late complications, assessing the benefits of performing the procedure underUS guidance. ⋯ The risk of developing complications was not affected by patient's age or sex. In addition, body mass index was not shown to be an independent risk factor for patients developing complications. It may be concluded from the study that early complications in particular can be reduced with ultrasound-guided implantation.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg · Mar 2024
Emergent approach to small bowel tumors: diagnosis and treatment.
This study presents the diagnosis and treatment of rare small bowel tumors through clinical cases. ⋯ Small bowel tumors frequently present with abdominal pain, bloating, and nausea and vomiting. CT and endoscopic procedures are the primary diagnostic tools. Small bowel cancers are often diagnosed late due to subtle clinical findings and the limitations of endoscopic imaging. Targeted screening strategies may be beneficial for certain at-risk and symptomatic patient groups. Early surgical intervention offers significant advantages for diagnosed patients.