Ulusal travma ve acil cerrahi dergisi = Turkish journal of trauma & emergency surgery : TJTES
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Crush Syndrome is a major cause of morbidity and mortality following large-scale catastrophic earthquakes. Since there are no randomized controlled studies on Crush Syndrome, knowledge on this subject is limited to expert experience. The primary objective is to analyze the epidemiological and demographic characteristics, clinical outcomes, and mortality factors of earthquake victims after the Pazarcik and Elbistan earthquakes on February 6, 2023. ⋯ Our study highlights low systolic blood pressure upon admission as a significant risk factor for increased mortality in Crush Syndrome patients. This finding may contribute to the literature by emphasizing the importance of monitoring blood pressure under rubble and administering more aggressive fluid therapy to patients with low systolic blood pressure.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg · Mar 2024
The effect of time from injury to fasciotomy in patients with acute upper extremity compartment syndrome.
Acute compartment syndrome of the upper extremity is a surgical emergency, and timely diagnosis with immediate fasciotomies is essential for the preservation of function. This retrospective study aimed to compare the complication rates of patients who underwent fasciotomy before and after 6 hours following the initial trauma. ⋯ Fasciotomies for ACS of the upper extremity should be performed in less than 6 hours following the initial trauma to prevent complications.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg · Mar 2024
Case ReportsA rare cause of intestinal obstruction: right paraduodenal hernia.
Internal herniation is an extremely rare cause of intestinal obstruction. Paraduodenal hernias result from abnormal rotation of the bowel. Symptoms that may range from recurrent abdominal pain to acute obstruction may occur. ⋯ The patient undergoing anastomosis by performing resection of the ischemic part after reduction of herniated bowel loops was discharged uneventfully on the post-operative 10th day. Paraduodenal hernia is a condition that should be considered in patients with abdominal pain and intestinal obstruction symptoms. Early diagnosis is of vital importance to prevent the complications which can develop.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg · Feb 2024
Evaluating the effectiveness of inflammatory markers in pediatric open globe injury using a modified pediatric ocular trauma score.
This study aims to assess pediatric patients with Open Globe Injury (OGI) using the Modified Pediatric Ocular Trauma Score (MPOTS) and to investigate the correlation between Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and Platelet-to-Lympho-cyte ratio (PLR) parameters with the prognosis determined by MPOTS. ⋯ The Modified Pediatric Ocular Trauma Score is an effective and practical method for assessing the prognosis of pediatric patients with Open Globe Injury (OGI). Furthermore, there is evidence indicating a negative correlation between MPOTS and the increase in NLR and PLR values that often follows OGI in this patient population.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg · Feb 2024
Identification of complicated and non-complicated appendicitis: a new alvarado-based scoring system.
In the presence of non-complicated appendicitis, treatment typically involves a simple appendectomy and can even be managed medically. However, in cases of complicated appendicitis, surgery becomes more difficult, and the morbidity and mortality rates increase. This study aims to develop a method for recognizing complicated acute appendicitis operatively. ⋯ It is critical to identify perioperative and postoperative complications, provide appropriate patient counseling, and consider medical treatment when appropriate to diagnose acute complex appendicitis effectively. The new scoring system is an effective method for recognizing acute complicated appendicitis.