Azygos vein aneurysm mimicking paratracheal mass: dynamic magnetic resonance imaging findings.

abstract：:A 59-year old patient was admited to the Gastroenterology Clinic with the signs of gastrointestinal bleeding. Computerized tomography (CT) and a barium-meal radiography revealed a circumferential nodular wall narrowing and incomplete stricture at the D2 part of the duodenum. CT also showed a poorly demarcated mass in ...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Vuckovic N,Andrejic B,Djolai M,Zivojinov S,Sarcev K,Vuckovic D

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this invited review article, I present a translational perspective and overview of our research on auditory hallucinations in schizophrenia at the University of Bergen, Norway, with a focus on the neuronal mechanisms underlying the phenomenology of experiencing "hearing voices". An auditory verbal hallucination (i....

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Hugdahl K

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of this study was to assess the ex-utero intrapartum therapy (EXIT) applied to 3 of the 7 cases with oropharyngeal or neck masses and review the indicators of the need for an EXIT procedure. CASE REPORT:Prenatal presentation, size and localization of the masses, existence of fetal hydrops and associ...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Özgünen FT,Güleç ÜK,Evrüke İC,Demir SC,Büyükkurt S,Yapıcıoğlu H,İskit S

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Apigenin is a plant-derived compound belonging to the flavone class, which possess antioxidant, free-radical-scavenging and anti-inflammatory properties. AIMS:To address the effects of apigenin on serum anti-mullerian hormone levels, tissue oxidative stress parameters and histopathological changes in ovaria...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Soyman Z,Kelekçi S,Sal V,Şevket O,Bayındır N,Uzun H

更新日期：2017-09-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Suicide is frequently encountered in patients suffering from major depressive disorder (MDD). Since only a third of treated depressed patients are able to achieve remission, in the last few years, new theories have been proposed to better understand the mechanism of this illness. Our paper analyzes the inter...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Moica T,Grecu IG,Moica S,Grecu MG,Buicu GE

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Electrophysiological studies show that critical illness polyneuromyopathy appears in the early stage of sepsis before the manifestation of clinical findings. The metabolic response observed during sepsis causes glutamine to become a relative essential amino acid. AIMS:We aimed to assess the changes in neuro...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Çankayalı İ,Boyacılar Ö,Demirağ K,Uyar M,Moral AR

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bloodstream infections (BSI) are frequently seen after solid organ transplantation. The incidence of bloodstream infections differs among the types of transplantation. The microbiological features and antimicrobial resistance patterns change from centre to centre. AIMS:To evaluate the incidence and spectrum...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Yeşilkaya A,Azap OK,Demirkaya MH,Ok MA,Arslan H,Akdur A

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:In plastic surgery practice, fasciocutaneous single-perforator-pedicled propeller flap is a preferred procedure; however, its survival rate is below than expected, especially in flaps with a big rotation arc. When botulinum toxin-A is injected into the muscle tissue that the perforator pedicle is arisen, the...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Zereyak U,Kurt Özkaya N,Hasbek Z

更新日期：2020-02-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Calvarial lesions are often detected incidentally in routine radiology. Most lytic lesions of the skull are benign. Enlarged parietal foramina are benign lesions caused by deficient intramembranous ossification. CASE REPORT:An 11 month-old female patient was admitted with a mass on the right of the back of ...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Yılmaz E,Yetim A,Erol OB,Pekcan M,Yekeler E

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Inflammatory myofibroblastic tumors are rare benign tumors that can mimic malignancy. Their precise aetiology is unknown. They are seen more frequently in childhood and the most common involvement is seen in the lungs. Primary inflammatory myofibroblastic tumors of the gallbladder are rather infrequent. The ...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Ozsan I,Ozsoy M,Sahin E,Ortaç R,Aydın U

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Late preterm infants have increased rates of morbidity and mortality compared to term infants. Determining the risk factors in these infants leads to more comprehensive preventive and treatment strategies. AIMS:Our aim was to analyse the morbidity rates such as respiratory system diseases, infections, conge...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Bulut C,Gürsoy T,Ovalı F

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis is a successful treatment modality for patients with end-stage renal disease. Peritoneal fibrosis (PF) is the most critical complication of long-term peritoneal dialysis (PD). AIMS:In our study, we aimed to compare the effects of colchicine and sirolimus on PF induc...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Sağıroğlu T,Sayhan MB,Yağcı MA,Yalta T,Sağıroğlu G,Çopuroğlu E,Oğuz S

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Haematopoietic stem cell transplantation is a curative treatment option for many haematological disorders. Infection following haematopoietic stem cell transplantation is one of the major causes of mortality. AIMS:To investigate the outcomes of early cessation of empirical antibiotic treatment per protocol ...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Kaya AH,Tekgündüz E,Duygu F,Koca D,Bekdemir F,Batgi H,Ulu Uncu B,Yiğenoğlu TN,Dal MS,Çakar Kızıl M,Altuntaş F

更新日期：2017-04-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Incarcerated inguinal hernia is a commonly encountered urgent surgical condition, and tension-free repair is a well-established method for the treatment of non-complicated cases. However, due to the risk of prosthetic material-related infections, the use of mesh in the repair of strangulated or incarcerated ...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Tatar C,Tüzün İS,Karşıdağ T,Kızılkaya MC,Yılmaz E

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:After resection, specimens are subjected to formalin fixation during histological processing. This procedure can result in tissue shrinkage, with the amount of shrinkage related to tissue composition and tissue type. AIMS:To evaluate the shrinkage of nasal mucosa and cartilage tissue and compare differences...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Kansu L,Aydın E,Akkaya H,Avcı S,Akalın N

更新日期：2017-09-29 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Scoring systems are useful to inform the patients about the success and complication rates of the operation prior the surgery. Aims:To determine the applicability of the popular scoring systems (Guy’s, stone size, tract length, obstruction, number of involved calices, and essence/stone density and Clinical ...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Akçay M,Tosun M,Gevher F,Kalkan S,Ersöz C,Kayalı Y,Tepeler A

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In Bulgaria, more than 20 autochthonous human parasitic infections have been described and some of them are widespread. Over 50 imported protozoan and helminthic infections represent diagnostic and therapeutic challenges and pose epidemiological risks due to the possibility of local transmission. AIMS:To es...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Rainova I,Harizanov R,Kaftandjiev I,Tsvetkova N,Mikov O,Kaneva E

更新日期：2018-01-20 00:00:00

abstract：:Definitive radiotherapy plays a major role in the treatment of locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer (LA NSCLC). After the impact of RT dose for lung cancer was established, a number of trials were structured with the aim of better local control and overall survival by either dose escalation or shortening the to...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Dağoğlu N,Karaman Ş,Arifoğlu A,Küçücük S,Oral EN

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Many studies focusing on the effects of local anaesthetics on QT intervals have been performed, but the articles evaluating the relationship between thoracic epidural anaesthesia combined with general anaesthesia and QT parameters are very limited. AIMS:We aimed to compare the effects of bupivacaine and rop...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Güven O,Sazak H,Alagöz A,Savkılıoğlu E,Demirbaş CS,Yıldız A,Karabulut E

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this prospective, randomized, double-blind study was to investigate the postoperative analgesic effects of levobupivacaine or tramadol infiltration administered prior to surgery in septorhinoplasty (SRP) or endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS). MATERIAL AND METHODS:Sixty ASA class I-III adult patients e...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Koputan MH,Apan A,Oz G,Köse EA

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Pulmonary sarcomatoid carcinomas are very rare lung neoplasms, and no consensus exists regarding the optimal treatment. The prognosis of sarcomatoid carcinomas has been reported to be unfavorable compared to non-small-cell lung cancers; however, prognostic factors in patients undergoing surgery for sarcoma...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Özkan B,Erdoğdu E,Duman S,Amirov F,Çimenoğlu B,Özlük Y,Kara M,Yılmazbayhan D,Toker A

更新日期：2020-09-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Citalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor that requires routine cardiac monitoring to prevent a toxic dose. Prolongation of the QT interval has been observed in acute citalopram poisoning. Our previous experimental study showed that citalopram may be lead to QT prolongation by stimulating adenos...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Büyükdeligöz M,Hocaoğlu N,Oransay K,Tunçok Y,Kalkan Ş

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Double-J stents are widely used in urology practice, and removal of these stents can sometimes be forgotten. AIMS:To investigate whether indwelling time of double-J stent can predict which treatment modality is required for removal of the stent from the body. STUDY DESIGN:A multicentre, retrospective obser...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Polat H,Yücel MÖ,Utangaç MM,Benlioğlu C,Gök A,Çift A,Kalyenci B,Lök U,Gülaçtı U

更新日期：2017-08-04 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Langerhans cell histiocytosis is characterized by an abnormal proliferation of neoplastic Langerhans cells. Langerhans cell histiocytosis commonly affects the pediatric population, whereas presentation in adults remains a rare event. The presentation of Langerhans cell histiocytosis is highly variable, but t...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Obiorah IE,Velasquez AH,Kallakury B,Özdemirli M

更新日期：2018-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In order to determine the presence or absence of a certain disease, multiple diagnostic tests may be necessary. Performance of these tests can be sequentially evaluated. AIMS:The aim of the study is to determine the contribution of the test in each step, in reducing diagnostic uncertainty when multiple test...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Arslan U,Karaağaoğlu AE,Akkaya N,Cağırankaya LB,Kansu AÖ,Kansu H

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Clinically, amyopathic dermatomyositis is a clinically distinct subgroup of dermatomyositis characterised by unique dermatological manifestations without muscle involvement. Clinically, amyopathic dermatomyositis is frequently associated with interstitial lung disease, which usually has a rapidly progressive...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Lim JU,Kang HS,Kim YH,Kim TJ

更新日期：2017-08-04 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We aimed to determine the safety and feasibility of general anaesthesia (GA) compared with local anaesthesia + Monitored Anaesthesia Care (LA+MAC) for One-Day Thyroid Surgery (ODTS); to assess patient and operator satisfaction with either of the anesthetic approaches. MATERIAL AND METHODS:We reviewed prospec...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Belitova M,Pandev R,Karadimov D

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hemifacial spasm is a sudden, involuntary and synchronous spasm of the facial muscles. The most frequent cause of this condition is compression of the facial nerves due to vascular pathologies. The most commonly used method of treatment is Botulinum toxin injection. However, the gold standard treatment is su...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Erol O,Aydın E

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Brugada syndrome is a disease characterized by a specific electrocardiographic pattern and an increased risk of sudden cardiac death. We present this case with the updated literature to emphasise the need to consider the diagnosis of Brugada syndrome in patients admitted to the emergency ward with sudden car...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Yakut K,Erdoğan İ,Varan B,Atar İ

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Environmental habitat may play a role in clinical disparities of primary hyperparathyroidism (pHPT) patients. AIMS:To compare preoperative clinical symptoms and associated conditions and surgical findings in patients with pHPT, living in different geographical regions from the Black Sea, Mediterranean and A...

journal_title：Balkan medical journal

authors： Makay Ö,Özçınar B,Şimşek T,Arıcı C,Güngör B,Özbaş S,Akça T,Emre AU,Karadeniz Çakmak G,Akçay M,Ünal B,Girgin M,Girgin S,Görgülü S,Sezer A,Karataş A,Özemir İA,Aksakal N,Erel S,Uğurlu MÜ,Filiz Aİ,Atalay C,Uzunköy

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00