Original Article March 2017

The relationship between postpartum depression and intimate partner violence

Original Article March 2017 114 Views

Aim: It has been suggested that intimate partner violence (IPV) triggers depression. We aim to examine the effect of exposure to IPV on women who experience postpartum depression as compared with postpartum women without depression.Material and Methods: The study sample included 128 women whose week 4 postpartum check was done in Family Practice. A psychiatric evaluation was completed for 128…

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Recieved 07.09.2016
Accepted 26.09.2016
Published Online 26.09.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4801
Author Suheyla Dogan Bulut, Esra Alatas, Gamer Gunay, Serdar Bulut
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):164-167
Index Page 164-167
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How to Cite Suheyla Dogan Bulut, Esra Alatas, Gamer Gunay, Serdar Bulut. The relationship between postpartum depression and intimate partner violence. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):164-167
Running Title Postpartum depression and intimate partner violence

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The comparative analysis of biochemical parameters in patients with pleural effusions: A prospective study

Original Article March 2017 91 Views

Aim: The differentiation of exudative from transudative effusion is important to lead the clinician in making further biochemical analysis for possible etiology and in choosing the appropriate treatment strategy. The aim of the study is to evaluate the diagnostic value of biochemical parameters together with Light?s criteria to differentiate exudative from transudative effusions. Material and Method: The LDH, total protein,…

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Recieved 29.08.2016
Accepted 20.09.2016
Published Online 20.09.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4793
Author Ali Cevat Kutluk, Hasan Akin, Sulhettin Arslan, Suleyman Aykut Altunkaya
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):160-163
Index Page 160-163
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How to Cite Ali Cevat Kutluk, Hasan Akin, Sulhettin Arslan, Suleyman Aykut Altunkaya. The comparative analysis of biochemical parameters in patients with pleural effusions: A prospective study. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):160-163
Running Title Analysis of biochemical parameters in pleural effusions

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Determination of anxiety levels by Beck anxiety inventoryin emergency medicine residents before and after night duties

Original Article March 2017 90 Views

Aim: Anxiety is a negative feeling accompanied with fear of the worst happening, worries, and stress of unknown origin. This study analyzes the relationship between anxiety and night shifts in emergency service, sex, marital status, substance use, working period as a resident, the institution where physicians work, and working system,with the goal of improving the preventable factors. Material and Method:…

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Recieved 22.07.2016
Accepted 10.09.2016
Published Online 10.09.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4763
Author Atakan Savrun, Selim Bozkurt, Mehmet Okumus, Şeyda Tuba Savrun
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):155-159
Index Page 155-159
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Running Title Levels by Beck Anxiety Inventory

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Analysis of vitamin D receptor (VDR) gene polymorphisms in alopecia areata

Original Article March 2017 73 Views

Aim: Alopecia areata (AA) is a disease characterized with hair loss on the hair skin any region of the body. This disease affects approximately 1?2% of the general population. The etiopathogenesis of this disease is unclear but infections, genetic, psychological and autoimmune factors is known play to role. Vitamin D is thought to be a regulator of the immune system…

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Recieved 31.08.2016
Accepted 14.09.2016
Published Online 14.09.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4795
Author Omer Ates
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):151-154
Index Page 151-154
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How to Cite Omer Ates. Analysis of vitamin D receptor (VDR) gene polymorphisms in alopecia areata. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):151-154
Running Title VDR polymorphism in alopecia areata

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Does obesity impact assisted reproductive outcomes in patients with endometriosis?

Original Article March 2017 76 Views

Aim: It is not known whether overweight or obese women with endometriosis have the same outcomes of in vitro fertilization (IVF) when compared with normal weight patients. In the present study, we aimed to evaluate the impact of obesity on assisted reproductive outcomes in patients with endometriosis.Materials-Methods: A total of 45 women with a history of endometrioma operation who underwent…

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Recieved 20.07.2016
Accepted 14.09.2016
Published Online 14.09.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4756
Author Yaprak Engin-Ustun, Mustafa Kara, Necati Hancerliogullari, Nafiye Yilmaz
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):147-150
Index Page 147-150
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How to Cite Yaprak Engin-Ustun, Mustafa Kara, Necati Hancerliogullari, Nafiye Yilmaz. Does obesity impact assisted reproductive outcomes in patients with endometriosis?. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):147-150
Running Title The effect of obesity on infertile women with endometriosis

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The effect of consolidation chemotherapy for LA-NSCLC patients receiving concurrent chemoradiotherapy

Original Article March 2017 79 Views

Aim: The efficacy and safety of consolidation chemotherapy (CCT) following concurrent chemoradiotherapy are not adequately established for patients with locally advanced non-small-cell lung cancer (LA-NSCLC). In this context, the present study aims to evaluate the efficacy and toxicity of CCT.Material and Method: We retrospectively analyzed the overall survival (OS) and progression-free survival (PFS) of 83 LA-NSCLC patients treated with concurrent…

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Recieved 21.06.2016
Accepted 09.09.2016
Published Online 09.09.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4713
Author Yelda Varol, Berna Komurcuoglu, Ufuk Yilmaz, Esra Kirakli, Aysen Evkan
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):142-146
Index Page 142-146
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How to Cite Yelda Varol, Berna Komurcuoglu, Ufuk Yilmaz, Esra Kirakli, Aysen Evkan. The effect of consolidation chemotherapy for LA-NSCLC patients receiving concurrent chemoradiotherapy. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):142-146
Running Title Consolidation chemotherapy for LA-NSCLC

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Neutrophil/Lymphocyte ratio and mean platelet volume in patients with gout

Original Article March 2017 122 Views

Aim: Gout is a clinical syndrome with increased uric acid concentration, which is caused by inflammatory response against monosodium urate (MSU) crystals. In gout, neutrophils are involved in inflammatory response and neutrophil activation is dependent on local cytokine production. Mean platelet volume (MPV) and neutrophillymphocyte ratio (NLR) are considered as inflammatory markers in several diseases and it is reported that…

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Recieved 12.06.2016
Accepted 10.09.2016
Published Online 10.09.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4696
Author Ayse Balkarli, Atalay Dogru, Yunus Ugan, Gulsum Dogan, Mehmet Sahin
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):138-141
Index Page 138-141
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How to Cite Ayse Balkarli, Atalay Dogru, Yunus Ugan, Gulsum Dogan, Mehmet Sahin. Neutrophil/Lymphocyte ratio and mean platelet volume in patients with gout. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):138-141
Running Title NLR-MPV in Gout

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Evaluation of postprandial total antioxidant activity in normal and overweight individuals

Original Article March 2017 103 Views

Aim: Postprandial changes acutely alter some mechanisms in body. There are many studies showing blood oxidative status changes after food intake, and supplementation. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effects of a standardized meal on serum total antioxidant activity (TAA) in normal weight and overweight individuals. Material and Method: Fourteen normal weight and twelve overweight individuals…

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Recieved 11.08.2016
Accepted 06.09.2016
Published Online 06.09.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4781
Author Fatma Demet Arslan, Mehmet Koseoglu, Aysenur Atay, Yavuz Yigit, Yasemin Akcay, Eser Sozmen
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):134-137
Index Page 134-137
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How to Cite Fatma Demet Arslan, Mehmet Koseoglu, Aysenur Atay, Yavuz Yigit, Yasemin Akcay, Eser Sozmen. Evaluation of postprandial total antioxidant activity in normal and overweight individuals. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):134-137
Running Title Evaluation of postprandial total antioxidant activity

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The levels of serum B12, folic acid and homocysteine in the thromboembolic diseases

Original Article March 2017 199 Views

Aim: The aim of this study was to examine the levels of serum B12, folic acid, and homocysteine at admission in the cases established at the emer-gency department with thrombo-embolic diseases and to compare them with healthy subjects and also compare the diagnosis groups with each other. Material and Method: This study included 100 subjects diagnosed at the emergency department…

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Recieved 08.08.2016
Accepted 04.09.2016
Published Online 04.09.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4777
Author Keziban Ucar Karabulut, Aysegul Bayir, Fatih Kara, Ahmet Ak
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):130-133
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How to Cite Keziban Ucar Karabulut, Aysegul Bayir, Fatih Kara, Ahmet Ak. The levels of serum B12, folic acid and homocysteine in the thromboembolic diseases. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):130-133
Running Title Homocysteine in thromboemboli

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Is there a threshold of body mass index for to predict extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy success?

Original Article March 2017 142 Views

Aim:We aimed to determine the impact of BMI (body mass index) on extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (SWL) success.Material and Methods:?We retrospectively analyzed the medical records of all patients who underwent SWL for single renal stone smaller than 1.5 cm. Patient demographics, height, weight and stone characteristics were recorded. Stone free (SF) patients and patients with residual stone (RS) were compared…

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Recieved 28.06.2016
Accepted 29.08.2016
Published Online 29.08.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4729
Author Sedat Yahsi, Senol Tonyali, Cavit Ceylan, Serkan Dogan, Eymen Gazel
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):126-129
Index Page 126-129
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How to Cite Sedat Yahsi, Senol Tonyali, Cavit Ceylan, Serkan Dogan, Eymen Gazel. Is there a threshold of body mass index for to predict extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy success?. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):126-129
Running Title Body mass index and stone disease

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Evaluation of renal function in children by Tc-99m DTPA scintigraphy

Original Article March 2017 114 Views

Aim: Dynamic renal scintigraphy can demonstrate both structural and functional renal pathologies. Our aim was to evaluate renal functions in children by technetium-99m diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid (Tc-99m DTPA) dynamic renal scintigraphy, and todetermine the frequency of scintigraphically detectable atrophic kidneys. Material and Methods: Dynamic renal scintigraphy studies of 17 children (12 males, five females) with urinary system complaints, having a mean…

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Recieved 30.07.2016
Accepted 19.08.2016
Published Online 19.08.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4772
Author Sevin Ayaz
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):122-125
Index Page 122-125
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How to Cite Sevin Ayaz. Evaluation of renal function in children by Tc-99m DTPA scintigraphy. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):122-125
Running Title Tc-99m DTPA renal scintigraphy in child

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Comparison of the effect of noise levels on stress response in two different operation groups in an orthopedic surgery room

Original Article March 2017 87 Views

Aim: The aim of this randomized, single-blinded study was to evaluate the effects of noise on hemodynamic and neuroendocrine stress response by measuring the level of noise in the surgery rooms of patients undergoing knee operations under neuroaxial anesthesia. Material and Methods: We com-pared patient responses from two groups of patients: those undergoing knee operations in a surgery room where…

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Recieved 19.07.2016
Accepted 16.08.2016
Published Online 16.08.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4752
Author Hasibe Gul Baytan Yildiz, Enver Özgencil, Sanem Cakar, Feyhan Okten, Filiz Tuzuner
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):116-121
Index Page 116-121
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How to Cite Hasibe Gul Baytan Yildiz, Enver Özgencil, Sanem Cakar, Feyhan Okten, Filiz Tuzuner. Comparison of the effect of noise levels on stress response in two different operation groups in an orthopedic surgery room. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):116-121
Running Title Noise in the operating room

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The role of histopathology, endometrium thickness and obstetric history in abnormal uterine bleeding

Original Article March 2017 87 Views

Aim: To evaluate the clinical manifestations of abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB), ultrasonography findings and compare with histopathological results.Materials and Methods: A total of 404 women with AUB were classified as; Group I: 18-39 years, Group II: 40-50 years, Group III: >50 years old. Age, parity, bleeding pattern, menstrual history, laboratory results, ultrasonography and histopathological findings were evaluated.Results: Almost half presented…

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Recieved 02.07.2016
Accepted 12.08.2016
Published Online 12.08.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4735
Author Turkan Cengiz, Fahriye Kilinc, Hatice Isik, Refika Selimoglu, Handan Yilmaz
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):111-115
Index Page 111-115
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How to Cite Turkan Cengiz, Fahriye Kilinc, Hatice Isik, Refika Selimoglu, Handan Yilmaz. The role of histopathology, endometrium thickness and obstetric history in abnormal uterine bleeding. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):111-115
Running Title Abnormal uterine bleedings

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Role of computed tomography severity index in acute diagnosis and follow-up of acute pancreatitis

Original Article March 2017 80 Views

Aim: We aimed to identify the role that computed tomography (CT) plays in the emergency services and during treatmentin the process of establishing an early diagnosis of acute pancreatitis and detecting potential complications that can emerge. Material and Method: Seventy ? six patients who presented to a Training and Research Hospital?s Emergency Department and diagnosed with acute pancreatitis (AP) were…

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Recieved 12.05.2016
Accepted 12.08.2016
Published Online 12.08.2016
Printed 12.08.2016
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4627
Author Serap Biberoglu, Murat Koyuncu, Derya Öztürk, Ahmet Cevdet Toksoz, Emin Cakmakcı, Fatih Çakmak, İbrahim İkizceli
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):106-110
Index Page 106-110
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How to Cite Serap Biberoglu, Murat Koyuncu, Derya Öztürk, Ahmet Cevdet Toksoz, Emin Cakmakcı, Fatih Çakmak, İbrahim İkizceli. Role of computed tomography severity index in acute diagnosis and follow-up of acute pancreatitis. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):106-110
Running Title Diagnosis of acute pancreatitis

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Peripheral facial nerve paralysis secondary to acute otitis media

Original Article March 2017 96 Views

Aim: Acute otitis media is a common disease among children, and peripheral facial nerve paralysis secondary to acute otitis media is a dramatic clinical entity for children and parents. In this report we discuss the clinical presentation of facial nerve paralysis secondary to acute otitis media and management of this clinical issue. Material and Method: The medical histories of seven…

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Recieved 30.06.2016
Accepted 09.08.2016
Published Online 09.08.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4725
Author Ahmet Mutlu, Murat Ozturk, Murat Topdag, Mete Iseri, Sinem Dasli
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):102-105
Index Page 102-105
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How to Cite Ahmet Mutlu, Murat Ozturk, Murat Topdag, Mete Iseri, Sinem Dasli. Peripheral facial nerve paralysis secondary to acute otitis media. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):102-105
Running Title Facial nerve paralysis

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Evaluation of erythrocyte and thrombocyte parameters in pediatric patients with diabetes mellitus

Original Article March 2017 134 Views

Aim: To analyze erythrocyte and thrombocyte parameters in patients with diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, and controls. Material and Method: Patients who were diagnosed as having diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) in the pediatric emergency clinic between January 2015 and January 2016 were included in group 1; patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM) who consulted the pediatric endocrinology outpatient clinic for routine controls…

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Recieved 19.07.2016
Accepted 04.08.2016
Published Online 04.08.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4753
Author Seher Erdogan, Fatma Dursun, Heves Kirmizibekmez, Şirin Guven, Ulku Miray Yildirim
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):98-101
Index Page 98-101
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How to Cite Seher Erdogan, Fatma Dursun, Heves Kirmizibekmez, Şirin Guven, Ulku Miray Yildirim. Evaluation of erythrocyte and thrombocyte parameters in pediatric patients with diabetes mellitus. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):98-101
Running Title Diabetes and MPV

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The relationship between epicardial adipose tissue volume and coronary plaque structure in diabetics

Original Article March 2017 93 Views

Aim: Epicardial adipose tissue (EAT) contributes to the development and progression of coronary artery disease (CAD). We aimed to evaluate the relationship between EAT volume, coronary atherosclerosis, coronary plaque burden, and plaque structure in diabetic patients. Material and Method: 196 DM patients who were evaluated with 128-slice dual- source coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) for suspected CAD were included in…

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Recieved 14.07.2016
Accepted 29.07.2016
Published Online 29.07.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4748
Author Gokhan Aksan, Serhat Sigirci, Gokhan Cetinkal, Burak Musa Ayhan, Suleyman Sezai Yildiz, Aysegul Idil Soylu, Muzaffer Başak, Kadriye Orta Kılıçkesmez
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):92-97
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How to Cite Gokhan Aksan, Serhat Sigirci, Gokhan Cetinkal, Burak Musa Ayhan, Suleyman Sezai Yildiz, Aysegul Idil Soylu, Muzaffer Başak, Kadriye Orta Kılıçkesmez. The relationship between epicardial adipose tissue volume and coronary plaque structure in diabetics. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):92-97
Running Title Epicardial adipose tissue and coronary plaque

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The distribution of Hepatitis C Virus genotypes of patients with chronic Hepatitis C infection in the Eskisehir region of Turkey

Original Article March 2017 88 Views

Aim: Chronic Hepatitis C is a serious disease than can result in long-term health problems. It is known that different genotypes in HCV infections account for differences in disease courses and treatment responses. Our study aimed to determine the HCV genotype distribution of patients with chronic hepatitis C infection. Material and Method: This study investigated the anti-HCV, HCV RNA viral…

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Recieved 15.07.2016
Accepted 28.07.2016
Published Online 28.07.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4747
Author Tercan Us, Nilgun Kasifoglu , Ferhat Gurkan Aslan, Muge Aslan, Yurdanur Akgun, Gul Durmaz
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):88-91
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How to Cite Tercan Us, Nilgun Kasifoglu , Ferhat Gurkan Aslan, Muge Aslan, Yurdanur Akgun, Gul Durmaz. The distribution of hepatitis c virus genotypes of patients with chronic hepatitis c infection in the Eskisehir region of Turkey. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):88-91
Running Title HCV genotypes

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The impact of pleural lavage cytology before and after resection on prognosis

Original Article March 2017 113 Views

Aim: Regardless of pleural effusion, presence of tumor in pleural cavity indicates presence of more aggressive tumor. In this study, we analysed positive tumor results in preoperative pleural lavage in operable malignant cases with no pleural fluid according to the mass and mediastinal lymph node characteristics. Material and Method: Pleural lavage before preoperative dissection and after resection was performed on…

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Recieved 14.07.2016
Accepted 28.07.2016
Published Online 28.07.2016
Printed 01.03.2017
DOI 10.4328/JCAM.4749
Author Serdar Ozkan, Ertan Aydin, Ozgur Omer Yildiz, Ulku Yazici, Mehmet Furkan Sahin, Funda Demirag
Identifier J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):83-87
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How to Cite Serdar Ozkan, Ertan Aydin, Ozgur Omer Yildiz, Ulku Yazici, Mehmet Furkan Sahin, Funda Demirag. The impact of pleural lavage cytology before and after resection on prognosis. J Clin Anal Med. 2017;8(2):83-87
Running Title Lung cancer and pleural lavage cytology

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