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G Aslan

Publications and source records attributed to G Aslan.

At least 55 records · Page 3Linked to original sources
PubMed1998

Silicone gel sheeting for stabilization of skin grafts.

BACKGROUND: Success of skin grafts depends on sufficient immobilization and early intervention for hematoma, seroma, or infection. OBJECTIVE: To stabilize and cover skin grafts with a tie-over technique using translucent silicone gel sheet. METHODS: Twenty-seven skin defects were resurfaced with skin grafts. A sterile silicone gel sheet was placed over the skin graft. Gel was fixed to the wound edges with skin staplers. RESULTS: All grafts healed without any complication. CONCLUSION: Using silicone gel sheeting on 27 skin grafts, we found that it is an effective method for stabilization and allows direct visualization of the graft in order to inspect hematoma-like complications.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1998

Surgical management of cutaneous anthrax.

Cutaneous anthrax in humans is a very rare disease caused by Bacillus anthracis. Humans become infected with this spore-forming bacterium when they come into contact with an infected animal. The disease usually develops on exposed sites like the hands and the face. The authors present 4 patients with cutaneous anthrax: 2 of the hands and 2 of the eyelids. All patients needed plastic surgical help via skin grafting after excision of the black eschar. No complications occurred after surgery. Because they are so rare in Europe and the United States, sporadic cases of anthrax are easily overlooked because the diagnosis often is not considered. Cutaneous anthrax should be considered in any patient with a painless ulcer or black eschar who has a history of exposure to animals.

Adult↗
PubMed1996

Multiple occurrence of pilomatrixoma.

Multiple occurrences of pilomatrixoma are rare. Although it has been known as a benign lesion, there are reports of some tumors that have histopathologic features of malignancy. A case of a 68-year-old Caucasian women with multiple pilomatrixoma is presented. She was operated on to remove three other pilomatrixomas on the arms 3 years after the initial excision from the face. Two years after excision of the lesions on the arms, no recurrences were evident.

Facial Neoplasms↗
PubMed1990

Congenital lateral cleft palate: a new anomaly?

A case of atypical cleft palate abnormality that had not been identified before in a 9-year-old girl is presented. The cleft was localized laterally and in an oblique position at the soft palate. The patient had cleft palate repair. Finally, she had acceptable soft palate movements and speech.

Child↗
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Three-day course of oral azithromycin vs topical oxytetracycline/polymyxin in treatment of active endemic trachoma.

PURPOSE: The aim of this study on endemic trachoma was to carry out a comparison of azithromycin (3-day course, oral dose of 10 mg/kg per day) with conventional treatment (topical oxytetracycline/polymyxin ointment; twice a day for 2 months) in a rural area near Sanliurfa, Turkey. METHODS: Ninety-six subjects with active trachoma were randomly assigned conventional or azithromycin treatment. Subjects were examined 1, 2, 3, and 6 months after the start of treatment. Clinical findings were recorded for each eye. Swabs were taken from upper eyelids 3 and 6 months after the start of treatment for direct fluorescein antibody test. RESULTS: By six-month follow-up, trachoma had resolved clinically in 43 (89.58%) of the 48 subjects who received azithromycin, compared with 33 (68. 75%) of the 48 who were treated conventionally. Microbiological success rates (direct fluorescein antibody test negativity) were 83. 33% in the azithromycin group and 62.50% in the conventional therapy group. Compliance with both treatments was good. By 6 months, 14.58% of the subjects in azithromycin group and 33.33% of the subjects in the topical treatment group were reinfected. There were significant differences in the efficacy of the treatment effects and the re-emergence of disease between the two treatment groups. Azithromycin was well-tolerated. CONCLUSIONS: These results indicate that azithromycin may be an effective alternative for patients with active trachoma. As a systemic treatment, a 3-day course oral dose has important potential for trachoma control.

Administration, Oral↗
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Microbiologic analysis of aqueous humor in phacoemulsification.

PURPOSE: This study was designed as a microbiologic survey of the fluids aspirated from the anterior chamber at the end of cataract extraction performed by phacoemulsification, and to correlate the contamination rate of the anterior chamber to the surgical technique used. METHODS: One hundred and one consecutive patients (126 eyes) who underwent cataract extraction by phacoemulsification and posterior chamber intraocular lens implantation were included in the study. Microscopical examination, culture, and determination of the number of colonies were carried out on the bacteria and fungi in the anterior chamber fluids aspirated at the end of surgery, before final suture placement. RESULTS: Anterior chamber fluids yielded positive cultures in nine specimens (8.14%), six of which were identified as coagulase-negative staphylococci. Quantification disclosed colony counts ranging between 2-10 and 10-40 per mL. CONCLUSIONS: Preliminary results in a small population show that the contamination of the aqueous humor is significantly less frequent if the cataract extraction is performed by phacoemulsification.

Adult↗
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A prospective analysis of sexual functions during pregnancy.

The aim of the study was to evaluate the sexual functions during pregnancy using the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) questionnaire. Pregnancies were recorded in a prospective cohort study comprising 40 healthy pregnant women. Pregnant women who had a stable relationship with their partner were enrolled in the study when were first diagnosed to be pregnant. During their antenatal visits, subjects were asked to complete the FSFI questionnaire and other information about their sexual life in each trimester. Each FSFI domain score was calculated and mean scores in each domain were compared according to the trimesters of pregnancy. Data of 37 subjects for the first, 36 for the second and 34 for the third trimesters of pregnancy were eligible for the analysis. The mean age was 25.5+/-4.5 y; mean parity was 0.4+/-0.7 and mean gravity was 1.6+/-0.9. The frequency of intercourse attempts during the last 4 weeks was 8.6+/-3 before pregnancy, and 6.9+/-2.5, 5.4+/-2.6 and 2.5+/-1.4 in the first, second and third trimesters of pregnancy, respectively. In all domains of FSFI, significant decline in domain scores was determined during pregnancy. The comparison of satisfaction and pain domain scores between first and second trimesters showed significant differences. All of the domain scores significantly decreased in the third trimester of pregnancy. Our results showed that sexual functions are significantly decreased during pregnancy and worsen as the pregnancy progresses. Childbearing couples should be given information about the sexual problems and fluctuations in the patterns of sexuality during pregnancy.

Adult↗
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Sexual function in women with urinary incontinence.

To date limited data exists that addresses the impact of urinary incontinence on sexual function. In the present study, we assessed sexual functions in patients with urinary incontinence and compared with healthy continent subjects by means of Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) questionnaire. A total of 21 premenopausal incontinent women (three stress incontinence, nine overactive bladder and nine mixed incontinence) were enrolled in the study, and 18 healthy continent subjects served as controls. All subjects were asked to complete FSFI questionnaire and each FSFI domain scores including desire, arousal, lubrication, orgasm, satisfaction and pain were calculated. The mean scores in each domain were compared between the groups. Mean age of subjects with urinary incontinence and controls were 39.5+/-6.6 and 32.6+/-9.1 y, respectively. All domain scores were significantly lower in incontinent women except for pain. Among the incontinence types, no significant difference was determined in all domains of FSFI. Urinary incontinence significantly reduces sexual functions in premenopausal sexually active women.

Adult↗
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Assessment of sexual functions in patients with chronic liver disease.

We aimed to determine the sexual problems and the prevalence of erectile dysfunction (ED) in patients with chronic liver disease by means of International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF). A total of 81 patients with stable chronic liver disease were included in the study. Patients were grouped as mild to moderate (Child Pugh A and B) (n=10), chronic hepatitis (hepatitis B, C and D) (n=28) and carriers (n=43) according to the type of their chronic liver disease. All patients were asked to complete a questionnaire including IIEF and demographics. The IIEF domain scores were calculated and ED grading was determined on erectile function domain. IIEF domain scores were compared between these groups. The mean age was 54.8 +/- 10.8 y. Using the IIEF, the prevalence of any ED was 50.6% for all patients, and 50, 50, and 51.1% for cirrhosis, chronic hepatitis and carriers, respectively. The IIEF domain scores were not significantly different among the patient groups. Sexual functions did not appear to be affected by the stable chronic liver disease.

Aged↗
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Association between lower urinary tract symptoms and erectile dysfunction.

Our aim was to assess the association between lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and erectile dysfunction by means of International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) and Sexual Health Inventory for Men (SHIM) questionnaire. A total of 69 eligible patients who were admitted to our outpatient clinic with lower urinary tract symptoms were included in the study. A self administered questionnaire of IPSS and SHIM were given to patients. Demographics and medical history data were recorded. Any risk factor that may be associated with erectile dysfunction, including coronary artery disease, diabetes, hypertension, and smoking status, was determined in each patient. Correlation tests were used to examine the relationship between lower urinary tract symptoms and erectile dysfunction by controlling the effects of age and comorbidities. Mean age was 58.6 +/- 13.1 31-86 years. Mean SHIM and IPSS total score was 14.3 +/- 7.5 and 11.5 +/- 8.1, respectively. Spearman correlation coefficient between IPSS and SHIM scores was found to be -0.41. There was a significant negative correlation with IPSS total scores of moderate degree when both age and presence of risk factor was controlled (r = -0.31; p = 0.009). Storage symptom scores showed significant correlation with SHIM scores (r = -0.33; p = 0.000). The association between SHIM score and each item of IPSS showed significant correlation for urgency, straining and nocturia when age controlled. The degree of bother by LUTS as determined by the IPSS quality of life question was also correlated with SHIM scores; however, this correlation was not significant when age or risk factor for ED was controlled. The presence of LUTS especially storage symptoms is strongly associated with erectile dysfunction independent of age and comorbidities.

Adult↗