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View article: Preload insufficiency as common denominator of exertional dyspnoea in distinct post-COVID phenotypes
Preload insufficiency as common denominator of exertional dyspnoea in distinct post-COVID phenotypes Open
Introduction The underlying causes of exertional dyspnoea and exercise limitation in post-COVID syndrome remain uncertain. We performed deep-phenotyping of post-COVID patients to evaluate limitations of ventilation, gas exchange and cardio…
View article: The accuracy of YouTube videos on idiopathic granulomatous mastitis: A analysis of quality and reliability
The accuracy of YouTube videos on idiopathic granulomatous mastitis: A analysis of quality and reliability Open
Most people get health information online, but its quality and reliability are unclear. To assess the quality and reliability of YouTube videos about idiopathic granulomatous mastitis (IGM). Two rheumatologists independently searched YouTu…
View article: Examination of suicidal thoughts in healthcare workers: Sample of a research and practice hospital
Examination of suicidal thoughts in healthcare workers: Sample of a research and practice hospital Open
Working in a hospital is a very stressful and sometimes risky process for all healthcare professionals who have experienced this difficult process for years. This situation may increase the suicidal tendency of healthcare workers as a resu…
View article: The Relationship of Psychological Status and Sociodemographic Factors with Bruxism Among Undergraduate Dental Students
The Relationship of Psychological Status and Sociodemographic Factors with Bruxism Among Undergraduate Dental Students Open
Background: Although its etiology is not fully known, the accepted view is that bruxism is a multifactorial disorder. Aims: This study aims to evaluate the prevalance of self-reported bruxism and to investigate its relationship with psycho…
View article: COTARD SYNDROME TRIGGERED BY THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC: CASE REPORT
COTARD SYNDROME TRIGGERED BY THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC: CASE REPORT Open
Cotard syndrome (CS) is a rare one characterized by the presence of nihilistic delusions. It is typically associated with depression and is mostly seen in middle-aged women (1). A few cases have been reported in youth, of which 90% are wom…
View article: Efficacy and Safety of Paliperidone Palmitate Treatment in Patients With Schizophrenia
Efficacy and Safety of Paliperidone Palmitate Treatment in Patients With Schizophrenia Open
Purpose The aim of the study was to assess efficacy and safety of paliperidone palmitate (PP) in schizophrenic patients using real-life data. Methods This national, multicenter, retrospective, and mirror-image study was performed reviewing…
View article: Levels of endocannabinoid metabolizing enzymes are not related with BDNF levels in patients with schizophrenia: a case-controlled study
Levels of endocannabinoid metabolizing enzymes are not related with BDNF levels in patients with schizophrenia: a case-controlled study Open
PURPOSE: While the pathogenesis of schizophrenia has yet to be fully clarified, a huge amount of data suggests the involvement of endocannabinoid system and neurotrophic factors in schizophrenia. Nevertheless, only a very limited number of…
View article: Customary practices, domestic violence, and psychosomatic pain among adolescent mothers in Turkey
Customary practices, domestic violence, and psychosomatic pain among adolescent mothers in Turkey Open
Adolescent motherhood is still a public health problem that seems to be related to certain culture-bound customary practices, continuing domestic violence across generations, increased number of children, and more prevalent psychosomatic p…
View article: Changes in irisin levels in patients with hyperemesis gravidarum
Changes in irisin levels in patients with hyperemesis gravidarum Open
This study suggests a possible role of irisin, which might be involved in the pathology of HG.
View article: Oxidative metabolism may be associated with negative symptoms in schizophrenia
Oxidative metabolism may be associated with negative symptoms in schizophrenia Open
Objective: In the present study, we aimed to examine the relationship between the oxidative metabolism with disease severity, sociodemographic, and clinical characteristics in the patients with schizophrenia. Methods: Seventy-one patients …
View article: Relationship between internet addiction and alexithymia among university students
Relationship between internet addiction and alexithymia among university students Open
Purpose Epidemiological studies concerning internet addiction found that 50% of internet addicts also have other kinds of psychiatric disorders. This study aims to examine the relationship between alexithymia and internet addiction levels …
View article: Evaluation of Paraoxonase, Arylesterase and Malondialdehyde Levels in Schizophrenia Patients Taking Typical, Atypical and Combined Antipsychotic Treatment
Evaluation of Paraoxonase, Arylesterase and Malondialdehyde Levels in Schizophrenia Patients Taking Typical, Atypical and Combined Antipsychotic Treatment Open
Our results indicate that treatment with typical antipsychotic drugs could be related to increased MDA levels; and antipsychotic medication may increase PON1 levels in schizophrenic patients.
View article: Somatosensory Amplification, Anxiety, and Depression in Patients With Hepatitis B
Somatosensory Amplification, Anxiety, and Depression in Patients With Hepatitis B Open
In the present study, we aimed to determine the differences in body image along with anxiety and depression levels, and also to evaluate their impact on disability parameters in patients with hepatitis B.Our study comprised 77 patients wit…
View article: Antioxidant Status and DNA Damage in Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder with or without Comorbid Disruptive Behavioral Disorders
Antioxidant Status and DNA Damage in Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder with or without Comorbid Disruptive Behavioral Disorders Open
Objective: The aim of this study is to investigate oxidative stress and DNA damage among children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) with or without disruptive behavioral disorders (DBD). Methods: A total of 49 treatment …
View article: The investigation of factors related to suicide attempts in Southeastern Turkey
The investigation of factors related to suicide attempts in Southeastern Turkey Open
The first step in prevention of suicides is doubtlessly strong and reliable communication, due to the fact that the majority of subjects who commit suicide have had contact with a health professional during the month before the suicide.
View article: Acute Unilateral Myopia Induced by Add-On Aripiprazole: A Case Report
Acute Unilateral Myopia Induced by Add-On Aripiprazole: A Case Report Open
The partial agonist aripiprazole is a novel atypical antipsychotic with a relatively safer side effect profile. Acute unilateral myopia is a very rare condition that is commonly associated with drug use. Here, we present a woman diagnosed …
View article: Decreased Prolidase Activity in Patients with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Decreased Prolidase Activity in Patients with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Open
The findings of the present study suggest that the decrease in prolidase activity may have neuroprotective effects in patients with PTSD.
View article: Psychogenic Gait Disorder After a Stressful Life Event: Case Report
Psychogenic Gait Disorder After a Stressful Life Event: Case Report Open
Psychogenic or functional movement disorders (PMDs) may occur at almost any age, particularly those affecting vulnerable populations. Mostly, that are not explained by an specifiable organic disease and that especially related to psychiatr…