Plastic surgery treatment approaches and results for ganglion cysts: retrospective analysis of 1,784 patients.

Ganglion cysts are tumor-like formations that develop as a result of herniation of synovium around muscles, tendons, and joints. Sometimes recurrence develops after primary treatment and secondary treatment is planned as a result.  Objective: The aim of this study was to perform a retrospective analysis of plastic surgery treatment approaches and patient outcomes in 1,784 patients with ganglion cysts.

Investigation of lung transplant recipients' medical treatment compliance and gastrointestinal symptoms in the long term: A cross-sectional study.

This study aims to examine lung transplant recipients' adherence to the drug regimen, and gastrointestinal disorders that they suffered. The sample of this descriptive and cross-sectional research comprised 58 lung transplant recipients who were discharged from the hospital. In the data collection process, we used the socio-demographic and health-related characteristics information form, the immunosuppressant therapy adherence scale, the Morisky medication adherence scale, and the gastrointestinal symptom rating scale.

The Effects of Comedy Movies on Preoperative Anxiety and Postoperative Pain in Patients Who Have Undergone Abdominal Surgery: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial.

This randomized controlled pilot study, which involved 176 patients, aimed to evaluate the impact of comedy films on preoperative anxiety levels and postoperative pain in patients undergoing abdominal surgery, as well as the feasibility of this intervention. While the patients in the control group did not undergo any intervention other than routine clinical interventions, the patients in the experimental group watched a comedy movie for 25 min. The pretest anxiety score of the experimental group was found to be 57.

Rectoneovaginal Fistula After Gender-Affirming Surgery in Transgender Women.

Gender incongruence is defined as a conflict between a person's gender and the gender they were assigned at birth. With gender-affirming surgery, being a trans woman is possible. In this study, we aimed to investigate rectoneovaginal fistula repair and describe the creation of a new neovagina for gender-affirming surgery in trans women.

The effect of kinesiophobia on gastrointestinal disorders in patients with lower extremity orthopedic surgery.

Background: Postoperative kinesiophobia and gastrointestinal (GI) disorders are common and undesirable conditions following orthopedic surgery. Additionally, managing both conditions is crucial for preventing complications and accelerating recovery. The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of kinesiophobia on GI disorders after lower extremity orthopedic surgery.

Effects of a health-seeking behavior education program based on motivational interview techniques on health-seeking behaviors, illness self-management, and anxiety in elderly immigrant women: a randomized controlled study.

Introduction: Whether voluntary or forced, migration always affects those who migrate. Migrants experience the negative effects of migration more severely if they are older, chronic patients, or women. If a group of migrants possess all these vulnerabilities, they need more assistance and healthcare.

Investigation of sexual life and perceived spousal support in female recipients after kidney transplantation.

Introduction: End-stage renal failure has negative effects on sexual life, and solid kidney transplantation helps to recovery in sexuality. However, recovery in sexual life progresses slowly, and female recipients may need spousal support during this process. To examine the perceived spousal support and sexual lives of female kidney recipients in the aim of this study.

Investigation of immunosuppressive treatment compliance, dyspnea, anxiety, and depression levels in lung transplant recipients: online interview.

Introduction: Following lung transplantation (LTx), it is important for recipients to comply with immunosuppressive treatment and cope with related problems. In the post-LTx period, the course of dyspnea and psychological problems it causes in case of progression are not known. Depression and anxiety may develop in recipients after LTx.

Investigation of Depression and Post-Traumatic Growth in Renal Transplant Recipients via Self-Assessment.

In this study, we aimed to determine post-traumatic growth and depression levels in renal transplant recipients and the relationship between these two variables. The study was conducted with a descriptive, cross-sectional, and correlational design. The data for the study were collected at the organ transplant unit of a research and training hospital located in the west of Turkey.

Evaluation of Nipple-Areola Circulation in Central Pedicle Mastopexy Patients with Subpectoral Implant Placement: A Quasi-Experimental Study.

Objective: Mastopexy is a procedure which is used in breast lift and reconstruction surgery and requires a small amount of parenchymal resection. In this procedure, the preservation of nipple-areola circulation is vital. The purpose of this study is to evaluate nipple-areola circulation in patients undergoing central pedicle mastopexy with subpectoral implant placement.

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy for adherence of immunosuppressive treatment in liver transplant recipients: A randomized controlled trial.

Objective: The aim of this study was to analyze the effects of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy on the adherence of liver transplant recipients to immunosuppressive therapy with a randomized controlled design.

Method: This randomized controlled trial was performed with 120 liver transplant recipients hospitalized at the liver transplant department of a research and practice hospital (n = 120). While we administered no intervention to the patients in the control group (n = 60), we provided Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy to those in the experimental group (n = 60).

Comparison of case and control groups in terms of postoperative complications, outcomes, and survival in total hip arthroplasty patients with and without COVID-19.

Introduction: Total hip aarthroplasty (THA) is not performed worldwide as an emergency surgical procedure and has often been postponed during the COVID-19 pandemic. The hypothesis of this study was that COVID-19 caused the extra burden and mortality of THA patients. This study aimed to investigate the problems caused by comorbid COVID-19 in addition to the current clinical status in patients who had undergone THA.

The effect of bed exercises following major abdominal surgery on early ambulation, mobilization, pain and anxiety: A randomized-controlled trial.

This randomized-controlled trial aimed to investigate the effect of bed exercises on postoperative anxiety, pain, early ambulation and mobilization. This study was conducted with a randomized-controlled trial design and in the general surgical clinic of a research and training hospital. A total of 120 patients (60 in the experimental group and 60 in the control group) scheduled for major abdominal surgery took part in the study.

Nursing Image From the Perspective of Healthcare Professionals During the Post-COVID-19 Pandemic Period: A Cross-Sectional Study.

In this study, the goal was achieved to examine the nursing image from the perspective of healthcare professionals in the post-COVID-19 period. This descriptive study was conducted with the participation of n = 264 healthcare professionals working in a training and research hospital. A personal Information Form and Nursing Image Scale were used to collect data.

The effect of post-traumatic growth on recovery in liver transplant recipients.

Aim: In our study, we examined the effect of post-traumatic growth on recovery in liver transplant recipients in the post-transplant period.

Method: This research was performed as a descriptive and cross-sectional study with the participation of 218 patients who had liver transplantation at the liver transplant institute of a research and training hospital. The personal information form, the Post-Traumatic Growth Inventory, and the Recovery Assessment Scale were used in the data collection process.

The analysis of the adherence of liver transplant recipients to immunosuppressant treatment, their self-control, and self-management in the post-transplantation period.

Background And Amis: In our study, it was aimed to investigate the adherence of liver transplant recipients to immunosuppressant therapy, their self-control, and their self-management in the post-transplantation period.

Methods: The sample of this descriptive and cross-sectional study was composed of liver transplant recipients. The personal information form, Immunosuppressant Therapy Adherence Scale, and the Liver Self-Control and Self-Management Scale were used to collect data, and descriptive statistical methods, independent samples t-test and one-way analysis of variance analysis was used to analyze the collected data.

Investigation of perceived stress and psychological well-being in liver recipients having immunosuppressive therapy.

Background And Aims: In this study, the relationship between perceived stress and psychological well-being was analyzed in liver transplant recipients having immunosuppressive therapy.

Methods: This study was performed as descriptive research with 134 patients who had liver transplantation at the organ transplantation institute of a training and research hospital ( = 134). The Perceived Stress Scale and the Psychological Well-Being Scale were used for the data collection.

The Effects of the Spiritual Well-Being Levels of Surgical Nurses on Care Satisfaction in Liver Transplant Recipients After Transplantation: The Case of a Turkish Sample.

This study examined the effects of the spiritual well-being levels of surgical nurses on care satisfaction in liver transplant recipients after transplantation. The sample in this cross-sectional study consisted of 69 surgical nurses working in the organ transplant centre of a research and training hospital in Turkey and 79 liver transplant recipients. The data of this study were collected between 1 August 2020 and 30 August 2021.

Investigation of the monocyte/high-density lipoprotein ratio as a prognostic criterion in burn patients.

In this study, it was aimed to investigate the monocyte/high-density lipoprotein ratio as a prognostic criterion in adult burn patients. A descriptive and cross-sectional method was adopted in this study. The sample included 177 patients with burn injuries.

Effect of meditation music and comedy movie interventions on postoperative kinesiophobia and pain in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty.

Background: This study aimed to investigate the effects of music and comedy movie interventions on postoperative pain and kinesiophobia in patients who underwent total knee arthroplasty.

Methods: This randomized-controlled study was carried out with the participation of patients who underwent total knee arthroplasty. The patients were divided into three groups.

The Treatment Perspective of Pediatric Condyle Fractures and Long-Term Outcomes.

Purpose: In our study, the characteristics, treatment approach and long-term outcomes of condyle fractures treated in the pediatric plastic surgery and reconstruction unit in the last 10 years were evaluated.

Materials And Methods: This study consisted of two retrospective and prospective sections with the participation of pediatric patients with condylar fractures who were treated in the Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery clinic of a university hospital in the last 10 years. In the retrospective section, data were obtained from the electronic patient records and patient files regarding the treatment applied, as well as the characteristics of the patient and condyle fractures.

A randomized controlled trial of reflexology effect after abdominal surgery on patient satisfaction, pain and vital signs.

Objective: In our study, we investigated the effect of reflexology on patient satisfaction, pain and vital signs after abdominal surgery.

Method: This study was conducted as a randomized controlled trial with the participation of 156 abdominal surgery patients hospitalized in the general surgery unit of a training and research hospital. Personal Information Form, Visual Analogue Scale and Newcastle Nursing Care Satisfaction Scale were used in data collection.