There are about 15072 clinical studies being (or have been) conducted in Turkey. The country of the clinical trial is determined by the location of where the clinical research is being studied. Most studies are often held in multiple locations & countries.
Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is a heterogeneous group of diseases consisting of variable amounts of inflammation and fibrosis and a wide variety of acute and chronic pulmonary disorders affecting both the interstitium and lung parenchyma. The use of gamification elements in order to encourage changes in health behaviors such as physical activity appears as an entertaining option by increasing extrinsic motivation in sedentary individuals or in diseases where physical activity is targeted. The aim of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of Nintendo Wii applied in addition to aerobic exercise in patients with ILD on exercise capacity and peripheral muscle strength, symptoms, activity and participation with objective methods, based on evidence.
International, multi-centre, pluri-cultural, stepped wedge cluster controlled trial, to demonstrate superiority of site tailored 'Family integrated care model'(FICare), that promotes the active participation of the parents as primary caregivers of their infants in neonatal intensive care units (NICU), versus standard NICU care delivery with regards to short-term health outcomes in high-risk newborns with prolonged hospital stay.
The goal of this clinical trial is to investigate the effectiveness of upper extremity training, which is expected for 5 seconds on the target during reaching forward, and to compare the effectiveness of neurorehabilitation interventions including reactive upper extremity trainings to be applied with different speeds and methods on body control, balance, gait, fall risk, spasticity, upper extremity fine dexterity, respiratory, and cognitive function in the individuals with stroke. The main questions it aims to answer is: • Is there a difference in the effects of neurorehabilitation interventions that include reactive upper extremity trainings applied at different speeds and methods on trunk control, balance, gait, fall risk, upper extremity spasticity, upper extremity fine dexterity, respiratory function and cognitive function? All participants will participate in the Bobath Approach-based neurorehabilitation program. This program will include scapula mobilization, trunk elongation training in sitting, and training lumbar stabilizers with bridge activity. - In addition to the neurorehabilitation program, the 1st and 2nd groups will be given a reaching exercise with LED light reactive training material (Fitpodz Light Trainer®). The LED light sensors, whose duration is set, will light up in green and red colors at random intervals. - Patients in the 1st group will be asked to reach forward and touch the sensor when the red light sensor is on, and pull back as soon as the sensor goes out. - The patients in the 2nd group will be asked to reach forward and touch the sensor when the green light sensor is lit, and to hold their hand on the sensor for 5 seconds and then withdraw it. With this method, it is aimed to create co-contraction in patients in Group 2. - In addition to the neurorehabilitation program, patients in the 3rd group (control group) will have functional stretches to the anterior, right and left while standing. Researchers will compare three groups to see if there a difference in the effects of neurorehabilitation interventions that include reactive upper extremity trainings applied at different speeds and methods.
- Rationale and background: Surgical patients' transfusions have changed from replacing surgically lost blood with allogenic blood transfusions to implementing strategies that reduce transfusion requirements. Patient Blood Management (PBM) is designed to maintain hemoglobin concentration, optimize hemostasis, and minimize blood loss to improve patient outcomes. There is mounting evidence that multimodal PBM programs can improve postoperative outcomes and reduce perioperative blood transfusions and costs. The TULIP study in Turkey showed higher uses of blood transfusions in major surgical patients, including coronary artery surgeries in Turkey. The current studies also support the preoperative use of intravenous iron and/or vitamin B12/folic acid in major surgical patients. So, we aim to evaluate the efficacy of implantation of PBM in CABG surgeries in Turkey. - Research question and objectives: Is it possible to decrease the amount of perioperative blood and blood products transfusions by implementing PBM in patients who underwent CABG surgeries? The primary objective of the study is to demonstrate the reduction in perioperative RBC units transfused, when PBM is implemented in cardiac surgery in Turkey. The secondary objectives are to evaluate the concurrent reduction of FFP, platelet and total blood products used as compared to a control group, length of hospital and ICU stay following the surgery. - Study design: A prospective, multicenter, non-interventional study with a historical/retrospective control group. - Population: Patients who are operated on for coronary artery bypass grafting. - Variables: Demographic (age, sex), clinical (body mass index, comorbidities, ASA score, P-POSSUM score, Charlson Comorbidity Index), operative (type and duration of operations), laboratory (hemoglobin, platelet count, coagulation profile), laboratory for anemia (transferrin saturation, ferritin, creatinine clearance), preoperative treatment, transfusion data, and outcome (morbidity, mortality, lengths of hospital stay). - Exposures: Preoperative IV iron treatment of anemia. - Data sources: Medical data of the patients are obtained after entering a prespecified database (e-CRF) for the study subjects. For the control group, the medical data of the patients will be obtained retrospectively from the database of the TULIP study. - Study size: Study group: A total of 368 patients from five different centers across Turkey. Control group: at least 368 patients from the same centers attending the TULIP study. Finally, 736 patients will be included for the study.
The ultrasound-guided selective blockade of the saphenous nerve in the adductor canal provides effective analgesia and reduces postoperative pain in patients undergoing arthroscopic medial meniscectomy. Selective blockade of the saphenous nerve in the adductor canal provides effective analgesia without quadriceps muscle weakness. It has been shown that the adductor canal block (ACB) block increases the spread of local anesthetics in a distal and proximal way. Therefore, the proximal spread of local anesthetics may cause possible quadriceps weakness. The distal spread of local anesthetics may increase analgesic effect via sciatic nerve. The different volumes for ACB is a topic of discussion. The aim of this study is to compare the different volumes of US-guided ACB performing for postoperative analgesia management after total knee arthroplasty surgery.
Idiopathic scoliosis is a three-dimensional deformity of the spine that accounts for approximately 70% of all scoliosis anomalies, and adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is the most common type. AIS not only changes the shape of the trunk, but also the relationships between body parts. Considering the close anatomical relationship between the scapula and the rib cage, AIS is associated with changes in scapular position and orientation. Scapular stabilization exercises; these are exercises that aim to restore the position and orientation of the scapula and the motor control and movement pattern of the muscles, thus providing scapula stability for better shoulder kinematics. There are studies reporting that scapular stabilization exercises should be included in the rehabilitation program of patients with scapular dyskinesia and various shoulder pathologies. However, no study has been found in the literature examining the effects of scapular stabilization exercises on changes in scapular position, shoulder imbalance and curve severity seen in scoliosis. Therefore, the aim of the study is to investigate the effect of scapular stabilization exercises applied in addition to Schroth exercises used in the treatment of individuals with AIS, on scoliosis severity, scapula position and shoulder imbalance.
"The goal of this clinical trial is to investigate the levels of microRNA-1 (miRNA-1) and microRNA-133a (miRNA-133a) after acute neuromuscular exercise (NME) in human saliva. The main questions it aims to answer are: - How do miRNA-1 and miRNA-133a levels change in response to acute neuromuscular exercise in human saliva? - Will the chosen training method have an acute effect in ultimate frisbee athletes? Participants will: - Undergo acute neuromuscular exercise (NME). - Provide saliva samples for miRNA analysis. Researchers will compare: MiRNA-1 and miRNA-133a levels before and after acute neuromuscular exercise (NME) to determine if exercise induces any significant changes in these microRNA levels."
It has been suggested that Epicardial Adipose Tissue (EAT) may be an adjunctive marker to classical risk factors for the presence and severity of coronary artery disease. EAT thickness is also associated with MetS and hypertension, high levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and insulin resistance.Studies have shown that moderate-intensity and high-intensity aerobic exercise and resistance exercise training reduce EAT. However, aerobic and resistance exercises may be found challenging and demanding by individuals and in most cases, high or moderate intensity exercise may be considered difficult. In a study conducted in physically inactive individuals, it was concluded that there was a significant increase in heart rate and BP following spinal stabilisation exercises performed 4 days a week for a total of 8 sessions for 2 weeks, but the increase in these cardiac parameters would tend to decrease following regular exercise. In the current literature, there is no study evaluating the effect of spinal stabilisation exercise on EAT thickness, exercise capacity and cardiovascular parameters in individuals with HT. Barriers to access to healthcare services such as distance, time and cost can be overcome with technology. COVID-19 has accelerated the transition of many physiotherapy services to telerehabilitation. Evidence has shown that telerehabilitation is an effective delivery model for providing face-to-face physiotherapy services with equal or even superior outcomes, especially in musculoskeletal treatment. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of spinal stabilisation exercise with telerehabilitation on EAT and exercise capacity in individuals with HT.
An epithelialized gingival graft will be harvested from the palate for the treatment of various mucogingival deformities. The donor site will be treated with either a combination of a collagen sponge and cyanoacrylate or a collagen sponge, cyanoacrylate, and suspending sutures. Intraoperatively, measurements will be taken for palatal tissue thickness, graft dimensions, working time, and primary bleeding time. Data regarding pain perception will be gauged using a visual analog scale, and the number of analgesics, secondary bleeding, epithelization level, and color match will be assessed prospectively. These outcomes will be evaluated on the first 7 days and subsequently on the 14th, 21st, and 28th days. Patient-reported outcomes will be recorded using the Oral Health Impact Profile-14 questionnaire.
Breast cancer is the most common malignancy in women worldwide. Even minor breast surgery can cause significant postoperative pain (PP). PP can turn into chronic pain in 25-40% of cases. Inadequate PP control is associated with increased morbidity, delayed wound healing, prolonged hospital stay, increased opioid use and side effects, and high cost of care. Opioid use remains the mainstay of postoperative analgesia. Opioids, especially morphine, inhibit both cellular and humoral immune functions. This effect may be responsible for the high rates of local recurrence and/or metastasis after surgery. Additionally, studies have shown that perioperative opioid use is associated with social abuse. This demonstrates the importance of reducing perioperative opioid use. Currently, multimodal analgesia based on nerve block is being widely investigated and has shown encouraging clinical results. Numerous regional analgesic techniques have been investigated in breast cancer surgery, including intercostal nerve block, thoracic epidural anesthesia, and paravertebral block. Compared with general anesthesia alone, it reduces the postoperative pain score even after a single-shot injection for up to 72 hours, reduces opioid consumption, improves the quality of patient recovery, and suppresses the development or reduces the severity of chronic pain. Serratus anterior plane block (SAPB) is reported to be effective in perioperative pain management of breast cancer surgeries. The important problem of SAPB block is that it is insufficient to block the anterior cutaneous branches of the intercostal nerves. Therefore, intravenous analgesia is required. Thoracic transversus muscle plane block (TTPB) is a recently described fascial plane block used to anesthetize the anterior cutaneous branches of the intercostal nerves from T2-T6. Its effectiveness has been demonstrated for breast surgery and median sternotomy. In our study, we will provide postoperative analgesia in patients undergoing breast surgery by applying the serratus anterior block in combination with the transversus thoracis plane block. Since we avoid complicated analgesia methods such as paravertebral block, the risk of complications will be reduced. In this study, we aimed to compare the effectiveness of the combination of SAPB and TTPB with SAPB performed alone in breast cancer surgery.