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.
This research was conducted to determine the effect of acupressure applied to patients after bariatric surgery on gastrointestinal distress, pain and anxiety. The data of the study was collected at Aktif Private Kocaeli Hospital General Surgery Clinic between January 2022 and February 2023. The study was conducted with 90 (30 control, 30 intervention and 30 placebo) patients who underwent bariatric surgery. As a result of the research, application to ST25 and CV12 acupressure areas after bariatric surgery increased gas and stool output. It reduced abdominal distension. This enabled patients to start oral intake early. Application to the SP6 area reduced abdominal pain. Acupressure applied to the LI4 area was not effective in reducing nausea and vomiting. Massage to the HT7 acupressure area alone was not sufficient to relieve anxiety.
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic complex neurodegenerative disease that targets the central nervous system and is autoimmune. The prevalence of fatigue in individuals diagnosed with MS varies between 50% and 81%. It is one of the most common, disabling and complex symptoms of MS. Another common symptom in MS patients is sleep problems. Sleep problems are seen in approximately 70% of MS patients. Non-pharmacological interventions have been used in recent years for the management of fatigue and sleep problems in MS. The effects of Progressive relaxation exercises (PGE), one of the non-pharmacological methods, on sleep and fatigue symptoms in MS patients have been reported. It has been reported that the implementation of progressive relaxation exercises in MS is a supportive intervention for sleep quality and fatigue and is recommended for future research. Another initiative that is planned to be used within the scope of this research proposal is listening to music. Although rhythm and music have recently become a topic of interest in the field of neurological rehabilitation, their value in practice has not yet been fully discovered. Suggestions are given to objectively define sleep disorders in MS and to focus on this symptom of MS. It has been determined that music shows promise in improving sleep, but more research is needed on improved techniques for sleep measurement. The main purpose of this research is to reveal the effects of listening to music and progressive relaxation exercise on fatigue and sleep in Multiple Sclerosis. The research was planned as a randomized controlled experimental study in a three-measure design with three groups (music listening, progressive relaxation exercise, and control group). The sample of the project consists of 30 individuals with MS diagnosis and meeting the inclusion criteria. In data collection, it is planned to use of the Introductory Information Form, which includes the sociodemographic characteristics of the patients, the characteristics of the disease and sleep habits, the Fatigue Severity Scale, the Fatigue Impact Scale and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index and wearable technology. Data were analysed with Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) V23 and R software. In addition to descriptive analyses, In addition to descriptive analyses, multiple comparisons by group and time were performed using generalised linear model analyses.
tDCS can be offered as an alternative to migraine patients who have frequent and severe attacks and who are resistant to or unresponsive to preventive drug therapy. Additionally, this technique may also be an option for patients who refuse or have contraindications to taking anti-migraine medications. A decrease in headache severity and frequency is expected with this neuromodulation applied to migraine patients with frequent attacks. Based on this hypothesis; This tested whether simultaneous modulation of motor (M1, left) and visual cortex (O1 or O2, ipsilateral) with tDCS applied for 3 consecutive days is an effective treatment for migraine patients for the following specific purposes . No significant undesirable effects are expected, except for possible side effects that are simple and do not require medical intervention, such as tingling or itching in the area where the electrodes are attached, moderate fatigue, mild headache, nausea at a rate of less than 3%, and insomnia at a rate of less than 1%. . The research will be conducted within the framework of ethical principles and in accordance with the good clinical practice protocol. A) The primary purpose of this study is to determine whether transcranial direct current stimulation applied simultaneously to the motor and visual cortex in migraine patients provides a significant reduction in pain due to migraine attacks compared to sham tDCS. Additionally, to evaluate the effects of this treatment, They will be measured changes in the number of migraine attacks, abortive medication intake (e.g., opioids, triptans), as well as overall improvement in cognitive status and quality of life. In addition, electrophysiological EEG evaluations, before and after treatment, and the results of these measurements, as a potential biomarker in migraine, will be compared in the active and sham groups. B) It is aimed to determine whether the clinical effects of tDCS are long-lasting. Therefore, It will compared whether there is a difference in improvement of migraine-related pain between active and sham tDCS at pre-treatment (baseline) assessments as well as at 1, 2, and 3 months after treatment. C) Finally, it will be examined whether tDCS treatment applied for 3 consecutive days in migraine patients is safe. Safety will be evaluated through neuropsychological testing and adverse event reporting.
Title: Airway Approaches of Anesthesiology and Reanimation Physicians in Cervical Neck Trauma Patients in Turkey: A Survey Study This study aims to evaluate the knowledge, awareness levels, and equipment adequacy of anesthesiology and reanimation physicians in Turkey regarding airway management in cervical neck trauma patients through a 32-question online survey. The findings will inform targeted improvements in training and resource allocation to enhance clinical outcomes in this patient population.
This research aims to evaluate the impact of hippotherapy on life satisfaction, health literacy, and health culture among young adults who have undergone cancer treatment. The study underscores the importance of providing support to patients post-cancer treatment. While the literature extensively supports the use of animal-assisted interventions in nursing care plans and practices, there is a notable absence of studies examining the holistic effects of hippotherapy on cancer survivors, both nationally and globally. Given that nurses play a pivotal role in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation stages of all diseases, and strive to enhance patient quality of life through comprehensive care, the findings of this project are expected to not only bolster the visibility and professional efficacy of nurses but also inspire similar future research. The research tools employed will determine how complementary supportive practices influence the life satisfaction, health literacy, and health culture of young adults during critical life-shaping periods. These results could provide significant evidence of the nurse's role in patient education, support, and overall care improvement.
comparison of Anesthesia by Target-Controlled Infusion and Inhalation Methods on Pediatric Patients Undergoing Inguinal Hernia Repair: Effects on Patient Outcomes
Objectives: Haptotherapy fosters a sense of unity between the body, mind, and emotions. In addition, it contributes to expanding the woman's perception of her pregnancy and developing a more positive attitude towards pregnancy and childbirth. The study aims to examine the Turkish validity and reliability of the Haptotherapeutic Well-Being Scale, which will be used to evaluate the well-being levels of haptonomy and haptotherapy practices in women. Design: The study was methodological type. Methods: The study conducted between October 20 and December 20, 2023, with 242 women who volunteered to participate by sharing forum pages on social media (Facebook, Instagram) via the web. Data were collected using a personal information form, including sociodemographic and obstetric characteristics and the Haptotherapeutic Well-Being Scale.
This study will conduct a two-arm, single-blind, randomized controlled trial among Syrian refugee women living in Turkey who experience psychological distress. In the study, participants will be randomly assigned to either the SH+ intervention (n = 105) combined with a session on Post-Migration Living Difficulties (PMLD) or Treatment as Usual (TAU) (n = 105). SH+ is a five-session guided self-help intervention focusing on stress management based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). In addition, a session discussing post-migration difficulties and possible problem-management techniques will be integrated after the SH+ intervention. This study aims to fill an important gap in refugee health and well-being research by focusing on the integrated expansion and implementation of an intervention program to address the psychosocial challenges faced by refugee Syrian women. The results will assess the effectiveness of the intervention on psychological distress, focusing on its potential positive effects on psychological distress, stress management, and adaptation processes. Furthermore, the impact of the intervention on the use of association services and psychological flexibility will be examined.
Dental pain and anxiety are quite common in pediatric patients. However, due to children's inability to express their fears and lack of knowledge about the procedures to be performed, these symptoms have often been misunderstood and inadequately treated in pediatric settings. Children have consistently experienced high rates of emergence anxiety during the recovery process after general anesthesia. Emergence anxiety can be harmful to the patient, leading to bleeding at the surgical site, displacement of intravenous catheters, parental anxiety, additional care needs, and delays in hospital discharge. Inhalation anesthetics are preferred for pediatric surgeries because they promote faster recovery. However, inhalation anesthetics often lead to a high rate of emergence anxiety, ranging from 25% to 80% depending on the scoring scale used, the child's age, and the type of surgery performed. Additional sedative or analgesic drugs, such as midazolam, dexmedetomidine, or propofol, have been used to prevent emergence anxiety. Dexmedetomidine is a selective α2-agonist with sedative and analgesic effects, but it can cause mild respiratory depression. Numerous studies have shown that intranasal dexmedetomidine is more effective than other adjunctive drugs. It has been found to be beneficial in reducing emergence anxiety during pediatric anesthesia with minimal blood pressure or respiratory depression. However, although intranasal dexmedetomidine initially has relatively rapid absorption, the absorption process may take longer compared to intravenous administration, implying that the child's hemodynamic status is more stable and a longer effective absorption time may have a clinical advantage in preventing emergence anxiety. The aim of this study is to compare and investigate the effectiveness of nasal dexmedetomidine and intravenous propofol applications used to reduce agitation in pediatric cases following extubation in clinical practice.
Although distraction methods such as virtual reality glasses, watching videos, watching cartoons, etc. have been reported to reduce pain in the literature, studies on which method is more effective in reducing pain are limited. Considering the developmental period characteristics, virtual reality glasses and stress ball squeezing may be effective in the 6-12 age group during painful intervention. However, no study has been found in the literature on which technique is more effective (9-23). Therefore, investigating the effects of virtual reality goggles and stress ball squeezing on pain and fear in children aged 6-12 years as a distraction method during intravenous catheterization may enable nurses to determine the technique with high clinical usefulness in pain management.