Duzce University

This study tested a new computer program (AI) designed to analyze images from a patient's throat taken before surgery. The goal was to see if the AI could accurately predict when placing a breathing tube would be difficult for the anesthesiologist. Researchers enrolled 132 adults…

This study aimed to find out which size of biopsy needle works better for collecting liver tissue samples during a common diagnostic procedure. Researchers compared a thinner 22-gauge needle to a thicker 19-gauge needle in 82 patients with unexplained liver problems. The main goa…

This study tested if adding a simple injection of epinephrine (adrenaline) around the bile duct opening, on top of the standard preventive medication, is better at preventing pancreatitis (a painful pancreas inflammation) after an ERCP procedure. Over 500 patients undergoing this…

This study looked back at patient records to see if adding physical therapy to standard pain medication helped people with sudden, severe back pain in the emergency room. Researchers compared 150 patients who got only medication to those who also got hands-on therapy and exercise…

This study tested whether acupressure, a gentle pressure therapy, could improve sleep for elderly people living in care centers. Researchers worked with 75 residents, giving half of them 12 sessions of acupressure over four weeks. They found that the group receiving acupressure r…

This study aimed to understand if the type of anesthesia used during a cesarean section affects certain stress markers in a mother's breast milk. Researchers compared two common methods—general anesthesia and regional anesthesia (like an epidural)—by collecting small milk samples…

This study tested a new teaching method for nursing students. Researchers wanted to see if mixing hands-on practice with fake patients (simulation) and real hospital work improved students' skills. They also tried to figure out the best time to use the simulation training during …

This study looked at how ACL knee injuries affect athletes' brain activity, reaction speed, and mental readiness to return to sports. Researchers tested 60 male athletes using brain scans, reaction time tests, and questionnaires. They found that athletes who had repeat ACL surger…

This study observed 50 patients undergoing laparoscopic abdominal surgery to understand how the procedure affects brain pressure, oxygen levels, and thinking skills. Researchers used eye ultrasound and forehead sensors to monitor brain changes during surgery, then tested memory a…