Samsun University

This study looked at whether a protein called Cadherin-6 in the blood can help predict preeclampsia, a dangerous pregnancy complication involving high blood pressure. Researchers measured Cadherin-6 levels in 150 pregnant women between 15-20 weeks of pregnancy and followed their …

This study looked at two common methods to reduce anxiety in children aged 2-12 before an endoscopy: watching a short video or receiving a calming medication (dexmedetomidine) as nose drops. Researchers measured anxiety levels at different times before the procedure and how much …

This study looked at whether a special nerve block (called a rectointercostal fascial plane block) can help control pain after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, a type of weight-loss surgery. Fifty-six adults with severe obesity took part. The goal was to see if the block reduces …

This study tested whether a specific nerve block (external oblique intercostal plane block) can reduce the amount of strong pain medicine (opioids) needed during gallbladder removal surgery. 80 adults having elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy participated. The goal was to see …

This study looked at 36 people having breast cancer surgery to see how well different numbing techniques cover the surgical area. Researchers mapped the numb skin areas after each technique to understand which works best for pain control. The goal is to help doctors choose the ri…

This study looked at how fast anesthesia residents with less than two years of experience learn to use a video laryngeal mask airway (Video-LMA), a breathing tube with a small camera. One hundred residents were observed as they practiced placing the device. The goal was to find o…

This study looked at 40 adults who had an MRI of their lower spine within the past six months. Researchers measured the amount of spinal fluid in the lower back and then gave them spinal anesthesia for surgery. They wanted to see if the fluid volume affected how high and how long…

This study examined the link between a diagonal earlobe crease (Frank's sign) and smoking in 404 adults aged 40-59. Researchers compared current, former, and non-smokers to see if the crease was more common in smokers, as it may indicate hidden blood vessel damage. The goal is to…

This study looked at how pain, mental toughness, and body image are linked in people with rheumatoid arthritis or fibromyalgia. Researchers compared 124 adults with these conditions to healthy volunteers using questionnaires. The goal was to better understand the emotional and bo…