Yuzuncu Yil University

This study tested whether adding vaginal estradiol or oral guaifenesin (a common cough medicine ingredient) to a standard fertility drug could improve a woman's chances of getting pregnant. The fertility drug, clomiphene citrate, helps with ovulation but can sometimes make the wo…

This study tested if a simple relaxation method called the 'palming technique' could help reduce anxiety and prevent heart rate and blood pressure spikes in patients about to have thyroid surgery. Researchers compared 80 patients who either used the technique or received no speci…

This study compared three different nerve block techniques to see which works best for reducing pain after laparoscopic gallbladder surgery. Researchers tested these blocks on 60 generally healthy adults undergoing this common procedure. They measured pain levels, medication need…

This study tested if a newer antiseptic mouthwash (hypochlorous acid) works as well as the standard one (chlorhexidine) to help people recover after having their wisdom teeth removed. Forty-two healthy adults had both wisdom teeth removed and used a different mouthwash on each si…

This study tested whether a specific nursing care approach, based on a theory of comfort, could improve how comfortable patients feel and reduce their pain after open heart valve surgery. Researchers compared this special nursing care to standard care in 56 adult patients. They m…

This study tested whether weekly baby spa sessions (gentle water therapy) and infant massage could help reduce the symptoms of colic, like excessive crying and fussiness. It involved 72 babies, aged about 1 to 4 months, who were diagnosed with colic. Nurses provided the treatment…

This study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) goggles could help patients feel less stressed and experience less pain during a fine needle biopsy of the thyroid gland. It involved 52 adults with hyperthyroidism who were undergoing this diagnostic procedure. Researchers mea…

This study tested whether providing structured education to relatives of chemotherapy patients could improve the family's overall health, nutrition habits, and psychological well-being. Researchers gave training on self-care, nutrition, and stress management to one group of careg…

This study tested whether a 6-week program of hands-on therapy and structured exercises could help adults with hemophilia. Researchers wanted to see if it improved their balance, walking ability, joint health, and pain during activity. Thirty-five participants were split into two…

This study tested whether specific nerve blocks in the chest could improve recovery after heart bypass surgery. Researchers compared two types of nerve blocks against standard pain medication in 243 patients. They measured how long patients needed breathing support, their pain le…

This study tested two methods to help patients heal faster and feel less pain after gum graft surgery. Researchers compared a medical-grade glue (cyanoacrylate) to a patient's own concentrated growth factors (CGF) applied to the roof-of-the-mouth donor site. The goal was to see w…

This study looked at whether giving a very low dose of a common anesthesia drug (propofol) right before removing a patient's breathing tube could lead to a calmer, more comfortable wake-up after nose surgery. It compared this approach to standard care in 80 adults. The main goal …

This study aimed to understand the personal experiences and viewpoints of people on dialysis. Researchers asked 26 adult patients to rank statements about their treatment from 'strongly disagree' to 'strongly agree'. The goal was to systematically learn about their perspectives, …

This study aimed to understand the personal experiences and burdens of people who care for loved ones on home-based peritoneal dialysis. Researchers listened to the views of 9 caregivers to learn about the challenges they face. The goal was to gather insights to potentially impro…

This study aimed to understand if adding a spinal block to general anesthesia changes how much muscle relaxant medicine a patient needs during surgery. Researchers compared two groups of 60 adults having stomach surgery. They measured the total amount of muscle relaxant used to s…