Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi

This study tested whether adding a white reflective drape around a standard light therapy device could improve treatment for newborn jaundice. Researchers compared 102 newborns receiving light therapy with or without the drape. They measured how quickly bilirubin levels dropped a…

This study tested whether a gel made from a patient's own blood, called injectable platelet-rich fibrin (i-PRF), could help treat gum disease. Twenty adults with moderate-to-severe periodontitis received a deep dental cleaning, followed by i-PRF injections on one side of their mo…

This study tested if a home exercise program for mild teenage scoliosis works better when a physical therapist guides the teen via video calls (telerehabilitation), compared to the teen doing the same exercises alone at home. It involved 29 adolescents with mild spinal curves. Th…

This study tested if adding a special gel made from a patient's own blood could improve healing after a deep cleaning for gum disease. In 23 adults with moderate-to-severe gum disease, one side of the mouth received the standard cleaning plus the gel, while the other side receive…

This study tested if a treatment made from a patient's own blood (injectable platelet-rich fibrin, or i-PRF) helps mouth wounds heal better after wisdom tooth surgery. Researchers compared the healing on two sides of the same patient's mouth: one side got the i-PRF treatment, and…

This study tested whether a new computer analysis of routine brain wave recordings (EEG) can help doctors tell if someone has epilepsy. Researchers compared brain wave patterns from 80 adults—some with epilepsy and some without—looking for tiny, fast brain signals that might indi…

This study tested whether a 12-week exercise program to strengthen small muscles in the foot could help prevent foot ulcers in people with Type 2 Diabetes. Researchers measured how pressure was distributed on the bottom of participants' feet before and after the program. The goal…

This study tested whether a special education program led by nurses could help female university students improve their hygiene habits to prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs). Researchers compared 122 students who received the education to a group that did not. The goal was to…

This study tested whether educating parents about skin cancer risks and skin self-exams would lead to better sun protection for their children. Researchers worked with 300 parents of middle school students in Turkey. Half the parents received a 45-minute educational session, and …

This study tested whether a series of injections that numb a specific nerve in the back of the head can reduce how often and how badly people get chronic migraines or tension headaches. 290 adults with these conditions received either the real nerve-blocking medication or a place…

This study looked at whether adding special breathing muscle exercises to standard asthma rehabilitation provides extra benefits. Researchers enrolled 84 adults with severe asthma to compare two rehab programs—one with and one without the extra training. They measured changes in …

This study tested whether training caregivers to give abdominal massage could help reduce gastrointestinal symptoms in palliative care patients. Over 7 days, 56 patients were split into two groups: one received twice-daily massages from their caregivers, while the other received …

This study tested whether education delivered through a mobile app could help people with a tracheostomy (a breathing tube in the neck). Researchers wanted to see if the app could reduce feelings of depression, help patients adapt socially, and improve their overall recovery. The…

This study tested whether a technique called Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), which involves tapping on specific points on the body, could help students manage anxiety before exams. Researchers compared EFT to simple breathing exercises in 62 Somali students. The goal was to s…

This study aimed to find out if performing an extra procedure to reduce swollen nasal tissues (turbinates) during a combined cosmetic and functional nose surgery (septorhinoplasty) actually helps patients breathe better. 80 adults needing the surgery were randomly assigned to get…

This study tested whether simple, non-drug methods could make the platelet donation process easier for people. Researchers had 102 first-time platelet donors try squeezing a stress ball or listening to instrumental music during their donation, while a third group received standar…

This study looked at two ways to manage chronic hip pain from arthritis. It compared a standard steroid injection into the joint against that same injection plus a special nerve-blocking injection. Researchers reviewed the records of 50 patients to see which combination provided …

This study tested whether practicing Qigong, a gentle mind-body exercise, could help reduce anxiety and depression in people hospitalized for depression. Researchers compared 70 patients who did Qigong exercises to those who did not. The goal was to see if this non-drug approach …

This study tested whether letting mothers listen to their baby's heartbeat during labor could help reduce their anxiety and pain. It involved 80 first-time mothers in active labor. Researchers compared mothers who could hear the monitor sound to those receiving standard care alon…

This study compared two different nerve-blocking procedures for people with chronic tailbone pain that didn't improve with medication. 50 adults were randomly assigned to receive either a fluoroscopy-guided or ultrasound-guided procedure. Researchers measured pain levels and dail…

This study compared two different approaches to help surgeons see better during arthroscopic rotator cuff repair surgery. Eighty adults having this shoulder surgery were randomly assigned to receive either epinephrine mixed into the irrigation fluid or tranexamic acid given throu…

This study tested whether motivational interviews could help new mothers breastfeed more successfully. Researchers worked with 90 first-time mothers in Turkey, giving half of them special counseling sessions. The goal was to see if this support increased the mothers' confidence a…

This study tested whether an 8-week online mindfulness program could help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression in women dealing with infertility. Researchers enrolled 84 women and randomly assigned them to either the mindfulness course or a standard care group. They measured st…

This study looked at whether a person's magnesium depletion score could predict how well their mouth heals after wisdom tooth removal. Researchers enrolled 111 healthy adults who had a surgical tooth extraction. They tracked the healing process and pain levels to see if there was…

This study looked at how two common types of laparoscopic hernia repair surgery might affect pressure inside the eye. Researchers measured eye pressure in 60 adult patients before and after their operations. The goal was to gather information about a potential side effect, as the…

This study aimed to discover which of three specific leg exercises most effectively activates the thigh muscles in young fencers. Researchers measured muscle activity in 30 experienced fencers aged 18-24 as they performed different squat and kneeling exercises. The findings could…

This study aimed to learn more about obesity by measuring a hormone called isthmin. Researchers checked isthmin levels in the blood of 40 adults with severe obesity before and after they had a common weight-loss surgery (laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy). The goal was to see if th…

This study tested whether a one-hour educational program about climate change and pregnancy could affect pregnant women's knowledge, anxiety, and sense of hope. Researchers enrolled 154 pregnant women and randomly assigned half to receive the class. They compared the two groups' …

This study aimed to find out if virtual reality (VR) or low-reality simulation is more effective for training midwifery students in newborn resuscitation. It involved 80 fourth-year midwifery students who were split into two groups to receive different types of simulation trainin…

This study looked at whether people with the chronic skin condition hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) have worse gum health than people without it. Researchers compared 226 adults with HS to healthy volunteers, checking their gums and skin. The goal was to see if the two conditions a…

This study compared two common anesthesia drugs—propofol and sevoflurane—during a lung biopsy procedure called EBUS-TBNA. Researchers monitored 102 patients to see which drug kept blood pressure and heart rate more stable and which one the lung doctors preferred working with. The…

This study tested whether teaching new mothers about sustainable, eco-friendly practices could improve breastfeeding success and strengthen the bond with their babies. Researchers worked with 100 first-time mothers, giving half of them special 'Green Mom' education sessions while…

This study tested whether teaching pregnant women about their environmental impact (carbon footprint) would affect their breastfeeding habits and awareness. Researchers gave 64 women a special 4-session education program and compared them to a group that received standard care. T…

This study aimed to understand if there is a connection between psoriasis, a chronic skin condition, and the health of a person's gums. Researchers compared 226 people with psoriasis to a group without it, checking their oral health and asking about their quality of life. The goa…

This study looked back at medical records to see which of three scoring systems best predicts how long patients with different types of progressive lung scarring might live. Researchers analyzed data from 143 adults with specific lung diseases to compare the accuracy of the GAP, …

This study looked at whether a common shoulder condition in young athletes affects their performance, even when they feel no pain. Researchers compared 52 teenage male volleyball players, some with and some without a specific shoulder rotation limitation. They measured how long p…