Samsun University

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

This study tested whether using a stress ball during and after an elective C-section can lower anxiety and pain and improve breastfeeding. 109 pregnant women participated, squeezing the ball for 15 minutes during surgery. Researchers measured anxiety levels and pain to see if thi…

This study tested whether a specific nerve block, called a rectointercostal fascial plane block, could reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. Fifty-six adults undergoing weight-loss surgery were randomly assigned to receive either t…

This study looked at whether adding a deep gluteal nerve block to a standard hip block can improve pain relief and reduce the need for strong painkillers after hip fracture surgery. 68 adults having hip surgery under spinal anesthesia took part. Researchers measured pain scores a…

This study looked at two common methods to reduce anxiety in children aged 2-12 before an endoscopy: watching short videos or receiving a nasal spray of dexmedetomidine. Researchers measured anxiety levels at different times before the procedure. The goal was to see which approac…

This study tested whether a specific nerve block (external oblique intercostal plane block) could reduce the amount of strong painkillers (opioids) needed during gallbladder removal surgery. 80 adults having planned laparoscopic gallbladder surgery took part. The goal was to see …

This study looked at 404 adults aged 40-59 to see if a diagonal crease on the earlobe (Frank's sign) is more common in smokers. Researchers took ear photos and recorded medical histories. They found that smoking may be linked to this crease, which could be a quick, non-invasive c…

This study looked at 44 adults with sepsis in the intensive care unit to see how giving fluids affects blood flow in tiny vessels and organ function. The researchers measured capillary refill time (how fast skin color returns after pressing) and organ failure scores before and af…

This study looked at how quickly anesthesia residents with less than two years of experience learn to use a video laryngeal mask airway (Video-LMA), a device that helps patients breathe during surgery. Researchers tracked 100 residents to see how many tries it took for their skil…

This study used MRI scans to measure the volume of spinal fluid in 40 adults before they received spinal anesthesia for surgery. Researchers wanted to see if the amount of fluid affected how high and how long the anesthesia worked. The goal is to help doctors tailor anesthesia do…

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 zones from each method to understand which works best for pain control. The goal is to help doctors choose the right …

This study looked at 18 adults with active ankylosing spondylitis (a type of arthritis affecting the spine). Researchers measured their sleep quality and daily physical activity before starting a new medication (anti-TNF) and again 4 months later. The goal was to understand how t…

This completed study looked at how psychological resilience and body image relate to pain in people with rheumatoid arthritis or fibromyalgia, compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers measured these factors using questionnaires in 124 adults. The goal was to better understand …