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Saklamaz A, Akyıldız M, Kasap E, Cengiz H. Gestasyonel diabetes mellitusta osteopontin seviyeleri artmaz. Ege Tıp Dergisi 2017. [DOI: 10.19161/etd.395216] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Context Subacute thyroiditis (SAT) is a transient inflammatory disease that occurs often after an upper respiratory tract infection. Permanent hypothyroidism ratio is reported in 5-26% of the SAT patients. Objective In this study, we tried to compare the treatment options on permanent hypothyroidism in our SAT patients. Design It is a retrospective study. The medical records of SAT patients between 2010 and 2015 were analysed. Subjects and Methods The medical records of 81 patients were analysed for demographic data, laboratory and clinical course, treatment and 1 year outcome. 81 patients were classified in steroid (n=29), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) (n=33) and steroid+NSAID (n=19) groups. Results Male/female ratio was similar and female domination was demonstrated in all groups. In the steroid and NSAID groups the pretreatment thyroid function tests were diagnosed as hyperthyroidism. In the steroid+NSAID group they were not diagnosed as hyperthyroidism in the beginning. In all groups the thyroid function tests were all in normal levels (p>0.05) one year later. In all groups the erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) and C-reactive protein (CRP) levels were increased in the pretreatment period and decreased with the treatment. In total, right lobe involvement of thyroiditis was more detected (40/81 (49%)) (p=0.018). Permanent hypothyroidism observed in steroid, NSAID, and steroid+NSAID groups were 7/29 (24%), 5/33 (15%), 3/19 (16%) respectively (p>0.05). Conclusion In this study, treatment drug option did not affect the permanent hypothyroidism one year after in our SAT patients.
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- A Saklamaz
- Izmir Medicalpark Hospital, Dept. of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Izmir, Turkey
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Kasap E, Genc M, Turan GA, Eskicioğlu FE, Saklamaz A, Sahin N, Güclü SG. The association of impaired gestational glucose tolerance with maternal and fetal outcomes. CLIN EXP OBSTET GYN 2016. [DOI: 10.12891/ceog3141.2016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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Uyar B, Solak A, Saklamaz A, Akyildiz M, Genc B, Gökduman A. Effects of isotretinoin on the thyroid gland and thyroid function tests in acne patients: A preliminary study. Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol 2016; 82:587-8. [PMID: 27212279 DOI: 10.4103/0378-6323.182794] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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BACKGROUND Isotretinoin is widely used in the treatment of acne. AIMS We investigated the effects of isotretinoin on thyroid function tests and thyroid volume in acne patients. METHODS In this prospective study, a total of 104 acne patients were included. Sixty-six patients were treated with isotretinoin for at least 4 months. Thirty eight patients were included in the control group. The levels of thyroid stimulating hormone, free triiodothyronine, free thyroxine, antithyroglobulin and antithyroid peroxidase antibodies were measured and a thyroid ultrasound was performed in all the subjects before treatment and 4 months after treatment. A "p" value of < 0.05 was considered significant. RESULTS In the isotretinoin-treated group, thyroid stimulating hormone levels increased significantly during isotretinoin treatment (P = 0.018). Free triiodothyronine, free thyroxine, anti-thyroid peroxidase levels and thyroid volume decreased significantly during treatment (P = 0.016, P= 0.012, P= 0.006, P = 0.020 respectively). LIMITATIONS The major limitation of this study is the lack of follow-up data after the cessation of isotretinoin therapy in acne patients. CONCLUSION Patients treated with isotretinoin should be monitored with thyroid function tests.
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- Belkiz Uyar
- Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Sifa University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Sifa University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Endocrinology, Faculty of Medicine, Sifa University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Sifa University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Sifa University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Sifa University, Izmir, Turkey
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Saklamaz A, Calan M, Yilmaz O, Kume T, Temur M, Yildiz N, Kasap E, Genc M, Sarer Yurekli B, Unal Kocabas G. Polycystic ovary syndrome is associated with increased osteopontin levels. Eur J Endocrinol 2016; 174:415-23. [PMID: 26701868 DOI: 10.1530/eje-15-1074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2015] [Accepted: 12/23/2015] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Osteopontin (OPN) is a multi-functional secreted glycoprotein that plays a crucial role in glucose metabolism and inflammatory process. Growing evidence suggests that there is a link between OPN and ovarian function. However, no such link has yet been found for OPN in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Our aim was to ascertain whether circulating OPN levels are altered in women with PCOS and to determine whether OPN levels differ between the follicular phase and mid-cycle of the menstrual cycle in eumenorrheic women. DESIGN AND METHODS In total, 150 women with PCOS and 150 age- and BMI-matched controls without PCOS were recruited for this prospective observational study. OPN levels were measured using ELISA. Metabolic parameters were also determined. RESULTS Circulating OPN levels were significantly elevated in PCOS women compared with controls (69.12±31.59 ng/ml vs 42.66±21.28 ng/ml; P<0.001). OPN levels were significantly higher at mid-cycle than in the follicular phase in eumenorrheic women. OPN was positively correlated with BMI, homeostasis model assessment of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR), free testosterone, and high sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP). Multivariate logistic regression analyses revealed that the odds ratio (OR) for PCOS was 3.64 for patients in the highest quartile of OPN compared with those in the lowest quartile (OR=3.64; 95% CI=2.42-5.57; P=0.011). Our findings indicate that BMI, HOMA-IR, hs-CRP, and free testosterone are independent factors influencing serum OPN levels and that OPN is an independent predictor for HOMA-IR. CONCLUSION PCOS is associated with increased OPN levels.
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- Division of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Sifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDivision of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital, 35170 Bozyaka, Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Manisa Merkezefendi State Hospital, 45020 Merkezefendi, Manisa, TurkeyDepartment of Biochemistry and Clinical BiochemistryDokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine, 35340 Inciralti, Izmir, TurkeyDepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologySifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyDivision of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Ege University Medical School, 35100 Bornova, Izmir, Turkey
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- Division of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Sifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDivision of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital, 35170 Bozyaka, Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Manisa Merkezefendi State Hospital, 45020 Merkezefendi, Manisa, TurkeyDepartment of Biochemistry and Clinical BiochemistryDokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine, 35340 Inciralti, Izmir, TurkeyDepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologySifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyDivision of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Ege University Medical School, 35100 Bornova, Izmir, Turkey
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- Division of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Sifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDivision of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital, 35170 Bozyaka, Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Manisa Merkezefendi State Hospital, 45020 Merkezefendi, Manisa, TurkeyDepartment of Biochemistry and Clinical BiochemistryDokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine, 35340 Inciralti, Izmir, TurkeyDepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologySifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyDivision of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Ege University Medical School, 35100 Bornova, Izmir, Turkey
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- Division of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Sifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDivision of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital, 35170 Bozyaka, Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Manisa Merkezefendi State Hospital, 45020 Merkezefendi, Manisa, TurkeyDepartment of Biochemistry and Clinical BiochemistryDokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine, 35340 Inciralti, Izmir, TurkeyDepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologySifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyDivision of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Ege University Medical School, 35100 Bornova, Izmir, Turkey
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- Division of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Sifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDivision of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital, 35170 Bozyaka, Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Manisa Merkezefendi State Hospital, 45020 Merkezefendi, Manisa, TurkeyDepartment of Biochemistry and Clinical BiochemistryDokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine, 35340 Inciralti, Izmir, TurkeyDepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologySifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyDivision of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Ege University Medical School, 35100 Bornova, Izmir, Turkey
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- Division of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Sifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDivision of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital, 35170 Bozyaka, Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Manisa Merkezefendi State Hospital, 45020 Merkezefendi, Manisa, TurkeyDepartment of Biochemistry and Clinical BiochemistryDokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine, 35340 Inciralti, Izmir, TurkeyDepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologySifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyDivision of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Ege University Medical School, 35100 Bornova, Izmir, Turkey
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- Division of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Sifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDivision of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital, 35170 Bozyaka, Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Manisa Merkezefendi State Hospital, 45020 Merkezefendi, Manisa, TurkeyDepartment of Biochemistry and Clinical BiochemistryDokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine, 35340 Inciralti, Izmir, TurkeyDepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologySifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyDivision of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Ege University Medical School, 35100 Bornova, Izmir, Turkey
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- Division of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Sifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDivision of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital, 35170 Bozyaka, Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Manisa Merkezefendi State Hospital, 45020 Merkezefendi, Manisa, TurkeyDepartment of Biochemistry and Clinical BiochemistryDokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine, 35340 Inciralti, Izmir, TurkeyDepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologySifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyDivision of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Ege University Medical School, 35100 Bornova, Izmir, Turkey
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- Division of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Sifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDivision of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital, 35170 Bozyaka, Izmir, TurkeyPCOS Research GroupDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Manisa Merkezefendi State Hospital, 45020 Merkezefendi, Manisa, TurkeyDepartment of Biochemistry and Clinical BiochemistryDokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine, 35340 Inciralti, Izmir, TurkeyDepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologySifa University School of Medicine, 35410 Izmir, TurkeyDivision of Endocrinology and MetabolismDepartment of Internal Medicine, Ege University Medical School, 35100 Bornova, Izmir, Turkey
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Saklamaz A, Uyar B, Yalcin M, Cengiz H. Isotretinoin increased carotid intima-media thickness in acne patients. Hippokratia 2016; 20:14-18. [PMID: 27895437 PMCID: PMC5074391] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Isotretinoin (Iso) in acne treatment may cause dyslipidemia and increase in liver enzymes. Moreover, its effect on lipid and glucose metabolism may induce atherosclerotic complications. The aim of this study was to evaluate carotid intima-media thickness (CIMT), osteopontin (OPN), lipid, high sensitive C-reaktive protein (hs-CRP) levels, and insulin resistance (HOMA-IR) in acne patients before and after Iso treatment. MATERIALS Twenty-one acne patients were treated with Iso (0.5-0.8 mg/kg) for four months. Blood tests for lipid profile, fasting glucose, liver enzymes, OPN, HOMA-IR, hs-CRP and CIMT measurements were performed before and after Iso treatment. Serum levels of OPN and, hs-CRP were measured by ELISA and particle-enhanced turbidimetric immunoassay respectively. RESULTS Iso treatment significantly increased lipid levels, CIMT (0.60-0.74 mm; p ˂0.001); whereas it non-significantly increased HOMA-IR (0.91-1.87; p =0.70), OPN (4.32-5.44 ng/ml; p =0.27), and hs-CRP (0.08-0.09 mg/dl; p =0.88) levels. There was no correlation between OPN and CIMT (p =0.77). CONCLUSION Isotretinoin treatment for four months significantly increased CIMT in acne patients. Hippokratia 2016, 20(1): 14-18.
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Medical Faculty, Sifa University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Dermatology, Medical Faculty, Sifa University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Medical Faculty, Sifa University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Biostatistics, Medical Faculty, Sifa University, Izmir, Turkey
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Kasap E, Genc M, Turan GA, Eskicioglu F, Saklamaz A, Sahin N, Guclu S. The association of impaired gestational glucose tolerance with maternal and fetal outcomes. CLIN EXP OBSTET GYN 2016; 43:755-758. [PMID: 30074333] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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The aim of the present study was to examine the associations of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and impaired glucose tolerance (IGT) with maternal and fetal outcomes.A total of 200 pregnant women were included in this cross-sectional study. A 50-gram oral glucose challenge test (GCT) was performed between 24 and 28 weeks of gestation, followed by glucose tolerance test (OGTT) with 100 grams of oral glucose in those with an abnormal one-hour test result. The following were not significantly different between groups. Preterm labour (PL), pregnancy induced hypertension(PIH), pre-eclampsia, polyhydramnios, and macrosomia. However, a significant increase was noted in the fetal birth weight as well as in number of cesarean deliveries among GDM subjects. Neonatal outcomes were also similar between the two groups. In conclusion, the present results suggest that single high glucose readings in OGTT may be as important as a diagnosis of GDM in terms of fetomaternal complication risk.
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Uyar B, Solak A, Genç B, Akyıldız M, Şahin N, Uyar İS, Saklamaz A. Evaluation of Arterial Stiffness in Patients with Behçet's Disease by Using Noninvasive Radiological Methods such as Intima-Media Thickness of the Carotid, Ankle-Brachial Pressure Index, Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring, and Their Relation to Serum Fetuin-A Levels: A Case-Control Study. Ann Dermatol 2015; 27:702-8. [PMID: 26719639 PMCID: PMC4695422 DOI: 10.5021/ad.2015.27.6.702] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2014] [Revised: 12/26/2014] [Accepted: 03/05/2015] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Background Behçet's disease (BD) is a chronic, recurrent inflammatory systemic vasculitis. Evidence for increased atherosclerosis in BD has been observed. The relation between cardiovascular risk factors and increased atherosclerosis in patients with BD is still controversial. Objective We performed this study to evaluate arterial stiffness in patients with BD by using noninvasive radiological methods such as carotid artery intima-media thickness (CIMT), ankle-brachial pressure index (ABPI), coronary artery calcium score (CACaS), and their relation to serum fetuin-A levels, which was recently found to be important in vascular calcification. Methods This prospective study included 26 patients with BD and 25 control subjects. In all patients, the CIMT, ABPI, CACaS, and serum fetuin-A levels were examined. Results The CIMT and CACaS were statistically higher and the ABPI was statistically lower in BD patients than in the control group. All p-values were <0.001. Positive correlations were found between the CACaS and CIMT, and negative correlations were found between the CACaS and ABPI. Although the values of fetuin-A were higher in BD, the difference was not statistically significant (p=0.064). However, the correlations found between fetuin-A levels and CIMT and between fetuin-A levels and CACaS were significant. Conclusion The CIMT, CACaS, and ABPI are all useful in detecting structural and functional vascular damage in BD.
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- Belkız Uyar
- Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Sifa University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Sifa University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Sifa University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Sifa University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Sifa University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Sifa University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Endocrinology, Faculty of Medicine, Sifa University, Izmir, Turkey
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Saklamaz A, Bekdemir H, Uyar M, Yalçın M, Mammadova H, Karadeniz M. The Effect of Colchicine on Thyroid Eye Disease: A Case Report. tjem 2015. [DOI: 10.4274/tjem.2926] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Genç M, Karaarslan S, Şahin N, Saklamaz A, Uyar B, Güçlü S. Overin dev mikst tip seks kord stromal tümörü. Dicle Med J 2015. [DOI: 10.5798/diclemedj.0921.2015.01.0540] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Uyar B, Akyildiz M, Solak A, Genc B, Saklamaz A. Relationship Between Serum Fetuin-A Levels and Carotid Intima-media Thickness in Turkish Patients with Mild to Moderate Psoriasis. A Case-control Study. Acta Dermatovenerol Croat 2015; 23:171-177. [PMID: 26476900] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Previous studies have associated severe psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis with an increased risk of atherosclerosis. However, the association between patients with mild-to-moderate plaque-type psoriasis and atherosclerosis has yet to be studied in depth. This study investigates a) possible correlations between carotid intima-media thickness (CIMT) and serum fetuin-A levels in patients with mild-to-moderate psoriasis and b) correlations between psoriasis severity index (PASI) and fetuin-A levels. The latter correlation was recently reported to be important for wound healing and vascular calcification. In this prospective study, a total of 70 patients with mild-to-moderate psoriasis and 66 control participants were included. PASI, CIMT, and serum fetuin-A levels were examined in all patients. Although the difference in fetuin-A values was not statistically significant between patients with mild-to-moderate plaque-type psoriasis and control groups (P=0.401), the CIMT levels in the psoriasis group were significantly higher than the control group (P=0.002). There were no correlations among fetuin-A levels, CIMT, and PASI. This study establishes an association between mild to moderate psoriasis and atherosclerosis. This study also concludes that, similarly to patients with severe psoriasis, CIMT levels are a better indicator of cardiovascular risk than serum fetuin-A levels in patients diagnosed with mild-to-moderate plaque-type psoriasis.
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- Belkiz Uyar
- Assist. Professor Belkız Uyar, MD, 35240 172/2 Fevzipaşa Bulvarı Basmane , Izmir, Turkey;
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Laser hair removal is a relatively effective method for thick hair. Despite the risk for induction of fine hair growth, application of laser for fine dark hair is sometimes inevitable. We investigate the effects of 755-nm Alexandrite laser on fine dark facial hair and evaluate the induction rates of fine hair growth and case satisfaction. In the present study, the thickening rate of hairs (33.33%) was found to be higher than the previously published rates. However, reduction of hair density can be obtained when the laser sessions are continued.
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- Belkiz Uyar
- Departments of Dermatology Endocrinology, Izmir Sifa Hospital, Basmane, Izmir, Turkey.
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Yeşil S, Demir T, Akinci B, Pabuccuoglu U, Ilknur T, Saklamaz A. Amelanotic melanoma misdiagnosed as a diabetic foot ulcer. J Diabetes Complications 2007; 21:335-7. [PMID: 17825759 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdiacomp.2006.05.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2006] [Accepted: 05/02/2006] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Amelanotic melanoma often leads to delayed clinical diagnosis because of its wide range of clinical appearances and lack of pigmentation. Misdiagnosis of amelanotic melanoma is also common, particularly when it is located at the foot. We report here a 71-year-old male patient with a 17-year history of type 2 diabetes mellitus who presented with a small ulcer under his fifth metatarsal head, which was previously misdiagnosed as a diabetic foot ulcer. The patient was treated with local wound care and systemic antibiotics without any improvement of the ulcer. Further investigation of the patient in our clinic revealed plantar amelanotic melanoma.
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, School of Medicine, Dokuz Eylul University, Izmir, Turkey.
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Yener S, Saklamaz A, Demir T, Kebapcilar L, Bayraktar F, Canda S, Yesil S. Primary hyperparathyroidism due to atypical parathyroid adenoma presenting with peroneus brevis tendon rupture. J Endocrinol Invest 2007; 30:442-4. [PMID: 17598980 DOI: 10.1007/bf03346325] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Akinci B, Bayraktar F, Saklamaz A, Demir T, Yener S, Comlekci A, Ozcan MA, Kebapcilar L, Yuksel F, Yesil S. Low transforming growth factor-beta1 serum levels in idiopathic male osteoporosis. J Endocrinol Invest 2007; 30:350-5. [PMID: 17598964 DOI: 10.1007/bf03346309] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Although the etiology of osteoporosis is different between men and women, the underlying pathophysiological mechanism is similar, namely an absolute or relative increase in bone resorption, leading to progressive bone loss. Transforming growth factor (TGF)-beta1 is a growth factor in human bone, which is produced by osteoblasts, and which has various effects on osteoclasts and osteoblasts. The aim of our study was to determine serum TGF-beta1 levels in male patients with idiopathic osteoporosis. METHODS Twenty five males with idiopathic osteoporosis and 25 age-matched controls were studied. Osteoporosis was defined by a T score of <-2.5 in the lumbar spine or at the femoral neck. We measured levels of TGF-beta1, estradiol, total and bioactive testosterone. Various markers of bone remodeling were also measured. RESULTS TGF-beta1 was significantly lower in osteoporotic patients than in controls (3.706 ng/dl, 25-75 percentiles: 2.81-5.33 vs 8.659 ng/dl, 25-75 percentiles: 4.837-11.835; p=0.000). Moreover, TGF-beta1 levels were positively correlated with bone mineral density (BMD) at the femoral neck (r=0.439, p=0.028), and at the lumbar spine (r=0.41, p=0.042). No correlation was found between serum estradiol, testosterone and TGF-beta1 levels. DISCUSSION Serum TGF-beta1 levels are depressed in osteoporotic men and are positively correlated with hip and spine BMD. The results of our study suggest that TGF-beta1 may play a role in the pathogenesis of idiopathic male osteoporosis.
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Dokuz Eylul University Medical School, 35340 Inciralti, Izmir, Turkey.
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Bayraktar F, Kebapcilar L, Kocdor MA, Asa SL, Yesil S, Canda S, Demir T, Saklamaz A, Seçil M, Akinci B, Yener S, Comlekci A. Cushing's syndrome due to ectopic CRH secretion by adrenal pheochromocytoma accompanied by renal infarction. Exp Clin Endocrinol Diabetes 2006; 114:444-7. [PMID: 17039427 DOI: 10.1055/s-2006-924154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Ectopic production of corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) by a pheochromocytoma is an infrequent cause of Cushing's syndrome. We report the case of a 43-year-old man with Cushing's syndrome due to a CRH-producing adrenal pheochromocytoma. The patient had clinical and biochemical evidence of hypercortisolism in conjunction with high ACTH levels and non-suppressible serum cortisol levels on low-dose and high-dose dexamethasone suppression testing. In addition to these clinical features of one month's duration, the patient developed symptoms of pheochromocytoma including headache, hypertension that was resistant to conventional therapy and excessive sweating. Biochemical testing confirmed elevated 24-hour urinary catecholamines and metabolites. Abdominal CT revealed a 4.5 x 4 x 3.5 cm mass in the left adrenal gland. He underwent elective left adrenalectomy. Light microscopic and immunochemical studies revealed a pheochromocytoma that contained immunoreactive CRH and was negative for ACTH. Plasma ACTH and dexamethasone supression tests normalized after surgery. This is an unusual case of a CRH-secreting pheochromocytoma. This was complicated by renal infarction, illustrating further the complexity of Cushing's syndrome in a patient with pheochromocytoma caused by CRH hypersecretion.
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- F Bayraktar
- DEU (Dokuz Eylul University), Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Izmir, Turkey
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Kebapcilar L, Yeşil S, Bayraktar F, Saklamaz A, Demir T, Güngör O, Alacacioglu I, Cömlekçi A. Recovery from pancytopaenia and liver dysfunction after administration of propylthiouracil for Graves' disease. N Z Med J 2005; 118:U1615. [PMID: 16132076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/04/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- Levent Kebapcilar
- Medical School Division of Endocrinology, Dokuz Eylul University, Inciralti, Izmir, Turkey.
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Saklamaz A, Comlekci A, Temiz A, Caliskan S, Ceylan C, Alacacioglu A, Yesil S. The beneficial effects of lipid-lowering drugs beyond lipid-lowering effects: a comparative study with pravastatin, atorvastatin, and fenofibrate in patients with type IIa and type IIb hyperlipidemia. Metabolism 2005; 54:677-81. [PMID: 15877299 DOI: 10.1016/j.metabol.2004.12.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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Hyperlipidemia is an important risk factor for atherosclerosis. Hemorheological factors contribute to morbidity and mortality in patients with dyslipidemia. We evaluated the effects of 3 antihyperlipidemic drugs (pravastatin, atorvastatin, and fenofibrate), which have different mechanisms of action and different patterns of action on lipid profiles, on erythrocyte deformability and fibrinogen levels in patients with type IIa and type IIb hyperlipidemia. Twenty-one patients ( 4 men and 17 women) with type IIa and IIb hyperlipidemia were randomized to 3 drugs (pravastatin 20 mg/d, atorvastatin 10 mg/d, fenofibrate 250 mg/d) for 8 weeks. Plasma glucose, total cholesterol, triglyceride, high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) analysis were performed on a BM-Hitachi 747-200 autoanalyzer (Hitachi-Roche, Tokyo, Japan). Fibrinogen analysis was performed according to Clauss method. Erythrocyte deformability was assessed with cell transit analysis device. There was no significant difference in body mass index, lipid profile, fibrinogen level, and erythrocyte deformability index values among the groups before treatment ( P > .05). In all groups, there were statistically significant reductions in total LDL-C levels ( P < .05). The triglyceride levels were significantly reduced in the atorvastatin and fenofibrate groups ( P < .05), but not in the pravastatin group ( P > .05). There was no significant change in HDL-C levels during the treatment with statins ( P > .05), but there was a significant increase in the fenofibrate group ( P < .05). Mean erythrocyte deformability index was improved in all the groups ( P < .05). There was no significant change in fibrinogen levels during the treatment of pravastatin and atorvastatin ( P > .05), but in fenofibrate group, fibrinogen levels were significantly decreased ( P < .05). The 3 groups of antihyperlipidemic drugs have beneficial effects on the erythrocyte deformability index. Only fenofibrate has significant beneficial effects on the fibrinogen levels.
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- Ali Saklamaz
- Division of Endocrinology, Dokuz Eylul University Medical School, Inciralti, Izmir 35340, Turkey
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