The Crimean Khanate under the reign of Gazi Giray II

Ankara : Institute for Graduate Studies in Economics and Social Sciences of Bilkent University, 2000.Thesis (Master's) -- Bilkent University, 2000.Includes bibliographical references.Türk, AhmetM.S

Accelerated Corrosion Behaviors of Zn, Al AND Zn/15Al Coatings on a Steel Surface

Zn, Al and Zn/15Al coatings can be produced in optimum conditions by the twin wire arc (TWEA) spraying technique. The coatings are used for corrosion protection in a variety of industrial applications. In this study, the accelerated corrosion behavior of Zn, Al and Zn/15Al coatings on a steel surface during the salt-spray testing period was investigated. The surfaces of steel coupons were coated with Zn, Al and Zn/15Al using the TWEA spray-deposition system. The corrosion test was performed in a chloride atmosphere in a salt-spray test for over 2000 h. The corrosion of samples is assessed as the ratio of the corroded area of the specimens. The salt-spray test results showed that Al and Zn/15Al coatings have a better corrosion resistance than Zn coatings

Concomitant occurrence of hepatopulmonary hydatid cysts in Turkey

Background: We aimed to report the demographic characteristics with diagnosis and treatment methods in patients with concomitant hepatopulmonary hydatid cysts. Methods: Over a ten-year period (from 2002–2020) in Konya, Turkey, surgery was performed on 52 patients with hepatopulmonary hydatid cyst. Main outcome measure(s) were 52 hydatid cysts patients, which had cysts both in the liver and lungs, were investigated regarding their age, gender, cyst localization, suppuration, symptoms, and treatment methods. Results: Seventeen of the patients were males. Their mean age was 39.7±18.8 years. The most common occupation was housewifery. The most common symp tom was coughing and none of the patients with concomitant hepatopulmonary hydatid cysts was asymptomatic. The pulmonary hydatid cysts were mostly en countered in the right lung and the majority of the hepatic hydatid cysts were ob served in the right lobe. The mean hospitalization time of the operated patients was 17.12±6.7 days. Conclusion: In patients with hydatid cysts localized concomitantly in the right lung and subdiaphragmatic area, right thoracotomy for the pulmonary cyst and a transdiaphragmatic approach for the hepatic cyst is a safe, effective, and comforta ble method

Giant size abdominal aortic aneurysm repair using open proximal anastomosis under hypothermic circulatory arrest: A report of two cases

Hypothermic total circulatory arrest and open proximal anastomosis techniques are not commonly used in abdominal or juxtarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm repair. Proximal aortic clamping is usually adequate for surgical repair of abdominal aortic pathologies. We present two cases of giant-sized abdominal aortic aneurysms, one was juxtarenal and one was a Crawford type IV thoracoabdominal aneurysm, that were repaired by using open proximal anastomosis under hypothermic total circulatory arrest and a transabdominal approach. This technique may be useful for both thoracoabdominal and large abdominal aortic aneurysms because it offers the opportunity to not clamp the aorta and operate in bloodless surgical field

Protective Effects of Rosuvastatin on Kidney in Experimental Hypertension Rats Models

Purpose: Hypertension is responsible for approximately 30% of patients who reach end-stage renal disease. Statin is known to reduce the risk of developing kidney disease. In this study, the changes in caspase-3 and fibrillin1 in the kidney tissue of rats with hypertension using L-NAME were investigated along with how rosuvastatin affected the changes caused by hypertension on these proteins. Materials and Methods: 18 Wistar Albino male rats weighing 200-220 g were used in the study. The rats were divided into 3 groups with 6 animals in each group (1.Control, 2.Hypertension, 3.Rosuvastatin).To induce hypertension, rats were given L-NAME for 7 weeks. After the second week, rosuvastatin was given by oral gavage for 5 weeks. Blood pressure values were evaluated on days 0, 14, 28, 42. At the end of the experiment, all rats were sacrificed and caspase-3 and fibrillin1 levels were evaluated. Results: Blood pressures were found to be higher in the hypertension group on the 14th, 28th, and 42nd days (p=0.001). Rosuvastatin caused a decrease that was found to be insignificant at 28th, 42nd days. Caspase-3 (p=0.001), fibrillin1 (p=0.001) immunoreactivity were found to be increased in the hypertension group. Compared with the hypertension group, caspase-3 (p=0.031), fibrillin1 (p=0.030) immunoreactivity were decreased in the rosuvastatin group. However, caspase-3 (p=0.036) and fibrillin1 (p=0.041) immunoreactivity was increased in the rosuvastatin group compared to the control group. Conclusion: Although rosuvastatin didn’t significantly decrease blood pressure, it is thought that caspase-3 and fibrillin1 may mediate its protective effect on hypertensive kidneys

Hydrology and hydrochemistry of marble aquifer with point recharge from two deep sinkholes, Menderes Massive, western Turkey

Menderes Massive is a NE–SW-trending metamorphic terrain in western Anatolia. The massive is composed of regionally metamorphosed rocks of mica-schist and marble. The Bozdag Mountain is the main horst system in Kucuk Menderes river basin. It is composed of several N-S oriented small horsts and grabens and contains important karst features, such as poljes and sinkholes. Ayvacik and Subatan Poljes are typical closed depressions draining into Ayvacik and Subatan sinkholes (ponors). Both are developed along the N-S directed fault system. The main objective of this study is to determine the karstification and hydrogeochemical features of water circulating in marble terrain and controlled by deep sinkholes in the Bozdag Mountain. Detailed speleological studies demonstrated that the degree of karstification of marble rock depends on the regional tectonic structure, the mineralogy of marble and the water recharge rate into the sinkholes. Tritium isotope and tracer tests indicate very fast flow and connection between Subatan surface water and a spring in lower elevations with high Ca and Mg ion concentration at the south of the study area. Hidrogeologija in hidrokemija marmornega vodonosnika s ponornim točkovnim napajanjem (Masiv Meredes, zahodna Turčija)Masiv Menderes je območje metamorfnih kamnin v zahodni Anatoliji, Turčija. Razteza se v smeri SV–JZ in je sestavljeno predvsem iz regionalno metamorfiziranih sljudnih skrilavcev in marmorjev. Goro Bozdag sestavlja sistem manjših grud in tektonskih jarkov, orientiranih v smeri sever-jug. Masiv je delno zakrasel, s tipičnimi kraškimi oblikami, med katere spadata tudi polji Ayvacik in Subatan, ki se drenirata skozi istoimenske ponore. Obe polji sta razviti v prelomni coni orientirani v smeri sever-jug. Glavni namen opisane raziskave je določiti stopnjo zakraselosti območja in hidrokemične lastnosti vode, ki teče skozi marmornati masiv. Podrobne speleološke raziskave so pokazale, da je zakraselost močno pogojena z regionalno geološko strukturo, mineraloško sestavo marmorja in velikostjo dotokov v ponore. Izotopske analize tritija in sledenje podzemnih voda kažejo na hiter tok in povezavo med poljem Subatan in visoko mineraliziranimi izviri na jugu obravnavanega območja. 

Cardioprotective effect of intravenous lipid emulsion in bupivacaine- induced experimental cardiac toxicity

The intravenous lipid emulsion (ILE) therapy is known to alleviate clinical symptoms in cases of bupivacaine-induced cardiac toxicity. However, there is insufficient information regarding histopathological damage. This study aimed to investigate whether the use of ILE therapy in rats with experimentally induced bupivacaine-related cardiac toxicity can ameliorate histopathological damage. 28 Wistar albino rats were divided into four groups: control (A), lipid (B), bupivacaine (C), and bupivacaine + lipid (D). After providing monitoring in all groups, group B received 1.5 mL ILE + 0.25 μg/kg/min ILE infusion, group C received 3 μg/kg/min bupivacaine infusion, and group D received 3 μg/kg/min bupivacaine infusion followed by 1.5 mL ILE + 0.25 μg/kg/min ILE infusion after observing cardiac toxicity. Heart rate and respiratory rate were recorded. Blood samples were collected post-procedure to measure LDH, CK-MB, and troponin levels. Cardiac tissue samples were obtained for histopathological examination. There was no significant difference in baseline heart rate and respiratory rate among the groups (P>0.05). However, in the second measurements, heart rate and respiratory rate were higher in group D compared to group C (P<0.05). LDH and CK-MB levels were higher in group C compared to the other groups (P<0.05). Irisin and asprosin scores were higher in group D compared to the other groups (P<0.05). ILE was found to have a cardioprotective effect in the treatment of bupivacaine-induced cardiac toxicity, as it improved both clinical and laboratory parameters. However, histologically, cardiac damage persisted

Multiple sclerosis prevalence study the comparison of 3 coastal cities, located in the black sea and mediterranean regions of Turkey

The prevalence of multiple sclerosis (MS) has significantly increased all over the world. Recent studies have shown that Turkey has quite a high prevalence. The aim of this study is to estimate prevalence in the Mediterranean and Black Sea regions of Turkey and to compare the results. This study was designed as a door to door survey in 3 cities. One is located in the Mediterranean region (South), 2 are located in the Black Sea region (North). A previous validated form was used for screening in the field. The patients were examined first in the field, then in the regional health facility. McDonald criteria were used for the diagnosis. In total, 26 patients were diagnosed with MS. The prevalence was found to be 18.6/100,000 in Artvin (Black Sea region), 55.5/100,000 in Ordu, (Black Sea region), 52.00/100,000 in Gazipasa (Mediterranean region). The female/male ratio was 2.25. This study is the first prevalence study which was conducted in the Mediterranean City (South) of Turkey. The prevalence rate was found to be higher than expected in the Mediterranean city of Gazipasa. The results showed that the prevalence varies from region to region. Latitude difference was not observed