Weight Loss in Cancer Care
Involuntary weight loss in oncology patients is a challenging side effect of the cancer process and can seriously affect their quality of life. In this situation, oncology nutritional strategies are crucial. Patients' nutritional needs vary depending on the stage and type of the disease. Cachexia management plays a critical role in this proce..
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Emergency Management of Esophageal Perforation
Esophageal perforation, also known as a tear in the esophagus, is a condition requiring emergency surgery. This can lead to serious complications in patients, particularly a risk of mediastinitis. Esophageal perforation usually occurs due to trauma, surgical procedures, or swallowing a foreign object. Emergency intervention steps include a rapid ..
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Reducing Post-Surgery Clot Risk
The risk of postoperative thrombosis in oncology patients, especially after cancer surgery, is a crucial issue to consider. Complications such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) can negatively impact the quality of life of patients after surgery. Therefore, developing postoperative clot prevention strategies is critically important. In line with the o..
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Family History Impact in Colon Cancer
Colon cancer is a widespread health problem globally. Many factors play a role in its development, one of which is family history. A family history of colon cancer is directly related to genetic risk factors and can increase an individual's likelihood of developing the disease. Individuals with a family history of colon cancer have the chance..
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Neoadjuvant Tx in Esophageal CA
Esophageal cancer is a challenging disease requiring multiple approaches in its treatment process. In recent years, neoadjuvant therapy methods for esophageal cancer, along with pre-operative chemotherapy and radiochemotherapy, have gained attention. These treatment methods are used to reduce the size of the tumor and make the surgical process mo..
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Clinical Symptom Analysis of Bile Duct Stones
Gallstones, also known as common bile duct stones, are hardened substances that form in the bile duct and can manifest with various clinical symptoms. Symptoms of gallstones include abdominal pain, jaundice, and digestive problems. The relationship between jaundice and pain is particularly pronounced in cases of obstruction and can negatively imp..
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Pathology of Endoscopic Polyps
Endoscopic polyp pathology plays a crucial role in the evaluation of gastrointestinal polyps. This process, along with biopsy results, is a critical stage in assessing the risk of cancer. Experts like Prof. Dr. İlter Özer conduct detailed studies on the accurate examination and interpretation of endoscopic polyps. Pathological analysis of po..
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Post-Endoscopy Abdominal Pain
Endoscopy is a procedure that plays a significant role in diagnosing digestive system diseases. However, post-endoscopy pain is a common occurrence for patients. Post-procedure complications can include gas pain, abdominal discomfort, and in rare cases, more serious problems. Given the risks of endoscopy, it is important for patients to be vigila..
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Esophageal Stricture Dilation
Esophageal stricture is a condition caused by the narrowing of the esophagus, which can lead to difficulty swallowing. This condition can seriously affect the quality of life of patients. Balloon dilation treatment is a commonly used and effective method in the treatment of esophageal stricture. This procedure is performed using an endoscopic dil..
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ERCP Timing in Biliary Infections
Biliary tract infections are conditions that often arise due to bile duct obstruction and can lead to serious health problems. ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography), which plays a significant role in the treatment of these infections, is an effective method that accelerates the diagnostic and treatment processes. The timing of an ..
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Peritoneal Cancer Early Diagnosis
Early diagnosis of peritoneal cancer is one of the most important factors that can change the course of the disease. However, because the symptoms of peritoneal cancer are often vague and can be confused with general health problems, delays in diagnosis are common. This can negatively affect patients' treatment processes. Although imaging met..
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Managing Side Effects in PIPAC
PIPAC therapy stands out as an innovative approach in the treatment of peritoneal cancer. This method, applied using laparoscopic chemotherapy techniques, aims to minimize the side effects experienced by patients during treatment. While chemotherapy side effects can often negatively impact patients' quality of life, PIPAC therapy, led by expe..
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