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  1. Article ; Online: Evaluation of the neutralizing antibody response against the omicron variant produced by heterologous or hybrid immunity: How does the fifth dose of COVID-19 vaccine affect the neutralizing antibody response?

    Bayhan, Gülsüm İclal / Güner, Rahmet / Yahşi, Aysun / Özkul, Aykut

    The Journal of infection

    2023  Volume 87, Issue 3, Page(s) e61–e62

    MeSH term(s) Humans ; COVID-19 Vaccines ; COVID-19/prevention & control ; SARS-CoV-2 ; Adaptive Immunity ; Antibodies, Neutralizing ; Antibodies, Viral ; Vaccination
    Chemical Substances COVID-19 Vaccines ; Antibodies, Neutralizing ; Antibodies, Viral
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-07-04
    Publishing country England
    Document type Letter ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't ; Comment
    ZDB-ID 424417-5
    ISSN 1532-2742 ; 0163-4453
    ISSN (online) 1532-2742
    ISSN 0163-4453
    DOI 10.1016/j.jinf.2023.07.001
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  2. Article: COVID-19 and the liver: A brief and core review.

    Kayaaslan, Bircan / Guner, Rahmet

    World journal of hepatology

    2022  Volume 13, Issue 12, Page(s) 2013–2023

    Abstract: Coronavirus disease 2019 has a wide range of clinical spectrum from asymptomatic infection to severe infection resulting in death within a short time. Currently, it is known that severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) does not only ... ...

    Abstract Coronavirus disease 2019 has a wide range of clinical spectrum from asymptomatic infection to severe infection resulting in death within a short time. Currently, it is known that severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) does not only cause a respiratory tract infection but a more complicated disease that can lead to multiple system involvement including the liver. Herein, we evaluate the epidemiology, the impact of liver injury/ dysfunction on disease prognosis, the pathophysiological mechanisms and management of liver injury. More than one-fourth of the patients have abnormal liver function tests, mostly a mild-to-moderate liver dysfunction. Liver injury is significantly associated with a poor clinical outcome. Direct cytotoxic effect of SARS-CoV-2, the immune response ("cytokine storm"), the complications related to the disease, and drugs used in the treatments are the pathophysiological mechanisms responsible for liver injury. However, the exact mechanism is not yet clearly explained. The binding of SARS-CoV-2 to the angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 receptors and entering the hepatocyte and cholangiocytes can cause cytotoxic effects on the liver. Excessive immune response has an important role in disease progression and causes acute respiratory distress syndrome and multi-organ failures accompanied by liver injury. Treatment drugs, particularly lopinavir/ritonavir, remdesivir and antibiotics are a frequent reason for liver injury. The possible reasons should be meticulously investigated and resolved.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-01-13
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2573703-X
    ISSN 1948-5182
    ISSN 1948-5182
    DOI 10.4254/wjh.v13.i12.2013
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  3. Article ; Online: Effectiveness of CoronaVac in preventing COVID-19 in healthcare workers.

    Bayhan, Gulsum Iclal / Guner, Rahmet

    Human vaccines & immunotherapeutics

    2022  Volume 18, Issue 1, Page(s) 2020017

    Abstract: The CoronaVac vaccine was found to be effective against symptomatic COVID-19 and protective against severe disease in phase 3 studies. However, there are little data about its effectiveness in real-world conditions. The aim of the current study was to ... ...

    Abstract The CoronaVac vaccine was found to be effective against symptomatic COVID-19 and protective against severe disease in phase 3 studies. However, there are little data about its effectiveness in real-world conditions. The aim of the current study was to investigate the protective effect of the CoronaVac vaccine in health-care workers (HCWs) in Turkey, a country where CoronaVac is widely used. The questionnaire was sent to all employees in the form of a survey link by using a telephone application. In the survey, HCWs were asked about demographic characteristics; CoronaVac vaccination status, history of a COVID-19 infection, whether COVID-19 infection was before or after the CoronaVac vaccination; the time between being vaccinated and the COVID-19 infection; the clinical pictures of COVID-19 infection. Those who experienced COVID-19 before vaccination were compared with the breakthrough cases in terms of demographic and clinical features. A total of 628 HCW agreed to participate in the study. A total of 536 (85.3%) volunteers had been vaccinated and 92 (14.6%) had not been vaccinated against COVID-19 with CoronaVac. There was a history of COVID-19 infection in 234 (37.2%) subjects and 188 (35%) had been vaccinated and 46 (50%) not vaccinated. The rate experiencing COVID-19 disease was significantly lower in the vaccinated than the unvaccinated volunteers. The rate of breakthrough cases after CoronaVac was found to be 7%. The hospitalization rate was similar in the breakthrough cases and those who had COVID-19 before CoronaVac vaccination. The results of our study indicate that CoronaVac provides protection against COVID-19.
    MeSH term(s) COVID-19/prevention & control ; COVID-19 Vaccines ; Health Personnel ; Humans ; SARS-CoV-2 ; Vaccines
    Chemical Substances COVID-19 Vaccines ; Vaccines
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-02-16
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2664176-8
    ISSN 2164-554X ; 2164-5515
    ISSN (online) 2164-554X
    ISSN 2164-5515
    DOI 10.1080/21645515.2021.2020017
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  4. Article ; Online: Investigation of polypharmacy, antimicrobial-related potential drug-drug interactions in patients with hematological malignancies.

    Oktay, Zeynep / Güner, Rahmet / Kayaaslan, Bircan / Hasanoğlu, İmran / Kaya Kalem, Ayşe / Özet, Gülsüm

    Journal of oncology pharmacy practice : official publication of the International Society of Oncology Pharmacy Practitioners

    2024  , Page(s) 10781552241249419

    Abstract: Purpose: Drug-drug interactions (DDIs) occur when one drug interferes with the pharmacological activity of another and can lead to increased side effects. The purpose of this study was to examine potential interactions between antimicrobials and other ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: Drug-drug interactions (DDIs) occur when one drug interferes with the pharmacological activity of another and can lead to increased side effects. The purpose of this study was to examine potential interactions between antimicrobials and other drugs in patients with hematological malignancies (HMs).
    Method: The medications used by 233 patients with HMs before and during hospitalization in Ankara City Hospital Hematology Clinic services between January 2021 and July 2021 were examined. Potential DDIs (pDDIs) were identified through UptoDate, Drugs.com, and MedScape databases. The effects of major antimicrobial-related pDDIs on patients were examined. Agreement between the two interaction systems was judged based on the kappa test. SPSS R Version 4.0.2 was used in the statistical analysis of the data,
    Results: The prevalence of polypharmacy before hospitalization was determined as 22.7%. Diagnosed with acute leukemia and multiple myeloma, more antimicrobial-related pDDIs were detected during hospitalization (
    Conclusion: Interactions between antimicrobials and other drugs are undesirable problems. Further studies are required to evaluate the clinical and economic effects of the interactions on patients with HMs.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-26
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1330764-2
    ISSN 1477-092X ; 1078-1552
    ISSN (online) 1477-092X
    ISSN 1078-1552
    DOI 10.1177/10781552241249419
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  5. Article ; Online: Is there any evidence implying the use of a different criterion for protective anti-HBs titer after HBV vaccination in immunosuppressed patients?

    Hasanoğlu, İmran / Güner, Rahmet

    The Turkish journal of gastroenterology : the official journal of Turkish Society of Gastroenterology

    2020  Volume 31, Issue 4, Page(s) 346–347

    MeSH term(s) Consensus ; Hepatitis B/prevention & control ; Hepatitis B Antibodies ; Hepatitis B Surface Antigens ; Hepatitis B virus/immunology ; Humans ; Vaccination
    Chemical Substances Hepatitis B Antibodies ; Hepatitis B Surface Antigens
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-05-15
    Publishing country Turkey
    Document type Journal Article ; Comment
    ZDB-ID 1340275-4
    ISSN 2148-5607 ; 1300-4948
    ISSN (online) 2148-5607
    ISSN 1300-4948
    DOI 10.5152/tjg.2020.19040
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  6. Article ; Online: Antimicrobial stewardship in the intensive care unit.

    Ture, Zeynep / Güner, Rahmet / Alp, Emine

    Journal of intensive medicine

    2022  Volume 3, Issue 3, Page(s) 244–253

    Abstract: High resistance rates to antimicrobials continue to be a global health threat. The incidence of multidrug-resistant (MDR) microorganisms in intensive care units (ICUs) is quite high compared to in the community and other units in the hospital because ICU ...

    Abstract High resistance rates to antimicrobials continue to be a global health threat. The incidence of multidrug-resistant (MDR) microorganisms in intensive care units (ICUs) is quite high compared to in the community and other units in the hospital because ICU patients are generally older, have higher numbers of co-morbidities and immune-suppressed; moreover, the typically high rates of invasive procedures performed in the ICU increase the risk of infection by MDR microorganisms. Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) refers to the implementation of coordinated interventions to improve and track the appropriate use of antibiotics while offering the best possible antibiotic prescription (according to dose, duration, and route of administration). Broad-spectrum antibiotics are frequently preferred in ICUs because of greater infection severity and colonization and infection by MDR microorganisms. For this reason, a number of studies on AMS in ICUs have increased in recent years. Reducing the use of broad-spectrum antibiotics forms the basis of AMS. For this purpose, parameters such as establishing an AMS team, limiting the use of broad-spectrum antimicrobials, terminating treatments early, using early warning systems, pursuing infection control, and providing education and feedback are used. In this review, current AMS practices in ICUs are discussed.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-11-15
    Publishing country China
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ISSN 2667-100X
    ISSN (online) 2667-100X
    DOI 10.1016/j.jointm.2022.10.001
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  7. Article ; Online: A Subacute Thyroiditis Case After SARS-CoV-2 Infection

    Muge Ayhan / Rahmet Guner

    Haseki Tıp Bülteni, Vol 59, Iss 1, Pp 54-

    A Case Report and Current Literature Review

    2021  Volume 56

    Abstract: Subacute thyroiditis (SAT), is a self-limiting inflammatory disorder which is linked to a viral infection. A few cases of SAT were reported after Severe Acute Respiratory syndrome Coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection. We here reported a case of SAT that ... ...

    Abstract Subacute thyroiditis (SAT), is a self-limiting inflammatory disorder which is linked to a viral infection. A few cases of SAT were reported after Severe Acute Respiratory syndrome Coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection. We here reported a case of SAT that occurred two weeks after SARS-CoV-2 infection. A thirty-nine-year-old male with no comorbid diseases applied to our outpatient clinic with the complaints of sore throat, fatigue and subfebrile fever. He had a contact history of his wife who has a positive SARS-CoV-2 reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) test. The nasopharyngeal swab was performed and his SARS-CoV-2 RT-PCR test was confirmed positive. He recovered from all symptoms in one week. On the second week of the first diagnosis, he developed neck pain, fatigue, muscle pains, palpitation and tremors. Because his thyroid palpation was painful and he was more symptomatic thyroid function tests were performed. Thyrotropin was suppressed (0.01 mIU/L), free triiodothyronine and free thyroxine levels were high as 11 ng/L and 3.72 ng/dL, respectively. His cervical ultrasound also revealed SAT. He was treated with prednisolone, ibuprofen and propranolol. Within one week, there was a progressive resolution of signs and symptoms. After the third week, his laboratory results returned to normal ranges.
    Keywords subacute thyroiditis ; viral infection ; covid-19 ; endocrinology ; antiviral treatment ; Medicine ; R ; Medicine (General) ; R5-920
    Subject code 150
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-06-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher Galenos Yayinevi
    Document type Article ; Online
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  8. Article ; Online: ANTIBIOTIC MANAGEMENT PROGRAM IN A TERTIARY INTENSIVE CARE UNIT: INVESTIGATION OF THE EFFECTS OF A CARBAPENEM-RESTRICTED PERIOD ON CLINICAL AND LABORATORY PARAMETERS AND COSTS OF INFECTIONS.

    Asiltürk, Dilek / Güner, Rahmet / Kalem, Ayşe Kaya / Tufan, Işıl Özkoçak / Hasanoğlu, İmran / Eser, Fatma / Malhan, Simten / Kayaaslan, Bircan

    The Journal of hospital infection

    2024  

    Abstract: Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of the carbapenem-restricted antimicrobial stewardship program (ASP) on changes in the resistance profiles of infectious agents, the amount of antibiotics used, length of stay in the ... ...

    Abstract Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of the carbapenem-restricted antimicrobial stewardship program (ASP) on changes in the resistance profiles of infectious agents, the amount of antibiotics used, length of stay in the intensive care unit (ICU), mortality and costs.
    Materials and methods: The patients hospitalized in ICU between July 1, 2020 - May 1, 2021 were included the study. The study was divided in to two different periods, carbapenem not-restricted period (CNRP) and carbapenem restricted period (CRP). During CNRP, carbapenem were used by any restriction, and in CRP, the alternative antibiotics to carbapenems were preferred during infection. The Defined Daily Dose (DDD)-100 Patient Day (PD) methodology was used to calculate the antibiotic consumption.
    Results: Of the 572 patients included in the study, 62.2% of the patients were male, mean age was 70.5 years. In the blood culture the most frequently gram negative agent was A.baumannii (25%). A. baumannii bloodstream infections with MDR, XDR was significantly different between the two periods (CNRP: 95.6% (22), CRP: 66.6%(8) p=0.04). A gradual decrease in the incidence density and rate of nosocomial infection was noted (p=0.06). During the study, a significant decrease in meropenem consumption was detected between the two periods (CNRP-CRP: 21.19-6.37 DDD/100 PD p=0.007). ASP provided a 8600 USD of antibiotic cost savings and a total of 14% patient cost savings (p<0.05) per patient.
    Conclusion: We believe that combining an effective ASP with a comprehensive infection control program will mitigate the emergence of antimicrobial-resistant bacteria.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-21
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 779366-2
    ISSN 1532-2939 ; 0195-6701
    ISSN (online) 1532-2939
    ISSN 0195-6701
    DOI 10.1016/j.jhin.2024.03.006
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  9. Article ; Online: Iatrogenic botulism cases after gastric and axillary application of botulinum toxin and review of literature.

    Eser, Fatma / Hasanoğlu, İmran / Kayaaslan, Bircan / Kaya Kalem, Ayşe / Bilen, Şule / Orhan, Gürdal / Güner, Rahmet

    Journal of infection in developing countries

    2024  Volume 18, Issue 3, Page(s) 480–487

    Abstract: Introduction: Iatrogenic botulism is a rare, serious disease that progresses with descending paralysis and develops after cosmetic or therapeutic botulinum toxin-A (BoNT-A) application.: Case presentations: In this case series; six cases of ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: Iatrogenic botulism is a rare, serious disease that progresses with descending paralysis and develops after cosmetic or therapeutic botulinum toxin-A (BoNT-A) application.
    Case presentations: In this case series; six cases of iatrogenic botulism followed up in our center are presented. Four of these developed after gastric BoNT-A and two after axillary BoNT-A application.
    Results: The most important cause for the disease was the use of unlicensed products and high-dose toxin applications. The first symptoms were blurred vision, double vision, difficulty in swallowing, and hoarseness. Symptoms appeared within 4-10 days after the application of BoNT-A. Symptoms progressed in the course of descending paralysis in the following days with fatigue, weakness in extremities and respiratory distress. Diagnosis was based on patient history and clinical findings. The main principles of foodborne botulism therapy were applied in the treatment of iatrogenic botulism. If clinical worsening continued, regardless of the time elapsed after BoNT-A application, the use of botulinum antitoxin made a significant contribution to clinical improvement and was recommended.
    Conclusions: Routine and new indications for BoNT-A usage are increasing and, as a result, cases of iatrogenic botulism will be encountered more frequently. Physicians should be alert for iatrogenic botulism in the follow-up after BoNT-A applications and in the differential diagnosis of neurological diseases that are presented with similar findings.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Botulinum Toxins/therapeutic use ; Botulism/diagnosis ; Botulism/drug therapy ; Botulism/etiology ; Botulinum Antitoxin/therapeutic use ; Paralysis/complications ; Paralysis/drug therapy ; Iatrogenic Disease ; Clostridium botulinum ; Botulinum Toxins, Type A/adverse effects
    Chemical Substances Botulinum Toxins (EC 3.4.24.69) ; Botulinum Antitoxin ; Botulinum Toxins, Type A (EC 3.4.24.69)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-31
    Publishing country Italy
    Document type Review ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2394024-4
    ISSN 1972-2680 ; 2036-6590
    ISSN (online) 1972-2680
    ISSN 2036-6590
    DOI 10.3855/jidc.18868
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  10. Article ; Online: Point prevalence of antibiotic usage in major referral hospital in Turkey.

    Ayhan, Müge / Coşkun, Belgin / Kayaaslan, Bircan / Hasanoğlu, İmran / Kalem, Ayşe Kaya / Eser, Fatma / Bilir, Yeşim Aybar / Ünlü, Serpil / Güner, Rahmet

    PloS one

    2024  Volume 19, Issue 1, Page(s) e0296900

    Abstract: Introduction: The most important and undesirable consequence of inappropriate antibiotic use is the spread of antibiotic resistance, increased adverse effects, increased mortality and healthcare costs. We aimed to assess antibiotic usage characteristics ...

    Abstract Introduction: The most important and undesirable consequence of inappropriate antibiotic use is the spread of antibiotic resistance, increased adverse effects, increased mortality and healthcare costs. We aimed to assess antibiotic usage characteristics in inpatient setting in our center.
    Materials and methods: A one-day, single center point-prevalence study was carried out on June 9th 2021, in Ankara City Hospital in Turkey. Data of antibiotic consumption, appropriateness of usage and predictors of inappropriate use in adult patients were evaluated.
    Results: Out of 2640 adult patients, 893 (33.8%) were receiving at least one antibiotic. A total of 1212 antibiotic prescriptions with an average of 1.44±0.64 were found. Antibiotics were most commonly used for therapeutic purpose (84.7%), followed by surgical prophylaxis (11.6%). Majority of therapeutically used antibiotics were empirical (67.9%). Infectious diseases consultation was present in 68.3% with a compliance rate of 95.7%. Rate of inappropriate use was 20%. The most frequent cause of inappropriateness was unnecessary use (52.5%). Most commonly and most inappropriately used antibiotics were carbapenems (17.5%) and first generation cephalosporins (38.7%), respectively. Most of the inappropriateness observed in first-generation cephalosporins was due to inappropriate longer surgical prophylaxis. While age is an independent risk factor for inappropriate antibiotic use (p = 0.042), COVID-19 unit admission, use for therapeutic purpose and infectious diseases consultation were protective factors (p<0.001, p<0.001, p<0.001).
    Conclusion: Rate of inappropriate use was low, but inappropriate surgical prophylaxis remains an important problem in surgical units. There is a considerable need to implement an antimicrobial stewardship program that focuses on surgical prophylaxis practices.
    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Humans ; Anti-Bacterial Agents/adverse effects ; Turkey/epidemiology ; Prevalence ; Referral and Consultation ; Communicable Diseases/drug therapy ; Hospitals, Urban
    Chemical Substances Anti-Bacterial Agents
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-31
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2267670-3
    ISSN 1932-6203 ; 1932-6203
    ISSN (online) 1932-6203
    ISSN 1932-6203
    DOI 10.1371/journal.pone.0296900
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