Balıkoğlu, Meriç
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| Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation | 1 |
| BMC Surgery | 1 |
| GORM:Gynecology Obstetrics & Reproductive Medicine | 1 |
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Article Investigation of the Predictive Factors of Recurrent Ovarian Mucinous Cystadenoma(2024-08-09) Özcan, Aykut; Balikoglu, Meric; Alkan, Kaan Okan; Gülseren, VarolOBJECTIVE: Rapid growth patterns and recurrence with variable rates have been reported in the liter- ature, making mucinous cystadenomas different from other ovarian benign neoplasms. The study aimed to predict and prevent recurrence based on the obtained results. STUDY DESIGN: In this case-control study among the 2,341 patients who underwent surgery for ovar- ian cysts, 221 met the inclusion criteria. The 221 patients diagnosed with mucinous cystadenoma were categorized into two groups: 14 patients (6.3%) with recurrence and 207 patients (93.7%) without re- currence. Patients in these groups were compared in terms of demographic characteristics, ovarian cyst size, operative technique, type of surgery (oophorectomy or cystectomy), Ca19-9, CA125, and CEA val- ues of the patients, and duration of postoperative follow-up. RESULTS: The mean age was statistically lower in the group with recurrence (27±5 vs 44±14; p<0.001). The follow-up period of recurrent cases was significantly longer (6.8 ± 3.5 vs 4.9 ± 2.2 years; p=0.045). The recurrence rate was significantly higher in patients who underwent cystectomy (p<0.001; odds ratio: 22.8). When all patients were examined, cystectomy was preferred in younger patients [31 (18-65) vs 48 (18-81); p<0.001]. According to regression analysis, cystectomy alone is an independent risk factor (p=0.041). CONCLUSION: Unlike conventional ovarian cystadenomas, mucinous cystadenomas should be fol- lowed up owing to the possibility of recurrence, especially when detected at an early age. Since cys- tectomy is the only independent risk factor, oophorectomy should be the primary treatment for patients >40 years of age who have no desire for childbearing.Article Diagnostic Accuracy of the Sonographic Sliding Sign for Predicting Pelvic Organ Adhesions in Gynecologic Endoscopic Surgery(BMC, 2026-01-24) Bozgeyik, Mehmet Bora; Kinci, Mehmet Ferdi; Balikoglu, Meric; Tanyeri, Uygar; Akpak, Yasam KemalBackground: Pelvic adhesions are a common consequence of prior abdominal surgery, endometriosis, malignancy, or infection, often leading to infertility, chronic pelvic pain, and surgical complications. Reliable preoperative prediction of these adhesions can guide surgical planning and minimize risks. The sonographic sliding sign has shown promise in detecting intra-abdominal adhesions, yet its routine use remains limited. This study aims to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of both transvaginal and transabdominal ultrasonographic assessments of the sliding sign in predicting intra-abdominal adhesions prior to gynecologic endoscopic surgery. Methods: This retrospective cohort study included 262 women who underwent gynecologic endoscopic surgery at a tertiary care center in 2024. Patients with body mass index (BMI) > 35 were excluded. Both transabdominal and transvaginal ultrasonographic evaluations of the sliding sign were performed preoperatively by a single experienced physician, while operative outcomes were recorded by a blinded observer. Adhesion status, operative time, hospital stay, and surgical complications were analyzed. Statistical methods included Chi-square, Fisher's Exact test, Mann-Whitney U test, and receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis. Results: Intra-abdominal adhesions were confirmed in 56 patients (21.4%). Absence of the sliding sign was significantly associated with the presence of adhesions (p < 0.001). Transvaginal sonography yielded a sensitivity of 77%, specificity of 100%, and area under curve (AUC) of 0.884. Transabdominal sonography demonstrated higher accuracy, with a sensitivity of 96%, specificity of 100%, and AUC of 0.982. The combination of both methods matched the diagnostic performance of transabdominal ultrasound alone. Adhesions were significantly associated with previous abdominal surgery (p < 0.001), endometriosis (p = 0.01), hypotrophic or keloid scars (p < 0.001), obliteration of the Douglas pouch (p < 0.001), longer hospital stay (p = 0.006), and increased rates of hemorrhage (p = 0.003) and bladder injury (p = 0.03). Conclusion: Preoperative ultrasonographic evaluation of the sliding sign is a highly accurate, non-invasive, and practical tool for predicting intra-abdominal adhesions. Both transabdominal and transvaginal sonography offers superior sensitivity and should be considered in routine preoperative assessments. Integration of this method into standard preoperative protocols may help reduce complications, optimize surgical planning, and improve patient outcomes in gynecologic endoscopic procedures.Article Citation - Scopus: 1Investigating the Effectiveness of Pelvic Floor Muscle Training, Including Sensor-Based Diaphragm Exercises in Women With Stress Urinary Incontinence: a Randomized Controlled Study(W.B. Saunders, 2026-03) Yakıt Yeşilyurt, S.; Şahiner Pıçak, G.; Başol Göksülük, M.; Balıkoğlu, M.; Özengin, N.; Picak, Gonca Sahiner; Goksuluk, Merve Basol; Yesilyurt, Seda YakitObjective: To compare the effects of pelvic floor muscle exercises (PFME) combined with standard diaphragm exercises and 360° expanded diaphragm exercises on urinary symptoms, pelvic floor muscle (PFM) function, and respiratory function in women with stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Design: Randomized controlled study. Setting: The study conducted between November 2023 and 2024. Participants: Women with SUI (n=74). Interventions: Participants were randomly allocated into 2 groups: (1) PFME + standard diaphragm (n=37) and (2) PFME + 360° expanded diaphragm exercises (n=37). The 360° exercises were taught using 2 sensor-based biofeedback devices. Both groups completed an 8-week program with weekly sessions. Main Outcome Measures: The primary outcome was precontraction of the PFM. Secondary outcomes included the Incontinence Severity Index, The International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire-Short Form, PFM, and respiratory functions [maximum inspiratory pressure (MIP) and maximum expiratory pressure (MEP)]. Results: The sociodemographic and clinical characteristics of the PFME + standard diaphragm (49.29±6.73y) and the PFME + 360° expanded diaphragm exercises groups (50.97±7.70y) were similar (P>.05). Before and after the 8-week exercise program, both groups showed significant improvement in PFM functions as well as in incontinence severity index, incontinence questionnaire-short form, and MIP and MEP values (P<.05). Additionally, the initiation time for PFM contraction during the Valsalva maneuver (precontraction of PFM) was reduced in the PFME + 360° expanded diaphragm exercises group after treatment (P=.010). Conclusions: This study demonstrated that PFME combined with various diaphragm exercises improved urinary symptoms and PFM function in women with SUI. Specifically, PFME with 360° expansion diaphragm exercises reduced the initiation time of PFM contraction during Valsalva. This approach may enhance PFME effectiveness in women with impaired precontraction ability. As this study focused only on women, future research should explore the efficacy of similar interventions in sex-diverse populations. © 2025 American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine
