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Öğe Cervical cancer and risk factors of featured with adolescent sexuality [Adolesan dönem cinselli?iyle öne çikan serviks kanseri ve risk faktörleri](Galenos Publishing House, 2013) Kurt A.S.; Canbulat N.; Savaşer S.Recently, the importance of cervical cancer one of the women's most important health problems has increased. One of the important causes of cervical cancer is the HPV (Human Papilloma Virus). Cervical cancer has high level of severity and it is difficult to diagnose because it is difficult detect its symptoms in earlier period. Therefore, in order to reduce the negative effects of cervical cancer and to take appropriate measures, its' risk factors should be known. This study is designed to review studies to determine risk factors of cervical cancer. In reviewed studies, the clear and exact factors are given; however, common risk factors that were stated in the studies are listed as adolescent sexuality in the period (age at first intercourse at a young age or pregnancy in young), multiple sexual partner, smoking and oral contraceptive. As it is believed by the researchers that some precautions could be taken, informing of the community in this regard is of great importance.Öğe Characteristics of children admitted to hospital for constipation [Kabızlık nedeniyle hastaneye başvuran c ?ocukların özellikleri](Galenos Yayincilik,, 2011) Savaşer S.; Kurt A.S.; Mutlu B.; Filiz G.; Aydo?ar N.Introduction: The aim of this study was to determine the sociodemographic characteristics of children with constipation, the causes of constipations in these children and the common practices of the parents to solve the problem of constipation. Materials and Methods: The population of the study was comprised of children aged 1 to 16 years followed with the diagnosis of functional constipation in the outpatient clinics of pediatric surgery at a university hospital in Istanbul between 1 June 2009-1 June 2010. A total of 146 children and their parents who agreed to participate in the study were included. The data of this descriptive cross-sectional study were obtained by using a questionnaire which was evaluated by appropriate statistical analysis. Results: About half of the children in the study were between 1-3 years old and females. We detected that in approximately half of the children constipation problem began during transition period from solid foods before age 1. The majority of children experienced abdominal pain, bloating, stool retention, fear and anxiety during bowel movements, hard/painful defecation, increased stool volume and fecal mass; and that though it varied according to age groups, most of the children drank olive oil and fruit juice to overcome constipation. Families of children in all age groups affected in similar proportions by constipation problem and this problem did not affect sibling relations. Discussion: Risk factors for constipation were found to be under 4 years of age, starting additional/solid foods before 6 months, starting school, having family members with constipation, feeling fear and anxiety during defecation and having symptoms arising from stool retention such as abdominal pain, abdominal bloating, and hard and painful defecation. © The Journal of Current Pediatrics, published by Galenos Publishing.Öğe The effect of re-mission video game on the quality of life of adolescents with cancer [Kanserli adölesanların yaşam kalitesi düzeyine re-mission video oyununun etkisi](Istanbul Tip Fakultesi, 2013) Kurt A.S.; Savaşer S.OBJECTIVES To determine the effects of Re-Mission video-game on the quality of life of adolescents cancer patients. METHODS Study was conducted on 61 adolescents their ages ranging between 13 to 18 years, treated between December 2009 and May 2011 years, at two hospitals in Istanbul. Adolescents were divided into control (n=30) and cases group (n=31). Data were collected by the patient information form, FACT-G Quality of Life Scale and Re-Mission Assessment Scale. Data were evaluated in regard with appropriate statistical analysis by using computer. RESULTS It was found that there was no significant difference between groups in the average scores of the quality of life in the first measurement (p=0.539). In the second and third measurements, the quality of life scores were significantly higher in the case group adolescents (the second measurement=71.58±12.13, the third measurement=86.61±13.24). CONCLUSION Re-Mission video game is positively affects the quality of life in adolescents. © 2013 Association of Oncology.Öğe Knowledge and practices of doctors and nurses in oncology clinics regarding sperm bank use in adolescent boys diagnosed with cancer [Onkoloji kliniklerinde çali{dotless}şan hekim ve hemşirelerin kanser tani{dotless}si{dotless} almi{dotless}ş adolesan erkeklerde sperm bankasi{dotless}ni{dotless}n kullani{dotless}mi{dotless}na yönelik bilgi ve uygulamalari{dotless}](Galenos Yayincilik,, 2014) Kurt A.S.; Topçu I.; Savaşer S.; Şen H.Introduction: This descriptive study aimed to identify the knowledge and practices regarding sperm banks among doctors and nurses treating young male patients with cancer. Materials and Methods: The study population comprised 71 doctors and 150 nurses working in the oncology clinics of hospitals affiliated with the Istanbul Health Directorate between January 1st and March 30th, 2012. No sampling was carried out, because the study aimed to reach the whole population. Results: Among the participants, 70% of the doctors and 42% of the nurses stated that there were no written rules on sperm preservation in their current institutions. Those wishing to have children, who are single, and who have to start chemotherapy immediately were the 3 most important patient groups doctors recommended for sperm preservation. Meanwhile, the nurses reported those wishing to have children, who were diagnosed recently, and who have to start chemotherapy immediately as the most important patients for fertility preservation. Doctors' and nurses' practices related to sperm freezing were unsatisfactory; the main factors influencing this situation were cultural factors, religious beliefs, and work load. Conclusions: Although health personnel are aware of the importance of sperm preservation in young male patients diagnosed with cancer, the related practices are not at desirable levels. © The Journal of Current Pediatrics, published by Galenos Publishing.
