Browsing by Author "Emre, Ismet Emrah"

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Angiolymphoid hyperplasia with eosinophilia of the maxillary sinus and orbit
(MODESTUM LTD, 2017-01-01) Emre, Ismet Emrah; Aksoy, Elif; Unal, Omer Faruk
Angiolymphoid hyperplasia with eosinophilia (ALHE) is an inflammatory disorder characterized by benign vasoproliferative lesions. Although these lesions are typically found around the ear and external auditory canal, there are several studies that present cases with ocular involvement. In this report we present the first case of ALHE with ocular and sinus involvement in Turkish literature.
Audiovestibular Manifestations in Patients with Ankylosing Spondylitis - A Case Report and Review of the Literature
(AVES, 2015-01-01) Koc, Ahmet; Emre, Ismet Emrah
Ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic systemic inflammatory disease of unknown origin affecting up to 1\% of the population. Audiovestibular impairment has been observed in ankylosing spondylitis and sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) is the most common form. The cause of SNHL is still unknown but the possible causes are as follows: vascular inflammation (obliterative vasculitis) of small vessels, ossification of the articular tissue of the middle ear, and use of non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs. This is a case report of a patient with ankylosing spondylitis and SNHL along with a discussion of the literature regarding cochleovestibular impairment in ankylosing spondylitis.
Endoscopic ear surgery
(ELSEVIER, 2020-01-01) Emre, Ismet Emrah; Cingi, Cemal; Muluk, Nuray Bayar; Nogueira, Joao Flavio
Objectives: This article reviews the advantages and disadvantages of endoscopic ear surgery (EES). Method: Pubmed, Google and the Proquest Central Database at Kirikkale University were queried using the keywords ``endoscopic ear surgery{''}, ``ear surgery{''} and ``endoscopy{''} to identify the literature needed for the review. Results: Endoscopes allow for enhanced surgical visualisation. The distal part of the apparatus is illuminated and contains lenses angled to allow a wider view of the operative area. Transcanal endoscopic techniques have transformed the external ear canal (EAC) into an operative gateway. The benefits EES can offer include wider views, enhanced imaging capabilities and increased magnification, and ways to see otherwise poorly visualisable portions of the middle ear. EES permits surgeons to operate using minimally invasive otological techniques. When compared with microscope-assisted surgery, endoscopic tympanoplasty has been shown to require a shorter operating time in some instances. There are a number of drawbacks to EES, however, which include the fact that it is a single-handed technique, that the light source may produce thermal injury and that visualisation using the endoscope is severely curtailed if bleeding is profuse. Conclusion: EES is a safe and effective technique. The current literature supports the idea that the results achieved by endoscopic methods are usually comparably beneficial to results obtained using conventional microscopic methods. (c) 2019 PLA General Hospital Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery. Production and hosting by Elsevier (Singapore) Pte Ltd.
Identifying Septal Support Reconstructions for Saddle Nose Deformity The Cakmak Algorithm
(AMER MEDICAL ASSOC, 2015-01-01) Cakmak, Ozcan; Emre, Ismet Emrah; Ozkurt, Fazil Emre
IMPORTANCE The saddle nose deformity is one of the most challenging problems in nasal surgery with a less predictable and reproducible result than other nasal procedures. The main feature of this deformity is loss of septal support with both functional and aesthetic implications. Most reports on saddle nose have focused on aesthetic improvement and neglected the reestablishment of septal support to improve airway. OBJECTIVES To explain how the Cakmak algorithm, an algorithm that describes various fixation techniques and grafts in different types of saddle nose deformities, aids in identifying saddle nose reconstructions that restore supportive nasal framework and provide the aesthetic improvements typically associated with procedures to correct saddle nose deformities. DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS This algorithm presents septal support reconstruction of patients with saddle nose deformity based on the experience of the senior author in 206 patients with saddle nose deformity. Preoperative examination, intraoperative assessment, reconstruction techniques, graft materials, and patient evaluation of aesthetic success were documented, and 4 different types of saddle nose deformities were defined. MAIN OUTCOMES AND MEASURES The Cakmak algorithm classifies varying degrees of saddle nose deformity from type 0 to type 4 and helps identify the most appropriate surgical procedure to restore the supportive nasal framework and aesthetic dorsum. RESULTS Among the 206 patients, 110 women and 96 men, mean (range) age was 39.7 years (15-68 years), and mean (range) of follow-up was 32 months (6-148 months). All but 12 patients had a history of previous nasal surgeries. Application of the Cakmak algorithm resulted in 36 patients categorized with type 0 saddle nose deformities
Modified Composite-Flap Facelift Combined With Finger-Assisted Malar Elevation (FAME): A Cadaver Study
(OXFORD UNIV PRESS INC, 2018-01-01) Cakmak, Ozcan; Ozucer, Berke; Aktekin, Mustafa; Ozkurt, Fazil Emre; Al-Salman, Rami; Emre, Ismet Emrah
Background: Inadequate release of retaining ligaments during facelift surgery may lead to an unnatural appearance. However, most facelift surgeons are hesitant in transecting these ligaments to avoid possible injury to facial subbranches. Objectives: In the authors' surgical practice for modified composite flap rhytidectomy, the authors employed the finger-assisted malar elevation (FAME) technique in order to enable safe release of the zygomatic cutaneous ligaments through the prezygomatic space under direct vision. The aim was to evaluate the anatomical basis and safety measures of this technique through a cadaveric dissection study. Methods: Modified composite-flap facelift with the FAME technique was carried out in 22 fresh cadaver hemi-faces. All facial nerve subbranches were dissected thoroughly to assess for any evidence of injury during facelift, and to evaluate the safety of the operation. The relations among the facial nerve, zygomatic cutaneous and masseteric ligaments, orbicularis oculi muscle, and malar fat pad were investigated. Results: Finger dissection of the prezygomatic space allows safe release of the zygomatic cutaneous ligaments as well as adequate entry to a proper surgical plane above the zygomatici muscles under direct vision, while leaving the malar fat pad and overlying structures attached to the skin without the need of a transblepharoplasty approach. Conclusions: This study by the authors shows that a modified composite-flap facelift with FAME technique is a safe procedure that allows adequate and effective repositioning of an en-bloc composite flap that produces balanced and harmonious rejuvenation of the midface and lower face without the need of a separate midface lift.
Post Endolaryngeal Laser Surgery Carbon Granuloma
(GALENOS YAYINCILIK, 2017-01-01) Ertas, Burak; Emre, Ismet Emrah; Aksoy, Elif; Ulubil, Arif; Guven, Melih Guven; Tanyeri, Hasan; Unal, Omer Faruk
Aim: This study was performed to highlight the phenomenon of carbon granulation formation after laser vocal cord surgery. Emphasis was put on the fact that these granulomas closely resemble tumor recurrence and due to the similarity of appearance, histological evaluation is necessary for diagnosis. Methods: This study included 35 male patients presenting to the Acibadem University Hospital with early-stage laryngeal cancer between 2009 and 2013. All patients underwent laser-assisted interventions on the vocal cords. Patient follow-up was continued for two years and granuloma formation or tumor recurrence was noted. Results: During the two-year follow-up period, a total of five patients presented with new vocal cord lesions. One of the cases was determined to be a tumor recurrence. The remaining four were carbon granulomas that regressed during the follow-up period. Conclusion: Although carbon granuloma formation is not very common, it is still frequent enough to be thoroughly discussed in the literature. With laser surgery for early-stage laryngeal cancer becoming more popular every day, the incidence of carbon granulomas is likely to increase. An algorithm for this type of lesion without putting patients' health at risk will be a valuable tool in the near future.