Browsing by Author "Dilbilir, Yusuf"

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The Effect of Shotblocker on Pain and Satisfaction During Measles-Rubella Vaccination: a Randomized Controlled Trial
(Elsevier Science Inc, 2025) Can, Veysel; Aysin, Nesrullah; Bulduk, Mehmet; Aysin, Jiyan Tan; Dilbilir, Yusuf
Aim: The study aim to evaluate the effect of shotblocker on pain and satisfaction during measles-mumps-rubella vaccination among infants. Method: A randomized controlled experimental design was used. The study was conducted between August and October 2024 at a Family Health Centre under the Public Health Directorate in eastern Turkey. The sample consisted of 60 infants receiving MMR vaccination, divided into two groups: the ShotBlocker group (n = 30) and the control group (n = 30). Infants in the ShotBlocker group were vaccinated using the ShotBlocker device, while those in the control group underwent routine vaccination without additional intervention. Data were collected using the FLACC Pain Scale and the Newcastle Satisfaction with Nursing Care Scale (NEW-SNCS). Ethical principles were strictly followed. Results: Observations by mothers and nurses indicated significantly lower pain scores during and after vaccination in the ShotBlocker group compared to the control group (p < 0.001). Mothers' satisfaction scores with nursing care were significantly higher in the ShotBlocker group (p < 0.001). Additionally, pulse rates following vaccination were lower in the ShotBlocker group, reflecting reduced physiological stress responses (p < 0.001). Conclusion: ShotBlocker effectively reduces vaccination pain, improves maternal satisfaction, and lessens physiological stress. Its low cost and ease of use support its potential for routine immunization. Further studies are needed to assess its effectiveness across different age groups and clinical contexts. (c) 2025 Elsevier Inc. All rights are reserved, including those for text and data mining, AI training, and similar technologies.
Prevalence of Intestinal Parasites in School-Age Children in Turkey: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
(Public Library Science, 2025) Halidi, Ahmed Galip; Yaran, Kemal; Aydemir, Selahattin; Ekici, Abdurrahman; Dilbilir, Yusuf
Background Intestinal parasites are a major public health problem worldwide, especially in societies with low socioeconomic status and where sanitation rules are not sufficiently emphasized. School-age children are the most affected group in these societies. In light of the literature data, the intestinal parasites detected in school-age children and the geographical and socioeconomic structure of Turkey are evaluated together. The study hypothesizes that the parasite prevalence in school-age children is high, and there is substantial socioeconomic and geographical variation in species-specific prevalence. It is aimed to determine the pooled prevalence of intestinal parasite infections in school-age children in Turkey, identify the common parasite species, and compare the prevalence in different geographical regions of Turkey.Methods The Web of Science, PubMed, Scopus, and TR index databases were searched to access published articles reporting the presence of intestinal parasites among school-age children in Turkey. The prevalence of intestinal parasites was calculated using a random effects model. Subgroup analyses were performed according to the parasite species and geographical regions of Turkey. Also, year-based meta-regression analyses were conducted.Results A total of 204.754 samples from 99 articles were included in the analysis. The pooled prevalence of intestinal parasites was 29%, with high heterogeneity (I-2 = 99.88%, P < 0.001). The subgroup analysis revealed that the Southeastern Anatolia is the region with higher prevalence of intestinal parasites among school-age children, with a rate of 41% (I-2 = 99.44%, P < 0.001). Subgroup analysis for parasite species revealed that G. intestinalis/duedonalis/labmblia (11%; 95% CI: 9%-13%, I-2 = 99.85) was the most frequently detected parasite in school-age children, followed by Blastocystis spp., Enterobius vermicularis, Entamoeba coli, Ascaris lumbricoides and Entamoeba histolytica/dispar.Conclusion The prevalence of intestinal parasitic infections (IPI) among school-age children in Turkey is particularly high in Southeastern Anatolia, the Mediterranean, and Eastern Anatolia. Socioeconomic conditions, education, and geography are the main factors that affect this situation. It is crucial for school-age children and their parents to receive education on the transmission mechanisms of intestinal parasitic infections (IPIs) and strategies for their prevention. Furthermore, it is essential for local governments and public authorities to upgrade infrastructure to ensure that drinking water and food are not contaminated by polluted water sources.