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Development of brimonidine-loaded ethosomes for glaucoma: Investigation of intraocular pressure-lowering potential in vivo
(MDPI Publishing, 2026) Özdemir, Samet; Sağıroğlu, Ali Asram; Şen, Eslim; Gelmez Yıldız, Büşra; Karimli, Laman; Ezgi Durgun, Meltem; Çelebi, Ali Riza Cenk; Özsoy, Yıldız
Background/Objectives: Brimonidine tartrate (BRT), a selective α2-adrenergic receptor agonist, is commonly used in the treatment of glaucoma. However, conventional eye drop formulations suffer from poor ocular bioavailability and rapid elimination. This study aimed to develop and evaluate BRT-loaded ethosomes as a nanocarrier-based alternative to enhance intraocular delivery and therapeutic efficacy. Methods: Ethosomes were prepared using the thin-film hydration method and optimized via central composite design. The optimized formulation was subjected to physicochemical characterization, in vitro release testing, and ocular irritation assessment using the Hen egg test—chorioallantoic membrane (HET-CAM) model. Additionally, the intraocular pressure (IOP)-lowering efficacy of the formulation was evaluated in a rat glaucoma model. Results: The optimized ethosomal formulation exhibited favorable physicochemical properties, including a mean particle size of 122.6 ± 0.7 nm, zeta potential of −1.8 ± 0.9 mV, and encapsulation efficiency of 87.33 ± 0.04%. In vitro release data followed Higuchi kinetics. HET-CAM analysis indicated non-irritancy. In vivo, the ethosomal BRT formulation achieved comparable IOP-lowering effects to the marketed eye drops at one-third of the dose. Conclusions: The developed BRT loaded ethosomal system demonstrated promising physicochemical stability, sustained release, and therapeutic potential. These findings suggest that ethosomes may offer a safe and effective strategy for enhancing the ocular delivery of BRT in glaucoma therapy.
Anatomical study of the superficial and deep circumflex iliac arteries: Morphology, variability, and surgical relevance
(Springer Nature Link, 2026) Ok, Fatma; Nteli Chatzioglou, Gkionoul; Karip, Burak; Önal, Vildan; Yıldız, Nilay; Tatar, Burak Ergün; Gayretli, Özcan
Purpose The vascular anatomy of the groin region plays an important role in reconstructive surgery and regional anesthesia, yet data on the precise morphology and topography of the superficial and deep circumflex iliac arteries remain limited. Methods 28 lower extremities of fourteen formalin-fixed male cadavers were dissected to examine the superficial and deep circumflex iliac arteries. Their origins, branching patterns, diameters, and spatial relationships to the inguinal ligament and femoral triangle were recorded. Morphometric distances were measured with a digital caliper, and correlations between parameters were analyzed statistically. Results The superficial circumflex iliac artery arose exclusively from the femoral artery in all cases and was consistently located within the femoral triangle. Its mean origin diameter was 1.83±0.46 mm. The deep circumflex iliac artery showed greater variability, originating from the external iliac artery in half of the cases and from the femoral artery in the other half. Its mean origin diameter was 2.25±0.40 mm, and it was located outside the femoral triangle in 71.4% of cases. Multiple significant correlations were identified between vessel diameters, bifurcation points, and their spatial relationships with the inguinal ligament. Conclusion The superficial circumflex iliac artery displays consistent anatomy, whereas the deep circumflex iliac artery demonstrates notable variability in origin and topography, though with stable vessel caliber. These findings provide detailed morphometric insights that may support safer flap design and improve surgical and anesthetic planning in the groin region.
Influence of drying methods on redispersibility and dissolution of canagliflozin nanocrystals: A comparative approach
(MDPI Publishing, 2026) Pirinçci Tok, Yağmur; Demiralp, Burcu; Güngör, Sevgi; Sarıkaya, Ali Osman; Aldeniz, Emre Erol; Dude, Udaya Kumar; Özsoy, Yıldız
Background/Objectives: Canagliflozin (CFZ) is the first sodium glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT-2) inhibitor and is characterized by poor water solubility and permeability, resulting in low oral bioavailability. In this study, a CFZ nanosuspension (CFZ-NS) was converted into a solid form to improve the physical stability of CFZ nanocrystals (CFZ-NCs) and to enable formulation as a tablet dosage form. Methods: To achieve adequate redispersibility of dried CFZ-NCs, fluid bed granulation and spray-drying methods were employed, and the effects of critical process parameters were investigated. The stability of spray dried nanocrystal tablets (NCs-SD-TAB) was evaluated over a three-month period under storage conditions of 25 ± 2 ◦C with 60 ± 5% relative humidity (RH) and 40 ± 2 ◦C with 75 ± 5% RH. Results: The highest redispersibility index (94%) was obtained using the spray-drying method. Tablets prepared with spray-dried NCs-SD-TAB exhibited a significantly higher in vitro dissolution rate under non-sink conditions compared with control tablets prepared using unprocessed CFZ with the same excipients, as well as the marketed product. NCs-SD-TAB showed an approximately three-fold increase in drug release at 15 min in 0.1 N HCl, with a pH 4.5 acetate buffer and pH 6.8 phosphate buffer, which simulate gastrointestinal pH conditions, relative to the marketed product. Conclusions: Overall, these results indicate that nanocrystal technology represents a promising approach for CFZ as an improved oral drug-delivery system, primarily due to its solubility enhancement capabilities.
Energy production from gas hydrates
(Elsevier, 2025) Çifci, Günay; Parlaktuna, Mahmut; Çelebi, Serdar Suut; Okay Günaydın, Seda
Gas hydrates are a type of natural formation that contains large amounts of mostly methane, which is also known as natural gas, and water, in the form of ice. Methane hydrates are cages of water molecules that surround and trap methane molecules. Gas hydrate is geophysical, geologically and economically important for several reasons: Gas hydrates are good cap rocks for oil and natural gas. The methane hydrate itself is an important energy source. A volume of gas hydrate can store up to 164 times per volume of gas as zipped gas, and the fact that gas hydrate occurs almost all around the world. Methane seepage may indicate the existence of a deeper hydrocarbon reservoir, and the methane production and migration in the slope sediments may cause massive slope failure. Last but not least Methane gas has a minimum 22 times more global warm absorption capacity compared to carbon dioxide if it is released into the atmosphere. In other words, greenhouse gas is due to its contribution to climate change. Gas hydrates have drawn significant interest as a potential near future energy resource. Research in the production field of gas hydrates has focused on several key areas, including the feasibility of commercial production, the environmental impacts, and the technological improvements associated with the safe recovery of gas.
Comparison of quadro‑iliac plane block and erector spinae plane block for postoperative analgesia management after single level lumbar discectomy surgery: A randomized, double‑blind, controlled, prospective, multicenter study
(Springer Nature Link, 2025) Turan, Engin İhsan; Otlu Bıyıkoğlu, Büşra; Özen, Volkan; Alver, Selçuk; Umutoğlu, Tarık; Cücü, Oğuzhan; Çevik, Serdar; Çiftçi, Bahadır; Şahin, Ayça Sultan
Purpose Effective postoperative analgesia management is critical for optimizing recovery and patient satisfaction following lumbar discectomy. Erector Spinae Plane Block (ESPB) is an established regional anesthesia technique with proven efficacy, while the novel Quadro-Iliac Plane Block (QIPB) has shown promise as an alternative approach. This study compares the analgesic efficacy, opioid-sparing potential, and safety of ESPB and QIPB in single-level lumbar discectomies. Method This multicenter, prospective, randomized, double-blind study included 60 patients aged 18–65 years undergoing single-level lumbar discectomy. Patients were randomized into ESPB (n=30) and QIPB (n=30) groups. Both blocks were performed at the end of surgery, before the extubation under ultrasound guidance using 40 ml (0.25%) bupivacaine bilater ally. The primary outcome was postoperative pain assessed by the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) at 12 h. Secondary outcomes included tramadol consumption, rescue analgesia requirements, hemodynamic parameters, and adverse events. Results The primary outcome, 12-h NRS scores, did not differ significantly between groups (p>0.05), indicating similar anal gesic efficacy. Secondary outcomes—including total tramadol consumption (54.00±49.03 mg for ESPB vs. 44.67±44.16 mg for QIPB, p=0.476), need for rescue analgesia, and incidence of nausea and vomiting—were also comparable. No motor block was observed in either group. Conclusion Although QIPB did not demonstrate superiority over ESPB, it was found to be not inferior in analgesic effect and safety outcomes. These findings suggest that QIPB may be a reliable alternative to ESPB in lumbar discectomy procedures.
