Assoc. Prof. M.D. Abdülhak Hamit Karayağız Reviews

A 28-year-old competitive freediver from Antalya presented with recurrent abdominal pain after deep dives. Dr. Karayağız discovered a rare case of mesenteric ischemia triggered by the Valsalva maneuver during equalization. Treatment involved specialized breathing retraining and vasodilators, allowing the patient to return to competitive diving within three months with modified techniques.

A 72-year-old retired calligraphy master from Konya, who had been secretly swallowing small amounts of ink for 'spiritual purification' for decades, developed mysterious black stools. Dr. Karayağız diagnosed chronic heavy metal poisoning from traditional ink ingredients. Treatment involved chelation therapy and counseling, with the patient's intricate stomach patterns visible during endoscopy becoming a medical curiosity.

A 19-year-old university student from a low-income family in Diyarbakır presented with severe malnutrition despite adequate food intake. Dr. Karayağız identified a previously undocumented congenital defect in bile acid synthesis. The innovative treatment involved customized nutritional supplements funded through a hospital charity program, with dramatic improvement in six weeks.

A 45-year-old Istanbul ferry captain developed cyclical vomiting synchronized with tidal patterns. Dr. Karayağız diagnosed a rare form of autonomic neuropathy exacerbated by motion and pressure changes. Treatment involved vestibular retraining and timed medication, allowing the captain to return to work with modified schedules during neap tides.