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Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) constitute a frequent cause of hospitalization in older people. The risk of ADRs is increased by the prescription of potentially inappropriate medications for older people (PIMs)....
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Differentiating depression and dementia in elderly patients represents a major clinical challenge for psychiatrists. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment options for both conditions are often used...
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Open AccessAdverse drug reactions in geriatric psychiatry—retrospective cohort study of a 6-year period
To investigate the frequency and characteristics of adverse drug reactions (ADRs) that occurred on the gerontopsychiatric ward of Hannover Medical School over a 6-year period.
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Open AccessThe comorbidity and co-medication profile of patients with progressive supranuclear palsy
Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is usually diagnosed in elderly. Currently, little is known about comorbidities and the co-medication in these patients.
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Open AccessThe comorbidity profiles and medication issues of patients with multiple system atrophy: a systematic cross-sectional analysis
Multiple system atrophy (MSA) is a complex and fatal neurodegenerative movement disorder. Understanding the comorbidities and drug therapy is crucial for MSA patients’ safety and management.