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Open AccessA proposal for virtual, telephone-based preoperative cognitive assessment in older adults undergoing elective surgery
To assess the feasibility of administering the MoCA 5-minute test/Telephone (T-MoCA), an abbreviated version of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment to older adults perioperatively
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Long-term Outcomes Following Esophagectomy in Older and Younger Adults with Esophageal Cancer
Patterns of overall and disease-free survival after esophagectomy for esophageal cancer in older adults have not been carefully studied.
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Apixaban Levels in Octogenarian Patients with Non-valvular Atrial Fibrillation
There is a paucity of data on apixaban levels among octogenarians with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF). We aimed to compare apixaban levels between octogenarians (with and without dose reduction) and y...
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Open AccessPopcorn is more satiating than potato chips in normal-weight adults
Strategies that may increase compliance to reduced energy intakes are needed to reduce the health burden of obesity. Conflicting evidence exists regarding the effects of snacking on satiety and energy intake.
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A short term functional outcome study comparing closed reduction percutaneous wire fixation with open reduction internal fixation for fractures of the distal radius: a pilot study
The best treatment for dorsally displaced distal radius fracture is still debated. The aim of our study is to use the patient rated wrist evaluation (PRWE) and Euroqol functional outcome scores to look at pati...
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Open AccessFactors influencing the consumption of seafood among young children in Perth: a qualitative study
This formative study sought to explore the factors that influence the consumption of fish and seafood among 4–6 year old children in the Perth metropolitan area. Focus groups were conducted with mothers of you...
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Open AccessWound healing and inflammation genes revealed by array analysis of 'macrophageless' PU.1 null mice
Wound healing is a complex process requiring the collaborative efforts of different tissues and cell lineages, and involving the coordinated interplay of several phases of proliferation, migration, matrix synt...
