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Systematic review and meta-analysis of current evidences in endograft therapy vs. medical treatment for Spontaneous Isolated Superior Mesenteric Artery Dissection
ObjectiveEndovascular stent therapy (EST) for spontaneous isolated superior mesenteric artery dissection (SISMAD) is gaining popularity, yet the...
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Feeding Assistance Skill Score: development and verification of reliability and validity
PurposeFeeding assistance should be safe and improve the assisted individual’s ability to feed, yet objective tools for evaluating these skills are...
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White matter microstructural integrity as a key to effective propagation of gamma entrainment in humans
Gamma entrainment through sensory stimulation has the potential to reduce the pathology of Alzheimer’s disease in mouse models. However, clinical...
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A quantitative study on the impact of a community falls pharmacist role, on medicines optimisation in older people at risk of falls
BackgroundThe World Falls guidance includes medication review as part of its recommended multifactorial risk assessment for those at high risk of...
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Urinary concerns among older adults: a qualitative analysis in the context of healthy aging
BackgroundUrinary concerns increase with age impacting health and quality of life. The aims of this study were to describe: (1) urinary concerns as...
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Survival and prognostic factors of primary retroperitoneal sarcomas after surgery: a single-center experience
PurposeThe percentage of retroperitoneal sarcomas (RPS) among all soft tissue sarcomas ranges from 10 to 15%. Surgery remains the gold standard for...
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Psychological distress among family caregivers of persons with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias in Uganda
BackgroundAlzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) present growing global health challenges, especially in aging populations, such as Uganda....
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The infrapatellar fat pad in inflammaging, knee joint health, and osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis and accounts for nearly $140 billion in annual healthcare expenditures only in the United...
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ATM, BLM, and CDH1 gene co-mutations in a high-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma patient with multiple abdominal cavity metastases: a case report and literature review
BackgroundHigh-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma (HG-ESS) is a rare malignant tumor with poor prognosis. To overcome the limitations of current...
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Safety and efficacy of minimally invasive gastrectomy for older patients with gastric cancer after neoadjuvant chemotherapy and immunotherapy: a propensity score-matched analysis
BackgroundThe effect of neoadjuvant immunotherapy on minimally invasive gastrectomy (MIG) in older patients with gastric cancer remains...
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Plasma Biomarkers of Alzheimer’s Disease and Neurodegeneration According to Sociodemographic Characteristics and Chronic Health Conditions
Ultrasensitive assays have been developed which enable biomarkers of Alzheimer’s disease pathology and neurodegeneration to be measured in blood....
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Development and validation of a risk prediction model for motoric cognitive risk syndrome in older adults
ObjectiveThe objective of this study was to develop a risk prediction model for motoric cognitive risk syndrome (MCR) in older adults.
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Aberrant telomeric structures and serum markers of telomere dysfunction in healthy aging: a preliminary study
Telomeres undergo a progressive shortening process as individuals age, and it has been proposed that severely shortened and dysfunctional telomeres...
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Benefits of a family-based care transition program for older adults after hip fracture surgery
BackgroundHip fracture (HF) in older adults is strongly associated with a greater decline in their activities of daily living (ADLs) and...
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The influence of sex-specific factors on biological transformations and health outcomes in aging processes
The aging process demonstrates notable differences between males and females, which are key factors in disease susceptibility and lifespan. The...
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Voices Unheard: Navigating the Disempowerment of Older Adults in Family Dynamics in Kashmir (India)
This paper attempts to investigate the dwindling status of older adults within family settings in Kashmir, specifically focusing on their...
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Explaining Socioeconomic Inequality in Psychological Well-being among Older People: A Comparison between Vietnam and Myanmar
Limited understanding exists regarding the social determinants of psychological well-being inequalities, particularly in develo** countries with...
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Exploring the complexity of EEG patterns in Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder primarily associated with motor dysfunctions. By the time of definitive...
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Epiploic steal: is this concept the key to reducing colorectal anastomotic leak rates?
PurposeEnsuring optimal colonic perfusion is a critical step in every colorectal anastomosis. The aim of this study is to describe the concept of...