Rheumatoid Arthritis And Atrial Fibrillation Connection Overview Rheumatoid arthritis (RA), an autoimmune condition affecting multiple organs, has garnered attention for its potential link to adverse cardiovascular outcomes, including atrial fibrillation (AF). Yet, the precise association remains elusive, with conflicting findings in the literature. Our study sought to elucidate this relationship and explore
Author: Nancy Ogbonna
Psychiatric Admission and Mortality Risk
Psychiatric Admission and Mortality Risk Overview The study investigated the impact of clinical characteristics on mortality risk among patients admitted to a psychiatric acute ward at Haukeland University Hospital in Bergen, Norway, between 2005 and 2014. A total of 6,125 patients were included in the prospective total-cohort study, with clinical interviews conducted
Wound Care: Treatment Options For Pain
Wound Care: Treatment Options For Pain Overview The management of pain involved with wound care, particularly during dressing changes, presents challenges due to the discomfort associated with these procedures. While pharmacological pain management strategies may have adverse effects and hinder wound care and healing, non-pharmacological interventions offer an alternative approach. However, the
Depression In Adolescent Patients Treated With Exercise
Depression In Adolescent Patients Treated With Exercise Overview The increasing prevalence of adolescent depression has garnered significant attention from both societal and academic realms. While exercise is recognized as a crucial method for alleviating adolescent depression, its effectiveness as an intervention remains a topic of debate. This study aims to address this
Dysphagia After Stroke And Depression Symptoms
Dysphagia After Stroke And Depression Symptoms Overview The study aimed to investigate the correlation between swallowing difficulties, known as dysphagia, and symptoms of anxiety and depression following ischemic stroke. Conducted as part of the STROKE-CARD Registry study from 2020 to 2022, the research assessed dysphagia upon hospital admission, its persistence until discharge,
Insomnia And The Atrial Fibrillation Connection
Insomnia And The Atrial Fibrillation Connection Overview This study sought to address a notable gap in the existing literature regarding the potential link between insomnia and the risk of atrial fibrillation (AF), a common cardiac arrhythmia associated with significant morbidity and mortality. By utilizing data from the HUNT study, a comprehensive population-based
Dementia Risk Assessed By Brain Artery Diameter
Dementia Risk Assessed By Brain Artery Diameter Overview In this study, the association between brain artery diameters and the risk of dementia and stroke was investigated across three distinct population-based studies utilizing conventional T2-weighted brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) images. A total of 8,420 adults aged over 40 years from these longitudinal
Stroke And The Risk Of Parkinson’s Disease
Stroke And The Risk Of Parkinson's Disease Overview This study investigates the incidence of Parkinson's disease (PD) among stroke patients and its association with post-stroke disabilities. Utilizing data from the Korean National Health Insurance Service spanning 2010 to 2018, the study analyzed 307,361 stroke patients and 380,917 age- and sex-matched individuals without
Peri-Operative Stroke Risk During Major Surgery
Peri-Operative Stroke Risk During Major Surgery Overview This study delves into the incidence and risk factors associated with peri-operative stroke, a rare yet significant complication of surgery. Drawing on retrospective register data from 23 hospitals in Sweden spanning 2007 to 2014, the research aimed to identify independent risk factors influencing stroke occurrence
Gastric Bypass Compared To Sleeve Gastrectomy In Diabetic Patients
Gastric Bypass Compared To Sleeve Gastrectomy In Diabetic Patients Overview This retrospective cohort study aimed to compare the effects of sleeve gastrectomy (SG) and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) on overall and diabetes-specific healthcare costs among patients with type 2 diabetes. The study analyzed data from Optum's deidentified Clinformatics® Data Mart database, focusing
