Skin Barrier Break Downs: Risk Factors In The Geriatric Population Overview Skin barrier dysfunction can precipitate various skin ailments in the elderly population, underscoring the importance of skin barrier assessment for nurses and caregivers in averting such conditions. Despite its significance, the clinical evidence on skin barrier assessment remains limited. To address
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Periodontitis Patients Likely To Suffer From Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment
Periodontitis Patients Likely To Suffer From Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment In recent years, research has increasingly confirmed a robust epidemiological link between periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis (RA), with studies since 2017 reinforcing this connection. However, questions remain regarding the reciprocal effects of treating either condition and the underlying biological mechanisms. This review
Cardiac Troponins And Mortality Risk In Emergency Room Visits For Geriatric Falls
Cardiac Troponins And Mortality Risk In Emergency Room Visits For Geriatric Falls Overview The occurrence of emergency department (ED) visits following ground-level falls (GLF) is frequent, with potential links to myocardial infarction (MI), particularly in older adults who may experience unrecognized MIs. To explore this connection, we conducted a prospective, international, multicenter
Statin Therapy To Smash Cardiovascular Risk In Diabetic Patients
Statin Therapy To Smash Cardiovascular Risk In Diabetic Patients Overview The study aimed to assess the impact of statin therapy on preventing cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), considering their baseline low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels. Researchers analyzed data from electronic medical records in Hong Kong spanning
Cognitive Compromise In Prostate Cancer Patients Receiving Hormone Therapy
Cognitive Compromise In Prostate Cancer Patients Receiving Hormone Therapy Overview A comprehensive review and meta-analysis delved into the potential cognitive effects of hormone therapy, a common treatment for prostate cancer. While prior research yielded conflicting outcomes, this study aimed to provide clarity by synthesizing longitudinal data on both objective (cognitive tests) and
Nanosized Traditional Chinese Medicine Technology To Overcome The Blood-Brain Barrier
Nanosized Traditional Chinese Medicine Technology To Overcome The Blood-Brain Barrier Overview Podcast on Spotify Podcast This review explores the intersection of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and nanotechnology, known as nano-TCM, as a promising avenue for overcoming the challenges posed by the blood-brain barrier (BBB) in treating central nervous system (CNS) diseases. While TCM has
Anticoagulation Therapy In Risky Geriatric Cardiac Patients
Anticoagulation Therapy In Risky Geriatric Cardiac Patients In the realm of cardiovascular health, the coexistence of atrial fibrillation (AF) with heart failure (HF) presents a significant challenge for anticoagulation, particularly in the aging population. Uncertainties abound regarding treatment efficacy and patient outcomes. The All Nippon AF In the Elderly (ANAFIE) Registry,
Difficulty With Hearing And Blood Pressure In Geriatric Adults
Difficulty With Hearing And Blood Pressure In Geriatric Adults Overview This cross-sectional study aimed to explore the relationship between hearing function, as measured by pure-tone average (PTA) of air conduction thresholds, and 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure (BP) in older adults. Conducted among 1404 community-dwelling individuals aged 65 years and above from the
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
Cataract Surgery Impact On Cognitive Test Scores
Cataract Surgery Impact On Cognitive Test Scores Overview This prospective observational study aimed to assess the impact of cataract surgery on mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia in individuals aged 75 years and older. Conducted between 2019 and 2021, the study involved 88 eligible patients who underwent cataract surgery. Cognitive function was
