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
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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
Hypothalamus Diversity In Anorexia
Hypothalamus Diversity In Anorexia Overview The study delves into the intricate relationship between the hypothalamus, hormonal regulation, and weight-related disorders, namely anorexia nervosa (AN) and obesity. Recognizing the pivotal role of the hypothalamus in maintaining energy homeostasis, the research aims to identify morphometric alterations in specific hypothalamic subregions and their associations with
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
Chronic Pain In Adulthood Linked To Adverse Childhood Experiences
Chronic Pain In Adulthood Linked To Adverse Childhood Experiences Overview This study aimed to elucidate the complex interplay between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), anxiety, and chronic pain in adults through a systematic literature review (SLR) and meta-analysis. The narrative synthesis of findings revealed a substantial association between ACEs, anxiety, and chronic pain
Seizure Detection Algorithm Using Heart Rate Variability
Seizure Detection Algorithm Using Heart Rate Variability Overview This study aimed to validate a novel seizure detection algorithm, based on heart rate variability (HRV) and logistic regression machine learning (LRML), in a Brazilian patient cohort undergoing long-term video-electroencephalography (LTM) monitoring. The LRML algorithm had shown promise in a Danish patient cohort, and
First Seizure Effects on Cognition in Adults
First Seizure Effects on Cognition in Adults Overview Investigating cognitive and psychological functioning in adults after their first seizure, prior to epilepsy diagnosis and treatment, is crucial for understanding the early manifestations of neuropsychological comorbidities associated with chronic epilepsy. In this study, conducted through a telehealth-based prospective design, cognition, mood, and anxiety
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
Alzheimer’s Patients and Low Tau Burden Outcomes
Alzheimer's Patients and Low Tau Burden Outcomes Overview The study focuses on individuals within the Alzheimer's Disease (AD) pathway exhibiting abnormal amyloid-beta (Aβ) and tau deposition. Specifically, it investigates a subgroup characterized by low tau levels (A+T−) and compares them to their counterparts with higher tau levels (A+T+). The research involves 397 individuals
White Matter Brain Changes In Post-Chemotherapy Breast Cancer Patients
White Matter Brain Changes In Post-Chemotherapy Breast Cancer Patients Overview In this study, the objective was to evaluate white matter microstructural changes in older breast cancer survivors 5-15 years post-chemotherapy treatment. The participants included breast cancer survivors aged 65 or older who underwent chemotherapy (C+) and those who did not (C-), along
