Grand-parenting for healthy ageing in women: Fact or fiction?

abstract：:Unpaid, informal carers play a vital role in supporting people with long-term conditions. Being a carer can be challenging and carers may need support but they frequently fail to access it. Compared to research investigating the experiences of female carers, research with male carers is underdeveloped. The available e...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Greenwood N,Smith R

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the pharmacodynamic effects of a novel intrauterine drug delivery system, FibroPlant-levonorgestrel (LNG), on the endometrium in 24 postmenopausal women using estrogen substitution therapy (EST) to suppress climacteric symptoms. DESIGN:A 3-year non-comparative prospective clinical trial. SUBJECT...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Wildemeersch D,Schacht E,Wildemeersch P,Calleweart K,Pylyser K,De Wever N

更新日期：2004-05-28 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To study the possible changes in serum lipids and lipoproteins during hormone replacement therapy with special emphasis on the possible effects brought about by the progestogen. DESIGN:Open-label randomized prospective comparative study. SETTING:Gynecological outpatient department of an university hospital....

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： van der Mooren MJ,Leuven JA,Rolland R

更新日期：1994-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the percentage of endometrial hyperplasia positive for p53 expression in both spontaneously occurring cases or following the use of unopposed estradiol. METHODS:Fifty-four postmenopausal patients with endometrial hyperplasia diagnosed by endometrial biopsy and hysteroscopy were recruited to this...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Maia H Jr,Maltez A,Athayde C,Coelho G,Coutinho EM

更新日期：2003-03-28 00:00:00

abstract：:The Dallas Heart Study dataset was used to examine relationships between menopausal symptoms and depressive symptom severity in 384 women (37-73 years old) self-reporting as menopausal. Self-reported menopausal symptoms were grouped based on the Menopause-specific Quality of Life Questionnaire (MENQOL). Depressive sym...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Ji X,Singleterry S,Kulikova A,Harrison Y,Shivakumar G,Brown ES

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:By establishing a statistical profile of the average sexual behaviour of women during the climacteric period, an attempt was made to determine what influence the climacteric had on female sexual activity. With the advancement of age, the sexual activity of women tends to decline. The menopause itself tends to further ...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Bottiglioni F,De Aloysio D

更新日期：1982-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To develop and evaluate a 30-min online training for managers, in order to improve menopause-related knowledge, attitudes and confidence in having supportive discussions with women experiencing menopausal symptoms at work. The study also explored intentions and behaviour in terms of having conversations. ST...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Hardy C,Griffiths A,Hunter MS

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this study was to investigate the putative changes in serum angiotensinase activities (aminopeptidase N, APN; aminopeptidase B, APB; aminopeptidase A, APA; aspartyl aminopeptidase, ASAP) involved in the renin-angiotensin system (RAS) in women with breast cancer treated or not with a neoadjuvant thera...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Ramírez-Expósito MJ,Carrera-González Mdel P,Mayas MD,Dueñas B,Martínez-Ferrol J,Martínez-Martos JM

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Similar to their US counterparts, Costa Rican women enter menopause at ∼50 years of age, have similar symptoms, including hot flashes and night sweats, as well as an overall negative attitude toward the menopausal transition. One study of rural women in Monteverde reported that women knew little about the menopausal t...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Locklear TD,Doyle BJ,Perez AL,Wicks SM,Mahady GB

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Serum cholesterol concentrations in lipoprotein fractions and subfractions were determined in 11 peri-menopausal women both before and after bilateral oophorectomy, as well as 60 days after commencement of oral oestradiol replacement therapy. Pre-operatively, all subjects were found to have normal lipid and lipoprotei...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Blumenfeld Z,Aviram M,Brook GJ,Brandes JM

更新日期：1983-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Vaginal atrophy (VA) is a chronic medical condition. It is managed unsatisfactorily, despite its high prevalence and negative impact on female quality of life. In order to meet their needs, it would be useful to know what women perceive to be the most bothersome symptom (MBS) of VA. STUDY DESIGN:Cross-secti...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Palma F,Xholli A,Cagnacci A,as the writing group of the AGATA study.

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To analyse the relationship between nocturnal micturition and health in 40- to 64-year-old women. A questionnaire study was carried out in 3669 randomly selected women (out of 6000 invited) in the County of Jämtland, Sweden. Questions were asked about the general health status of health, health development during the ...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Asplund R,Aberg HE

更新日期：2000-05-29 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To study the effects of different types of continuous hormone replacement therapy on carbohydrate metabolism. METHOD:Postmenopausal women were treated with conjugated estrogens, 0.625 mg/medroxyprogesterone acetate, 2.5 or 5 mg (CEE/MPA) or tibolone 2.5 mg daily for 13 28-day cycles. Serum glucose and insuli...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Odmark IS,Carlström K,Jonsson B,Jonasson AF

更新日期：2006-01-10 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Levonorgestrel (LNG), delivered locally into the uterine cavity has a profound effect on the endometrium. The aim of the study was to use a LNG intrauterine system to treat non-atypical and atypical endometrial hyperplasia in women and to evaluate the long-term cure (remission) rate. METHODS:Each of the 20 ...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Wildemeersch D,Janssens D,Pylyser K,De Wever N,Verbeeck G,Dhont M,Tjalma W

更新日期：2007-06-20 00:00:00

abstract：:The maturation value (MV), cervical mucus parameters (ferning, Spinnbarkeit), oestrone (E1), oestradiol (E2), oestriol (E3), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), prolactin (PRL), thyrotropin (TSH), growth hormone (GH), sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG), corticosteroid binding globulin (CBG) ...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Haspels AA,Luisi M,Kicovic PM

更新日期：1981-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This paper aims to report the methodology of a study of a cohort of middle-aged women in Taiwan, their age at menopause, and related factors and prevalence of menopausal symptoms, and to examine the relationships between symptoms and sociodemographic variables. METHODS:An epidemiological study of neuropsych...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Fuh JL,Wang SJ,Lu SR,Juang KD,Chiu LM

更新日期：2001-08-25 00:00:00

abstract：:With ageing populations a major challenge is to maintain physical and cognitive function, quality of life and independence. The literature does not only indicate important gender differences in lifestyle behaviours, but also how these behaviours might affect health outcomes. The current review has a male perspective w...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Södergren M

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:It is still controversial whether hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can affect the onset of uterine myomas or their growth in postmenopause. It is likely that some therapeutic schedules can influence the myometrial growth differently, due to a more potent stimulation of the uterine receptors. The aim of the ...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Polatti F,Viazzo F,Colleoni R,Nappi RE

更新日期：2000-11-30 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:In one of the earlier hypotheses of the etiology of breast cancer (Korenman's 'oestrogen window' hypothesis (1981)), it was assumed that women with a later age at menopause have a longer period with irregular cycles preceding menopause than women with an early menopause. This assumption was tested in a prosp...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： den Tonkelaar I,te Velde ER,Looman CW

更新日期：1998-06-03 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine whether physical activity during the last five years is related to later breast mammographic density in postmenopausal Greek women. METHODS:We designed a cross-sectional study in 724 women, of ages 45-67 years. An interview-administered questionnaire was used to obtain information on duration and ...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Marmara EA,Papacharalambous XN,Kouloulias VE,Maridaki DM,Baltopoulos JP

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite the clear benefits of long-term hormone replacement therapy (HRT), the majority of patients tend to undergo short-term treatment. The cyclical bleedings induced by the sequential progestogen administration are often unacceptable namely in the elderly postmenopausal women. At the standard doses HRT preparations...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Gambacciani M,Genazzani AR

更新日期：2001-12-14 00:00:00

abstract：:Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women throughout the United States and Europe. Despite efforts to raise awareness, the sex-specific risk factors are still poorly recognized in both regions, and many women do not identify cardiovascular disease as a primary threat. During midlife, the incidence ...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Shufelt C,Dutra E,Torbati T,Ramineni T

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine the prevalence and correlates of foot problems in older women over a 6-year period. STUDY DESIGN:Women aged 70-75 years who participated in the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women's Health completed a postal questionnaire incorporating questions relating to demographics, major medical condition...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Menz HB,Barr EL,Brown WJ

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of depressive symptoms in peri- and post-menopausal Taiwanese women, and to investigate the relation between depressive symptoms and demographic variables, chronic disease status, health habits, stress management, menopausal symptoms, and attitudes towa...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Wang HL,Booth-LaForce C,Tang SM,Wu WR,Chen CH

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Many women have turned to complementary and alternative medicines for relief from their perimenopausal symptoms. The prevalence of plant-based medicine use among perimenopausal women highlights the need for investigation into these interventions. The aim of this study was to evaluate the benefit of soy prepa...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Huntley AL,Ernst E

更新日期：2004-01-20 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The purpose of this review is to focus on the importance of metabolic syndrome (MBS) and its increased prevalence in postmenopausal (PM) women. Also the role of hormonal therapy in PM women with MBS will be discussed. METHODS:Review of the relevant literature and results from recent clinical trials. RESULT...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Lobo RA

更新日期：2008-05-20 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Loss of muscle strength is associated with falls, which, in turn, are the main cause of hip fractures in elderly people. The factors that most influence loss of strength in elderly people are a decrease in muscle mass, i.e. sarcopenia, and an increase in fat, i.e. obesity. METHODS:A prospective randomized...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Malafarina V,Uriz-Otano F,Gil-Guerrero L,Iniesta R,Zulet MA,Martinez JA

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the effects of a multicomponent physical exercise program on cognitive and affective functioning among nursing home residents and to clarify whether there are any changes in serum levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) among participants. STUDY DESIGN:This was a single-blind randomi...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Arrieta H,Rezola-Pardo C,Kortajarena M,Hervás G,Gil J,Yanguas JJ,Iturburu M,Gil SM,Irazusta J,Rodriguez-Larrad A

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To better define the longitudinal changes in renal function, to examine the associated risk factors, and to investigate whether there is an independent association of decline in renal function with presence of carotid plaque in a middle-aged and elderly healthy population. METHODS:245 healthy individuals (9...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Jiang S,Sun X,Gu H,Chen Y,Xi C,Qiao X,Chen X

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Associations between depression and impaired functioning are well known and have been documented in numerous clinical, primary care and epidemiological studies. Reviews of this research have focused on the elderly. Recent studies suggest that women become increasingly vulnerable during the menopausal transition to dec...

journal_title：Maturitas

authors： Bromberger JT,di Scalea TL

更新日期：2009-11-20 00:00:00