Significance and clinical applications of ultrasound score in assessing the clinical severity of acute cholecystitis in the elderly.

abstract：:In the elderly assessment of renal function by glomerular filtration rate estimation is crucial for diagnostic, therapeutic and prognostic purposes. Our aim is to illustrate the different formulas available and their respective advantages and disadvantages. ...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Ungar A,Iacomelli I,Giordano A,Roberts AT,Rafanelli M,Marchionni N

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Adaptation to strength training in very old mobility-limited individuals is not fully characterized. Therefore, the aim of this study was to perform a thorough investigation of the adaptation to a lower body strength training regime in this population, with particular emphasis on the relationship between cha...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Aas SN,Seynnes O,Benestad HB,Raastad T

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The role played by cognitive reserve for the maintenance of numeracy skills in late adulthood is still not sufficiently explored. AIMS:This study mainly investigated whether cognitive reserve (i.e., vocabulary) mediates on the relationship between non-verbal reasoning and addition and multiplication skills ...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Mulas I,Ruiu M,Fastame MC

更新日期：2020-06-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diabetes mellitus (DM) is highly prevalent and increasing in geriatric population. Depression and sleep disorders occur at a higher rate in patients with diabetes compared with controls. AIM:The purpose of this study was to demonstrate whether diabetic complications influence the sleep quality and depressio...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Öztürk ZA,Yesil Y,Kuyumcu ME,Savas E,Uygun Ö,Sayıner ZA,Kepekçi Y

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Falls among the elderly are often associated with walking on uneven ground. Obstacle negotiation requires both postural reaction strategies and anticipatory strategies which may be impaired with age. Anticipatory strategies are necessary in many daily living situations such as crossing the street and negotia...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Laessoe U,Voigt M

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:Dehydration is the most common fluid or electrolyte disorder among older persons. This study was designed to examine the hydration status of community-dwelling seniors. METHODS:Blood and urine samples were collected from 67 independently living volunteers (65-93 yrs) who had functional limitations ...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Morgan AL,Masterson MM,Fahlman MM,Topp RV,Boardley D

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Association between socio-demographic factors and dementia risk is studied in general but not for atrial fibrillation (AF) patients. METHODS:We studied AF patients ≥ 45 years in Sweden 1998-2012 (n = 537,513) using the Total Population Register for socio-demographic factors, the Swedish Cause of Death Regis...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Wändell P,Carlsson AC,Li X,Gasevic D,Sundquist J,Sundquist K

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diverticular disease of the colon also affects older people. Generally, older patients with diverticulitis may be regarded as too risky to undergo surgery. This retroprospective multicentric observational study aims to assess the safety and benefits of laparoscopic peritoneal lavage (LPL) in elderly patients...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Boselli C,Gemini A,Cirocchi R,Grassi V,Avenia S,Polistena A,Sanguinetti A,Pironi D,Santoro A,Tabola R,Burattini MF,Avenia N

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We define active aging as a striving for activities as per one's goals, capacities and opportunities. AIM:To test the 1-year counselling intervention effects on active aging. METHODS:In this two-arm single-blinded randomized controlled trial, the intervention group received individually tailored counsellin...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Rantanen T,Hassandra M,Pynnönen K,Siltanen S,Kokko K,Karavirta L,Kauppinen M,Sipilä S,Saajanaho M,Portegijs E

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:Cardiovascular disease is a major cause of mortality in end-stage renal disease patients (ESRD). The rate of elderly and polypathologic patients in ESRD is increasing. Elevated levels of C-reactive protein (CRP) have been shown to be associated with increased mortality in ESRD patients. The aim of t...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Millet C,Bosson JL,Pernod G,Wauters JP,Couturier P,Quesada JL,Zaoui P

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To investigate the prevalence and related factors of cognitive impairment in community-dwelling older residents in Beijing, China. METHODS:This is a cross-sectional study. A total of 2017 older individuals aged ≥ 60 years from Beijing Longitudinal Study of Aging were included in this study. Information on d...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Han R,Tang Z,Ma L

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:The aim of this study was to develop a Turkish version of the Nottingham Extended Activities of Daily Living Scale (NEADLS) and to assess its reliability and validity. METHODS:Sixty healthy volunteers over 67 years old were included in the study. After translation, the Turkish version of the scale ...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Sahin F,Yilmaz F,Ozmaden A,Kotevoglu N,Sahin T,Kuran B

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:The clinical problems and needs of our oldest old (≥85 years) are often substantially different from those of younger patients, and are arguably different from younger elderly patients (age 65-84). With the increasing number of frail oldest olds residing in Nursing Homes (NH), we aim to identi...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Honney K,Trepte NJ,Parker RA,Patel J,Mallinson R,Sultanzadeh SJ,Potter JF,Myint PK

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:Socioeconomic status (SES) differences in health decline in late life may be underestimated, because the relatively higher risks of attrition of lower-SES persons are seldom taken into account. This longitudinal study aimed at comparing income differences in the course of disability, non-mortality a...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Broese van Groenou MI,Deeg DJ,Penninx BW

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mood disorders are common and often under-recognised in older people whereby, together with the general ageing of the population, they are becoming a significant and growing public health problem worldwide. However, the need to address the problem of late life mood disorders in a real-world setting is met with a surpr...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Ghio L,Vaggi M,Amore M,Ferrannini L,Natta W

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common joint condition and, with a burgeoning ageing population, is due to increase in prevalence. Beyond conventional medical and surgical interventions, there are an increasing number of 'alternative' therapies. These alternative therapies may have a limited evidence base and, for thi...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Fuggle NR,Cooper C,Oreffo ROC,Price AJ,Kaux JF,Maheu E,Cutolo M,Honvo G,Conaghan PG,Berenbaum F,Branco J,Brandi ML,Cortet B,Veronese N,Kurth AA,Matijevic R,Roth R,Pelletier JP,Martel-Pelletier J,Vlaskovska M,Thoma

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Syphilis is a systemic human disease which is caused by infection with the spirochete Treponema pallidum. It is spread worldwide, and there has recently been an increase in its incidence. Neurosyphilis (NS) can have a variety of presentations; meningovascular NS is a specific affection of the Treponema whi...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Pintado Maury I,Alves M,Fonseca T

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIM:Several measurements were taken for frailty classification in geriatric population. "Frailty index" is based on "deficits in health," but it is still not available in Italian version. Thus, the aim of the present work was to validate a version of "frailty index" for the Italian geriatric community. ...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Abete P,Basile C,Bulli G,Curcio F,Liguori I,Della-Morte D,Gargiulo G,Langellotto A,Testa G,Galizia G,Bonaduce D,Cacciatore F

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neoplastic diseases may be complicated by rheumatic diseases or may be occur with them. Dermatomyositis/polymyositis and polymyalgia rheumatica are described as paraneoplastic syndromes. We report a case with proximal muscular weakness as only symptom of colon cancer in the absence of other symptoms and laboratory abn...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Rosa F,Ferrari M,Buschiazzo A,Lanfranco E

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Aging has several effects on auditory processing with the most important effect known as speech perception impairment in noise. AIMS:The aim of the present study was to investigate the effects of aging on spatial hearing using quick speech in noise (QSIN) and binaural masking level difference (BMLD) tests a...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Adel Ghahraman M,Ashrafi M,Mohammadkhani G,Jalaie S

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Finding a biomarker of long length-of-stay (LOS) would provide a simple solution to target frail older inpatients at such risk. The aim of this study was to determine whether serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25OHD) deficiency, defined as serum concentration <25 nmol/L, was associated with long LOS among inpatients admitted ...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Beauchet O,Launay CP,Maunoury F,de Decker L,Fantino B,Annweiler C

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cognitive impairment is common among stroke survivors. However, there is controversy on the role of the stroke itself or the associated subcortical damage in post-stroke cognitive decline. AIM:To assess the independent contribution and the interaction of age, the stroke itself and diffuse subcortical damage...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Del Brutto OH,Mera RM,Zambrano M,Lama J

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Physical frailty (PF) and sarcopenia are major health issues in geriatric populations, given their high prevalence and association with several adverse outcomes. Nevertheless, the lack of an univocal operational definition for the two conditions has so far hampered their clinical implementation. Existing definitional ...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Calvani R,Marini F,Cesari M,Tosato M,Picca A,Anker SD,von Haehling S,Miller RR,Bernabei R,Landi F,Marzetti E,SPRINTT Consortium.

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The platelet to lymphocyte ratio (PLR) is a novel biomarker to predict the prognosis of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) patients. AIM:The study aimed to evaluate the in-hospital outcomes of elderly patients with AMI and assessed the prognostic value of PLR on in-hospital adverse events. METHODS:A total o...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Li L,Ma Y,Geng XB,Tan Z,Wang JH,Cui C,Wang HL,Shang XM

更新日期：2020-04-16 00:00:00

abstract：:Excess of bone remodeling is still the major pathogenic factor in involutional osteoporosis. This phenomenon is linked to an imbalance between neoformation (by osteoblasts) and resorption (by osteoclasts). Recently, research in drug development is focused on new and more "physiological" approach to balance bone remode...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Iolascon G,Resmini G,Tarantino U

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Resistance training holds promise for nursing home residents to prevent further disabilities, falls, and fractures. Free weight as well as machine training may offer an efficient option to improve physical performance, but the feasibility of these training regimes among elderly who require continuous institu...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Johnen B,Schott N

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:In order to investigate the relation between personal functional capacity and the physical housing environment during the aging process, the aim of this study was to give a long-term description of person-environmental fit (P-E fit) problems in terms of housing accessibility and ADL dependence among...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Werngren-Elgström M,Carlsson G,Iwarsson S

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Advances such as passive monitoring technology (PMT), which provides holistic supervision of chronically ill and elderly patients, enable and support improved monitoring and observation, thus empowering the growing population of older adults to live more independently while lowering health care expenses. AI...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Schneider JE,Cooper J,Scheibling C,Parikh A

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:Nursing home residents constitute a frail, multi-diseased and heterogeneous group. As physical activity is essential for the preservation of function, personalized training and activities are of great importance. The main objective of this study was to describe the influence of an individually tailo...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Frändin K,Borell L,Grönstedt H,Bergland A,Helbostad JL,Puggaard L,Andresen M,Granbo R,Hellström K

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The most frequent indication for Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs) is their use as antihypertensive agents for primary or secondary stroke prevention. Hypertension contributes to virtually all mechanisms of stroke, of atherothrombotic, lacunar, cardioembolic and intraparenchymal hemorrhage types. In comparison with the ...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Inzitari D,Poggesi A

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00