Assessment of sarcopenia: longitudinal versus cross sectional body composition data.

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:Researchers and policy-makers have recognized that quality of life assessments are essential to better understand the benefits of rehabilitation intervention. The purpose of the study was to examine associations between functional status and satisfaction with community participation for persons with...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Ostir GV,Smith PM,Smith D,Ottenbacher KJ

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hip fractures (HF) are a major issue worldwide. We aimed at evaluating the practices in delivering care to patients with HF among several Italian Orthogeriatric centers. METHODS:The study took place from February 2016 to July 2018. Seven performance indicators (pre-surgical cognitive assessment, surgery per...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Ferrara MC,Andreano A,Tassistro E,Rapazzini P,Zurlo A,Volpato S,Mussi C,Corsi M,Lunardelli ML,Martini E,Castoldi G,De Filippi F,Pizzonia M,Monacelli F,Barone A,Pilotto A,March A,Ungar A,Capelli R,Galmarini V,Franz

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:Frailty is a geriatric syndrome that predicts increased morbidity and mortality. In order to investigate specific immune system modulations that may contribute to frailty, eleven age- and sex-matched pairs of community-dwelling frail and non-frail older adults were identified. METHODS:Peripheral bl...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Leng SX,Yang H,Walston JD

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Epidemiological studies of suicide in the elderly indicate that, in the last few decades, there has been a relevant increase in suicide rates in old age in a number of Asian and Latin nations, with an almost parallel decrease in Anglo-Saxon counties. Mental disorders, particularly depression, physical illness, persona...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： De Leo D,Spathonis K

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The increase in the aged population led to a global rise in the demand for elderly healthcare services, such as long-term care facilities (LTCFs), nursing homes, residential homes. Unfortunately, the spread of multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) in these structures represent an urgent public health threat requiring ...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Tinelli M,Tiseo G,Falcone M,ESCMID Study Group for Infections in the Elderly.

更新日期：2021-01-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:The primary aim of the present study was to examine whether there is an association between blood pressure and the risk of subsequent cognitive decline in the oldest old. Various factors associated with blood pressure and cognitive function were considered. METHODS:The study comprised 599 individua...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Nilsson SE,Read S,Berg S,Johansson B,Melander A,Lindblad U

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:Bone structure, geometry and mineral content represent complex traits with a significant heritable component. However, the specific contributing genes have not been unambiguously identified. The aim of the present cross-sectional study was to analyse an association between heel ultrasound measuremen...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Zajickova K,Zofkova I,Hill M

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Senescence of the brain seems to be related to increased levels of free oxygen radical (FOR). FOR may damage macromolecular compounds such as: proteins, lipids, and DNA. In the aging brain, increased FOR levels damage DNA, mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA), and nuclear DNA (nDNA). In DNA they damage single and double strands,...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Dorszewska J

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:Older adults' ever-improving health and changing lifestyles necessitate the development of a scale that can better measure their competence at a higher level. We developed the Japan Science and Technology Agency Index of Competence (JST-IC) via item analysis and assessed its psychometric properties....

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Iwasa H,Masui Y,Inagaki H,Yoshida Y,Shimada H,Otsuka R,Kikuchi K,Nonaka K,Yoshida H,Yoshida H,Suzuki T

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present a 61-year-old man with marked peripheral blood eosinophilia, feature of hypereosinophilic syndrome, that later evolved into acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL-L2). Initially the patient suffered from significant complications related to eosinophilic toxicity, including large urticarial hyperpigmented plaques, ...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Song G,Liu H,Sun F,Gu L,Wang S

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to evaluate the relationships between the serum levels of adiponectin (ADP) and matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9) and postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) in elderly patients after general anesthesia. METHODS:The cognitive functions of 98 elderly patients who were scheduled t...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Xie H,Huang D,Zhang S,Hu X,Guo J,Wang Z,Zhou G

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Osseointegration is a term that refers to the formation of a direct interface between an implant and bone without intervening soft tissue. Cementless femoral fixation in total hip arthroplasty is dependent on mechanical and biological factors that affect implant stability and long-term outcome. Osteoporosis leads to m...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Piarulli G,Rossi A,Zatti G

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The SarQoL® is a recently developed quality of life questionnaire specific to sarcopenia. AIM:To compare the quality of life (QoL) of subjects identified as sarcopenic with that of non-sarcopenic subjects when using six different operational definitions of sarcopenia. METHODS:Participants of the SarcoPhAge...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Beaudart C,Locquet M,Reginster JY,Delandsheere L,Petermans J,Bruyère O

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:Although many older persons choose to postpone retirement, the health consequences of this decision are still debated. This study aimed at determining the impact of continued employment on life-style, well-being, health and survival in a cohort of community-dwelling 70-year-olds. METHODS:A longitud...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Hammerman-Rozenberg R,Maaravi Y,Cohen A,Stessman J

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In addition to the normal process of ageing, frailty, defined as a geriatric syndrome, is becoming more prevalent. Around 10% of people over 65 years and 25-50% of those aged over 85 years are frail. Frail elderly are more vulnerable to external stressors and have an increased risk of adverse health outcomes...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Windhaber T,Koula ML,Ntzani E,Velivasi A,Rizos E,Doumas MT,Pappas EE,Onder G,Vetrano DL,Roudriguez Laso A,Roudriguez Manjas L,Illario M,Roller-Wirnsberger RE,ADVANTAGE JA WP8 group.

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to evaluate the relationship between 3 eNOS gene polymorphisms and training status (TS) in affecting plasma nitrite concentration (NO2) in normotensive adults over 50 years old. Resting blood pressure (BP) was measured in all participants (n = 101). Plasma was taken to analyze: lipid prof...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： da Silva RF,Sertório JT,Lacchini R,Trapé AA,Tanus-Santos JE,Rush JW,Amaral SL,Zago AS

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:SARC-F is a 5-item, self-administered questionnaire developed to screen sarcopenia. To date, no Japanese version of the SARC-F has been developed. AIMS:To create a Japanese version of the SARC-F (SARC-F-J), a questionnaire for diabetic patients, and to investigate its reliability and validity. METHODS:This...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Ida S,Murata K,Nakadachi D,Ishihara Y,Imataka K,Uchida A,Monguchi K,Kaneko R,Fujiwara R,Takahashi H

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor (AChEis) therapy in Alzheimer Disease (AD) has been shown to provide cognitive benefits and to slow progression of the disease. AChEis have also been demonstrated to improve behavioral symptoms, although there seem to be subtle differences in the magnitude of response....

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Rozzini L,Vicini Chilovi B,Bertoletti E,Trabucchi M,Padovani A

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Since oral organs function in the first stage of the swallowing process, it is possible that decline in swallowing function can be partly related to oral frailty. AIMS:The purpose of this study was to investigate the association between swallowing function and oral function among community-dwelling elderly ...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Takeuchi N,Sawada N,Ekuni D,Morita M

更新日期：2020-04-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In spite of a rapidly ageing population, there is a lack of population-based data on mortality among nursing home residents in Southern Europe. AIMS:To assess mortality rates, their determinants, and causes of death in newly admitted nursing home residents in the Veneto region (northeastern Italy). METHODS...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Braggion M,Pellizzari M,Basso C,Girardi P,Zabeo V,Lamattina MR,Corti MC,Fedeli U

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Endogenous brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) is thought to be protective against the neurodegeneration seen in Parkinson's disease (PD), and is thought to increase during exercise. This has been proposed as a possible mechanism by which exercise improves outcomes for people with PD. We conducted a p...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： O'Callaghan A,Harvey M,Houghton D,Gray WK,Weston KL,Oates LL,Romano B,Walker RW

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Malnutrition and poor physical performance are both conditions that increase in prevalence with age; however, their interrelation in a clinically relevant population has not been thoroughly studied. AIMS:This study aimed to determine the strength of the association between malnutrition and measures of both ...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Ramsey KA,Meskers CGM,Trappenburg MC,Verlaan S,Reijnierse EM,Whittaker AC,Maier AB

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) and the De Morton Mobility Index (DEMMI) are two commonly used instruments to assess mobility in older patients. AIMS:To compare the two assessments in acute senior trauma patients with regard to sensitivity to change during an acute care, and prediction of disc...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Gazzotti A,Meyer U,Freystaetter G,Palzer M,Theiler R,Abderhalden L,Bischoff-Ferrari HA

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Aging, cancer and its treatment all contribute to increase the risk of deconditioning and sedentary behaviors. Mixed exercise is recognized to counteract the effects of aging and deconditioning as well as improving physical capacity during cancer treatment in adults. AIMS:To determine the impact of a mixed ...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Maréchal R,Fontvieille A,Parent-Roberge H,Fülöp T,Riesco E,Pavic M,Dionne IJ

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Slow walking speed as one indicator of physical frailty has been found to be associated with deterioration of the health status. Although many reports have shown that exercise training improves motor function, it is unclear whether a group-based and short-term health promotion intervention will improve motor...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Kutsuna T,Hiyama Y,Kusaka S,Kusumoto Y,Tsuchiya J,Umeda M,Takahashi T

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Celiac disease is a genetic disorder, presenting with malabsorption-related problems because of mucosal damage after ingestion of gluten. The only known effective treatment is a gluten-free diet. Early diagnosis and treatment are essential in preventing complications due to malabsorption. Here we report the case of an...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Cankurtaran M,Ulger Z,Doğan S,Balam Yavuz B,Halil M,Güllü I,Gedikoğlu G,Anioğul S

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:The Charlson Comorbidity Index (CCI) is the most widely used assessment tool to report the presence of comorbid conditions. The Barthel index (BI) is used to measure performance in activities of daily living. We prospectively investigated the performance of CCI or BI to predict length of hospital st...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Bahrmann A,Benner L,Christ M,Bertsch T,Sieber CC,Katus H,Bahrmann P

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:While most fractures are caused by falls, not all falls result in fractures. Risk factors for falls are well established, but only weak associations have been demonstrated for risk factors for fractures. Conflicting results on the implication of bone mineral density (BMD) suggest that other risk factors shou...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Langeard A,Pothier K,Chastan N,Marcelli C,Chavoix C,Bessot N

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Polypharmacy has been associated with worse cognitive performance, but its impact on mild cognitive impairment (MCI) progression to dementia has not been explored. AIMS:The aims of the study were to investigate the association between multidrug regimens and MCI progression, and the possible mediation of dru...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Trevisan C,Limongi F,Siviero P,Noale M,Cignarella A,Manzato E,Sergi G,Maggi S

更新日期：2019-11-22 00:00:00

abstract：:Most visual and cognitive functions are affected by aging over the lifespan. In this study, our aim was to investigate the loss in sensitivity to different classes of second-order stimuli-a class of stimuli supposed to be mainly processed in extrastriate cortex-in the aging population. These stimuli will then allow on...

journal_title：Aging clinical and experimental research

authors： Reynaud A,Tang Y,Zhou Y,Hess RF

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00