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Prevalence and Control Status of Diabetes and Related Risk Factors Among 4196 Chinese Male Older Elderly Aged ≥80 Years
Conclusion The prevalence of diabetes was up to 38.1%, among this male older elderly. The awareness rate was high; however the treatment and control rates were relatively low. Age, marital status, lifestyles, obesity, combined chronic diseases, and polypharmacy were related risk factors with diabetes management. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - August 30, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Psychometric Properties of the Simplified Chinese Version of the Malaysian Medication Adherence Scale (C-MALMAS) on Elderly Patients
Conclusion C-MALMAS is a reliable and valid instrument for measuring medication adherence of elderly patients, especially when a specific recall period is required. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - August 30, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Silent Double Aortic Arch
Publication date: Available online 26 August 2017 Source:International Journal of Gerontology Author(s): Wei-Jing Lee, Hon-Pheng Tam (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - August 27, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Monocytes Related Inflammatory Biomarkers are Associated With Frailty Syndrome
Conclusion High concentrations of MCP-1 and MIP-1β were associated with frailty syndrome. Monocytes related cytokines may contribute to the development of frailty. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - August 26, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Dyslipidemia Management for Elderly People with Metabolic Syndrome: A Mini-Review
Publication date: Available online 23 August 2017 Source:International Journal of Gerontology Author(s): Chun-Yen Chen, Chun-Wei Lee, Shih-Chieh Chien, Min-I. Su, Shu-I. Lin, Chung-Wei Cheng, Ta-Chuan Hung, Hung-I. Yeh The proportion of people whose age exceeds 65 years is growing rapidly throughout the world and the prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) is increasing among older adults. MetS had a two-fold increased risk for cardiovascular (CV) disease. Most patients with MetS exhibit atherogenic dyslipidemia, which includes elevated triglycerides (TG) and reduced high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C). ...
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - August 24, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Having More Daughters Independently Predicts Home Discharge in Stroke Patients Admitted to Inpatient Rehabilitation Ward
Conclusion Having more daughters independently predicts home discharge after post-acute inpatient stroke rehabilitation. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - August 24, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

The Relationship Between Fatigue and Other Non-Motor Symptoms in Parkinson's Disease in Chinese Population
Conclusion Forty patients (42.4%) showed notable complaints of fatigue with FSS scores > 4. Among the patients with fatigue, the severity of fatigue in PD patients was related to sleep and affective disorders. Of the disorders, excessive daytime sleepiness, anxiety and depression were particularly linked to fatigue in PD. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - August 24, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Evaluation of a Leg-to-Leg Bioimpedance Device in the Estimation of Abdominal Visceral Fat for the Elderly – Comparison with CT
Conclusion The LBIA results showed that each obese group all has large LOA when compared with the CT reference values. The study suggests that the LBIA accuracy for estimating VFA is limited in the Chinese elderly population. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - August 19, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Risk Factors of Frailty Among Multi-Ethnic Malaysian Older Adults
Conclusion Frailty affected about one tenth of the respondents, but almost two thirds were pre-frail. In addition to gender, other modifiable factors including abdominal obesity and poor physical function were identified as risk factors for frailty and pre-frailty among Malaysian older adults. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - August 19, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Implications of Age-Related Changes in Anatomy for Geriatric-Focused Difficult Airways
Publication date: Available online 14 August 2017 Source:International Journal of Gerontology Author(s): Shih-Yi Lee, Shou-Chuan Shih, Yi-Shing Leu, Wen-Han Chang, Hsin-Chang Lin, Hui-Chun Ku The structure and function surrounding the airway change by the age, which may ultimately result in having anatomic features of difficult airways in the elderly. Hence, we reviewed the literature focusing on the age-related anatomic changes and accordingly to compare the characteristics of difficult airways. With age, teeth wear and loss, protein and collagen synthesis reduction, and bone loss and muscle atrophy results in age...
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - August 17, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

The Long-Term Trends of the Association Between Falls Among the  Elderly in Taiwan and their Utilization of Medical Facilities
Conclusion The government should provide appropriate medical care and services to reduce the incidence of falls in elderly and their uses of medical resources, thus improving elderly adults' quality of life. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - August 17, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Post-stroke Dementia: Epidemiology, Mechanisms and Management
Publication date: Available online 10 August 2017 Source:International Journal of Gerontology Author(s): Gwo-Chi Hu, Yi-Min Chen Post-stroke dementia (PSD) is a clinical entity that encompasses all types of dementia following an index stroke, which may affect up to one third of stroke survivors. Unlike physical disability after stroke, cognitive function usually worsens over time and are often overlooked with detrimental impacts on the quality of life of survivors. The risk factors for post-stroke dementia are multifactorial and includes genetic predisposition, demographic factors (like older age and lower education st...
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - August 10, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Emphysematous Cystitis: A Diagnostic Pitfall
Publication date: Available online 8 August 2017 Source:International Journal of Gerontology Author(s): Po-Heng Liu, Choon-Hoon Hii (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - August 9, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Dysphagia Screening Using High-resolution Impedance Manometry in Acute Stroke
Conclusions Our assessment program was safe and effective for assessing swallowing function and for determining the appropriate diet plan. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - August 9, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Association of Education, Health Behaviors, Concerns, and Knowledge with Metabolic Syndrome among Urban Elderly in One Medical Center in Taiwan
Conclusions This study demonstrated that high education level influences the odds of MetS. The development of health education programs that can enhance prevention and self-monitoring for MetS by providing the knowledge and behaviors is appropriate for an elderly population living in Taiwan. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - August 8, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research