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Epidemiology of Dyslipidemia in the Asia Pacific Region
This article compares the epidemiology of dyslipidemia among countries of the Asia Pacific region, including Australia, China, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Thailand, and Taiwan, based on public-accessible data from websites. Sources of lipid management guidelines of the countries are also summarized. Before comparing the data from each of the countries, the readers should pay attention to the impact of lipid testing methods, medication use, the year of data acquisition, the age range of the examinees, and the definition of dyslipidemia in each country. Apart from the mentioned factors that may...
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - July 5, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Dyslipidemia Management for Elderly People with Metabolic Syndrome: A Mini-Review
Publication date: March 2018Source: International Journal of Gerontology, Volume 12, Issue 1Author(s): Chun-Yen Chen, Chun-Wei Lee, Shih-Chieh Chien, Min-I. Su, Shu-I. Lin, Chung-Wei Cheng, Ta-Chuan Hung, Hung-I. YehSummaryThe 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). Theref...
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - July 5, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Demoralization Syndrome Among Elderly Patients with Cancer Disease
ConclusionMore than half of older cancer patients have moderate to high demoralization and it is associated with depression, suicide ideation, and distress. Screening and interventions that are better tailored to older cancer patients could improve the quality of care in cancer treatment. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - July 5, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

The Existence of Obesity Paradox and Effect of Obesity on In-Hospital-Outcomes on Elderly Patients Treated with Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
ConclusionIn our study, obesity was associated with better coronary flow after percutaneous coronary intervention and the number of lesions was lower in obese patients compared to non-obese elderly patients treated for STEMI. Our results were consistent with the phenomenon of “the obesity paradox”. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - July 5, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Comparison of Fallers and Nonfallers on Four Physical Performance Tests: A Prospective Cohort Study of Community-Dwelling Older Indigenous Taiwanese Women
ConclusionThe SPPB, TUG, and gait speed might provide effective means of fall screening among older indigenous Taiwanese women. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - July 5, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Verification of Survival Predictors in Elderly Patients with Myelodysplastic Syndrome from Outpatient Clinical Practice
ConclusionsIPSS-R is best suited as a predictor of survival. CACI and PS present auxiliary criteria for determining the risk. Number of received RBC units was detected as a significant predictor of survival. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - July 5, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Comparison of Mallampati scores and hemodynamic responses between elderly and younger patients: Prospective cohort study
ConclusionAfter intubation, the changes in SBP, MAP and DBP, Mallampati score, and intubation time were higher, and changes in HR were lower in elderly patients. The changes in SBP, MAP and DBP in elderly patients are associated with the changes in Mallampati score. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - July 5, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Continuing Medical Education—Terms and Conditions
Publication date: March 2018Source: International Journal of Gerontology, Volume 12, Issue 1Author(s): (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - July 5, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

CME questions (12.1)
Publication date: March 2018Source: International Journal of Gerontology, Volume 12, Issue 1Author(s): (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - July 5, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Rare recurrent gluteal erysipelas associated with pressure ulcers in elderly patients: A report of two cases
Publication date: March 2018Source: International Journal of Gerontology, Volume 12, Issue 1Author(s): Takashi Nagase, Takafumi KadonoAbstractErysipelas is an acute infection of the upper dermis layer of the skin. Contrary to the usual cellulitis, erythema of erysipelas has a very conspicuous irregular shape with clear demarcation from the surrounding normal skin. Recurrence is frequently observed. Gluteal erysipelas is very rare, reported to be found in only 0.6% of all patients with erysipelas. No previous report was found regarding gluteal erysipelas associated with pressure ulcers. We herein report two elderly cases of...
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - July 5, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

The impact of windows on the outcomes of medical intensive care unit patients
ConclusionsWe demonstrated that ICU rooms with windows are associated with shorter ICU stays than those without windows, suggesting that windows may be important in medical ICU rooms. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - July 5, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

COPD Patients with Acute Exacerbation Who Developed Refeeding Syndrome during Hospitalization Had Poor Outcome: A Retrospective Cohort Study
ConclusionRFS should not be overlooked in COPD patients with acute exacerbation. Awareness of this feeding-related complication is mandatory for early diagnosis and appropriate management to prevent morbidity and mortality. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - July 5, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Factors Associated with Recurrence of Intracranial Meningiomas After Surgical Resection: A Retrospective Single-Center Study
ConclusionThe pattern of intracranial meningioma in this series is typical to other studies. Presenting symptoms is suggested to be predictive of recurrence. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - July 5, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Geriatric Nursing and Long Term Care Content in Baccalaureate Nursing Programs in Taiwan
ConclusionThe survey findings indicated that GN and LTC education must be recognized by providing required stand-alone courses and interdisciplinary education in nursing curricula. These courses should be included in curricular design and innovations to ensure nursing students to acquire strong competence for the future through education. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - July 5, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Decrease of Auditory Evoked Delta, Alpha and Beta Oscillatory Responses in d-galactose Induced Aging Model: Effects of Rosmarinic Acid
ConclusionThus, present study shows d-galactose induced oscillatory changes in auditory processing and highlights the protective effect of RA against d-galactose induced changes in auditory evoked oscillations and lipid peroxidation. (Source: International Journal of Gerontology)
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - July 5, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research