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Larsen MGR, Overgaard SH, Petersen SR, Møllegaard KM, Munk HL, Nexøe AB, Glerup H, Guldmann T, Pedersen N, Saboori S, Dahlerup JF, Hvas CL, Andersen KW, Jawhara M, Haagen Nielsen O, Bergenheim FO, Brodersen JB, Bygum A, Ellingsen T, Kjeldsen J, Christensen R, Andersen V. Effects of smoking on clinical treatment outcomes amongst patients with chronic inflammatory diseases initiating biologics: secondary analyses of the prospective BELIEVE cohort study. Scand J Immunol 2024; 100:e13395. [PMID: 38973149 DOI: 10.1111/sji.13395] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2024] [Revised: 06/05/2024] [Accepted: 06/22/2024] [Indexed: 07/09/2024]
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The prevalence and disease burden of chronic inflammatory diseases (CIDs) are predicted to rise. Patients are commonly treated with biological agents, but the individual treatment responses vary, warranting further research into optimizing treatment strategies. This study aimed to compare the clinical treatment responses in patients with CIDs initiating biologic therapy based on smoking status, a notorious risk factor in CIDs. In this multicentre cohort study including 233 patients with a diagnosis of Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, axial spondyloarthritis, psoriatic arthritis or psoriasis initiating biologic therapy, we compared treatment response rates after 14 to 16 weeks and secondary outcomes between smokers and non-smokers. We evaluated the contrast between groups using logistic regression models: (i) a "crude" model, only adjusted for the CID type, and (ii) an adjusted model (including sex and age). Among the 205 patients eligible for this study, 53 (26%) were smokers. The treatment response rate among smokers (n = 23 [43%]) was lower compared to the non-smoking CID population (n = 92 [61%]), corresponding to a "crude" OR of 0.51 (95% CI: [0.26;1.01]) while adjusting for sex and age resulted in consistent findings: 0.51 [0.26;1.02]. The contrast was apparently most prominent among the 38 RA patients, with significantly lower treatment response rates for smokers in both the "crude" and adjusted models (adjusted OR 0.13, [0.02;0.81]). Despite a significant risk of residual confounding, patients with CIDs (rheumatoid arthritis in particular) should be informed that smoking probably lowers the odds of responding sufficiently to biological therapy. Registration: Clinical.Trials.gov NCT03173144.
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- Maja Graves Rosenkilde Larsen
- Department of Internal Medicine, Molecular Diagnostics and Clinical Research Unit, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Aabenraa, Denmark
- Section for Biostatistics and Evidence-Based Research, The Parker Institute, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital, Frederiksberg, Denmark
- The Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
- Institute of Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Molecular Diagnostics and Clinical Research Unit, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Aabenraa, Denmark
- Section for Biostatistics and Evidence-Based Research, The Parker Institute, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital, Frederiksberg, Denmark
- Institute of Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Research, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Molecular Diagnostics and Clinical Research Unit, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Aabenraa, Denmark
- Institute of Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Research Unit of Rheumatology, Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
- Center for Rheumatology and Spine Diseases, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Molecular Medicine, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
- Department of Cancer and Inflammation Research, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
- Department of Medical Gastroenterology, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
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- University Research Clinic for Innovative Patient Pathways, Silkeborg Regional Hospital, Silkeborg, Denmark
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- University Research Clinic for Innovative Patient Pathways, Silkeborg Regional Hospital, Silkeborg, Denmark
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Slagelse Hospital, Slagelse, Denmark
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Slagelse Hospital, Slagelse, Denmark
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- Department of Hepatology and Gastroenterology, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Herlev, Denmark
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Molecular Diagnostics and Clinical Research Unit, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Aabenraa, Denmark
- Department of Gastroenterology, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Herlev, Denmark
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Herlev, Denmark
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Esbjerg and Grindsted Hospital, University of Southern Denmark, Esbjerg, Denmark
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Esbjerg and Grindsted Hospital, University of Southern Denmark, Esbjerg, Denmark
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Molecular Diagnostics and Clinical Research Unit, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Aabenraa, Denmark
- Department of Surgery, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Aabenraa, Denmark
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergy Centre, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
- Clinical Institute, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Research Unit of Rheumatology, Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Medical Gastroenterology, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
- Research Unit of Medical Gastroenterology, Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Section for Biostatistics and Evidence-Based Research, The Parker Institute, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital, Frederiksberg, Denmark
- Research Unit of Rheumatology, Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Molecular Diagnostics and Clinical Research Unit, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Aabenraa, Denmark
- Institute of Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
- Department of Molecular Medicine, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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Barthold L, Smith KD, Chaidarun SS, Fischer DA, Gardner TB. Quality of Life Following Total Pancreatectomy With Islet Autotransplantation: A Patient Experience Survey. Pancreas 2024; 53:e652-e656. [PMID: 38696457 DOI: 10.1097/mpa.0000000000002353] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/04/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Total pancreatectomy with islet autotransplantation (TPIAT) is performed to improve the quality of life (QOL) of patients with chronic pancreatitis. Few reports have documented QOL following TPIAT, with none using the pancreatitis-specific Pancreatitis Quality of Life Instrument (PANQOLI). We surveyed patients at our center who underwent TPIAT to document postoperative QOL. MATERIALS AND METHODS We collected survey data from 18 adult patients who underwent TPIAT at our medical center from 2012 to 2020. Patients were asked questions assessing QOL following TPIAT and completed the Short-Form Health Survey and PANQOLI instruments. RESULTS Forty-three patients who underwent TPIAT were mailed surveys, and 18 were returned. The mean age was 45 years, and 67% of respondents were female. Almost half (44%) had hereditary pancreatitis. Sixty-seven percent believed that their overall QOL had improved after surgery. The mean postoperative Short-Form Health Survey physical score was 38.9 and mean mental score was 44. The mean PANQOLI score was 66 (physical function 20, role function 16, emotional function 14, self-worth 15). Following surgery, 33% were using opiate medications and 67% were using antihyperglycemic medications. CONCLUSIONS TPIAT resulted in improved self-reported QOL in most patients, although postoperative physical and mental QOL are less compared to the average healthy United States adult.
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- Laura Barthold
- From the Geisel School of Medicine, Dartmouth College, Hanover
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- Section of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH
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Rodriguez-Fontan F, Tucker NJ, Pflug EM, Leversedge FJ, Catalano LW, Lauder A. Proximal Hamate Reconstruction of Proximal Pole Scaphoid Nonunion: A Case Series and Analysis of Clinical Outcomes. Hand (N Y) 2024; 19:967-977. [PMID: 37161279 DOI: 10.1177/15589447231156210] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/11/2023]
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BACKGROUND Small proximal pole scaphoid nonunions present a clinical challenge influenced by fragment size, vascular compromise, deforming forces exerted through the scapholunate interosseous ligament (SLIL), and potential articular fragmentation. Osteochondral autograft options for proximal pole reconstruction include the medial femoral trochlea, costochondral rib, or proximal hamate. This study reports the clinical outcomes of patients treated with proximal hamate osteochondral autograft reconstruction. METHODS A retrospective review identified patients treated with this surgery from 2 institutions with a minimum 6-month follow-up. Clinical outcomes included the Visual Analog Dcale pain score, 12-item Short-Form survey, abbreviated Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (QuickDASH) score, wrist and forearm range of motion (ROM), radiographic assessment, and complications. We reviewed and compared these outcomes with those of the current published literature. RESULTS Four patients (mean age: 24 years, 75% men) with a 12.8-month average follow-up (range: 6-20 months) were included. Radiographic union was identified in all cases by 12 weeks (range, 10-12). The average wrist ROM was 67.5% flexion/extension and 100% pronation/supination compared with the contralateral side at the final follow-up. The mean QuickDASH score was 17.6 (SD, 13). No complications were identified. CONCLUSIONS Proximal pole scaphoid nonunion reconstruction using autologous proximal hamate osteochondral graft demonstrated encouraging clinical and radiographic outcomes. Proximal hamate harvest involves minimal donor site morbidity without a distant operative site, uses an osteochondral graft with similar morphology to the proximal scaphoid, requires no microsurgical technique, and permits reconstruction of the SLIL using the volar capitohamate ligament.
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- Department of Orthopedics, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, New York University Langone Health, New York City, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO, USA
- Department of Orthopedics, Denver Health Medical Center, Denver, CO, USA
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Riddle DL, Dumenci L. Head-to-head comparison of appropriate use criteria for knee arthroplasty: A multicenter cohort study. OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN 2024; 6:100482. [PMID: 38800824 PMCID: PMC11126850 DOI: 10.1016/j.ocarto.2024.100482] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2024] [Accepted: 05/05/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024] Open
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Objective To determine, in a head-to-head comparison, which of two RAND-based knee replacement appropriateness criteria is optimal based on comparison to an externally validated method of judging good versus poor outcome. Design Longitudinal data from the Osteoarthritis Initiative (OAI) and the Multicenter Osteoarthritis Study (MOST) were combined to produce a dataset of 922 persons with knee arthroplasty, 602 of which had adequate data for RAND classification and had their surgery within one year prior to a study visit. Data were used to determine appropriateness classification (i.e., Appropriate, Inconclusive, Rarely Appropriate) using modified versions of the first-generation and second-generation Escobar system. Growth curve analyses and multivariable regression were used to compare the two systems. Results Neither system associated with the gold standard measure of good versus poor outcome. Distributions of appropriateness categories for the second-generation system were inconsistent with current evidence for knee arthroplasty outcome. For example, 16% of participants were classified as Appropriate and 64% as Rarely Appropriate for pain outcome. Distributions for the first-generation system aligned with current evidence. Conclusion The first-generation modified version of the Escobar appropriateness system is superior to the newer version but neither version associated with our gold standard growth curve analyses. Both systems only differentiate between patient classification groups preoperatively and up to ten months following surgery. Reliance on appropriateness criteria to inform long-term outcome is not warranted.
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- Daniel L. Riddle
- Departments of Physical Therapy, Orthopaedic Surgery and Rheumatology, 900 East Leigh Street, Room 4:100, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, USA
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- College of Public Health, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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Damgaard AJ, Sørensen JB, Jensen MM, Pedersen P. The association between sleep, mental health, and health behaviours: a Danish population-based cross-sectional study. Scand J Public Health 2024:14034948241262366. [PMID: 39129329 DOI: 10.1177/14034948241262366] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/13/2024]
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AIMS Sleep problems constitute a significant public health problem due to their high prevalence and impact on mental health and health behaviours, with major consequences for individuals and society. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the association between sleep problems (duration and quality), mental health and health behaviours. METHODS Cross-sectional data was derived from the 2021 health survey 'How are you?' from the Central Denmark Region. The study population was a stratified random sample of 33,925 respondents aged 16 years or older. We used logistic regression models to analyse the associations between sleep problems and indicators of mental health and health behaviour. The models were adjusted for sex, age, educational attainment, labour market attachment, cohabitation, and indicators of mental health and health behaviour. RESULTS A prevalence of around 10% for both short- and long sleep duration and poor sleep quality was found. All were associated with poor mental health-related quality of life, depression, stress, perceived stressors and obesity. In addition, short sleep duration was associated with daily smoking, and long sleep duration was associated with physical inactivity and daily smoking. CONCLUSIONS Our findings revealed a stronger association between sleep problems and mental health indicators in comparison to health behaviours. We found that sleep duration and sleep quality in broad terms were associated with similar variables within mental health and health behaviour. These findings underline the importance of adopting a comprehensive approach to addressing sleep problems in the context of health promotion, disease prevention, treatment and rehabilitation.
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- Astrid J Damgaard
- DEFACTUM, Central Denmark Region, Aarhus, Denmark
- Danish Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Sønderborg, Denmark
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- DEFACTUM, Central Denmark Region, Aarhus, Denmark
- Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies, Aarhus University, Denmark
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- DEFACTUM, Central Denmark Region, Aarhus, Denmark
- Department of Public Health, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- DEFACTUM, Central Denmark Region, Aarhus, Denmark
- Department of Public Health, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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De Meo D, Martini P, Perciballi B, Guarascio G, Vacca M, Cera G, Gumina S, Villani C. Clinical outcomes and survival rates of a uncemented modular revision stem system in hip arthroplasty: a 10-year single-institution study on a frail population. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2024:10.1007/s00402-024-05483-3. [PMID: 39126455 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-024-05483-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2024] [Accepted: 07/23/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024]
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INTRODUCTION The increasing prevalence of primary hip arthroplasty has led to a parallel rise in revision cases. Femoral revision often entails compromised bone integrity, requiring consideration of various solutions for optimal reconstructive options. Despite technological advancements, there is limited evidence on the clinical outcomes of the latest modular revision stems. This study aimed to evaluate the clinical outcomes and survival rates of next generation uncemented modular revision stem in patients undergoing hip revision surgery. MATERIALS AND METHODS This retrospective single-center study assessed the survival and failure causes of a specific uncemented modular stem in 48 patients undergoing hip revision surgery between 2012 and 2022. Data included preoperative parameters, surgical details, and postoperative outcomes measured through clinical and radiographic assessments. Forty-eight patients (25 males, 23 females; mean age 72 years) were included, with a mean Charlson Comorbidity Index of 5. Preoperative diagnoses varied, with periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) being the most common (45.8%), followed by periprosthetic fractures (27.1%). Partial revisions occurred in 60.4%, total revisions in 39.6%. According to Paprosky classification of femoral bone loss, type II and III were the most represented, respectively 35.4% and 50%. RESULTS At a mean follow-up of 4.6 years, stem survival was 92.5%. Complications (20%) included dislocation, PJI, fracture, and loosening; the overall reoperation rate was 12.5%. The SF-12 physical score was 43.6, while the mental score was 51.1. The HOOS score was 71.8, and the HHS score was 71.4. Radiographic analysis identified nonprogressive osteolysis in 15.1% of patients. CONCLUSIONS This study on this uncemented modular revision stem demonstrated favorable outcomes in an elder fragile population with moderate to severe femoral bone loss. The implant's modularity provides versatility in addressing various defects, without any implant breakage observed during the study period. Literature comparison highlighted similar outcomes despite sample size differences. The promising results warrant continued investigation into the long-term survivorship of this modular stem system.
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- Daniele De Meo
- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopaedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Piazzale Aldo Moro, 3, Rome, 00161, Italy.
- Department of General Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Orthopaedics, Policlinico Umberto I University Hospital, Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopaedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Piazzale Aldo Moro, 3, Rome, 00161, Italy
- Department of General Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Orthopaedics, Policlinico Umberto I University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopaedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Piazzale Aldo Moro, 3, Rome, 00161, Italy
- Department of General Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Orthopaedics, Policlinico Umberto I University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopaedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Piazzale Aldo Moro, 3, Rome, 00161, Italy
- Department of General Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Orthopaedics, Policlinico Umberto I University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopaedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Piazzale Aldo Moro, 3, Rome, 00161, Italy
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- Emergency Department, Policlinico Umberto I University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopaedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Piazzale Aldo Moro, 3, Rome, 00161, Italy
- Istituto Clinico Ortopedico Traumatologico (ICOT), Latina, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopaedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Piazzale Aldo Moro, 3, Rome, 00161, Italy
- Department of General Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Orthopaedics, Policlinico Umberto I University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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Abbas RL, Cooreman D, Sultan HA, Nayal ME, Saab IM, Khatib AE, Kawam AE, Melhat AME. Effect of Adding Virtual Reality Training to Traditional Exercise Program on Pain, Mental Status and Psychological Status in Unilateral Traumatic Lower Limb Amputees: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Games Health J 2024; 13:245-251. [PMID: 38324006 DOI: 10.1089/g4h.2023.0164] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2024] Open
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Background: Lower limb amputation is an emotionally devastating condition that causes a complete change in the quality of life, may lead to phantom limb pain in most of the cases, and puts the individual in a high risk of developing psychological disorders. The objective of this study is to evaluate the consequence of adding virtual reality (VR) to a traditional exercise program on pain, mental status, and psychological status in traumatic unilateral lower limb amputees (LLAs). Methods: Thirty-two traumatic LLAs were randomly assigned into two equal groups in this randomized control trial. Participants did accomplish a postfitting exercise program at least 6 months before enrolment; the control group (CG) underwent a traditional rehabilitation program, and experimental group (EG) had the same program, in addition to VR training. Data were collected before and after 6 weeks of intervention using visual analog scale (VAS) for pain, Beck's depression inventory (BDI) for depression, and 12-item short form survey for mental health summary (MHS) and physical health summary (PHS). Results: Thirty-two amputees (29 males and 3 females) were included with mean age in CGs and EG (27.6 ± 4) and (27.6 ± 7.6) years, respectively. Postintervention, the VAS score was significantly reduced only in EG (P = 0.003). Both groups showed significant improvement in BDI, MHS, and PHS (P < 0.05). However, the EG showed a superior significance in BDI and MHS scores (P < 0.05). There was no significance between groups in PHS score. Conclusion: Adding VR to conventional training is beneficial in decreasing pain and in improving depression and MHS of traumatic unilateral LLAs.
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- Rami L Abbas
- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Beirut Arab University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Physical Rehabilitation Program, International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Geneva, Switzerland
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- Physical Rehabilitation Program, International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Geneva, Switzerland
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- College of Medicine, Gulf Medical University, Ajman, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Beirut Arab University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Beirut Arab University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Beirut Arab University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Beirut Arab University, Beirut, Lebanon
- Department of Physical Therapy for Musculoskeletal Disorders and Their Surgeries, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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Jones DL, Robinson M, Selfe TK, Barnes L, Dierkes M, Shawley-Brzoska S, Myers DJ, Wilcox S. Prepandemic Feasibility of Tele-Exercise as an Alternative Delivery Mode for an Evidence-Based, Tai Ji Quan Fall-Prevention Intervention for Older Adults. J Aging Phys Act 2024; 32:508-519. [PMID: 38604606 DOI: 10.1123/japa.2023-0226] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2023] [Revised: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 02/03/2024] [Indexed: 04/13/2024]
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There is a critical need for fall-prevention interventions to reach medically underserved, hard-to-reach, rural older adults. The evidence-based Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance (TJQMBB) program reduces falls in older adults. This pre-COVID-19 pandemic study assessed the feasibility and impact of a 16-week tele-TJQMBB intervention in older adults. Instructors led six tele-TJQMBB classes via Zoom for 52 older adults (mean age ± SD 68.5 ± 7.7 years) at one academic and four community sites. Nearly all (97%) planned sessions were delivered. Average attendance was 61%. There were no adverse events. Fidelity was fair to good (mean 67%). Forty-one percent of sessions experienced technical disruptions. Participants improved their gait speed, balance, lower-extremity strength, and body mass index. Tele-TJQMBB was feasible with a positive impact on outcomes. This study was the first step toward establishing an additional delivery mode that could potentially expand TJQMBB's reach and maintenance.
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- Dina L Jones
- Department of Orthopaedics, Division of Physical Therapy, Injury Control, Injury Control Research Center, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV, USA
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- Academic Research Consulting and Services, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Mountaineer Doctor Television, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV, USA
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- Division of Physical Therapy, Clinical Translational Science Institute, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV, USA
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- Office of Health Services Research, Department of Social & Behavioral Sciences, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV, USA
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- School of Public and Population Health, Boise State University, Boise, ID, USA
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- Department of Exercise Science and Prevention Research Center, Arnold School of Public Health, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, USA
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Di Bonaventura R, Albanese A, Brunasso L, Latour K, Siciliano L, Stifano V, Livi S, Sturiale CL, Iacopino DG, Maugeri R, Olivi A, Marchese E. Neurologic and Neuropsychological Outcomes for Treatment of Unruptured Middle Cerebral Artery Aneurysms: Standard Pterional Versus Minipterional Approach in a Retrospective Single-Center Analysis. World Neurosurg 2024; 188:e618-e624. [PMID: 38843971 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2024.05.179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2024] [Accepted: 05/30/2024] [Indexed: 06/25/2024]
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BACKGROUND In accordance with technique advancement and minimal invasiveness surgical approaches, the minipterional has progressively replaced the standard pterional approach for treatment of unruptured middle cerebral artery (MCA) aneurysms. Nowadays, multimodal intraoperative resources including microDoppler and microflow probes, indocyanine green videoangiography, and neurophysiologic monitoring constitute a fundamental prerequisite for increasing the safety of the clipping procedure. Our study investigated and compared in a single-center experience the effect of the evolution of a minimally invasive and multimodal approach in unruptured MCA aneurysm surgery by measuring postoperative complication rate, recovery time, and long-term neuropsychological and functional outcomes. METHODS One hundred and thirty-one patients who underwent surgical treatment for unruptured MCA aneurysms at our institution were evaluated retrospectively. Patients' clinical, radiologic, and surgical reports were collected. Cognitive evaluation and quality of life were assessed through validated tests in telephone interviews. Patients who met the inclusion criteria were divided into 2 groups: "PT (pterional)" and "MPT (minipterional)." RESULTS Ninety-two patients were included in the analysis. A significant reduction of postoperative complication rates and new-onset postoperative seizures was recorded in the MPT group (P value = 0.006). Severe cognitive deficits were lower in the MPT group, although without a clear statistical correlation. CONCLUSIONS Decreased complication rates, faster recovery time, and a trend toward better cognitive and functional performances were documented for the MPT group of patients. In our experience, the minipterional approach with multimodality-assisted microsurgery reduced neurologic complications and recovery time and improved long-term cognitive outcome and quality of life.
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- Rina Di Bonaventura
- Department of Neurosurgery, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy; Institute of Neurosurgery, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy; Institute of Neurosurgery, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Neurosurgical Clinic, AOUP "Paolo Giaccone," Postgraduate Residency Program in NeurologiSurgery, Department of Biomedicine Neurosciences and Advanced Diagnostics, School of Medicine, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy.
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- Institute of Neurosurgery, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Brain and Behavioural Sciences, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy; Department of the Humanities and Life Sciences, University School for Advanced Studies, Pavia, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy; Institute of Neurosurgery, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Institute of Neurosurgery, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy; Institute of Neurosurgery, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Neurosurgical Clinic, AOUP "Paolo Giaccone," Postgraduate Residency Program in NeurologiSurgery, Department of Biomedicine Neurosciences and Advanced Diagnostics, School of Medicine, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Neurosurgical Clinic, AOUP "Paolo Giaccone," Postgraduate Residency Program in NeurologiSurgery, Department of Biomedicine Neurosciences and Advanced Diagnostics, School of Medicine, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy; Institute of Neurosurgery, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy; Institute of Neurosurgery, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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Sun H, Zhong Y, Wang M, Niu S, Yang R, Tian Y, Li B. Postoperative Dexmedetomidine Infusion and Chronic Postsurgical Pain in Thoracoscopic Pulmonary Nodule Surgery: A Retrospective Study with Propensity-Score-Matched Analysis. Pain Ther 2024; 13:865-881. [PMID: 38805167 PMCID: PMC11254894 DOI: 10.1007/s40122-024-00611-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2024] [Accepted: 05/03/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Patients frequently suffer from debilitating chronic postsurgical pain (CPSP) subsequent to thoracoscopic surgery. The impact of postoperative dexmedetomidine infusion on CPSP remains elusive. This study aimed to scrutinize the effect of dexmedetomidine on both 1-year incidence of CPSP and the quality of recovery after thoracoscopic pulmonary nodule surgery. METHODS This retrospective analysis encompassed clinical and follow-up data from 1148 patients undergoing thoracoscopic pulmonary nodule surgery at our institution between September 2021 and August 2022. Depending on whether dexmedetomidine was infused intravenously or not on the first night after surgery, patients were stratified into the dexmedetomidine group or the control group, with propensity score matching applied to harmonize baseline characteristics. Comparative analysis sought to delineate distinctions of CPSP and recovery quality 1 year after surgery. RESULTS Following propensity score matching, a cohort of 258 patients in each group underwent analysis. Comparisons after matching revealed no statistically significant disparities in 1-year CPSP incidence [76/258 (29.5%) versus 78/258 (30.2%), P = 0.847], moderate-to-severe pain occurrence [17/76 (22.4%) versus 22/78 (28.2%), P = 0.405], neuropathic pain occurrence [11/76 (14.5%) versus 11/78 (14.1%), P = 0.948], and postoperative recovery quality assessed by 12-Item Short Form Health Survey (SF-12) score (113.1 [107.2, 116.0] versus 113.0 [107.4, 116.0], P = 0.328). Multivariate logistic regression analysis encompassing the entire cohort identified being female [odds ratio (OR) 2.10, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.59-2.79, P < 0.001) and postoperative rescue analgesia (OR 1.47, 95% CI 1.09-1.96, P = 0.010) as risk factors for CPSP, while intraoperative fentanyl dosage (OR 0.92, 95% CI 0.87-0.98, P = 0.006) emerged as a protective factor. CONCLUSION The prolonged administration of dexmedetomidine did not yield discernible amelioration in either 1-year CPSP or the recovery quality after thoracoscopic surgery. Noteworthy risk factors for CPSP encompassed female sex, postoperative rescue analgesia, and diminished fentanyl dosage intraoperatively.
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- Hang Sun
- Department of Anesthesiology, Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Medical School, Nanjing University, 321 Zhongshan Road, Nanjing, 210000, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital, Clinical College of Nanjing Medical University, 321 Zhongshan Road, Nanjing, 210000, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital, Clinical College of Xuzhou Medical University, 321 Zhongshan Road, Nanjing, 210000, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Medical School, Nanjing University, 321 Zhongshan Road, Nanjing, 210000, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Medical School, Nanjing University, 321 Zhongshan Road, Nanjing, 210000, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Medical School, Nanjing University, 321 Zhongshan Road, Nanjing, 210000, China.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Medical School, Nanjing University, 321 Zhongshan Road, Nanjing, 210000, China.
- Department of Anesthesiology, Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital, Clinical College of Nanjing Medical University, 321 Zhongshan Road, Nanjing, 210000, China.
- Department of Anesthesiology, Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital, Clinical College of Xuzhou Medical University, 321 Zhongshan Road, Nanjing, 210000, China.
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Bourion-Bédès S, Jeanbert E, Diakhate A, Rousseau H, Batt M, Kode M, Todorović A, Baumann C. Factors associated with an increased risk of anxiety among adolescents during the COVID-19 lockdown in the French Grand Est area. J Psychiatr Res 2024; 176:40-46. [PMID: 38838433 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpsychires.2024.05.049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2023] [Revised: 03/28/2024] [Accepted: 05/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/07/2024]
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The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted adolescent mental health worldwide. The current study aims to assess the feelings of French adolescents and the factors related to anxiety among these adolescents during the first lockdown due to COVID-19. A sample of 284 French adolescents from the Grand Est region aged 12-18 years completed an online survey evaluating their pandemic-related anxiety symptoms, behaviors, and feelings regarding the contingent strategies of lockdown that were taken and their living and learning conditions, family relationships, and social support. The Generalized Anxiety Disorder Scale (GAD-6) was used to assess anxiety. Data on parents' mental health status were also collected. A word cloud was generated to visualize respondents' feelings according to word use frequency. Cross-sectional analysis with linear regression was performed to identify the factors associated with a higher level of anxiety in adolescents. Higher anxiety scale scores were observed among females than among males (β = 1.2; P = 0.0005), among adolescents experiencing conflicts at home (β = 0.9; P = 0.03) and difficulties in isolation (β = 1.1; P = 0.02) than among those who did not report any difficulty, and among those working less than 2 h a day (β = 1.1; P = 0.003) than among those working more. Anxiety scale scores were lower in adolescents with higher family social support (β = -0.66; P < 0.001) and those with parents with no anxiety (β = -2.28; P < 0.001), lower anxiety (β = -1.38; P = 0.018), and higher mental health-related quality of life (β = -0.04; P = 0.03). These findings suggest a need to support interventions targeting parents' anxiety, develop strategies to increase family support, and establish consistent work schedules for children.
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- Stéphanie Bourion-Bédès
- Université Paris-Saclay, UVSQ, INSERM, Centre for Research in Epidemiology and Population Health (CESP), Team "DevPsy", 94807, Villejuif, France; Centre Hospitalier de Versailles, Service Universitaire de Psychiatrie de l'Enfant et de l'Adolescent, 78 157, Le Chesnay, France.
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- Methodology, Data Management and Statistics Unit, University Hospital of Nancy, 54000, Nancy, France.
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- Centre Hospitalier de Versailles, Service Universitaire de Psychiatrie de l'Enfant et de l'Adolescent, 78 157, Le Chesnay, France.
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- Methodology, Data Management and Statistics Unit, University Hospital of Nancy, 54000, Nancy, France.
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- InterPsy, GRC Team, University of Lorraine, 54000, Nancy, France.
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- InterPsy, GRC Team, University of Lorraine, 54000, Nancy, France.
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- UMR 1319 INSPIIRE, University of Lorraine, 54000, Nancy, France
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- Methodology, Data Management and Statistics Unit, University Hospital of Nancy, 54000, Nancy, France; UMR 1319 INSPIIRE, University of Lorraine, 54000, Nancy, France.
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Mauldin K, Pignotti GAP, Gieng J. Measures of nutrition status and health for weight-inclusive patient care: A narrative review. Nutr Clin Pract 2024; 39:751-771. [PMID: 38796769 DOI: 10.1002/ncp.11158] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2023] [Revised: 04/07/2024] [Accepted: 04/25/2024] [Indexed: 05/28/2024] Open
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In healthcare, weight is often equated to and used as a marker for health. In examining nutrition and health status, there are many more effective markers independent of weight. In this article, we review practical and emerging clinical applications of technologies and tools used to collect non-weight-related data in nutrition assessment, monitoring, and evaluation in the outpatient setting. The aim is to provide clinicians with new ideas about various types of data to evaluate and track in nutrition care.
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- Kasuen Mauldin
- Department of Nutrition, Food Science, and Packaging, San Jose State University, San Jose, California, USA
- Clinical Nutrition, Stanford Health Care, Stanford, California, USA
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- Department of Nutrition, Food Science, and Packaging, San Jose State University, San Jose, California, USA
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- Department of Nutrition, Food Science, and Packaging, San Jose State University, San Jose, California, USA
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Blumenau Pedersen M, Saxton JM, Rasmussen Villumsen B, Bjerggaard Jensen J, Birch S. Detailed description of multidisciplinary prehabilitation in patients admitted to nerve sparring radical prostatectomy - A randomized feasibility study protocol. Contemp Clin Trials Commun 2024; 40:101319. [PMID: 38947984 PMCID: PMC11211855 DOI: 10.1016/j.conctc.2024.101319] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2024] [Revised: 05/16/2024] [Accepted: 06/01/2024] [Indexed: 07/02/2024] Open
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Background Localized prostate cancer treated with radical prostatectomy is highly effective, though severe side-effects are common after the surgery. Prehabilitation is an approach to optimize patient's physical and mental resources before surgery, to improve postoperative outcomes. The feasibility of a multi-modal home-based prehabilitation program, delivered using telehealth in patients awaiting radical prostatectomy is unknown. This paper describes the development of a prehabilitation program for patients awaiting radical prostatectomy. Method A model by The Medical Research Council for developing and evaluating complex interventions (MRC Framework) was used in the development process. The Template for Intervention Description and Replication (TIDieR) checklist was applied for ensuring sufficient description of the interventions. A total of 40 patients will be randomized to either intervention or control group. Patients in the control group will follow standard care. The 4-week prehabilitation programme consists of exercise, pelvic floor exercise, sexual counseling, stress management and nutritional support. The interventions are home-based and delivered using telehealth. Feasibility outcomes will include recruitment, attrition rates, adherence, safety and suitability. Conclusion We have developed a multimodal prehabilitation programme, which has the potential to bring tangible health benefits to men with prostate cancer awaiting radical prostatectomy. The results of the feasibility study will inform the design of a fully powered randomized controlled trial.
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- Malene Blumenau Pedersen
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
- Department of Urology, Gødstrup Hospital, Gødstrup, Denmark
- Department of Occupational- and Physiotherapy, Gødstrup Hospital, Gødstrup, Denmark
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Hull, Hull, UK
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
- Department of Urology, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Occupational- and Physiotherapy, Gødstrup Hospital, Gødstrup, Denmark
- University Clinic for Hand, Hip and Knee Surgery, Gødstrup Hospital, Gødstrup, Denmark
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Pankratz L, Sommer JL, Mota N, El-Gabalawy R, Reynolds K. Perinatal mental health service use in a representative sample of US women. Midwifery 2024; 137:104121. [PMID: 39096772 DOI: 10.1016/j.midw.2024.104121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2024] [Revised: 07/22/2024] [Accepted: 07/24/2024] [Indexed: 08/05/2024]
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PROBLEM/BACKGROUND Mental health problems are prevalent during the perinatal period and mental health service use is lower among perinatal women compared to the general population. AIM This study examined the prevalence and variables associated with mental health service use (MHSU) among pregnant and postpartum women with a past-year mental disorder. METHODS We analyzed nationally representative data from the 2012-2013 National Epidemiologic Survey on Alcohol and Related Conditions (N = 36,309). Our study sample included all women aged 18 - 55 with a past year mental disorder (n = 6,295). Semi-structured interviews assessed past-year DSM-5 mental disorders, which were categorized into four groups: depressive/bipolar, anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder, and substance use. Logistic regressions examined rates and variables associated with MHSU across perinatal status, adjusting for key sociodemographic characteristics. FINDINGS Compared to non-perinatal women 18-55 with a past-year mental disorder (38.5 %), postpartum women had reduced odds of MHSU (23.6 %; AOR = 0.56, p < 0.05), and pregnant women also sought services less than non-perinatal women (32.6 %; AOR = 0.89 p > 0.05). All groups had increased odds of MHSU when individuals had a greater number of mental disorders (AORs = 1.78 - 2.75, p = 0.01 and p < 0.001). Physical health conditions were also associated with increased odds of MHSU among all groups, except postpartum women (AORs = 1.26 - 1.62, p = 0.05, p < 0.001). DISCUSSION/CONCLUSION Results highlight that over 60 % of perinatal women with mental disorders do not receive mental health services. This emphasizes the importance of mental health screening for perinatal women, particularly in the postpartum period.
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- Lily Pankratz
- University of Manitoba, Department of Psychology, Canada
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- University of Manitoba, Department of Clinical Health Psychology, Canada
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- University of Manitoba, Department of Clinical Health Psychology, Canada; University of Manitoba, Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine, Canada
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- University of Manitoba, Department of Psychology, Canada; University of Manitoba, Department of Psychiatry, Canada.
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Hu M, Scheffel J, Frischbutter S, Steinert C, Reidel U, Spindler M, Przybyłowicz K, Hawro M, Maurer M, Metz M, Hawro T. Characterization of cells and mediators associated with pruritus in primary cutaneous T-cell lymphomas. Clin Exp Med 2024; 24:171. [PMID: 39068637 DOI: 10.1007/s10238-024-01407-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2024] [Accepted: 06/14/2024] [Indexed: 07/30/2024]
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Patients with primary cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) often experience severe and difficult-to-treat pruritus that negatively affects their quality of life (QoL). However, the mechanisms of pruritus in CTCL, including mycosis fungoides (MF), remain largely unknown, and detailed characteristics of CTCL-associated pruritus is not fully elucidated. To characterize pruritus in CTCL, cutaneous B-cell lymphoma (CBCL), and large plaque parapsoriasis (LPP), and to identify potential itch mediators involved in the pathogenesis of pruritus in CTCL patients. Clinical data and blood samples were collected from 129 healthy subjects and 142 patients. Itch intensity, QoL impairment, psychological distress, and sleep quality were assessed using validated questionnaires and instruments. Blood levels of BDNF, CCL24, GRP, IL-31, IL-33, sST2, substance P, TSLP, tryptase and total IgE were measured using ELISA or ImmunoCAP. Pruritus was prevalent in CTCL, LPP and CBCL patients, with higher prevalence and severity observed in CTCL. In CTCL, pruritus correlated with significant impairment in QoL, sleep, psychological distress. Compared to healthy controls, elevated levels of IL-31, IL-33, substance P, total IgE, tryptase, and TSLP were found in MF patients. A comparison of MF patients with and without pruritus revealed higher levels of IL-31, substance P, GRP, and CCL24 in the former. Itch intensity positively correlated with IL-31, GRP, CCL24, and tryptase levels. Pruritus significantly burdens CTCL patients, necessitating appropriate therapeutic management. Our findings suggest that various non-histaminergic mediators such as tryptase and IL-31 could be explored as novel therapeutic targets for managing pruritus in MF patients.
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- Man Hu
- Institute of Allergology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität Zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
- Allergology and Immunology, Fraunhofer Institute for Translational Medicine and Pharmacology ITMP, Berlin, Germany
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- Institute of Allergology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität Zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
- Allergology and Immunology, Fraunhofer Institute for Translational Medicine and Pharmacology ITMP, Berlin, Germany
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- Institute of Allergology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität Zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
- Allergology and Immunology, Fraunhofer Institute for Translational Medicine and Pharmacology ITMP, Berlin, Germany
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- Institute of Allergology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität Zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
- Allergology and Immunology, Fraunhofer Institute for Translational Medicine and Pharmacology ITMP, Berlin, Germany
- Department of Biology, Chemistry and Pharmacy, Freie Universität Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Allergology and Venereology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität Zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Institute of Allergology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität Zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
- Allergology and Immunology, Fraunhofer Institute for Translational Medicine and Pharmacology ITMP, Berlin, Germany
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- Institute of Allergology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität Zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Allergology and Venereology, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein (UKSH), Campus Lübeck, Ratzeburger Allee 160, 23538, Lübeck, Germany
- Institute for Inflammation Medicine, University of Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany
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- Institute of Allergology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität Zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
- Allergology and Immunology, Fraunhofer Institute for Translational Medicine and Pharmacology ITMP, Berlin, Germany
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- Institute of Allergology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität Zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany.
- Allergology and Immunology, Fraunhofer Institute for Translational Medicine and Pharmacology ITMP, Berlin, Germany.
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- Department of Dermatology, Allergology and Venereology, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein (UKSH), Campus Lübeck, Ratzeburger Allee 160, 23538, Lübeck, Germany
- Institute for Inflammation Medicine, University of Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany
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Zhang M, Kozlowski H, Chew R, Htun NSN, Morris SK, Akladious C, Sarker AR, Lubell Y, Peto TJ. The spectrum of health conditions in community-based cross-sectional surveys in Southeast Asia 2010-21: a scoping review. BMC Public Health 2024; 24:1853. [PMID: 38992660 PMCID: PMC11238468 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-024-19347-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2024] [Accepted: 07/03/2024] [Indexed: 07/13/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Southeast Asia is undergoing an epidemiological transition with non-communicable illnesses becoming increasingly important, yet infectious diseases (tuberculosis, HIV, hepatitis B, malaria) remain widely prevalent in some populations, while emerging and zoonotic diseases threaten. There are also limited population-level estimates of many important heath conditions. This restricts evidence-based decision-making for disease control and prevention priorities. Cross-sectional surveys can be efficient epidemiological tools to measure the prevalence of a wide range of diseases, but no systematic assessment of their coverage of different health conditions has been produced for the region. METHODS We conducted a systematic search in Medline, Embase, Global Health, CINAHL, Scopus, Web of Science Core Collection, and Global Index Medicus, and additionally Google Scholar. Our inclusion criteria were cross-sectional surveys conducted with community-based recruitment, in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand, published between January 1, 2010 and January 27, 2021, and reporting the prevalence of any health condition. RESULTS 542 publications from 337 surveys were included. Non-communicable conditions (n = 205) were reported by more surveys than infectious conditions (n = 124). Disability (n = 49), self-report history of any disease or symptoms (n = 35), and self-perceived health status (n = 34), which reflect a holistic picture of health, were studied by many fewer surveys. In addition, 45 surveys studied symptomatic conditions which overlap between non-communicable and infectious conditions. The most surveyed conditions were undernutrition, obesity, hypertension, diabetes, intestinal parasites, malaria, anemia, diarrhea, fever, and acute respiratory infections. These conditions overlap with the most important causes of death and disability in the Global Burden of Disease study. However, other high-burden conditions (e.g. hearing loss, headache disorder, low back pain, chronic liver and kidney diseases, and cancers) were rarely studied. CONCLUSION There were relatively few recent surveys from which to estimate representative prevalences and trends of health conditions beyond those known to be high burden. Expanding the spectrum of health conditions in cross-sectional surveys could improve understanding of evolving disease patterns in the region.
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- Meiwen Zhang
- Mahidol-Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Unit, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.
- Centre for Tropical Medicine and Global Health, Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK.
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- University of Toronto Temerty Faculty of Medicine, Toronto, Canada
- Division of Infectious Diseases and Centre for Global Child Health, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Mahidol-Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Unit, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Centre for Tropical Medicine and Global Health, Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- Mahidol-Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Unit, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Infectious Diseases and Centre for Global Child Health, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Mahidol-Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Unit, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Centre for Tropical Medicine and Global Health, Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Mahidol-Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Unit, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Centre for Tropical Medicine and Global Health, Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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Carta MG, Cossu G, Primavera D, Aviles Gonzalez CI, Testa G, Stocchino S, Finco G, Littera MT, Deidda MC, Lorrai S, Madeddu C, Nardi AE, Sancassiani F. Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback Efficacy on Fatigue and Energy Levels in Fibromyalgia: A Secondary Analysis of RCT NCT0412183. J Clin Med 2024; 13:4008. [PMID: 39064048 PMCID: PMC11278324 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13144008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2024] [Revised: 06/26/2024] [Accepted: 07/04/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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Background: Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMs) is a chronic condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain and a range of complex symptoms, with chronic fatigue being a central feature significantly impacting daily life. The aim of this study was to analyze the secondary outcomes, specifically those related to perceived energy and fatigue symptoms in a randomized controlled trial (RCT) assessing the efficacy of heart rate variability biofeedback (HRV-BF) as an adjunctive treatment for FMs. Methods: Sixty-four FMs patients were randomly assigned to either receive 10 HRV-BF training sessions alongside standard pharmacological therapy (experimental group) or standard therapy alone for 10 weeks (control group). For this secondary analysis, potential improvements in specific items were evaluated regarding perceived energy (Item 10 of the Short-Form Health Survey), the ability to walk and climb stairs (Item 7 and Item 11 of the Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire, respectively), and the impact of pain on movement ability (Item 17 of the Bodily and Emotional Perception of Pain). Results: The experimental group demonstrated an improvement in the perception of energy, the ability to walk, and the impact of pain on movement ability. However, the same improvement was not observed in the ability to climb stairs. Conclusions: Fatigue assessment has emerged as a crucial factor for evaluating treatment efficacy in FMs and related conditions linked to altered energy levels, such as bipolar depression, and can offer valuable insights for precisely guiding HRV-BF treatments. ClinicalTrials.gov with code: NCT04121832.
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- Mauro Giovanni Carta
- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (M.G.C.); (S.S.); (S.L.); (F.S.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (M.G.C.); (S.S.); (S.L.); (F.S.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (M.G.C.); (S.S.); (S.L.); (F.S.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (M.G.C.); (S.S.); (S.L.); (F.S.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (M.G.C.); (S.S.); (S.L.); (F.S.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (M.G.C.); (S.S.); (S.L.); (F.S.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (M.G.C.); (S.S.); (S.L.); (F.S.)
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- Department of Pedagogy, Psychological Sciences and Philosophy, University of Cagliari, 09042 Cagliari, Italy
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- Center for Palliative Care and Pain Management, University Hospital of Cagliari, 09042 Cagliari, Italy;
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (M.G.C.); (S.S.); (S.L.); (F.S.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (M.G.C.); (S.S.); (S.L.); (F.S.)
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- Institute of Psychiatry-IPUB, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro 20010-90, Brazil;
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (M.G.C.); (S.S.); (S.L.); (F.S.)
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Wijemunige N, van Baal P, Rannan-Eliya RP, O'Donnell O. Health outcomes and healthcare utilization associated with four undiagnosed chronic conditions: evidence from nationally representative survey data in Sri Lanka. BMC GLOBAL AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2024; 2:45. [PMID: 38983904 PMCID: PMC11228003 DOI: 10.1186/s44263-024-00075-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2024] [Accepted: 06/25/2024] [Indexed: 07/11/2024]
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Background Low awareness of chronic conditions raises the risk of poorer health outcomes and may result in healthcare utilization and spending in response to symptoms of undiagnosed conditions. Little evidence exists, particularly from lower-middle-income countries, on the health and healthcare use of undiagnosed people with an indication of a condition. This study aimed to compare health (physical, mental, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL)) and healthcare (inpatient and outpatient visits and out-of-pocket (OOP) medical spending) outcomes of undiagnosed Sri Lankans with an indication of coronary heart disease (CHD), hypertension, diabetes, and depression with the outcomes of their compatriots who were diagnosed or had no indication of these conditions. Methods This study used a nationally representative survey of Sri Lankan adults to identify people with an indication of CHD, hypertension, diabetes, or depression, and ascertain if they were diagnosed. Outcomes were self-reported measures of physical and mental functioning (12-Item Short Form Survey (SF-12)), HRQoL (EQ-5D-5L), inpatient and outpatient visits, and OOP spending. For each condition, we estimated the mean of each outcome for respondents with (a) no indication, (b) an indication without diagnosis, and (c) a diagnosis. We adjusted the group differences in these means for socio-demographic covariates using ordinary least squares (OLS) regression for physical and mental function, Tobit regression for HRQoL, and a generalized linear model (GLM) for healthcare visits and OOP spending. Results An indication of each of CHD and depression, which are typically symptomatic, was associated with a lower adjusted mean of physical (CHD -2.65, 95% CI -3.66, -1.63; depression -5.78, 95% CI -6.91, -4.64) and mental functioning (CHD -2.25, 95% CI -3.38, -1.12; depression -6.70, 95% CI -7.97, -5.43) and, for CHD, more annual outpatient visits (2.13, 95% CI 0.81, 3.44) compared with no indication of the respective condition. There were no such differences for indications of hypertension and diabetes, which are often asymptomatic. Conclusions Living with undiagnosed CHD and depression was associated with worse health and, for CHD, greater utilization of healthcare. Diagnosis and management of these symptomatic conditions can potentially improve health partly through substitution of effective healthcare for that which primarily responds to symptoms. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s44263-024-00075-0.
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- Nilmini Wijemunige
- Institute for Health Policy, Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management, Erasmus University Rotterdam, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management, Erasmus University Rotterdam, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
- Erasmus School of Economics, Erasmus University Rotterdam, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management, Erasmus University Rotterdam, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
- Erasmus School of Economics, Erasmus University Rotterdam, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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Latorre M, Rizzi A, Paggiaro P, Baiardini I, Bagnasco D, Del Giacco S, Lombardi C, Patella V, Nucera E, Parente R, Paoletti G, Pini L, Ridolo E, Senna G, Blasi F, Canonica GW. Asthma management, focused on the use of oral corticosteroids: the opinions of Italian asthmatic patients. J Asthma 2024:1-12. [PMID: 38578082 DOI: 10.1080/02770903.2024.2338863] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2023] [Accepted: 03/31/2024] [Indexed: 04/06/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Patients' perceptions of asthma symptoms, and attitudes regarding diagnosis and management, can affect their ability to reach good asthma control. The aim of the study was to explore patients' perceptions of asthma management, with focus on treatment with oral corticosteroids (OCS). METHODS A DOXAPHARMA survey was conducted. A questionnaire with 46 multiple choice questions was completed by 50 patients with severe uncontrolled asthma, and 258 with mild-moderate controlled or partly controlled asthma. Participants were representative of Italian asthmatic patients-with medium age, long asthma duration, delayed diagnosis, poor asthma control, and frequent exacerbations. RESULTS Many asthmatics reported inadequate pharmacologic treatment. The majority but not all patients regularly used ICS/LABA. Oral treatment was common, mainly with OCS, particularly in severe asthmatics. One-fourth of patients did not regularly use inhaled therapy, and adherence was poor, resulting in frequent OCS use to treat exacerbations, which were common in mild-moderate cases. Patients were fairly satisfied with asthma therapies, but many had concerns about long-term corticosteroid use. Patients complained about poor management of comorbidities associated with asthma and OCS use, but were generally satisfied with their patient/doctor relationships. Many patients failed to achieve optimal health-related quality of life (HRQoL), mainly those with severe asthma who used OCS treatment and emphasized how OCS therapy impacted QoL. CONCLUSIONS The survey results confirmed many problems related to mild-moderate and severe asthma management in Italy and highlighted the overuse of OCS rather than more effective and safe treatments, which had strong negative effects on HRQoL.
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- Manuela Latorre
- Pulmonology Unit, Department of Medical Specialties, Nuovo Ospedale Apuano, Massa, Italy
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- UOSD Allergologia e Immunologia Clinica, Dipartimento Scienze Mediche e Chirurgiche, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Medicine, Molecular Biology and Critical Care, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Respiratory Clinic, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Genoa, Genoa, Italy
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- Clinica delle Malattie Respiratorie ed Allergologia, IRCCS Policlinico San Martino, Genova, Italy
- Dipartimento di Medicina Interna (DIMI), Università degli Studi di Genova, Genova, Italy
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- Unit of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Departmental Unit of Allergology & Respiratory Diseases, Fondazione Poliambulanza, Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Internal and Respiratory Medicine, Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, "Santa Maria della Speranza" Hospital, Salerno, Italy
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- UOSD Allergologia e Immunologia Clinica, Dipartimento Scienze Mediche e Chirurgiche, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Roma, Italy
- Medicina e Chirurgia Traslazionale, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, Department of Medicine, University of Salerno, Fisciano, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
- Personalized Medicine, Asthma and Allergy, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center, IRCCS, Rozzano, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Sciences, Spedali Civili di Brescia, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Asthma Center and Allergy Unit, University of Verona and General Hospital, Verona, Italy
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- Internal Medicine Department, Respiratory Unit and Cystic Fibrosis Center, Fondazione IRCCS Cà Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico di Milano, Milan, Italy
- Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
- Personalized Medicine, Asthma and Allergy, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center, IRCCS, Rozzano, Italy
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Oude Geerdink E, Huysmans MA, van Kempen H, van Weeghel J, Motazedi E, Anema JR. Individual Placement and Support and Participatory Workplace Intervention on the Work Participation of People with Disabilities: A Randomised Controlled Trial. JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL REHABILITATION 2024:10.1007/s10926-024-10219-6. [PMID: 38954248 DOI: 10.1007/s10926-024-10219-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/09/2024] [Indexed: 07/04/2024]
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PURPOSE This study assessed the effectiveness of Individual Placement and Support (IPS), Participatory Workplace Intervention (PWI), and IPS + PWI on work participation and health of people with work disabilities. METHODS A randomised controlled 2 × 2 factorial trial with 120 clients and an 18-month follow-up was performed. Differences between IPS and no-IPS and between PWI and no-PWI were assessed using log-rank tests and Cox proportional hazards models. RESULTS In the IPS group, restricted mean survival time (RMST) for sustainable paid employment was 352 days, compared to 394 in the no-IPS group (HR = 1.47, 95% CI = 0.81-2.63). In the PWI group the RMST was 378 days, compared to 367 in the no-PWI group (HR = 0.89, 95% CI = 0.48-1.64). For the secondary outcome 'starting any paid employment, a trial placement, or education' RMST was significantly lower for the IPS group (222 days) than for the no-IPS group (335 days; HR = 1.85, 95% CI = 1.01-3.42). Mental health was significantly lower (worse) in the PWI group (difference -4.07, 95% CI = -7.93 to -0.22) than in the no-PWI group. For all other secondary outcomes, no statistically significant differences were found. CONCLUSION No statistically significant differences were observed in the duration until starting sustainable employment between IPS and no-IPS, and between PWI and no-PWI. The duration until starting any paid employment, a trial placement, or education was shorter in the IPS group than in the no-IPS group, but further research should explore whether this also increases sustainable employment in the longer term.
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- E Oude Geerdink
- Department of Public and Occupational Health, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam UMC - Location VU Medical Center, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Van der Boechorstraat 7, Postbus 7057, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Public and Occupational Health, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam UMC - Location VU Medical Center, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Van der Boechorstraat 7, Postbus 7057, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Research and Statistics, City of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Tranzo, Tilburg School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Tilburg University, Tilburg, The Netherlands
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- Department of Public and Occupational Health, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam UMC - Location VU Medical Center, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Van der Boechorstraat 7, Postbus 7057, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Public and Occupational Health, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam UMC - Location VU Medical Center, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Van der Boechorstraat 7, Postbus 7057, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Teno SC, Silva MN, Júdice PB. Associations between domains of sedentary behavior, well-being, and quality of life - a cross-sectional study. BMC Public Health 2024; 24:1756. [PMID: 38956508 PMCID: PMC11218219 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-024-19252-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2023] [Accepted: 06/24/2024] [Indexed: 07/04/2024] Open
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The importance of reducing sedentary behavior (SB) in the prevention of mortality and chronic and mental diseases is scientifically well grounded, but SB can be accumulated in diverse domains of life, such as leisure-time SB, transport between home/work/school when sitting (transport-related SB), or in occupational settings such as working or studying (occupational SB), and the associations for each domain of SB with well-being measures and quality of life are still underexplored from a positive perspective. Through a cross-sectional investigation, we collected data from 584 participants who completed a questionnaire throughout November 2021 and with Spearman correlation test, analysed the associations between SB in three different domains with psychological well-being, satisfaction with life, and quality of life. Our results indicated that after adjustment for physical activity, sex, body mass index, smoking history, chronic disease status, financial perception, quality/duration of sleep and university group, in younger adults (18 to 24 years old), leisure-time SB was negatively related to psychological well-being (rho = -0.255; p = 0.008), and in adults (25 to 64 years old), occupational SB was negatively related to satisfaction with life (rho = -0.257; p < .001) and the mental component of quality of life (rho = -0.163; p = 0.027). Our findings highlight the idea that not all SB is built the same and that future strategies to reduce SB from people's lives must target specific domains of SB according to the age group when aiming to improve well-being and quality of life.
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- Sabrina C Teno
- Faculdade de Educação Física e Desporto, CIDEFES, Universidade Lusófona, Campo Grande, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Faculdade de Educação Física e Desporto, CIDEFES, Universidade Lusófona, Campo Grande, Lisbon, Portugal
- Programa Nacional Para a Promoção da Atividade Física, Direção-Geral da Saúde, Lisbon, Portugal
- CIFI2D Universidade Do Porto, Porto, Portugal
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- Faculdade de Educação Física e Desporto, CIDEFES, Universidade Lusófona, Campo Grande, Lisbon, Portugal.
- CIFI2D Universidade Do Porto, Porto, Portugal.
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Aumaitre A, Gagnayre R, Foucaut AM. Determinants and factors of physical activity and sedentary behaviors among post-treatment breast, colorectal, lung, and prostate cancer survivors living in France: Results from the DEFACTO study first phase. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2024; 124:108273. [PMID: 38598865 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2024.108273] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2023] [Revised: 03/18/2024] [Accepted: 03/21/2024] [Indexed: 04/12/2024]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to investigate the facilitators and barriers to adopting an active lifestyle among post-treatment cancer survivors in France. METHODS Breast, colorectal, lung, and prostate cancer survivors were recruited. Participants completed a questionnaire covering sociodemographic and clinical factors, physical activity (PA) experiences, variables from the Transtheoretical model, types of motivation, knowledge of PA benefits, barriers to PA, and quality of life. We categorized participants into 4 profiles combining PA level and sedentary behaviors. RESULTS One hundred and seventy-five participants were included. Ordinal logistic regression revealed that the active lifestyle of cancer survivors is influenced by their professional situation (OR, 3.99; 95%CI, 1.76-9.10 and OR, 3.14; 95%CI, 1.45-6.77), the use of self-liberation (OR, 0.41; 95%CI, 0.20-0.82), helping relationships processes of change (OR, 2.45; 95%CI, 1.20-5.00), and quality of life (OR, 1.11; 95%CI, 1.04-1.18). CONCLUSIONS Identifying the factors associated with PA and sedentary behavior among cancer survivors in France will facilitate the adaptation of programs according to a whole-person approach. Semi-structured interviews will further enhance insights in this mixed-methods study. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS Interventions aimed at promoting an active lifestyle among cancer survivors should be customized based on professional situation, the utilization of experiential behavior change processes, and perceived quality of life.
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- Albane Aumaitre
- Sorbonne Paris North University, Health Educations and Promotion Laboratory, LEPS, UR 3412, F-93430 Villetaneuse, France.
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- Sorbonne Paris North University, Health Educations and Promotion Laboratory, LEPS, UR 3412, F-93430 Villetaneuse, France
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- Sorbonne Paris North University, Health Educations and Promotion Laboratory, LEPS, UR 3412, F-93430 Villetaneuse, France; Sports Science department, Sorbonne Paris North University, Bobigny, France
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Cataneo-Piña DJ, Castorena-Maldonado A, González-Islas D, Galicia-Amor S, Orea-Tejeda A, Pelaez-Hernández V, Gutiérrez-Álvarez AD, Rojas-Serrano J, Ortiz-Reyes E, Mendoza-Méndez A, Mendoza-Escamilla Á, Fabre-Alonso S, Buendía-Roldán I, Gochicoa-Rangel L, López-García C, Radillo-Gil M, Hernández Favela CG, Monraz-Perez S, Salas-Hernández J, Santillán-Doherty P. Enhancing quality of life in severe post-COVID-19 survivors through multidisciplinary care. ERJ Open Res 2024; 10:00214-2024. [PMID: 39104955 PMCID: PMC11299004 DOI: 10.1183/23120541.00214-2024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2024] [Accepted: 04/05/2024] [Indexed: 08/07/2024] Open
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Background COVID-19 survivors who were hospitalised continue to experience long-term multisystemic sequelae and symptoms, impacting their health-related quality of life (HRQoL). The complexity of post-COVID-19 conditions underscores the importance of adopting a multidisciplinary, patient-centric approach to ensure ongoing care. This study aims to assess HRQoL and post-COVID symptoms in a cohort of severe COVID-19 survivors depending on their participation in a multidisciplinary programme. Methods This prospective study was conducted in a post-COVID clinic staffed by a multidisciplinary team (physical rehabilitator, nutritionist, psychologist, including experts in pulmonary rehabilitation, nutrition, psychology and others). Subjects over 18 years old who were hospitalised due to severe COVID-19 during the acute phase and had attended the post-COVID clinic within the first 3 months following discharge were included. Subjects who were unable or unwilling to provide informed consent to participate in the protocol were excluded. Linear mixed-effect models were employed to examine changes in 12-Item Short-Form Health Survey (SF-12) component scores. The resolution of post-COVID symptom clusters was compared using the Cox model. Results A total of 730 patients were included, with a mean±sd age of 55.78±15.43 years; 60.55% were male and 90.62% required mechanical ventilation during hospitalisation. Programme attendants demonstrated improved SF-12 physical and mental component scores at 3 and 12 months. A reduction in the prevalence of post-COVID symptoms was observed in both groups, with greater reductions in those attending the programme. Conclusion Our study showed that patients enrolled on the multidisciplinary programme experienced improvements in fatigue, musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, neuropsychiatric and respiratory symptoms, along with enhanced SF-12 mental and physical component scores.
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- Daniela Josefina Cataneo-Piña
- Geriatrics, Palliative Care Clinic, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Otorhinolaryngology Department, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Heart Failure and Respiratory Distress Clinic, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Pulmonary Rehabilitation Department, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Heart Failure and Respiratory Distress Clinic, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Heart Failure and Respiratory Distress Clinic, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Psychiatric Clinic, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Rheumatology Clinic, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Geriatrics, Palliative Care Clinic, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Geriatrics, Palliative Care Clinic, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Geriatrics, Palliative Care Clinic, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Geriatrics, Palliative Care Clinic, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Translational Research Laboratory on Aging and Pulmonary Fibrosis, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Department of Pulmonary Physiology at Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Otorhinolaryngology Department, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Otorhinolaryngology Department, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Geriatrics, Palliative Care Clinic, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Medical Direction, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Medical Direction, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Medical Direction, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias “Ismael Cosío Villegas”, Mexico City, Mexico
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Iida H, Takegami Y, Osawa Y, Funahashi H, Ozawa Y, Ido H, Asamoto T, Otaka K, Tanaka S, Imagama S. Association of mid-thigh quadriceps muscle quality with postoperative outcomes in patients with hip osteoarthritis undergoing total hip arthroplasty: a retrospective cohort study. INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS 2024; 48:1715-1721. [PMID: 38472467 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-024-06142-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2024] [Accepted: 03/05/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024]
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PURPOSE Muscle quality is more important than muscle mass for assessing physical function. Computed tomography (CT) is used to evaluate intramuscular fatty infiltration. The mid-thigh quadriceps CT attenuation values (CTV) expressed in Hounsfield units (HU) negatively correlate with physical function. Patients with hip osteoarthritis (HOA) have lower extremity muscle atrophy, including decreased cross-sectional area (CSA), CTV, and muscle strength. Using preoperative CT images, we investigated the association between mid-thigh quadriceps CSA, CTV, and postoperative outcomes in patients with HOA. METHODS This study included 62 patients who had unilateral HOA (62 hips) and underwent total hip arthroplasty (THA). We investigated the association between preoperative and postoperative Japanese Orthopaedic Association (JOA) hip scores, 12-item Short Form survey (SF-12), mid-thigh quadriceps CSA, and CTV. RESULTS The mean age was 64.7 ± 10.1 years, with 15 men (24.2%), and the mean body mass index was 24.3 ± 4.3 kg/m2. Secondary HOA was present in 79.0% of patients. The mean CSA and CTV of the mid-thigh quadriceps on the operative side were 38.8 ± 9.8 cm2 and 40.3 ± 7.8 HU, respectively. Multiple regression analyses adjusted for age and sex showed that preoperative mid-thigh quadriceps CSA was not associated with preoperative and postoperative JOA hip scores or SF-12. The preoperative mid-thigh quadriceps CTV was associated with the postoperative JOA hip score in the gait ability domain and SF-12 in the physical component summary domain. CONCLUSION Preoperative muscle quality is associated with postoperative outcomes in patients who have HOA regardless of age and sex.
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- Hiroki Iida
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Aichi, 466-8560, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Aichi, 466-8560, Japan.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Aichi, 466-8560, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Aichi, 466-8560, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Aichi, 466-8560, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Aichi, 466-8560, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Aichi, 466-8560, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Aichi, 466-8560, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Aichi, 466-8560, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Aichi, 466-8560, Japan
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Riddle DL, Dumenci L. Using Two Predictive Models to Capture Two Types of Poor Outcomes in Knee Arthroplasty: A Multisite Longitudinal Cohort Study. Arthritis Rheumatol 2024; 76:1036-1046. [PMID: 38327016 PMCID: PMC11213671 DOI: 10.1002/art.42819] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Revised: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 02/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/09/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Poor outcome after knee arthroplasty (KA), a common major surgery worldwide, reportedly occurs in approximately 20% of patients. These patients demonstrate minimal improvement, at least moderate knee pain, and difficulty performing many routine daily activities. The purposes of our study were to comprehensively determine poor outcome risk after KA and to identify predictors of poor outcome. METHODS Data from 565 participants with KA in the Osteoarthritis Initiative and the Multicenter Osteoarthritis studies were used. Previously validated latent class analyses (LCAs) of good versus poor outcome trajectories of Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Arthritis Index (WOMAC) Pain and Disability were generated to describe minimal improvement and poor final outcome. The modified Escobar RAND appropriateness system was used to generate classifications of appropriate, inconclusive, and rarely appropriate. Multivariable prediction models included LCA-based good versus poor outcome, modified Escobar classifications, and evidence-driven preoperative prognostic variables. RESULTS Modified Escobar appropriateness classifications were nonsignificant predictors of WOMAC Pain good versus poor outcomes, indicating the methods provide independent outcome estimates. For WOMAC Pain and WOMAC Disability, approximately 34% and 45% of participants, respectively, had a high probability of either minimal improvement via "rarely appropriate" classifications or poor outcome via LCA. In multivariable prediction models, greater contralateral knee pain consistently predicted poor outcome (eg, odds ratio 1.21, 95% confidence interval 1.10-1.33). CONCLUSION Appropriateness criteria and LCA estimates provided combined poor outcome estimates that were approximately double the commonly reported poor outcome of 20%. Rates of poor outcome could be reduced if clinicians screened patients using appropriateness criteria and LCA predictors before surgery to optimize outcome.
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Rempert AN, Rempert TH, Liu A, Hernández A, Blanck J, Segars J, Singh B. A Systematic Review of the Psychosocial Impact of Endometriosis before and after Treatment. Reprod Sci 2024; 31:1828-1860. [PMID: 38512699 PMCID: PMC11216884 DOI: 10.1007/s43032-024-01515-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2023] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 03/23/2024]
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While endometriosis is a common gynecologic disease associated with infertility, the psychosocial impact of endometriosis has not been evaluated against various quality of life (QoL) instruments and compared with other chronic illnesses. We rigorously analyzed the psychosocial burden of endometriosis in adult women and compared standardized and validated QoL scores of women with and without endometriosis, before and following treatment, and against other chronic illnesses. We searched PubMed, PsychINFO Embase, and Cochrane Reviews and ClinicalTrials.gov from January 1990 to December 2022 for publications using a detailed list of search terms related to QoL, endometriosis, and questionnaires. Only English-language publications that evaluated the association between Endometriosis and QoL using standardized and validated questionnaires measured at baseline and following treatment were considered. Four reviewers first performed a title and abstract screening followed by full text-review to finalize included articles. QoL scores of women with endometriosis were measured at baseline and analyzed against women without endometriosis and women with endometriosis who had undergone treatment. Additionally, baseline endometriosis scores were assessed against the published QoL scores of populations with other chronic conditions. Assessment of risk of bias was performed in accordance with Cochrane and Newcastle-Ottawa Scale guidelines. A total of 30 articles were included in this review: 4 randomized trials and 26 observational studies. The diagnosis and experience of women with symptomatic endometriosis had an equal or worse QoL score than that of other chronic conditions including heart disease, diabetes, and breast cancer when compared using the 36-Item Short Form Survey and World Health Organization Quality of Life questionnaires. Evidence showed association between low QoL and infertility, sexual dysfunction, mental health struggles, physical pain, poor sleep and fatigue. QoL scores were lower at baseline compared to following treatment in the majority of these domains. Endometriosis is associated with significant psychosocial burden and impaired QoL scores across baseline measurements in comparison to controls and other chronic illnesses. Medical and surgical interventions significantly decreased experienced burdens and improved QoL of women with endometriosis.
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- Ashley N Rempert
- Department of Biology, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Physiology and Biophysics, Casewestern Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Neuroscience, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Biology, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Informationist Services, Welch Medical Library, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Division of Reproductive Sciences &, Women's Health Research, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 720 Rutland Avenue, Ross Research Building, Room 624, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Division of Reproductive Sciences &, Women's Health Research, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 720 Rutland Avenue, Ross Research Building, Room 624, Baltimore, MD, USA.
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Baka P, Segelcke D, Birklein F, Pogatzki-Zahn EM, Bigalke S, Süer A, Dugas M, Steenken L, Sommer C, Papagianni A. Phenotyping peripheral neuropathies with and without pruritus: a cross-sectional multicenter study. Pain 2024:00006396-990000000-00638. [PMID: 38968397 DOI: 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000003300] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2024] [Accepted: 05/11/2024] [Indexed: 07/07/2024]
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ABSTRACT Pruritus often escapes physicians' attention in patients with peripheral neuropathy (PNP). Here we aimed to characterize neuropathic pruritus in a cohort of 191 patients with PNP (large, mixed, or small fiber) and 57 control subjects with deep phenotyping in a multicenter cross-sectional observational study at 3 German sites. All participants underwent thorough neurological examination, nerve conduction studies, quantitative sensory testing, and skin biopsies to assess intraepidermal nerve fiber density. Patients filled in a set of questionnaires assessing the characteristics of pruritus and pain, the presence of depression and anxiety, and quality of life. Based on the severity of pruritus and pain, patients were grouped into 4 groups: "pruritus," "pain," "pruritus and pain," and "no pruritus/no pain." Although 11% (21/191) of patients reported pruritus as their only symptom, further 34.6% (66/191) reported pruritus and pain. Patients with pain (with or without pruritus) were more affected by anxiety, depression, and reduced quality of life than control subjects. Patients with pruritus (with and without pain) had increases in cold detection threshold, showing Aδ-fiber dysfunction. The pruritus group had lower intraepidermal nerve fiber density at the thigh, concomitant with a more proximal distribution of symptoms compared with the other PNP groups. Stratification of patients with PNP by using cross-sectional datasets and multinominal logistic regression analysis revealed distinct patterns for the patient groups. Together, our study sheds light on the presence of neuropathic pruritus in patients with PNP and its relationship with neuropathic pain, outlines the sensory and structural abnormalities associated with neuropathic pruritus, and highlights its impact on anxiety levels.
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- Panoraia Baka
- Department of Neurology, University Hospital Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Anaesthesiology, Intensive Care, and Pain Medicine, University Hospital Münster, Germany
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- Department of Neurology, University Hospital Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Anaesthesiology, Intensive Care, and Pain Medicine, University Hospital Münster, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Informatics, University of Münster, Münster, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Informatics, University of Münster, Münster, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Informatics, University of Münster, Münster, Germany
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- Department of Neurology, University Hospital Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Neurology, University Hospital Würzburg, Würzburg, Germany
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Moraca G, Martinelli N, Bianchi A, Filardo G, Sansone V. Subtalar arthroereisis with metallic implant is a safe and effective treatment for pediatric patients with symptomatic flexible flatfeet. A 10-year clinical and radiographic follow-up. Foot Ankle Surg 2024:S1268-7731(24)00143-7. [PMID: 38972783 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2024.06.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2024] [Revised: 05/13/2024] [Accepted: 06/24/2024] [Indexed: 07/09/2024]
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BACKGROUND Subtalar arthroereisis (SA) is an increasingly applied minimally invasive approach for flexible flat foot (FFF) not responsive to conservative treatment. This study aimed at evaluating the long-term clinical and radiographic outcomes of SA in pediatric patients with symptomatic FFF. METHODS Thirty-seven patients (11.9 ± 1.6yy) underwent SA (74 feet), with outcomes assessed after a mean 10-year follow-up. Pain, quality of life, foot functionality, and alignment were evaluated using validated tools and radiographic parameters, calculated on weightbearing x-rays pre- and post-operatively. RESULTS Clinical outcomes reached excellent postoperative results (FFI: 9.1, AOFAS: 94.5) with a low 0.9 NRS pain (p < 0.01) and a 92 % satisfaction. All radiographic parameters improved significantly towards normal values: CP 17.5 ± 3.9, MA 4.3 ± 5.8, TCA 42.8 ± 6.2, TNCA 21.1 ± 8.5, TNU% 26.6 ± 8.4 (all p < 0.01). CONCLUSIONS SA with a metallic endosinotarsal device provided significant long-term clinical and radiographic improvements, with low complication rates and high patient satisfaction, supporting its efficacy as a treatment option for pediatric symptomatic FFF. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV.
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- Giacomo Moraca
- Service of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Department of Surgery, EOC, Via Tesserete 46, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland.
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- IRCCS Galeazzi - Sant'Ambrogio Institute, Via Cristina Belgioioso 173, 20157 Milan, Italy
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- IRCCS Galeazzi - Sant'Ambrogio Institute, Via Cristina Belgioioso 173, 20157 Milan, Italy
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- Service of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Department of Surgery, EOC, Via Tesserete 46, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland; Faculty of Biomedical Sciences, Università della Svizzera Italiana, Via La Santa 1, 6962 Lugano, Switzerland
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- IRCCS Galeazzi - Sant'Ambrogio Institute, Via Cristina Belgioioso 173, 20157 Milan, Italy; Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, Via Festa del Perdono 7, 20122 Milan, Italy
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Loflin C, Cheever CR, You H, Oyesanya TO. Feasibility of BrainSTORM, a Traumatic Brain Injury Transitional Care Intervention. J Head Trauma Rehabil 2024:00001199-990000000-00171. [PMID: 38916424 DOI: 10.1097/htr.0000000000000965] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/26/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the feasibility, acceptability, and clinical outcome measures of a transitional care intervention for patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) and their family caregivers. SETTING Inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation at a level I trauma center in the Southeastern United States. PARTICIPANTS Patients (ages 18-75) diagnosed with moderate to severe TBI, receiving rehabilitation, and their family caregivers. DESIGN Quasi-experimental, single-arm, single-center feasibility study with pre- and post-test design. Participants completed a 4-month transitional care program involving monthly education and social support. MAIN MEASURES Feasibility of enrollment, data collection, intervention completion rates, and intervention acceptability. Clinical outcome measures included patient quality of life (QOL) (12-Item Short Form Health Survey (SF-12), primary outcome) and patient and caregiver self-efficacy (Self-Efficacy for Management of Chronic Conditions Scale). RESULTS Eleven dyads and 1 monad enrolled (N = 23, 12 patients, 11 caregivers). All completed baseline data; 91.3% (n = 21, 11 patients, 10 caregivers) completed 2-month (intervention midpoint) data; and 86% (n = 20, 11 patients, 9 caregivers) completed 4-month (intervention endpoint) data. The intervention completion rate was 91.67%. Participants engaged in a mean of 2.17 (SD = 1.34) monthly educational webinars and 2.42 (SD = 1.51) social support groups during the intervention period. Approximately 70% of participants (n = 16, 9 patients, 7 caregivers) completed acceptability data, indicating positive intervention experiences (patients: mean 9.44/10 [SD = 1.01]; caregivers: mean 9.57/10 [SD = 0.79]). Patient QOL scores did not statistically improve over time; however, patient self-efficacy scores did statistically significantly improve from baseline (mean = 7.03, SD = 1.53; P = .0197) to intervention end point (4 months) (mean = 8.35, SD = 1.71). CONCLUSION Brain Injury Support To Optimize Recovering Minds (BrainSTORM) is a promising new TBI transitional care intervention that has potential to enhance care standards for patients with TBI and their family caregivers. Further research is needed to determine its efficacy.
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- Callan Loflin
- Author Affiliations: UNC School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, North Carolina (Ms Loflin and Mr Cheever); Duke University School of Nursing, Durham, North Carolina (Ms You and Dr Oyesanya)
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Bally ELS, Korenhof SA, Ye L, van Grieken A, Tan SS, Mattace-Raso F, Procaccini E, Alhambra-Borrás T, Raat H. Factors associated with health-related quality of life among community-dwelling older adults: the APPCARE study. Sci Rep 2024; 14:14351. [PMID: 38906882 PMCID: PMC11192871 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-64539-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2023] [Accepted: 06/10/2024] [Indexed: 06/23/2024] Open
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This study aimed to identify the factors associated with health-related quality of life (HRQOL) among community-dwelling older adults. Physical and mental HRQOL were measured by the 12-item Short Form Health Survey (SF-12) at baseline and follow-up. Linear regression models were used to evaluate associations between socio-demographic, health, and lifestyle factors and HRQOL. The sample included 661 participants (mean age = 77.4 years). Frailty was negatively associated with physical HRQOL (B = - 5.56; P < 0.001) and mental HRQOL (B = - 6.65; P < 0.001). Participants with a higher score on activities of daily living (ADL) limitations had lower physical HRQOL (B = - 0.63; P < 0.001) and mental HRQOL (B = - 0.18; P = 0.001). Female sex (B = - 2.38; P < 0.001), multi-morbidity (B = - 2.59; P = 0.001), and a high risk of medication-related problems (B = - 2.84; P < 0.001) were associated with lower physical HRQOL, and loneliness (B = - 3.64; P < 0.001) with lower mental HRQOL. In contrast, higher age (B = 2.07; P = 0.011) and living alone (B = 3.43; P < 0.001) were associated with better mental HRQOL in the multivariate models. Future interventions could be tailored to subpopulations with relatively poor self-reported HRQOL, such as frail or lonely older adults to improve their HRQOL.
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- Esmée L S Bally
- Department of Public Health, Erasmus MC University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Public Health, Erasmus MC University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Public Health, Erasmus MC University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Public Health, Erasmus MC University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Research Group City Dynamics, InHolland University of Applied Sciences, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Division of Geriatric Medicine, Erasmus MC University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Funded Project Office, Local Health Authority n.2 Treviso, Treviso, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, Erasmus MC University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
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Qvigstad LF, Eri LM, Lien MD, Fosså SD, Aas K, Berge V. Reduction of lower urinary tract symptoms in prostate cancer patients treated with robot assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy. Scand J Urol 2024; 59:121-125. [PMID: 38888041 DOI: 10.2340/sju.v59.40070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2024] [Accepted: 05/14/2024] [Indexed: 06/20/2024]
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PROBLEM The aim of this study was to evaluate the change in LUTS in patients treated with RALP and to assess factors that may predict an improvement of LUTS. MATERIALS AND METHOD In our institutional prospective research registry, 1935 patients operated in the period between 2009 and 2021 with complete baseline- and 12-month EPIC-26 questionnaire were eligible for the study. Also SF-12 data estimating general quality of life (QoL) were analyzed. A LUTS summary score was constructed from the two questions concerning voiding stream/residual and frequency, and transformed linearly to a 0-100 scale with higher scores representing less symptoms A change of 6 points or more were considered Meaningful Clinical Differences (MCD). Two summary scores were calculated from the SF-12 - a mental component score (MCS-12) and a physical component score (PCS-12). Multivariate regression was used to estimate covariates associated with postoperative MCD, MCS-12 and PCS-12. RESULTS Mean change of LUTS-score showed an increase of 10 points 12-months post-RALP. 52% of patients achieved MCD. In multivariate logistic regression, preoperative LUTS was statistically significant associated with MCD. Reduction of LUTS was associated improved mean score of MCS-12 and PCS-12. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION Along with information about risk for urinary incontinence after RALP, patients with LUTS at baseline must be informed that these symptoms may be reduced after RALP. In our study, this LUTS reduction was associated with better general QoL.
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- Department of Urology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway; Institute for Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Oslo Hospital Service, Research Support, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Institute for Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway; dDepartment of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Institute for Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway; Akershus University Hospital, Lørenskog, Norway
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- Department of Urology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway; Institute for Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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Perra A, Sancassiani F, Cantone E, Pintus E, D’Oca S, Casula A, Littarru S, Zucca S, Tumolillo D, Pinna I, Primavera D, Cossu G, Nardi AE, Kalcev G, Carta MG. An e-Health Psychoeducation Program for Managing the Mental Health of People with Bipolar Disorder during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Randomized Controlled Study. J Clin Med 2024; 13:3468. [PMID: 38929997 PMCID: PMC11204713 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13123468] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2024] [Revised: 06/06/2024] [Accepted: 06/11/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024] Open
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Background: Social rhythm dysregulation has been identified as a determining factor in bipolar disorder (BD) relapses. It directly impacts individuals' quality of life (QoL). This study aims to present preliminary data on the efficacy of an e-health psychoeducational intervention for BD for improving clinical outcomes. Methods: This study used an open-label, crossover, randomized controlled trial design. The inclusion criteria consisted of a BD diagnosis, affiliation with the Consultation Psychiatry and Psychosomatic Center at the University Hospital in Cagliari, Italy, age over 18, and the obtaining of informed consent. Anxiety and depressive symptoms, QoL, and social and biological rhythms were measured using standardized instruments validated in Italian. Results: A total of 36 individuals were included in the experimental group (EG) and 18 in the control group (CG). The final sample consisted of 25 in the EG and 14 in the CG. A statistically significant improvement in QoL was found in the EG post-treatment (p = 0.011). Significant correlations were found between QoL and the dysregulation of biorhythms in the EG at T0 (p = 0.0048) and T1 (p = 0.0014). Conclusions: This study shows that, during extreme distress, an e-health group psychoeducation intervention for people with BD could significantly improve the perception of QoL. The results must be confirmed by studies conducted with larger-sized samples.
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- Alessandra Perra
- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Cittadella Universitaria, S.P. Monserrato-Sestu km 0,700, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (A.P.); (F.S.); (E.C.); (E.P.); (S.D.); (A.C.); (S.L.); (S.Z.); (D.T.); (I.P.); (D.P.); (G.C.); (M.G.C.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Cittadella Universitaria, S.P. Monserrato-Sestu km 0,700, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (A.P.); (F.S.); (E.C.); (E.P.); (S.D.); (A.C.); (S.L.); (S.Z.); (D.T.); (I.P.); (D.P.); (G.C.); (M.G.C.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Cittadella Universitaria, S.P. Monserrato-Sestu km 0,700, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (A.P.); (F.S.); (E.C.); (E.P.); (S.D.); (A.C.); (S.L.); (S.Z.); (D.T.); (I.P.); (D.P.); (G.C.); (M.G.C.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Cittadella Universitaria, S.P. Monserrato-Sestu km 0,700, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (A.P.); (F.S.); (E.C.); (E.P.); (S.D.); (A.C.); (S.L.); (S.Z.); (D.T.); (I.P.); (D.P.); (G.C.); (M.G.C.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Cittadella Universitaria, S.P. Monserrato-Sestu km 0,700, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (A.P.); (F.S.); (E.C.); (E.P.); (S.D.); (A.C.); (S.L.); (S.Z.); (D.T.); (I.P.); (D.P.); (G.C.); (M.G.C.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Cittadella Universitaria, S.P. Monserrato-Sestu km 0,700, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (A.P.); (F.S.); (E.C.); (E.P.); (S.D.); (A.C.); (S.L.); (S.Z.); (D.T.); (I.P.); (D.P.); (G.C.); (M.G.C.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Cittadella Universitaria, S.P. Monserrato-Sestu km 0,700, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (A.P.); (F.S.); (E.C.); (E.P.); (S.D.); (A.C.); (S.L.); (S.Z.); (D.T.); (I.P.); (D.P.); (G.C.); (M.G.C.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Cittadella Universitaria, S.P. Monserrato-Sestu km 0,700, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (A.P.); (F.S.); (E.C.); (E.P.); (S.D.); (A.C.); (S.L.); (S.Z.); (D.T.); (I.P.); (D.P.); (G.C.); (M.G.C.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Cittadella Universitaria, S.P. Monserrato-Sestu km 0,700, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (A.P.); (F.S.); (E.C.); (E.P.); (S.D.); (A.C.); (S.L.); (S.Z.); (D.T.); (I.P.); (D.P.); (G.C.); (M.G.C.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Cittadella Universitaria, S.P. Monserrato-Sestu km 0,700, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (A.P.); (F.S.); (E.C.); (E.P.); (S.D.); (A.C.); (S.L.); (S.Z.); (D.T.); (I.P.); (D.P.); (G.C.); (M.G.C.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Cittadella Universitaria, S.P. Monserrato-Sestu km 0,700, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (A.P.); (F.S.); (E.C.); (E.P.); (S.D.); (A.C.); (S.L.); (S.Z.); (D.T.); (I.P.); (D.P.); (G.C.); (M.G.C.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Cittadella Universitaria, S.P. Monserrato-Sestu km 0,700, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (A.P.); (F.S.); (E.C.); (E.P.); (S.D.); (A.C.); (S.L.); (S.Z.); (D.T.); (I.P.); (D.P.); (G.C.); (M.G.C.)
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- Institute of Psychiatry, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Rua Visconde de Piraja 407/702, Rio de Janeiro 21941-972, Brazil;
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Cittadella Universitaria, S.P. Monserrato-Sestu km 0,700, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (A.P.); (F.S.); (E.C.); (E.P.); (S.D.); (A.C.); (S.L.); (S.Z.); (D.T.); (I.P.); (D.P.); (G.C.); (M.G.C.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Cittadella Universitaria, S.P. Monserrato-Sestu km 0,700, 09042 Cagliari, Italy; (A.P.); (F.S.); (E.C.); (E.P.); (S.D.); (A.C.); (S.L.); (S.Z.); (D.T.); (I.P.); (D.P.); (G.C.); (M.G.C.)
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El Haddad M, Zeghnoun A, Richard JB, Saoudi A, Pédrono G, Perrine AL, Motreff Y, Blanchard M, Morel P, Le Lay E, Golliot F, Empereur-Bissonnet P. Health-related quality of life 1 year after a large-scale industrial fire among exposed inhabitants of Rouen, France: 'The Post Fire 76 Health' study. Eur J Public Health 2024; 34:550-556. [PMID: 38507556 PMCID: PMC11161166 DOI: 10.1093/eurpub/ckae047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/22/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND A large-scale industrial fire occurred in Rouen, France, in 2019. This study assessed the health-related quality of life of people exposed to its consequences 1 year later. METHODS The study population comprised inhabitants of the exposed area and a non-exposed area. A representative sample was randomly selected using a stratified design. Data were collected using a standardized questionnaire to describe fire exposure and to calculate three health-related quality of life scores according to the SF12-v2 scale. After adjustment, descriptive and multivariate analyses were conducted. RESULTS The sample comprised 4773 participants (response rate 47.7%). In the exposed area, the average mental, physical and overall health scores were 47.5, 52.0 and 73.8 out of 100, respectively. Mean mental and overall health scores were higher in the non-exposed area (49.0 and 76.0, respectively). After adjustment, a lower mental health score was associated with a higher number of perceived types of exposure, reaching -3.72 points [-5.41; -2.04] for five or more different types of perceived exposure. A lower mental health score was associated with soot deposits (-1.04 [-1.70; -0.39]), perceiving odours [(-2.04 [-3.22; -0.86]) up to the day of data collection], and having seen, heard or been awakened by the fire (-1.21 [-1.90; -0.52]). A slightly lower physical health score was associated with soot deposits (-0.57 [-1.07; -0.08]). CONCLUSION This study highlighted associations between exposure to the consequences of the industrial fire in Rouen and a deterioration of perceived health-related quality of life 1 year later, particularly the mental health dimension.
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- Maria El Haddad
- Data Science Division, French National Public Health Agency, Saint Maurice, France
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- Data Science Division, French National Public Health Agency, Saint Maurice, France
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- Data Science Division, French National Public Health Agency, Saint Maurice, France
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- Data Science Division, French National Public Health Agency, Saint Maurice, France
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- Data Science Division, French National Public Health Agency, Saint Maurice, France
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- Non-Communicable Diseases and Trauma Division, French National Public Health Agency, Saint Maurice, France
- Department of Social Epidemiology, Inserm, Sorbonne Université, Institut Pierre Louis d’Epidémiologie et de Santé Publique (IPLESP), Paris, France
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- Regional Division, French National Public Health Agency, Normandy, France
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- Regional Division, French National Public Health Agency, Normandy, France
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- International Scientific Division, French National Public Health Agency, Saint Maurice, France
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- Regional Division, French National Public Health Agency, Saint Maurice, France
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Trentani P, Meredi E, Zarantonello P, Gennai A. Role of Autologous Micro-Fragmented Adipose Tissue in Osteoarthritis Treatment. J Pers Med 2024; 14:604. [PMID: 38929825 PMCID: PMC11205203 DOI: 10.3390/jpm14060604] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2024] [Revised: 05/08/2024] [Accepted: 05/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common complex musculoskeletal disorder, resulting from the degeneration of the articular cartilage and characterized by joint pain and dysfunction that culminate in progressive articular cartilage loss. We present our experience in the management of hip and knee OA by means of the intra-articular injection of fat micrograft, describing our approach, which was developed from the belief in the powerful reparative effect of autologous fat graft on damaged tissue, as well as its natural lubricating effect on the joints. Inclusion criteria were as follows: men and women, aged 20 to 80 years, that referred articular pain of the hips and/or knees, showing initial-stage degenerative OA. From October 2018 to July 2023, a total of 250 patients underwent treatment with the Sefficare® device (SEFFILINE srl, Bologna, Italy). The Superficial Enhanced Fluid Fat Injection device was used to perform autologous regenerative treatments in a safe, standardized, easy, and effective way on 160 women, 64%, and 90 men, 36%. A total of 190 procedures (76%) involved the knees, with 20 patients who were bilaterally treated, while 60 procedures, all unilateral, involved the hips (24%). The mean age at treatment was 52.4 years. Before treatment, each patient had undergone X-rays and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the painful hip/knee to evaluate and grade the articular OA. Postoperatively, each patient was assessed after one, three, six, and twelve months. The donor site postoperative course was uneventful other than minimal discomfort. Clinically, the ROM (range of motion) of the treated knee/hip increased an average of 10 degrees 3 months after treatment, but the stiffness was reduced, as reported by the patients. The VAS (Visual Analog Scale) was submitted at 3, 6, and 12 months, demonstrating a progressive reduction of pain, with the best score obtained at six months postoperatively. In total, 85% of patients were satisfied one year after treatment, with a considerable improvement in pain and quality of life. The satisfactory outcome of this minimally invasive procedure indicates that the intra-articular injection of fat micrograft can replace or considerably delay the need for the classical major joint replacement surgery, thanks to its impact on the quality of life of patients and financial cost.
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- Inail Insurance Medicine Center, 40100 Bologna, Italy;
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- IRCCS Rizzoli Ortopaedic Institute Bologna-Argenta, 40100 Bologna, Italy
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Vries TMBD, Deen WE, Lucas C. Does the Keele STarT MSK tool predict the risk of poor outcome in non-specific shoulder complaints in primary care in a Dutch population? Physiotherapy 2024; 123:38-46. [PMID: 38266396 DOI: 10.1016/j.physio.2023.10.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2022] [Revised: 06/03/2023] [Accepted: 10/17/2023] [Indexed: 01/26/2024]
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OBJECTIVES The Keele STarT MSK tool is a questionnaire to identify the prognostic factors for musculoskeletal conditions, such as shoulder complaints, developed by Keele University, UK. This study assessed whether the Keele STarT MSK tool can predict the risk of poor outcome in non-specific shoulder complaints in a Dutch population. DESIGN Multicentre prospective cohort study. SETTING Fourteen primary care physiotherapy clinics in the Netherlands participated in this study. PARTICIPANTS In total, 180 patients with non-specific shoulder complaints with complete data from the Keele STarT MSK tool (baseline), Short-Form 12 Health Survey (SF-12), Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI), Numeric Pain Rating Score (NPRS) and Global Perceived Effect (GPE) scale at week 6, week 12 or endpoint were included. Data were collected from January 2019 to January 2020. Of these, 180 patients were eligible for the study. Of these, 139 completed the study and were included in the analysis. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Poor outcome was defined as: SF-12 score ≤33 (physical health), SPADI score ≥30% (disability in activity), NPRS score ≥3 (pain intensity) and GPE scale score ≥3 (patient-reported recovery). RESULTS The area under the receiver operating characteristic curves for prediction of outcome were excellent for the SF-12, acceptable for the SPADI and NPRS, and showed no discrimination for the GPE scale. The optimal cut-off value for the Keele STarT MSK score to discriminate between low and medium/high risk groups was ≥5. CONCLUSIONS The Keele STarT MSK tool is able to predict the risk of poor outcome in patients with non-specific shoulder complaints in primary care physiotherapy clinics. Further research is needed to establish whether stratified care (subgrouping and targeted treatment) is more efficient. CONTRIBUTION OF PAPER.
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- Zorgtopics, Baarn, the Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology and Data Science, Academic Medical Centre, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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Bató A, Brodszky V, Mitev AZ, Jenei B, Rencz F. Psychometric properties and general population reference values for PROMIS Global Health in Hungary. THE EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF HEALTH ECONOMICS : HEPAC : HEALTH ECONOMICS IN PREVENTION AND CARE 2024; 25:549-562. [PMID: 37378690 PMCID: PMC11136746 DOI: 10.1007/s10198-023-01610-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2022] [Accepted: 06/07/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System-Global Health (PROMIS-GH) is a widely used generic measure of health status. This study aimed to (1) assess the psychometric properties of the Hungarian PROMIS-GH and to (2) develop general population reference values in Hungary. METHODS An online cross-sectional survey was conducted among the Hungarian adult general population (n = 1700). Respondents completed the PROMIS-GH v1.2. Unidimensionality (confirmatory factor analysis and bifactor model), local independence, monotonicity (Mokken scaling), graded response model fit, item characteristic curves and measurement invariance were examined. Spearman's correlations were used to analyse convergent validity of PROMIS-GH subscales with SF-36v1 composites and subscales. Age- and gender-weighted T-scores were computed for the Global Physical Health (GPH) and Global Mental Health (GMH) subscales using the US item calibrations. RESULTS The item response theory assumptions of unidimensionality, local independence and monotonicity were met for both subscales. The graded response model showed acceptable fit indices for both subscales. No differential item functioning was detected for any sociodemographic characteristics. GMH T-scores showed a strong correlation with SF-36 mental health composite score (rs = 0.71) and GPH T-scores with SF-36 physical health composite score (rs = 0.83). Mean GPH and GMH T-scores of females were lower (47.8 and 46.4) compared to males (50.5 and 49.3) (p < 0.001), and both mean GPH and GMH T-scores decreased with age, suggesting worse health status (p < 0.05). CONCLUSION This study established the validity and developed general population reference values for the PROMIS-GH in Hungary. Population reference values facilitate the interpretation of patients' scores and allow inter-country comparisons.
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- Alex Bató
- Károly Rácz Doctoral School of Clinical Medicine, Semmelweis University, Budapest, Hungary
- Department of Health Policy, Corvinus University of Budapest, 8 Fővám tér, Budapest, 1093, Hungary
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- Department of Health Policy, Corvinus University of Budapest, 8 Fővám tér, Budapest, 1093, Hungary
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- Institute of Marketing and Communication Sciences, Corvinus University of Budapest, Budapest, Hungary
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- Department of Health Policy, Corvinus University of Budapest, 8 Fővám tér, Budapest, 1093, Hungary
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- Department of Health Policy, Corvinus University of Budapest, 8 Fővám tér, Budapest, 1093, Hungary.
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Carnovale M, De Meo D, Guarascio G, Martini P, Cera G, Persiani P, Candela V, Gumina S, Villani C. Mid-Term Outcomes of a Short Modular Neck-Preserving Cementless Hip Stem: A Retrospective Study With a 6-Year Minimum Follow-Up. Arthroplast Today 2024; 27:101387. [PMID: 38707589 PMCID: PMC11068503 DOI: 10.1016/j.artd.2024.101387] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2023] [Revised: 02/18/2024] [Accepted: 03/24/2024] [Indexed: 05/07/2024] Open
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Background The neck-preserving cementless short stem represents a valid therapeutic option for total hip replacement in high-functional-demand patients, but few studies are available about the use of modularity in the last-generation short stem. The aim of the study was to evaluate the mid-term survival of a specific implant design that combines partial collum short hip stem with neck modularity; assessing the functional status was the second endpoint. Methods A retrospective single-center cohort study was conducted on 75 patients aged 35 to 80 years, with a minimum 6-year follow-up. Patients with neurological/rheumatic pathologies and previous hip surgeries were excluded. All the patients underwent total hip replacement with a short modular neck-preserving cementless hip stem. Clinical outcomes, complications, revisions, and the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index, Harris hip score, and Short Form 12-Item Health Survey (SF-12) questionnaires were evaluated. The results were compared with healthy population's data extracted from the literature, stratified by age. Results The Kaplan-Meier analysis revealed a 10-year implant survival rate of 96.7%, coupled with a revision rate of 1.3%. Results showed a Harris hip score and physical SF-12 significantly lower and a mental SF-12 higher when compared to healthy population. No statistically significant differences emerged when comparing groups based on neck modularity. Conclusions The short modular neck-preserving cementless hip stem emerged as a reasonable choice for patients with elevated functional demands, ensuring good clinical outcomes while preserving bone integrity. The use of a modular neck in short stems didn't show any mechanical problems in the mid-term.
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- Michele Carnovale
- Emergency Department, Policlinico Umberto I University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopaedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
- Department of General Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Orthopaedics, Policlinico Umberto I University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopaedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
- Department of General Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Orthopaedics, Policlinico Umberto I University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopaedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
- Department of General Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Orthopaedics, Policlinico Umberto I University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Emergency Department, Policlinico Umberto I University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopaedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
- Department of General Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Orthopaedics, Policlinico Umberto I University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopaedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
- Department of General Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Orthopaedics, Policlinico Umberto I University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopaedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
- Istituto Clinico Ortopedico Traumatologico (ICOT), Latina, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopaedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
- Department of General Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Orthopaedics, Policlinico Umberto I University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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O'Brien EC, Doherty J, Killeen SL, Bennett M, Murtagh L, Curran S, Murphy S, McHale H, Sheehy L. The IRIS clinic: A Protocol for a mixed-methods study evaluating the management of Hyperemesis Gravidarum. Contemp Clin Trials Commun 2024; 39:101227. [PMID: 39007106 PMCID: PMC11240289 DOI: 10.1016/j.conctc.2023.101227] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2023] [Revised: 10/21/2023] [Accepted: 11/04/2023] [Indexed: 07/16/2024] Open
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Background Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is a severe form of nausea and vomiting in pregnancy that affects 0.3-3% of women and has profound nutritional, physical and psychological consequences. Research is lacking regarding the most effective management of the condition. In response to patient feedback, a multidisciplinary HG day-case service (IRIS Clinic) was launched in 2020 at The National Maternity Hospital, Ireland. The clinic provides routine, day-case care in a comfortable space with pre-booked appointments. The MDT involves midwives, dietitians, perinatal mental health, obstetrics and pharmacy, and the nature of the clinic enables peer-to-peer support. As this clinic is the first of its kind in Ireland, we aim to assess its effectiveness and feasibility, and suggest recommendations for improvement. Methods This is a sequential, mixed-methods study that commenced in August 2021. The prospective arm of the study is ongoing and involves enrolling women (n = 50) who are attending the IRIS clinic. Data are collected on first admission (pre-intervention) and approximately 8 weeks' later (post-intervention) relating to symptoms of HG, well-being, food tolerances, quality of life and nutritional intake. Qualitative, semi-structured interviews will be conducted to evaluate women's experiences of attending the clinic. The retrospective arm of the study will be a chart review (n = 200) of women diagnosed with HG to describe assessments, treatments and pregnancy and birth outcomes. Conclusion The IRIS clinic has the potential to improve pregnancy outcomes and nutritional status among women with HG. If found to be effective and feasible, the model for this clinic could be replicated elsewhere.
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- Eileen C O'Brien
- School of Biological, Health and Sports Science, Technological University Dublin, Dublin 7, Ireland
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- The National Maternity Hospital, Holles Street, Dublin 2, Ireland
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- The National Maternity Hospital, Holles Street, Dublin 2, Ireland
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- The National Maternity Hospital, Holles Street, Dublin 2, Ireland
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- The National Maternity Hospital, Holles Street, Dublin 2, Ireland
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- The National Maternity Hospital, Holles Street, Dublin 2, Ireland
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- The National Maternity Hospital, Holles Street, Dublin 2, Ireland
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- The National Maternity Hospital, Holles Street, Dublin 2, Ireland
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Park KS, Kim ES, Kim KW, Cho JH, Lee YJ, Lee J, Ha IH. Effectiveness and safety of hominis placental pharmacopuncture for chronic temporomandibular disorder: A multi-center randomized controlled trial. Integr Med Res 2024; 13:101044. [PMID: 38779539 PMCID: PMC11109298 DOI: 10.1016/j.imr.2024.101044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2024] [Revised: 04/17/2024] [Accepted: 04/18/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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Background Hominis placental (HPP) extract has been approved by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety in Korea for treating chronic liver diseases and postmenopausal syndrome. However, its efficacy and safety for treating chronic temporomandibular disorder (TMD) remains unclear. We aimed to assess the effectiveness and safety of HPP for treating chronic TMD compared with physical therapy (PT). Methods This study is a 2-arm parallel, multi-center, randomized controlled trial. We enrolled 82 chronic TMD patients from 2 Korean medicine hospitals between December 2019 and January 2021. We included patients with chronic TMD and randomly assigned them to undergo HPP or PT. The primary outcome was the difference in the scores for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain at baseline and week 6. The secondary outcomes were the scores for TMJ pain and bothersomeness, TMJ range of motion, the Korean version of Beck's depression index-Ⅱ, jaw functional limitation scale (JFLS) score, patient global impression of change (PGIC) scores, EuroQoL 5-dimension 5-level score, and short form-12 health survey (SF-12) scores. Results Compared with PT, HPP showed significantly superior effects on TMJ pain and bothersomeness, protrusive movement pain, JFLS (verbal, emotional, and global), SF-12, and PGIC scores at week 6 (P < 0.05). Compared with the PT group, the HPP group showed a significantly higher recovery rate (≥50 % reduction in the scores for TMJ pain at the 24-week follow-up). Conclusion HPP was more effective than PT managing pain and improving function and quality of life. Our findings demonstrate the effectiveness and safety of HPP for TMD treatment. Trial registration This study has been registered at clinicalTrials.gov (NCT04087005), Clinical Research Information Service (CRIS) (KCT0004437), and Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (No. 31886).
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- Kyoung Sun Park
- Jaseng Hospital of Korean Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Jaseng Spine and Joint Research Institute, Jaseng Medical Foundation, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Korean Medicine Rehabilitation, College of Korean Medicine, Kyung Hee University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Korean Medicine Rehabilitation, College of Korean Medicine, Kyung Hee University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Jaseng Spine and Joint Research Institute, Jaseng Medical Foundation, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Jaseng Hospital of Korean Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Jaseng Spine and Joint Research Institute, Jaseng Medical Foundation, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Carta MG, Testa G, Stocchino S, Finco G, Sancassiani F, Littera MT, Deidda MC, Ventriglio A, Bhugra D, Cossu G. The efficacy of heart rate variability biofeedback training on sleep disorders and impact of fibromyalgia: Results of a phase II randomized controlled trial. J Psychosom Res 2024; 181:111664. [PMID: 38652978 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpsychores.2024.111664] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2023] [Revised: 03/29/2024] [Accepted: 04/04/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMs) is a chronic, musculoskeletal pain disorder characterized by sleep disturbances, fatigue, and cognitive dysfunction. Heart rate variability biofeedback (HRV-BF) aiming to improve self-regulation and strengthen the parasympathetic nervous system has been shown to be effective in several pain syndromes, but its efficacy in FMs has not been adequately investigated. This Phase II trial aimed to assess the feasibility and preliminary measurement of the improvement induced by HRV-BF in FMs. METHODS Sixty-four patients with FMs were recruited. Patients were randomly assigned to either the experimental group (EG) or the control group (CG). The EG received 10 HRV-BF training sessions in addition to pharmacological standard therapy. The CG received standard therapies for 10 weeks. The FMs impact on daily life, sleep regularity, sense of coherence, depression symptoms and pain has been assessed as primary outcomes, quality of life as secondary. RESULT 23 (71.9%) of EG patients completed the intervention and 20 (62.5%) of the CG were re-evaluated at time T1. No side effects were reported. It was not found any statistical differences between groups over time in primary and secondary outcomes. CONCLUSIONS The HRV-BF intervention did not demonstrate efficacy in both primary and secondary outcomes. However, it is quite feasible in terms of drop-out rate and side effects. Further studies with larger sample sizes are needed to determine its actual efficacy. CLINICALTRIALS gov with code: NCT04121832.
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Pedagogy, Psychological Sciences and Philosophy, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- University Hospital of Cagliari, Center for Palliative Care and Pain Management, Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Foggia, Foggia, Italy
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- King's College London, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Italy.
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Chien TJ, Huang YS, Liao LL, Chu CC, Pai JH. Head-to-Head Comparison of Electroacupuncture and Laser Acupuncture Effects on Autonomic Regulation and Clinical Effects in Dysmenorrhea: A Randomized Crossover Clinical Trial. JOURNAL OF INTEGRATIVE AND COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE 2024; 30:560-575. [PMID: 38364185 DOI: 10.1089/jicm.2023.0183] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/18/2024]
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Introduction: Electroacupuncture (EA) has been applied in dysmenorrhea and has shown good efficacy. The mechanisms of EA are associated with autonomic nervous system adjustments and neuroendocrine regulation. Laser acupuncture (LA), however, has been widely investigated for its noninvasiveness. However, it remains uncertain whether LA is as effective as EA. This study aimed to compare EA and LA head to head in dysmenorrhea. Methods: A crossover, randomized clinical trial was conducted. EA or LA was applied to selected acupuncture points. Participants were randomized into two sequence treatment groups who received either EA or LA twice per week in luteal phase for 3 months followed by 2-month washout, then shifted to other groups (sequence 1: EA > LA; sequence 2: LA > EA). Outcome measures were heart rate variability (HRV), prostaglandins (PGs), pain, and quality-of-life (QoL) assessment (QoL-SF12). We also compared the effect of EA and LA in low and high LF/HF (low frequency/high frequency) status. Results: Totally, 43 participants completed all treatments. Both EA and LA significantly improved HRV activity and were effective in reducing pain (Visual Analog Scale [VAS]; EA: p < 0.001 and LA: p = 0.010) and improving QoL (SF12: EA: p < 0.001, LA, p = 0.017); although without intergroup difference. EA reduced PGs significantly (p < 0.001; δ p = 0.068). In low LF/HF, EA had stronger effects than LA in increasing parasympathetic tone in respect of percentage of successive RR intervals that differ by more than 50 ms (pNN50; p = 0.053) and very low-frequency band (VLF; p = 0.035). Conclusion: There is no significant difference between EA and LA in improving autonomic nervous system dysfunction, pain, and QoL in dysmenorrhea. EA is prominent in PGs changing and preserving vagus tone in low LF/HF; yet LA is noninvasive for those who have needle phobia. Whether LA is equivalent with EA and the mechanism warrants further study. Clinical trial identification number: NCT04178226.
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- Tsai-Ju Chien
- Division of Hemato-Oncology, Department of Internal Medicine, Branch of Zhong-Zhou, Taipei City Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
- Institute of Traditional Medicine, National Yang-Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Institute of Traditional Medicine, National Yang-Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Department of Traditional Medicine, Branch of Yang-Ming, Taipei City Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Traditional Medicine, Branch of Kunming, Taipei City Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Branch of Yang-Ming, Taipei City Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Division of Hemato-Oncology, Department of Internal Medicine, Branch of Zhong-Zhou, Taipei City Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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Sidhu SP, Broberg JS, Willing R, Teeter MG, Lanting BA. Lateral Subvastus Lateralis versus Medial Parapatellar Approach for Total Knee Arthroplasty: Patient Outcomes and Kinematics Analysis. J Knee Surg 2024; 37:523-529. [PMID: 37992725 DOI: 10.1055/s-0043-1777077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2023]
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The conventional approach for total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a medial parapatellar approach (MPA). We aimed to study patient outcomes and kinematics with a quadriceps sparing lateral subvastus lateralis approach (SLA). Patients with neutral/varus alignment undergoing primary TKA were consented to undergo the SLA. At 1-year postoperative, patients underwent radiostereometric analysis. Patients were administered the Short Form 12 (SF-12), Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC), and Knee Society Score (KSS). Kinematics and outcome data were compared to a group undergoing TKA via conventional MPA. Fourteen patients underwent TKA via SLA with a mean age 71.5 ± 8.0 and mean body mass index (BMI) 31.0 ± 4.5. The MPA group had 13 patients with mean age 63.4 ± 5.5 (p = 0.006) and mean BMI 31.2 ± 4.6 (p = 0.95). The SLA resulted in a significantly more posterior medial contact point at 0 (p = 0.011), 20 (p = 0.020), and 40 (p = 0.039) degrees of flexion. There was no significant difference in medial contact point from 60 to 120 degrees, lateral contact point at any degree of flexion, or axial rotation. There was no difference in improvement in postoperative WOMAC, SF-12, KSS function, and total KSS knee scores between groups. The MPA group had a significantly greater improvement in KSS knee scores at 3 months (p < 0.001), 1 year (p = 0.003), and 2 years (p = 0.017). The SLA resulted in increased medial femoral rollback early in flexion. Although both approaches resulted in improved postoperative outcomes, the MPA group showed significantly greater improvements in KSS knee scores at 3 months, 1 year, and 2 years. Further studies are required to identify any benefits that the SLA may offer. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Therapeutic Level II.
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- Sahil P Sidhu
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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Pyo E, Weber MB, Sivaram J, Staimez LR, Mohan V, Anjana RM, Haardörfer R, Ranjani H. Construct validity of the 12-item Short Form Health Survey (SF-12) version 2 and the impact of lifestyle modifications on the health-related quality of life among Indian adults with prediabetes: results from the D-CLIP trial. Qual Life Res 2024; 33:1593-1603. [PMID: 38607494 PMCID: PMC11226141 DOI: 10.1007/s11136-024-03648-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/08/2024] [Indexed: 04/13/2024]
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PURPOSE This study aimed to validate the factor structure of the 12-item Short-Form (SF-12) health-related quality of life (HRQOL) survey for Indian adults and assess the impact of lifestyle modification on the SF-12 of Indian adults with prediabetes. METHODS To validate the context-specific construct of the SF-12, two-factor confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was performed using data from 1285 adults residing in Chennai, India, who screened for the Diabetes Community Lifestyle Improvement Program (D-CLIP). D-CLIP was a randomized controlled trial of 578 participants with prediabetes (283 treatment, 293 control), focusing on the effect of lifestyle modifications on the prevention of diabetes. Physical and mental component scores (PCS and MCS) were computed by using CFA standardized factor loadings. Multiple linear regression was subsequently conducted to estimate the effect of lifestyle modification on post-study changes of PCS and MCS among D-CLIP participants. RESULTS Cronbach's alpha and CFA fit indices demonstrated acceptable reliability and model fit of the SF-12 for Indian adults. The intervention group showed greater mean change in PCS after study participation compared to the controls (1.63 ± 0.82, p = 0.046); no significant difference was observed for MCS between two groups (1.00 ± 0.85, p = 0.242). CONCLUSION The study confirmed that the SF-12 is suitable for assessing the physical and mental health dimensions of HRQOL for Indian adults. Our findings suggest that the benefits of diabetes prevention lifestyle modification strategies may primarily enhance the physical well-being of adults with prediabetes. Further studies validating the SF-12 in a broader Asian Indian population are needed. TRIAL REGISTRATION Clinicaltrials.gov, NCT01283308.
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- Euisun Pyo
- Nutrition and Health Sciences Program, Laney Graduate School, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Nutrition and Health Sciences Program, Laney Graduate School, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Hubert Department of Global Health, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Emory Global Diabetes Research Center, Woodruff Health Sciences Center, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, 30322, USA
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- Nutrition and Health Sciences Program, Laney Graduate School, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Hubert Department of Global Health, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Emory Global Diabetes Research Center, Woodruff Health Sciences Center, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, 30322, USA
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- Department of Diabetology, Madras Diabetes Research Foundation and Dr. Mohan's Diabetes Specialities Centre, Chennai, India
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- Department of Diabetology, Madras Diabetes Research Foundation and Dr. Mohan's Diabetes Specialities Centre, Chennai, India
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- Department of Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Preventive and Digital Health Research, Madras Diabetes Research Foundation, Chennai, India
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Neyazi A, Mohammadi AQ, Neyazi M, Timilsina S, Padhi BK, Griffiths MD. Hypertension, depression, and health-related quality of life among hospitalized patients in Afghanistan. J Hum Hypertens 2024; 38:529-537. [PMID: 38684866 DOI: 10.1038/s41371-024-00914-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2023] [Revised: 04/10/2024] [Accepted: 04/17/2024] [Indexed: 05/02/2024]
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In recent decades, hypertension has become the foremost risk factor for disability-adjusted life years (DALYs). The present study investigated the relationship between quality of life, depression, and hypertension among hospitalized patients in Afghanistan. A cross-sectional survey was administered from September 3, 2022, to February 2, 2023, in the Herat and Mazar-e-Sharif provinces of Afghanistan (N = 2059). The prevalence of depression symptoms was 65.8%, and hypertension was 20.9%. Multiple regression analysis indicated that moderate physical functioning, poor role-physical, higher bodily pain, poor general health, poor social functioning, lower role-emotional, and poor mental health significantly predicted depression. Multiple regression analysis indicated that moderate quality of life, poor physical functioning, higher bodily pain, lower energy/fatigue, and depression significantly predicted hypertension. The findings of the present study offer valuable insights for healthcare providers, policymakers, and researchers in developing targeted interventions and policies to enhance the well-being of individuals facing the challenges of depression and hypertension. The prevalence of hypertension and depression was high among patients in the Herat and Mazar-e-Sharif provinces of Afghanistan. Patients with hypertension had poor mental and physical quality of life. Hospitals should therefore implement regular screening for depression and offer psychological counseling for vulnerable patients with hypertension.
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- Ahmad Neyazi
- Afghanistan Center for Epidemiological Studies, Herat, Afghanistan.
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- Afghanistan Center for Epidemiological Studies, Herat, Afghanistan
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- Department of Community Medicine and School of Public Health, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, India
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- Department of Psychology, Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham, UK
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Heard JC, Lee Y, Ezeonu T, Lambrechts MJ, Narayanan R, Yeung C, Wright J, Paulik J, Purtill C, Mangan JJ, Kurd MF, Kaye ID, Canseco JA, Hilibrand AS, Vaccaro AR, Schroeder GD, Kepler CK. Relating preoperative MCS-12 to microdiscectomy outcomes. EUROPEAN SPINE JOURNAL : OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE EUROPEAN SPINE SOCIETY, THE EUROPEAN SPINAL DEFORMITY SOCIETY, AND THE EUROPEAN SECTION OF THE CERVICAL SPINE RESEARCH SOCIETY 2024; 33:2190-2197. [PMID: 38630247 DOI: 10.1007/s00586-023-08090-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2023] [Revised: 10/08/2023] [Accepted: 12/04/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2024]
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PURPOSE To determine the impact of poor mental health on patient-reported and surgical outcomes after microdiscectomy. METHODS Patients ≥ 18 years who underwent a single-level lumbar microdiscectomy from 2014 to 2021 at a single academic institution were retrospectively identified. Patient-reported outcomes (PROMs) were collected at preoperative, three-month, and one-year postoperative time points. PROMs included the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI), Visual Analog Scale Back and Leg (VAS Back and VAS Leg, respectively), and the mental and physical component of the short form-12 survey (MCS and PCS). The minimum clinically important differences (MCID) were employed to compare scores for each PROM. Patients were categorized as having worse mental health or better mental health based on a MCS threshold of 50. RESULTS Of 210 patients identified, 128 (61%) patients had a preoperative MCS score ≤ 50. There was no difference in 90-day surgical readmissions or spine reoperations within one year. At 3- and 12-month time points, both groups demonstrated improvements in all PROMs (p < 0.05). At three months postoperatively, patients with worse mental health had significantly lower PCS (42.1 vs. 46.4, p = 0.004) and higher ODI (20.5 vs. 13.3, p = 0.006) scores. Lower mental health scores were associated with lower 12-month PCS scores (43.3 vs. 48.8, p < 0.001), but greater improvements in 12-month ODI (- 28.36 vs. - 18.55, p = 0.040). CONCLUSION While worse preoperative mental health was associated with lower baseline and postoperative PROMs, patients in both groups experienced similar improvements in PROMs. Rates of surgical readmissions and reoperations were similar among patients with varying preoperative mental health status.
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- Jeremy C Heard
- Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5thFloor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
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- Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5thFloor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA.
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- Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5thFloor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
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- Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5thFloor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
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- Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5thFloor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
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- Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5thFloor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
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- Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5thFloor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
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- Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5thFloor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
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- Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5thFloor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
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- Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5thFloor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
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- Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5thFloor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
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- Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5thFloor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
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- Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5thFloor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
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- Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5thFloor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
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- Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5thFloor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
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- Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5thFloor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
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- Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5thFloor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
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Willemsen RF, Chavannes NH, Aardoom JJ. Feasibility and Acceptability of a Health App Platform Providing Individuals With a Budget to Purchase Preselected Apps to Work on Their Health and Well-Being: Quantitative Evaluation Study. JMIR Form Res 2024; 8:e51408. [PMID: 38809585 PMCID: PMC11170047 DOI: 10.2196/51408] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2023] [Revised: 01/15/2024] [Accepted: 01/23/2024] [Indexed: 05/30/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The potential of health apps for health promotion and disease prevention is widely recognized. However, uptake is limited due to barriers individuals face in finding suitable and trustworthy apps, such as the overwhelming amount of available health apps. Therefore, the health app platform "FitKnip" was developed, enabling individuals to purchase preselected, trustworthy health apps with a budget of 100 euros (a currency exchange rate of EUR €1=US $1.0831 is applicable). The platform aimed to empower individuals to improve their health and vitality, ultimately supporting a more healthy society. OBJECTIVE The primary aim of this study was to evaluate the health app platform in terms of feasibility and acceptability. Potential effects on health empowerment and health outcomes were secondarily explored. METHODS This quantitative study was part of a mixed methods study with a prospective pre-post interventional design. We collected web-based user data, and self-reported web-based questionnaires were collected over 5 measurements over an 8-month period. Use statistics were tracked on the platform, including the number of purchased apps and euros spent per user registered within the health app platform. We measured the user-friendliness of the health app platform using the System Usability Scale (SUS) and satisfaction using the Client Satisfaction Questionnaire-8 (CSQ-8) and several 10-point Likert items. We asked participants to indicate, on a scale from 1 (not at all) to 10 (completely), how much the health app platform contributed to various areas related to health empowerment. We assessed health-related quality of life by the 12-item Short-Form Health Survey (SF-12) and one's perceived level of stress by the 10-item Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10). RESULTS A total of 1650 participants were included, of whom 42% (685/1650) bought at least 1 app. The majority of those purchased one app (244/685, 35.6%). The health app platform was rated as user-friendly (SUS mean 66.5, SD 20.7; range 66.5-70.0), and the acceptability of the health app platform was moderate (CSQ-8 mean 20.0, SD 1.5; range 19.6-20.0). Results furthermore showed that participants were generally satisfied to highly satisfied with the ease of the payment system to purchase apps on the platform (median 8, IQR 7-10), the look and feel of the platform (median 7, IQR 6-8), as well as the provided budget of 100 euros (median 9, IQR 7-10). Participants were less satisfied with the amount (median 6, IQR 4-7) and diversity (median 6, IQR 4-7) of apps offered on the platform. CONCLUSIONS A health app platform is a promising initiative to enhance public health. Feasibility and acceptability are critical for success, as they ensure that such a platform is accessible, user-friendly, and meets end users' needs and preferences. This can help to increase uptake, engagement, and ultimately the platform's adoption and effectiveness.
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- Romy Fleur Willemsen
- Department of Public Health and Primary Care, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, Netherlands
- National eHealth Living Lab, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, Netherlands
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- Department of Public Health and Primary Care, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, Netherlands
- National eHealth Living Lab, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, Netherlands
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- Department of Public Health and Primary Care, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, Netherlands
- National eHealth Living Lab, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, Netherlands
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Viora-Dupont E, Robert F, Chassagne A, Pélissier A, Staraci S, Sanlaville D, Edery P, Lesca G, Putoux A, Pons L, Cadenes A, Baurand A, Sawka C, Bertolone G, Spetchian M, Yousfi M, Salvi D, Gautier E, Vitobello A, Denommé-Pichon AS, Bruel AL, Tran Mau-Them F, Faudet A, Keren B, Labalme A, Chatron N, Abel C, Dupuis-Girod S, Poisson A, Buratti J, Mignot C, Afenjar A, Whalen S, Charles P, Heide S, Mouthon L, Moutton S, Sorlin A, Nambot S, Briffaut AS, Asensio ML, Philippe C, Thauvin-Robinet C, Héron D, Rossi M, Meunier-Bellard N, Gargiulo M, Peyron C, Binquet C, Faivre L. Expectations, needs and mid-term outcomes in people accessing to secondary findings from ES: 1st French mixed study (FIND Study). Eur J Hum Genet 2024:10.1038/s41431-024-01616-9. [PMID: 38802530 DOI: 10.1038/s41431-024-01616-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2023] [Revised: 03/01/2024] [Accepted: 04/17/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024] Open
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Generation and subsequently accessibility of secondary findings (SF) in diagnostic practice is a subject of debate around the world and particularly in Europe. The French FIND study has been set up to assess patient/parent expectations regarding SF from exome sequencing (ES) and to collect their real-life experience until 1 year after the delivery of results. 340 patients who had ES for undiagnosed developmental disorders were included in this multicenter mixed study (quantitative N = 340; qualitative N = 26). Three groups of actionable SF were rendered: predisposition to late-onset actionable diseases; genetic counseling; pharmacogenomics. Participants expressed strong interest in obtaining SF and a high satisfaction level when a SF is reported. The medical actionability of the SF reinforced parents' sense of taking action for their child and was seen as an opportunity. While we observed no serious psychological concerns, we showed that these results could have psychological consequences, in particular for late-onset actionable diseases SF, within families already dealing with rare diseases. This study shows that participants remain in favor of accessing SF despite the potential psychological, care, and lifestyle impacts, which are difficult to anticipate. The establishment of a management protocol, including the support of a multidisciplinary team, would be necessary if national policy allows the reporting of these data.
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- Eléonore Viora-Dupont
- FHU TRANSLAD, GAD INSERM UMR 1231, University of Burgundy, Dijon, France.
- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, University Hospital, Dijon, France.
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, HCL, Bron, France
- Clinical Psychology Lab., Psychopathology, Psychoanalysis (EA4056, ED 261), University of Paris, Sorbonne Paris City, Paris, France
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- FHU TRANSLAD, GAD INSERM UMR 1231, University of Burgundy, Dijon, France
- Laboratory of Sociology and Anthropology (LaSA, EA3189), University of Burgundy-Franche-Comté, Besançon, France
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- FHU TRANSLAD, GAD INSERM UMR 1231, University of Burgundy, Dijon, France
- Laboratory of economy (LEDi), University of Burgundy, Dijon, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Hereditary Cardiac Disorders, GH APHP, Paris, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, HCL, Bron, France
- Univ Lyon, Univ Lyon 1, CNRS, INSERM, Physiopathologie et Génétique du Neurone et du Muscle, UMR5261, U1315, Institut NeuroMyoGène, 69008, Lyon, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, HCL, Bron, France
- INSERM U1028, CNRS UMR5292, CRNL, GENDEV Team, University of Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Bron, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, HCL, Bron, France
- Univ Lyon, Univ Lyon 1, CNRS, INSERM, Physiopathologie et Génétique du Neurone et du Muscle, UMR5261, U1315, Institut NeuroMyoGène, 69008, Lyon, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, HCL, Bron, France
- INSERM U1028, CNRS UMR5292, CRNL, GENDEV Team, University of Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Bron, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, HCL, Bron, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, HCL, Bron, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, GH APHP, Paris, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Laboratory of economy (LEDi), University of Burgundy, Dijon, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- FHU TRANSLAD, GAD INSERM UMR 1231, University of Burgundy, Dijon, France
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- FHU TRANSLAD, GAD INSERM UMR 1231, University of Burgundy, Dijon, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, GH APHP, Paris, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, GH APHP, Paris, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, HCL, Bron, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, HCL, Bron, France
- Univ Lyon, Univ Lyon 1, CNRS, INSERM, Physiopathologie et Génétique du Neurone et du Muscle, UMR5261, U1315, Institut NeuroMyoGène, 69008, Lyon, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, HCL, Bron, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, HCL, Bron, France
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- Reference Center for Rare Disorders with psychiatric expression C.H. Le Vinatier, Bron, France
- Equipe de recherche AESIO santé, unité de Sant Etienne, Clinique médico chirurgicale mutualiste, Saint Etienne, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, GH APHP, Paris, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, GH APHP, Paris, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, GH APHP, Paris, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, GH APHP, Paris, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, GH APHP, Paris, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, GH APHP, Paris, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, GH APHP, Paris, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- FHU TRANSLAD, GAD INSERM UMR 1231, University of Burgundy, Dijon, France
- CHU Dijon Bourgogne, INSERM, Université de Bourgogne, CIC 1432, Module Épidémiologie Clinique, Dijon, France
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- CHU Dijon Bourgogne, INSERM, Université de Bourgogne, CIC 1432, Module Épidémiologie Clinique, Dijon, France
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- FHU TRANSLAD, GAD INSERM UMR 1231, University of Burgundy, Dijon, France
- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Intellectual Disabilities, University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, GH APHP, Paris, France
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- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, HCL, Bron, France
- INSERM U1028, CNRS UMR5292, CRNL, GENDEV Team, University of Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Bron, France
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- FHU TRANSLAD, GAD INSERM UMR 1231, University of Burgundy, Dijon, France
- CHU Dijon Bourgogne, INSERM, Université de Bourgogne, CIC 1432, Module Épidémiologie Clinique, Dijon, France
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- Clinical Psychology Lab., Psychopathology, Psychoanalysis (EA4056, ED 261), University of Paris, Sorbonne Paris City, Paris, France
- Institute of myology, GH APHP, Paris, France
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- FHU TRANSLAD, GAD INSERM UMR 1231, University of Burgundy, Dijon, France
- Laboratory of economy (LEDi), University of Burgundy, Dijon, France
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- FHU TRANSLAD, GAD INSERM UMR 1231, University of Burgundy, Dijon, France
- CHU Dijon Bourgogne, INSERM, Université de Bourgogne, CIC 1432, Module Épidémiologie Clinique, Dijon, France
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- FHU TRANSLAD, GAD INSERM UMR 1231, University of Burgundy, Dijon, France.
- Genetics Department, Reference Center for Developmental Disorders, University Hospital, Dijon, France.
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Tabakoglu NT, Celik M. Evaluation of Health-Related Quality of Life in Patients with Euthyroid Hashimoto's Thyroiditis under Long-Term Levothyroxine Therapy: A Prospective Case-Control Study. J Clin Med 2024; 13:3082. [PMID: 38892793 PMCID: PMC11173285 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13113082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2024] [Revised: 05/21/2024] [Accepted: 05/22/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
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Objectives: To investigate quality of life using the SF-12 scale in euthyroid Hashimoto's thyroiditis patients on levothyroxine therapy for at least three years. Methods: This prospective case-control study included 44 euthyroid Hashimoto's thyroiditis patients and 44 matched controls, conducted at a university hospital's endocrinology clinic from 6 November to 30 December 2023. Participants completed the SF-12 questionnaire; data were analyzed using Shapiro-Wilk, Student's t-test, Mann-Whitney U, Yates chi-squared, and Spearman's tests. Results: The study involved 88 participants (Hashimoto's group: 35 females, 9 males; control group: 31 females, 13 males), with average ages of 49.50 and 47.43 years old, respectively. Significant differences were observed in TSH, T4 levels, and family history (p < 0.05). The Hashimoto's thyroiditis group showed higher thyroid peroxidase antibodies (95.69 IU/mL) and lower scores on both physical and mental sub-dimensions of SF-12, with a significant difference in physical scores (p < 0.05). Significant correlations were found between age and Anti-TG; Anti-TPO and Anti-TG; BMI and T3; TSH and T4; HDL and triglycerides; MCS-12 and PCS-12; Anti-TPO and T3; cholesterol and T3; and LDL and cholesterol (p < 0.05). Other variables showed no significant correlations (p > 0.05). Conclusions: Our study shows that effective control of hypothyroidism is not sufficient to reduce the negative effects of Hashimoto's thyroiditis on patients' health-related quality of life. Beyond the normalization of hormone levels, comprehensive therapeutic strategies targeting the autoimmune aspects of the disease are essential for the management of Hashimoto's thyroiditis. This study provides a foundation for developing effective therapies that can enhance quality of life for patients with Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
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- Nilgun Tan Tabakoglu
- Hospital Health Research and Development Center, Faculty of Medicine, Trakya University, Edirne 22030, Turkey
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- Department of Internal Medicine—Endocrinology and Metabolism, Trakya University, Edirne 22030, Turkey;
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Ji Q, Zhang L, Xu J, Ji P, Song M, Chen Y, Guo L. The relationship between stigma and quality of life in hospitalized middle-aged and elderly patients with chronic diseases: the mediating role of depression and the moderating role of psychological resilience. Front Psychiatry 2024; 15:1346881. [PMID: 38840950 PMCID: PMC11151782 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2024.1346881] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2023] [Accepted: 05/01/2024] [Indexed: 06/07/2024] Open
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Objective Patients with chronic diseases may have some psychological problems due to their own or surrounding environmental factors, which can adversely affect the patient's illness and life. Given that the number of chronically ill patients in China is currently increasing every year, more research is needed to determine the best ways to manage changes in psychological status and psychological stress responses in chronically ill patients. The researchers constructed a mediated moderation model to explore the impact of stigma on the quality of life of chronically ill patients, as well as the mediating role of depression and the moderating role of psychological resilience. Methods A stratified sampling method was used to select 363 middle-aged and old-aged patients with chronic diseases aged 45 years and older from the Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University for the study. Data were collected from patients with chronic diseases such as cardiac, respiratory, renal, and other chronic diseases using the Cumulative Illness Rating Scale for Geriatrics (CIRS-G), the Stigma Scale for Patients with Chronic Diseases (SSCI), the Patient Health Questionaire-9 (PHQ-9), the Quality of Life Inventory (SF-12), and the Conner-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC) were collected from patients with cardiac, respiratory, renal, and other chronic diseases. A descriptive analysis was used to describe the sample. Linear regression was used to evaluate the relationship between the variables. Mediation and moderation analyses were used to explore the mediating role of depression and the moderating role of psychological resilience. Results There was a moderate negative correlation between stigma and quality of life (r = -0.378, P < 0.01). There was a moderate negative correlation between depression and quality of life (r = -0.497, P < 0.01). There was a moderately positive correlation between psychological resilience and quality of life (r = 0.382, P < 0.01). There was a moderate negative correlation between psychological resilience and depression (r = -0.348, P < 0.01). There was a weak negative correlation between psychological resilience and stigma (r = -0.166, P < 0.01). There was a strong positive correlation between stigma and depression (r = 0.607, P < 0.01) The mediation study showed that stigma was a significant predictor of quality of life and that stigma and quality of life were mediated to some extent by depression, with the mediating effect accounting for 67.55% of the total effect. The direct path from stigma to depression is moderated by psychological resilience (β = -0.0018, P < 0.01). Conclusions Depression mediates the relationship between stigma and quality of life, while psychological elasticity plays a moderating role between stigma and depression, and when the level of psychological elasticity increases, the more significant the role of stigma on depression. As a physiologically and psychologically vulnerable group, patients with chronic diseases' overall quality of life and mental health should be taken more seriously, and clinical workers should pay timely attention to the psychological and mental conditions of patients with chronic diseases and provide timely and appropriate interventions and therapeutic measures. The relevant results of this study also provide a new perspective for clinical work on psychological intervention for patients with chronic diseases.
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- Qiqi Ji
- School of Nursing, Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou, Liaoning, China
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- Department of Internal Medicine Nursing, School of Nursing, Wannan Medical College, Wuhu, An Hui, China
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- School of Nursing, Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou, Liaoning, China
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- School of Nursing, Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou, Liaoning, China
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- School of Nursing, Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou, Liaoning, China
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- School of Nursing, Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou, Liaoning, China
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- School of Nursing, Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou, Liaoning, China
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Izadi N, Shafiee A, Niknam M, Yari-Boroujeni R, Azizi F, Amiri P. Socio-behavioral determinants of health-related quality of life among patients with type 2 diabetes: comparison between 2015 and 2018. BMC Endocr Disord 2024; 24:73. [PMID: 38769507 PMCID: PMC11103869 DOI: 10.1186/s12902-024-01604-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2024] [Accepted: 05/14/2024] [Indexed: 05/22/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a common chronic disease that significantly affects an individual's overall health and well-being. The aim of this study is to investigate the factors that influence the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of patients with T2D. METHODS This study conducted using data from 6th phase (2015-2017) and 7th phase (2018-2022) of the Tehran Lipid and Glucose Study (TLGS). Data were collected through a combination of interviews, physical examinations, and laboratory tests. Quality of life questionnaire (SF-12) that consists of 12 questions was used to assess physical and mental health functioning. The generalized estimating equation model was used to assess the association between socio-behavioral factors and changes in HRQoL. RESULTS The study included 498 patients with T2D. The changes in HRQoL in patients with T2D followed a sex-specific pattern. Analysis of the physical component score (PCS) and the mental component score (MCS) showed a non-significant change in the total score during the three-year longitudinal study. However, the role physical (RP) of the PCS and the social functioning (SF) of the MCS showed a statistically significant change during this period. In addition, sex, body mass index (BMI), and having cardiovascular disease (CVD) and chronic kidney disease (CKD) showed a significant association with RP changes, and only job status showed a significant association with SF changes. CONCLUSIONS By recognizing the sex-specific patterns in HRQoL changes and understanding the multifaceted nature of factors such as BMI, CVD and CKD, healthcare professionals can develop targeted interventions that go beyond traditional diabetes management.
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- Neda Izadi
- Research Center for Social Determinants of Health, Research Institute for Endocrine Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- School of Medicine, Alborz University of Medical Sciences, Alborz, Iran
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- Research Center for Social Determinants of Health, Research Institute for Endocrine Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Research Center for Social Determinants of Health, Research Institute for Endocrine Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Endocrine Research Center, Research Institute for Endocrine Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Research Center for Social Determinants of Health, Research Institute for Endocrine Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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