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GANİDAĞLI S, ÖZTÜRK E, ÖZTÜRK ZA. Recurrent lower urinary tract infections: more than an infection for older women. Turk J Med Sci 2023; 53:1395-1403. [PMID: 38813006 PMCID: PMC10763801 DOI: 10.55730/1300-0144.5706] [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: 12/29/2022] [Revised: 10/26/2023] [Accepted: 05/09/2023] [Indexed: 05/31/2024] Open
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Background/aim Older adults tend to have more urinary tract infections (UTIs). The frequency of recurrent lower urinary tract infections (rLUTIs) increases with age. rLUTIs are associated with long-term chronic effects on geriatric syndromes in older adults. We aimed to investigate possible risk factors that influence rLUTIs in older adults based on comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA). Materials and methods This cross-sectional study included 235 older adults admitted to Gaziantep University's Geriatric Outpatient Clinic between June 1 and November 30, 2022. All patients underwent CGA. The Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS), the European Quality of Life-Five Dimension (EQ-5D) questionnaire, the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), the Katz Index of Activities of Daily Living (ADL), the Lawton and Brody Index of Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL), and the Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA) tool were,administered. Handgrip strength (HGS) and gait speed were also measured, and the number of falls in the last year was recorded. Results The mean age of the participants was 72.8 ± 6.8 years and 61.3% were female. Sixty-four patients had rLUTIs. The rLUTI group had higher frequencies of sarcopenia, hypertension, and diabetes; higher numbers of comorbidities and medications; higher GDS and PSQI scores; and more reported falls. They had lower ADL, MNA, EQ-5D, and gait speed scores. HGS was found to be lower in women with rLUTIs. Higher numbers of comorbidities and GDS scores and lower HGS were independent predictors of rLUTIs in women (p = 0.011, OR: 1.75; p = 0.018, OR: 1.14; and p = 0.042, OR: 0.91, respectively). Conclusion We revealed that decreased HGS, higher GDS, and the number of comorbidities in older women were independent risk factors for rLUTIs. Our findings offer a new perspective on the importance of CGA in diagnosing and preventing rLUTIs.
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- Sencer GANİDAĞLI
- Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Geriatric Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Gaziantep University, Gaziantep, Türkiye
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Geriatric Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Gaziantep University, Gaziantep, Türkiye
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Geriatric Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Gaziantep University, Gaziantep, Türkiye
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Benitez-Lugo ML, Suárez-Serrano C, Galvao-Carmona A, Vazquez-Marrufo M, Chamorro-Moriana G. Effectiveness of feedback-based technology on physical and cognitive abilities in the elderly. Front Aging Neurosci 2022; 14:1050518. [PMID: 36438005 PMCID: PMC9686288 DOI: 10.3389/fnagi.2022.1050518] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2022] [Accepted: 10/25/2022] [Indexed: 08/26/2023] Open
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Aging raises a social and health challenge because the passing of time causes changes in cognitive and physical functions that impair functionality and quality of life. In addition, advancements in technology and information technology have led to the development of new techniques for retraining based on the feedback technology provides. To solve the negative consequences of aging, a randomized clinical trial was carried out to assess the effectiveness of a protocol using feedback-based technology to improve physical and cognitive functions in older adults. For the purpose of this study, 200 patients were selected from a Social and Community Services Center in the province of Seville and only 46 of them became participants of the study (after applying the inclusion criteria). These patients were divided into two groups: control and experimental. Physical and cognitive abilities were assessed using the Miniexamen cognoscitivo Test (an adaptation of the MiniMental examination test), Yesevage's Depression Scale, Oddball Test, Attention Network Test, Berg Scale, Tinetti Scale, and Timed Up and Go Test. The intervention applied to the experimental group consisted of a supervised protocol using the Nintendo® Wii video game console and the Wii-Fit© video game during 16 sessions, 2 times a week with a duration of 30 min per session. The control group did not receive any treatment. The experimental group showed statistically significant improvements in all the physical variables (balance, gait, autonomy, and fall risk), as other authors had proven, and in memory and reaction times; there were no improvements in attention networks. The control group (placebo) even showed a decrease in their functions, with worse results on the Timed up and Go test Scale. The intervention using feedback-based technology has been proven effective in improving physical and cognitive abilities and in preventing and promoting healthy aging.
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Perfil clínico psiquiátrico e sociodemográfico de idosos com transtorno de humor depressivo. PAJAR - PAN AMERICAN JOURNAL OF AGING RESEARCH 2022. [DOI: 10.15448/2357-9641.2022.1.43249] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Objetivos: descrever o perfil clínico e sociodemográfico de idosos portadores de transtorno de humor depressivo. Métodos: estudo transversal, que abrangeu os dados da primeira consulta de todos os indivíduos com idade igual ou superior a 60 anos atendidos no ambulatório de Psiquiatria Geriátrica de um hospital terciário, no período de 2014 a 2019, com diagnóstico de depressão. Os aspectos clínicos psiquiátricos avaliados foram a razão da procura por atendimento, a presença de alguma comorbidade clínica, as internações psiquiátricas prévias e o diagnóstico de depressão unipolar estabelecido com base no DSM-5. As informações sociodemográficas foram idade, sexo, estado civil, escolaridade e atividade laboral. Resultados: um total de 119 participantes com diagnóstico de Transtorno Depressivo Maior foram inseridos no estudo. A média de idade foi de 70,9±7,4 anos e 83,2% do sexo feminino. Os homens depressivos eram, na sua maioria, da faixa etária dos 70 aos 79 anos, enquanto as mulheres eram mais jovens (60 aos 69 anos). Os idosos mais jovens com depressão eram casados (52,9%), enquanto os mais velhos eram viúvos. Em relação à escolaridade, os idosos mais velhos tinham menos anos de estudo. Grande parcela dos idosos com depressão apresentava algum tipo de comorbidade clínica (86,4%).Conclusões: assim, com envelhecimento da população, conhecê-la com maior aprofundamento torna-se uma ferramenta útil para melhor tratá-la. Além disso, quanto mais conhecimento possuímos melhor conseguimos otimizar nossos recursos.
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Arten TL, Hamdan AC. NExecutive functions and memory in Parkinson's disease patients with Deep Brain Stimulation. AGING AND HEALTH RESEARCH 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ahr.2022.100065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Efendioglu EM, Cigiloglu A, Turkbeyler IH. Malnutrition and Depressive Symptoms in Elderly Palliative Care Patients. J Palliat Care 2021; 37:503-509. [PMID: 34647838 DOI: 10.1177/08258597211045500] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Objective: The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence of and relationship between malnutrition and depressive symptoms in older palliative care inpatients. Methods: One hundred and thirty-six older adults were included in the study. The Geriatric Depression Scale, Mini Nutritional Assessment Short Form, Mini Mental State Examination, Barthel index, and Lawton & Brody index were used to evaluate the mood, nutrition status, mental status, and activities of daily living of the patients. Results: The mean age of the patients was 74.88 ± 8.82 years, and 63.2% of the patients were female. According to the nutritional assessment, 39.7% of the patients suffered from malnutrition, while 47.1% were at risk for it, and depressive symptoms were detected in 79.4% of the patients. A strong negative correlation was found between the scores for nutritional and depressive symptoms (r = -.750, 95% CI = -.834 to -.668). Conclusion: Malnutrition, risk of malnutrition, and depressive symptoms were found to occur often among the patients, and the relationship between them was statistically significant. Our results highlight that the quality of life of palliative care patients could be improved by providing adequate nutrition and psychological support.
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- Gaziantep Dr Ersin Arslan Education Research Hospital, Sahinbey, Gaziantep, Turkey
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Comparison of the Accuracy of Short Cognitive Screens Among Adults With Cognitive Complaints in Turkey. Alzheimer Dis Assoc Disord 2021; 34:350-356. [PMID: 32530832 DOI: 10.1097/wad.0000000000000391] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Cutoff values of cognitive screen tests vary according to age and educational levels. OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to compare the accuracy and determine cutoffs for 3 short cognitive screening instruments: the Mini-Mental State Examination, Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), and Quick Mild Cognitive Impairment Screen-Turkish version (Qmci-TR), in older adults with low literacy in Turkey. METHODS In all 321 patients, 133 with subjective cognitive complaints (SCC), 88 amnestic-type mild cognitive impairment (aMCI), and 100 with probable Alzheimer disease (AD) with a median of 5 years education were included. Education and age-specific cutoffs were determined. RESULTS For the overall population, the Qmci-TR was more accurate than the MoCA in distinguishing between aMCI and AD (area under the curve=0.83 vs. 0.76, P=0.004) and the Qmci-TR and Mini-Mental State Examination were superior to the MoCA in discriminating SCC from aMCI and AD. All instruments had similar accuracy among those with low literacy (primary school and lower educational level or illiterate). CONCLUSIONS To distinguish between SCC, aMCI, and AD in a sample of older Turkish adults, the Qmci-TR may be preferable. In very low literacy, the choice of the instrument appears less important.
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Comment on "Comparison of the Accuracy of Short Cognitive Screens Among Adults With Cognitive Complaints in Turkey". Alzheimer Dis Assoc Disord 2021; 35:188. [PMID: 34006728 DOI: 10.1097/wad.0000000000000448] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Pereira-Ávila FMV, Lam SC, Goulart MDCEL, Góes FGB, Pereira-Caldeira NMV, Gir E. FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION AMONG OLDER ADULTS DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC. TEXTO & CONTEXTO ENFERMAGEM 2021. [DOI: 10.1590/1980-265x-tce-2020-0380] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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ABSTRACT Objective: to identify factors associated with depressive symptoms among older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. Method: a cross-sectional study developed in all regions of Brazil, using an electronic form among older adults aged 60 or over. Data were collected from April 17 to May 15, 2020. Measures of central tendency and dispersion were used. For comparison of means, Student’s t-test and analysis of variance were applied, considering p≤0.05. For association of factors, chi-square was adopted with bivariate analyzes and logistic regression. Results: nine hundred (100.0%) older adults participated in the study. The general score for symptoms of depression was 3.8 (SD=4.4), 818 (91.9%) had no or mild depressive symptoms. Women (p <0.01) have more symptoms than men. The income variable is a predictor of depressive symptoms (OR=0.56; CI: 0.34-0.91; p=0.020). Conclusion: the main factors associated with symptoms of depression were sex, income, education and occupations that expose them to COVID-19 had the highest depression scores.
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Reply to 'Healthy dietary indices and risk of depressive outcomes: a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies'. Mol Psychiatry 2020; 25:3119-3120. [PMID: 31371808 DOI: 10.1038/s41380-019-0462-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2018] [Revised: 03/19/2019] [Accepted: 06/03/2019] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Kucera M, Wolfová K, Cermakova P. Changes in depressive symptoms of older adults in the Czech Republic. J Affect Disord 2020; 261:139-144. [PMID: 31627114 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2019.10.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2019] [Revised: 08/22/2019] [Accepted: 10/09/2019] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND It is unclear whether the rising burden of depression is due to its increasing prevalence or better detection. We aimed to study trends in depressive symptoms in older individuals from the Czech Republic. METHODS We used data from the Survey on Health, Aging and Retirement in Europe. Depressive symptoms, defined by 4 or more points on the EURO-D scale, alone or in combination with pharmacological treatment, were compared between participants in 2006/2007 (cohort 1) and in 2015 (cohort 2). Binary logistic regression assessed the association of cohort 2 with depressive symptoms, step-wise adjusting for sociodemographic and clinical covariates. RESULTS The prevalence of depressive symptoms (defined by EURO-D) was 28% in cohort 1 and 22% in cohort 2 (p < 0.001). Cohort 2 was associated with lower odds of depressive symptoms, adjusting for all covariates (OR 0.77; 95% CI 0.63-0.94). Defined by EURO-D scale or pharmacological treatment, the prevalence was 30% in cohort 1 and 26% in cohort 2 (p < 0.001). Cohort 2 was associated with lower odds of depressive symptoms, adjusting for age and sex, but not in the fully adjusted model (OR 0.88; 95% CI 0.73-1.07). The difference in depressive symptoms between cohorts was associated in particular with increased length of education and higher household net worth. LIMITATIONS Information about pharmacological treatment has been reported inaccurately. CONCLUSIONS The prevalence of depressive symptoms has decreased in older adults in the Czech Republic. Additional increase in education and socioeconomic resources of the population could further reduce the depressive symptoms in the population.
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- Matej Kucera
- Charles University Prague, Third Faculty of Medicine, Prague, Czech Republic; National Institute of Mental Health, Klecany, Czech Republic
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- Charles University Prague, Third Faculty of Medicine, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Charles University Prague, Third Faculty of Medicine, Prague, Czech Republic; National Institute of Mental Health, Klecany, Czech Republic.
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Bacha JMR, Gomes GCV, Freitas TBD, Torriani-Pasin C, Lange B, Pompeu JE. Kinect Adventures versus physical exercise on depressive symptoms of older adults: A pilot study. FISIOTERAPIA EM MOVIMENTO 2020. [DOI: 10.1590/1980-5918.033.ao71] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Abstract Introduction: Depressive and anxiety disorders are considered the main cause of emotional suffering and decrease of quality of life among older adults. It has been suggested that the practice of physical exercise can be a treatment option for anxiety and depression. Alternative approaches such serious games show promise for reducing depression symptoms. Objective: To compare the effect of virtual reality, in the form of commercially available interactive Kinect Adventures video games, compared to a standard physical exercise program on depressive symptoms of older adults. Method: This is a pilot study, parallel group, single-blind randomized controlled pilot trial that recruited two intervention groups: Interactive Video Game Kinect Adventures (IVG, n=8) versus usual physical exercise program (PEP, n=6). The two groups completed a seven week program with a total of fourteen 60-minute sessions divided into two sessions a week. The IVG completed individual training sessions using the Microsoft Xbox Kinect Adventures games and the PEP performed a group exercise program. Depression symptoms were measured using the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS-15). This measure was assessed pre-intervention, post intervention and at 30-day follow-up. Results: There was a significant effect of assessment without group effect or interaction between factors, in the GDS-15 (RM-ANOVA, P < 0.0001). Both groups showed improvement in the GDS-15 post intervention assessment that was maintained after 30-day follow-up (Bonferroni post hoc test, P < 0.05). Conclusion: The results of this study suggest that both Interactive Kinect Adventures video games and physical exercise provide beneficial effects on depressive symptoms of older adults.
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Pourrahimi A, sheykhlar A, Keshvarz Afshar M, Abdi M, Aghajanloo A, Mohammadi S, Bayat F. The Prevalence of Depression and its Associated Demographic Factors in the Elderly with Electronic Health Records in Zanjan. PREVENTIVE CARE IN NURSING AND MIDWIFERY JOURNAL 2018. [DOI: 10.29252/pcnm.8.2.18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/31/2022] Open
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Mantzorou M, Vadikolias K, Pavlidou E, Serdari A, Vasios G, Tryfonos C, Giaginis C. Nutritional status is associated with the degree of cognitive impairment and depressive symptoms in a Greek elderly population. Nutr Neurosci 2018; 23:201-209. [PMID: 29914306 DOI: 10.1080/1028415x.2018.1486940] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Introduction: Cognitive impairment and malnutrition are two important public health issues in the elderly, which have been associated with their mental health.Aims: This study aims to evaluate the nutritional status of an elderly population in Greece, and its association with the grade of cognitive decline, anthropometric measures and psychological status.Materials and Methods: A total of 2092 elderly men and women were enrolled from seven Greek cities. Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA), Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) and Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) questionnaires were used to assess the impact of nutritional status on cognitive abilities and psychological status of the participants.Results: Of the elderly, 35.0% were at risk of malnutrition and 11.3% were malnourished, while 34.4% of the participants had impaired cognitive function, and 32.3% showed depressive symptoms. Malnutrition was more frequently observed in participants presenting cognitive impairment, and depressive symptoms. In multiple regression analysis, nutritional status was independently associated with cognitive and psychological status.Conclusions: A high prevalence of malnutrition was recorded in this elderly population sample, which was directly associated with cognitive impairment and depression. Diagnostic tools such as MNA, MMSE, and GDS are strongly recommended to be applied as a routine clinical practice in the elderly to timely and effectively address these health problems.
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- Maria Mantzorou
- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of Environment, University of Aegean, Myrina, Lemnos, Greece
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- Department of Neurology, School of Medicine, Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupoli, Greece
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of Environment, University of Aegean, Myrina, Lemnos, Greece
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- Department of Psychiatry and Child Psychiatry, Democritus University of Thrace, University Hospital of Alexandroupolis, Thrace, Greece
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of Environment, University of Aegean, Myrina, Lemnos, Greece
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of Environment, University of Aegean, Myrina, Lemnos, Greece
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of Environment, University of Aegean, Myrina, Lemnos, Greece
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