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Kim DR, Lai TF, Sung M, Jang M, Shin YK, Ra YJ, Liao Y, Park JH, Shin MJ. Effect of information and communication technology-based smart care services for physical and cognitive functions in older adults living alone: A quasi-experimental study. J Nutr Health Aging 2024; 28:100318. [PMID: 39025018 DOI: 10.1016/j.jnha.2024.100318] [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: 04/08/2024] [Revised: 07/11/2024] [Accepted: 07/11/2024] [Indexed: 07/20/2024]
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BACKGROUND As the global population ages and the number of older adults living alone increases, societies face the responsibility of building new support systems and providing novel forms of care to ensure the independence and happiness of sick or frail older individuals. This quasi-experimental study examined the association between information and communication technology-based smart care services and the physical and cognitive functions of older individuals living alone. METHODS This study used a suite of smart technologies (artificial intelligence speaker, radar sensor, and personalized exercise App.) and interventions tailored to the initial physical functional scores of the participants. A total of 176 participants were recruited and assigned, with 88 participants in the intervention group and 88 in the control group. The short physical performance battery (SPPB), the digit span test (DST), and the Korean mini-mental state examination (K-MMSE) were used to assess participants before and after 12 weeks. RESULTS No significant differences in gender, age, or educational levels were observed between the intervention and control groups. After adjusting for baseline performance, analysis of covariance revealed that the intervention group exhibited better outcomes in the SPPB five-time chair stand score (adjusted score difference: 0.329; P = 0.044) and the backward DST (adjusted score difference: 0.472; P = 0.007), but had lower score of K-MMSE (adjusted score difference: -0.935; P = 0.021), indicating enhanced lower limb muscle strength and cognitive function in working memory. CONCLUSION ICT-based smart care services, combined with personalized exercise interventions, significantly support the physical and cognitive health of solitary older individuals. This approach highlights the potential of integrating smart technology and targeted physical activity to foster the well-being of the aging population living alone.
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- Du-Ri Kim
- Health Convergence Medicine Laboratory, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan, 49241, Republic of Korea; Department of Rehabilitation Science, Graduate School, Inje University, Gimhae, 50834, Republic of Korea
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- Health Convergence Medicine Laboratory, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan, 49241, Republic of Korea
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- Health Convergence Medicine Laboratory, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan, 49241, Republic of Korea
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- Health Convergence Medicine Laboratory, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan, 49241, Republic of Korea
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- Health Convergence Medicine Laboratory, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan, 49241, Republic of Korea
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- Health Convergence Medicine Laboratory, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan, 49241, Republic of Korea; Department of Family Medicine, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan, 49241, Republic of Korea
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- Graduate Institute of Sport, Leisure and Hospitality Management, National Taiwan Normal University, Taipei, Taiwan; Faculty of Sport Sciences, Waseda University, Tokorozawa, Japan
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- Health Convergence Medicine Laboratory, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan, 49241, Republic of Korea.
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- Health Convergence Medicine Laboratory, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan, 49241, Republic of Korea; Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Pusan National University School of Medicine, Yangsan, Republic of Korea; Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan, Republic of Korea
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Yun S, Bae Y. Efficacy of plantar tactile sensation and balance in patients with subacute stroke following plantar kinesio taping: a randomized, cross-over preliminary study. Top Stroke Rehabil 2024:1-9. [PMID: 38986002 DOI: 10.1080/10749357.2024.2377519] [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: 01/23/2024] [Accepted: 06/29/2024] [Indexed: 07/12/2024]
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BACKGROUND Kinesio tape (KT) is known to enhance tactile sensation. In stroke rehabilitation, KT is often used alongside conventional therapy (CT) to improve balance recovery. OBJECTIVE In this study, we aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of plantar KT in enhancing plantar tactile sensation (PTS) and balance ability in subacute stroke patients. METHODS In this randomized crossover trial, 22 subacute stroke participants were randomly assigned to receive no taping, paretic plantar KT, or bilateral plantar KT, with a 24-h washout period between each condition. All participants underwent 30 min of CT. The primary outcome was PTS, involving tactile sensitivity in five areas on the plantar surface and the contact area with the ground of the paretic foot. The one-leg stand (OLS) time, functional reach test (FRT), and timed up-and-go test (TUG) were employed as secondary outcomes. RESULTS Paretic plantar KT application led to significant increases in the contact area, OLS, FRT, and TUG test times. Particularly, bilateral plantar KT showed significantly greater improvement in PTS compared to paretic plantar KT. Additionally, bilateral plantar KT significantly improved OLS (p < 0.001, η2 = 0.575), FRT (p < 0.001, η2 = 781), and TUG (p < 0.001, η2 = 0.771) times compared with paretic plantar KT. CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrated that plantar KT improved PTS and balance ability in stroke rehabilitation. The findings suggest that bilateral plantar KT as an adjunct to CT may have a beneficial effect on balance recovery in patients with subacute stroke. TRIAL REGISTRATION Clinical trial KCT0009048.
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- Seongho Yun
- Department of Physical Therapy, Michuhol Hospital, Incheon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Science, Gachon University, Incheon, Republic of Korea
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Fiorindi C, Giudici F, Testa GD, Foti L, Romanazzo S, Tognozzi C, Mansueto G, Scaringi S, Cuffaro F, Nannoni A, Soop M, Baldini G. Multimodal Prehabilitation for Patients with Crohn's Disease Scheduled for Major Surgery: A Narrative Review. Nutrients 2024; 16:1783. [PMID: 38892714 PMCID: PMC11174506 DOI: 10.3390/nu16111783] [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: 04/29/2024] [Revised: 05/25/2024] [Accepted: 06/05/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
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Approximately 15-50% of patients with Crohn's disease (CD) will require surgery within ten years following the diagnosis. The management of modifiable risk factors before surgery is essential to reduce postoperative complications and to promote a better postoperative recovery. Preoperative malnutrition reduced functional capacity, sarcopenia, immunosuppressive medications, anemia, and psychological distress are frequently present in CD patients. Multimodal prehabilitation consists of nutritional, functional, medical, and psychological interventions implemented before surgery, aiming at optimizing preoperative status and improve postoperative recovery. Currently, studies evaluating the effect of multimodal prehabilitation on postoperative outcomes specifically in CD are lacking. Some studies have investigated the effect of a single prehabilitation intervention, of which nutritional optimization is the most investigated. The aim of this narrative review is to present the physiologic rationale supporting multimodal surgical prehabilitation in CD patients waiting for surgery, and to describe its main components to facilitate their adoption in the preoperative standard of care.
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- Camilla Fiorindi
- Department of Health Science, University of Firenze, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Careggi, Largo Brambilla 3, 50139 Florence, Italy; (S.R.); (C.T.); (G.M.); (F.C.); (A.N.); (G.B.)
- Multimodal Prehabilitation Center, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Careggi, Largo Brambilla 6, 50135 Florence, Italy; (G.D.T.); (L.F.)
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Largo Brambilla 6, 50135 Florence, Italy; (F.G.); (S.S.)
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- Multimodal Prehabilitation Center, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Careggi, Largo Brambilla 6, 50135 Florence, Italy; (G.D.T.); (L.F.)
- Division of Geriatric and Intensive Care Medicine, University of Florence, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Careggi, Largo Brambilla 3, 50139 Florence, Italy
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- Multimodal Prehabilitation Center, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Careggi, Largo Brambilla 6, 50135 Florence, Italy; (G.D.T.); (L.F.)
- Section of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, University of Florence, Largo Brambilla 3, 50139 Florence, Italy
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- Department of Health Science, University of Firenze, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Careggi, Largo Brambilla 3, 50139 Florence, Italy; (S.R.); (C.T.); (G.M.); (F.C.); (A.N.); (G.B.)
- Multimodal Prehabilitation Center, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Careggi, Largo Brambilla 6, 50135 Florence, Italy; (G.D.T.); (L.F.)
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- Department of Health Science, University of Firenze, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Careggi, Largo Brambilla 3, 50139 Florence, Italy; (S.R.); (C.T.); (G.M.); (F.C.); (A.N.); (G.B.)
- Multimodal Prehabilitation Center, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Careggi, Largo Brambilla 6, 50135 Florence, Italy; (G.D.T.); (L.F.)
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- Department of Health Science, University of Firenze, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Careggi, Largo Brambilla 3, 50139 Florence, Italy; (S.R.); (C.T.); (G.M.); (F.C.); (A.N.); (G.B.)
- Multimodal Prehabilitation Center, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Careggi, Largo Brambilla 6, 50135 Florence, Italy; (G.D.T.); (L.F.)
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Largo Brambilla 6, 50135 Florence, Italy; (F.G.); (S.S.)
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- Department of Health Science, University of Firenze, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Careggi, Largo Brambilla 3, 50139 Florence, Italy; (S.R.); (C.T.); (G.M.); (F.C.); (A.N.); (G.B.)
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- Department of Health Science, University of Firenze, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Careggi, Largo Brambilla 3, 50139 Florence, Italy; (S.R.); (C.T.); (G.M.); (F.C.); (A.N.); (G.B.)
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- Department for IBD and Intestinal Failure Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, SE 177 76 Stockholm, Sweden;
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- Department of Health Science, University of Firenze, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Careggi, Largo Brambilla 3, 50139 Florence, Italy; (S.R.); (C.T.); (G.M.); (F.C.); (A.N.); (G.B.)
- Multimodal Prehabilitation Center, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Careggi, Largo Brambilla 6, 50135 Florence, Italy; (G.D.T.); (L.F.)
- Section of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, University of Florence, Largo Brambilla 3, 50139 Florence, Italy
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Tapanya W, Sangkarit N, Manoy P, Konsanit S. Modified Squat Test for Predicting Knee Muscle Strength in Older Adults. Ann Geriatr Med Res 2024; 28:209-218. [PMID: 38584428 PMCID: PMC11217660 DOI: 10.4235/agmr.24.0005] [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: 01/10/2024] [Revised: 03/18/2024] [Accepted: 03/30/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Methods for evaluating the strength of the knee extensor muscles play a vital role in determining the functionality of the lower limbs and monitoring any alterations that occur over time in older individuals. This study assessed the validity of the Modified Squat Test (MST) in predicting knee extensor muscle strength in older adults. METHODS This study included a total of 110 older adults. We collected demographic information such as sex, age, body weight, height, and thigh circumference. Muscle strength was assessed by measuring the maximum voluntary isometric contraction of the knee extensors, and by performing the MST (5 and 10 repetitions) and single-leg standing balance test. Stepwise multiple linear regression analysis was used to investigate multiple factors impacting the prediction of knee extensor strength. RESULTS Factors such as age, sex, thigh circumference, performance on the single-leg standing eye-open (SSEO) task, and the time required to complete the 10 MST repetitions together explained 77.8% of the variation in knee extensor muscle strength among older adults. We further developed a predictive equation to calculate strength as follows: strength = 36.78 - 0.24 (age) + 6.16 (sex) + 0.19 (thigh circumference) + 0.05 (SSEO) - 0.54 (time required to complete 10 MST repetitions) ± 5.51 kg. CONCLUSION The 10-repetition MST is an invaluable instrument for establishing an equation to accurately predict lower limb muscle strength.
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- Weerasak Tapanya
- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Allied Health Sciences, University of Phayao, Phayao, Thailand
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Allied Health Sciences, University of Phayao, Phayao, Thailand
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Allied Health Sciences, University of Phayao, Phayao, Thailand
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Allied Health Sciences, University of Phayao, Phayao, Thailand
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Ji S, Jung HW, Baek JY, Jang IY, Lee E. Sarcopenia as the Mobility Phenotype of Aging: Clinical Implications. J Bone Metab 2024; 31:1-12. [PMID: 38485236 PMCID: PMC10940105 DOI: 10.11005/jbm.2024.31.1.1] [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: 11/08/2023] [Revised: 12/02/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 03/17/2024] Open
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Sarcopenia, which is characterized by an age-related decline in muscle mass and function, poses significant challenges to geriatric care. Its definition has evolved from muscle-specific criteria to include muscle mass, muscle function, and physical performance, recognizing sarcopenia as a physical frailty. Sarcopenia is associated with adverse outcomes, including mortality, falls, fractures, cognitive decline, and admission to long-term care facilities. Neuromechanical factors, protein-energy balance, and muscle protein synthesis-breakdown mechanisms contribute to its pathophysiology. The identification of sarcopenia involves screening tests and a comprehensive assessment of muscle mass, strength, and physical function. Clinical approaches aligned with the principles of comprehensive geriatric assessment prioritize patient-centered care. This assessment aids in identifying issues related to activities of daily living, cognition, mood, nutrition, and social support, alongside other aspects. The general approach to factors underlying muscle loss and functional decline in patients with sarcopenia includes managing chronic diseases and evaluating administered medications, with interventions including exercise and nutrition, as well as evolving pharmacological options. Ongoing research targeting pathways, such as myostatin-activin and exercise mimetics, holds promise for pharmacological interventions. In summary, sarcopenia requires a multifaceted approach, acknowledging its complex etiology and tailoring interventions to individual patient needs.
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- Sunghwan Ji
- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Kim Y, Kim J, Kim M, Song K, Choi M. Association of Depressive Mood and Frailty With Mortality and Health Care Utilization: Korean National Cohort Study. J Am Med Dir Assoc 2023; 24:504-510. [PMID: 36878262 DOI: 10.1016/j.jamda.2023.01.025] [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: 09/11/2022] [Revised: 01/24/2023] [Accepted: 01/27/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To investigate the association of depressive mood and frailty with mortality and health care utilization (HCU) and identify the coexisting effect of depressive mood and frailty in older adults. DESIGN A retrospective study using nationwide longitudinal cohort data. SETTING AND PARTICIPANTS A total of 27,818 older adults age 66 years from the National Screening Program for Transitional Ages between 2007 and 2008, part of the National Health Insurance Service-Senior cohort. METHODS Depressive mood and frailty were measured by the Geriatric Depression Scale and Timed Up and Go test, respectively. Outcomes were mortality and HCU, including long-term care services (LTCS), hospital admissions, and total length of stay (LOS) from the index date to December 31, 2015. Cox proportional hazards regression and zero-inflated negative binomial regression were performed to identify differences in outcomes by depressive mood and frailty. RESULTS Participants with depressive mood and frailty represented 50.9% and 2.4%, respectively. The prevalence of mortality and LTCS use in the overall participants was 7.1% and 3.0%, respectively. More than 3 hospital admissions (36.7%) and total LOS above 15 days (53.2%) were the most common. Depressive mood was associated with LTCS use [hazard ratio (HR) 1.22, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.05-1.42] and hospital admissions [incidence rate ratio (IRR) 1.05, 95% CI 1.02-1.08]. Frailty had associations with mortality risk (HR 1.96, 95% CI 1.44-2.68), LTCS use (HR 4.86, 95% CI 3.45-6.84), and LOS (IRR 1.30, 95% CI 1.06-1.60). The coexistence of depressive mood and frailty was associated with increased LOS (IRR 1.55, 95% CI 1.16-2.07). CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS Our findings highlight the need to focus on depressive mood and frailty to reduce mortality and HCU. Identifying combined problems early in older adults may contribute to healthy aging by reducing adverse health outcomes and the burden of health care costs.
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- Yesol Kim
- College of Nursing and Brain Korea 21 FOUR Project, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Statistics and Data Science, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- College of Nursing and Brain Korea 21 FOUR Project, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- College of Nursing and Mo-Im Kim Nursing Research Institute, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- College of Nursing and Mo-Im Kim Nursing Research Institute, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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Park JY, Ko HJ, Song JE, Ji SM, Kim SY. Pet Insects May Improve Physical Performance and Sleep in Community-Dwelling Frail Elderly People with Chronic Diseases: A Single-Arm Interventional Pilot Study. Clin Interv Aging 2022; 17:1919-1929. [PMID: 36601357 PMCID: PMC9807014 DOI: 10.2147/cia.s387603] [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: 08/26/2022] [Accepted: 12/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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Purpose Animal-assisted intervention (AAI) is an effective intervention that improves the mental and physical health. However, few have examined the efficacy of pet insects as a form of AAI for prefrail and frail elderly. This study aimed to ascertain the effects of pet insects on physical performance and psychological health in community-dwelling frail elderly individuals with a chronic disease. Patients and Methods This study was an 8 week prospective single-arm interventional pilot study that enrolled prefrail and frail community-dwelling adults aged 70 years and older, all of whom had a chronic disease and attended a daycare facility. Pet insects and appropriate equipment were provided, and supporting programs were used to educate participants about how to rear the insects and how to get close to them. Pre- and post-interventional physical and psychological functions were evaluated. Results A total of 23 subjects (mean age, 82.78 years) were enrolled in the final analysis. The timed up-and-go-test (TUG) was used to measure functional mobility, and grip strength was used as a measure of muscle strength; both showed significant changes after the 8-week intervention (Δ = -0.35±0.73 sec, P = 0.034; and Δ = 0.73±0.99 kg, P = 0.002, respectively). In addition, the insomnia severity index (ISI) and average sleep duration improved significantly (Δ = -2.91±5.64, P = -0.021; and Δ = 0.87±1.98, P = 0.047, respectively). There were no significant changes in the results of other psychometric tests. Logistic regression analysis using the forward stepwise selection method revealed that the baseline ISI score and the absence of other comorbidities were significantly associated with the probability of positive changes in both the TUG and HS tests after the intervention. Conclusion Pet insects may be an effective and easily applicable type of AAI, which improves physical function and sleep in prefrail and frail elderly individuals.
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- Ji-Yeon Park
- Department of Family Medicine, Kyungpook National University Hospital, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Family Medicine, Kyungpook National University Hospital, Daegu, Korea,Department of Family Medicine, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea,Correspondence: Hae-Jin Ko, Kyungpook National University Hospital, 130 Dongdeok-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu, Korea, Tel +82-53-200-6578, Fax +82-53-200-5480, Email
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- Department of Family Medicine, Kyungpook National University Chilgok Hospital, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Agricultural Biology, National Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Rural Development Administration, Wanju, Korea
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- Department of Agricultural Biology, National Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Rural Development Administration, Wanju, Korea
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The Assessment of Driving Fitness Using an On-Road Evaluation in Patients With Cirrhosis. Am J Gastroenterol 2022; 117:2017-2024. [PMID: 36087105 DOI: 10.14309/ajg.0000000000001927] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2022] [Accepted: 07/19/2022] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The association between cirrhosis and driving performance is of particular clinical relevance because of the life-threatening safety issues both for the driver with cirrhosis and the general public. Study aims were to assess (i) driving competency through the use of an in-office computerized battery and on-road driving assessment (DriveABLE) and (ii) the association between minimal hepatic encephalopathy (MHE), in-office paper-pencil tools, and additional measures (e.g., frailty, depression, cognitive testing) with unsafe driving. METHODS Patients were prospectively recruited from 2 tertiary care liver clinics. In-office tests and in-office and on-road assessments of driving competence were completed. The χ 2 test and 1-way analysis of variance were used to analyze differences among those with and without MHE. Logistic regression was used to evaluate predictors of an indeterminate/fail result on the in-office computerized driving assessment battery (DriveABLE Cognitive Assessment Tool [DCAT]). RESULTS Eighty patients participated with a mean age of 57 years, 70% male, 75% Child-Pugh B/C, and 36% with a history of overt hepatic encephalopathy. Thirty percent met MHE criteria on both the psychometric hepatic encephalopathy score and the Stroop app tests. Only 2 patients (3%) were categorized as "unfit to drive" in the on-road driving test, one with MHE and the other without. Fifty-eight percent of the patients were scored as indeterminate/fail on the DCAT. This corresponded to a higher mean number of on-road driving errors (5.3 [SD 2.1] vs 4.2 [SD 1.6] in those who passed the DCAT, P = 0.01). Older age (odds ratio 1.3; confidence interval 1.1, 1.5; P = 0.001) and MHE by Stroop/psychometric hepatic encephalopathy score (odds ratio 11.0; confidence interval 2.3, 51.8; P = 0.002) were independently predictive of worse performance on the DCAT. DISCUSSION Worse performance in in-office testing was associated with worse scores on a computerized driving assessment battery and more on-road driving errors, but in-office tools were insufficient to predict on-road driving failures. A diagnosis of MHE should not be used alone to restrict driving in patients with cirrhosis. At-risk patients require on-road driving tests under the supervision of driving regulatory agencies. Future studies should continue to refine and evaluate in-office or at-home testing to predict driving performance.
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Kara O, Soysal P, Kiskac M, Smith L, Karışmaz A, Kazancioglu R. Investigation of optimum hemoglobin levels in older patients with chronic kidney disease. Aging Clin Exp Res 2022; 34:3055-3062. [PMID: 36136237 DOI: 10.1007/s40520-022-02246-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2022] [Accepted: 08/29/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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AIM The aim of the present study is to determine target hemoglobin (Hgb) values in older females and males with chronic kidney disease (CKD) according to best performance in mood, gait and balance, muscle strength and activities of daily living, which are important parameters of geriatric assessment. METHOD Patients' age, gender, education level, and comorbidities were recorded. All the participants underwent comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA) including Basic and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living for functional evaluation, Tinetti Performance-Oriented Assessment of Mobility and Timed Up and Go Test for fall risk, and hand grip strength for muscle strength. Hgb levels and kidney functions were analyzed on the same day as CGA measurements. Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) analysis was used to detect the optimum level of Hgb according to the best performance of CGA parameters. RESULTS 622 elderly CKD patients (69.3% female, 55.7% with anemia) were included. After adjustment for confounders, those with anemia had dynapenia (OR 1.60), high risk of falls (OR 1.60), and decreased functional capacity (OR 1.83) among females and those with anemia had dynapenia (OR 4.31), a high risk of falling (OR 2.42) and decreased functional capacity (OR 2.94) among males. The optimum value of Hgb level is 11.8-12.1 in females and 12.6-12.8 in males according to ROC analysis. CONCLUSION Anemia is associated with dynapenia, high risk of falls, and decreased functional capacity in older CKD patients regardless of genericity. To prevent these negative outcomes, Hgb should be kept in the range of 11.8-12.1 in older females with CKD and 12.6-12.8 in older males with CKD.
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- Osman Kara
- Department of Hematology, Atasehir Medicana International Health Group, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Geriatric Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Bezmialem Vakif University, Istanbul, Turkey.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Bezmialem Vakif University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Centre for Health, Performance and Wellbeing, Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, UK
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- Istanbul Training and Research Hospital, Clinic of Hematology, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Nephrology, Faculty of Medicine, Bezmialem Vakif University, Istanbul, Turkey
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Impact of Frailty on the Relationship between Blood Pressure and Cardiovascular Diseases and Mortality in Young-Old Adults. J Pers Med 2022; 12:jpm12030418. [PMID: 35330418 PMCID: PMC8949292 DOI: 10.3390/jpm12030418] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2022] [Revised: 03/05/2022] [Accepted: 03/06/2022] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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The optimal blood pressure (BP) target in older people according to frailty status remains uncertain. This article investigates how frailty affects the association between BP and cardiovascular diseases or mortality, specifically in young-old adults. A retrospective cohort was created for 708,964 older adults with a uniform age of 66 years. The association between BP and myocardial infarction (MI), stroke, or mortality was analyzed using Cox proportional hazards models. The Timed Up and Go test (TUG) was used as a measure of physical frailty. Mean follow-up was 6.8 years, detecting 38,963 (5.5%) events. There was a linear association between increasing systolic BP (SBP) or diastolic BP (DBP) and increased risk of incident MI and stroke, compared to the reference BP (SBP, 110−119 mmHg or DBP, 80−89 mmHg). The risk patterns with high BP remained similar in each TUG group (<10, 10−14, or ≥15 s). A similar pattern of increased risks was found in those who took antihypertensive drugs and who did not, however they were more pronounced in those who did not. The findings support the need to achieve the same BP target in young-old adults with or without frailty to lower the risk of MI, stroke, and mortality.
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Sundarakumar JS, Raviteja KV, Muniz‐Terrera G, Ravindranath V. Normative data for three physical frailty parameters in an aging, rural Indian population. Health Sci Rep 2022; 5:e567. [PMID: 35356805 PMCID: PMC8938919 DOI: 10.1002/hsr2.567] [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: 11/09/2021] [Revised: 02/21/2022] [Accepted: 02/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Introduction Physical frailty is associated with multiple adverse health outcomes. Since physical characteristics markedly vary with different populations, population-specific norms for physical frailty parameters are necessary. Such norms are lacking for the Indian population, especially for older, rural Indians. We aimed to develop normative values for three quantitative, frailty parameters-handgrip strength, "Timed Up-and-Go" (TUG) test time, and physical activity in an aging, rural Indian population. Methods The study sample is from an ongoing, prospective, cohort (Srinivaspura NeuoSenescence and COGnition, SANSCOG) comprised of rural, community-dwelling, cognitively healthy, aging Indians. Subjects are recruited through area sampling strategy, from villages of Srinivaspura, Kolar district, Karnataka state, India. Three physical frailty parameters of Fried's phenotype-handgrip strength (n = 1787), TUG time (n = 1863), and physical activity (n = 1640) were assessed using digital hand dynamometry, TUG test, and General Physical Activity Questionnaire (GPAQ), respectively. Results The 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, 90th percentiles for the three frailty parameters were: right-hand grip strength (kg): males-13.9, 18.6, 23.8, 28.7, 33.7 and females-7.8, 10.6, 14.2, 17.9, 21.3; left-hand grip strength (kg): males-13.3, 18.3, 23.6, 28.9, 32.9 and females-7.9, 10.5, 14.3, 17.8, 21.2; TUG time (s): males-9.1, 10.1, 11.4, 13.4, 15.5 and females-9.5, 10.7, 12.4, 14.5, 16.6; physical activity (MET-minutes/week): males-1680; 4320; 8880; 15,840; 23,352 and females-1680; 4320; 9240; 15,120; 20,160. Discussion Our findings show that from 45 years onwards, overall grip strength decreases and TUG time increases, with women performing significantly poorer than men across all age groups, except >75 years, where no differences were seen. Physical activity did not show any consistent trend according to age or gender. Reference values for this aging, rural Indian population were substantially lower for grip strength and higher for TUG time than aging populations in several Western and other Asian countries.
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Shin DW, Cho J, Park JH, Cho B. National General Health Screening Program in Korea: history, current status, and future direction: A scoping review. PRECISION AND FUTURE MEDICINE 2022. [DOI: 10.23838/pfm.2021.00135] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Ascencio EJ, Cieza-Gómez GD, Carrillo-Larco RM, Ortiz PJ. Timed up and go test predicts mortality in older adults in Peru: a population-based cohort study. BMC Geriatr 2022; 22:61. [PMID: 35042466 PMCID: PMC8767748 DOI: 10.1186/s12877-022-02749-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2021] [Accepted: 12/20/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Background While there is evidence about stablished risk factors (e.g., raised blood pressure) and higher mortality risk in older population, less has been explored about other functional parameters like the Timed Up and Go test and the Gait Speed in older people at low- and middle-income countries. We aimed to study these mobility tests as predictors of mortality in a population of older people in Peru. Methods Population-based prospective cohort study (2013–2020). Random sampling of people aged 60+ years in a community of Lima, Peru. Geriatricians conducted all clinical evaluations and laboratory tests were conducted in the local hospital. Participants were sought in the national vital registration system, and we collated cause (ICD-10) and date of death. We conducted a nested forward multivariate Cox proportional hazard model to identify all potential predictors of all-cause, communicable and non-communicable diseases mortality. Results At baseline, there were 501 older people (mean age 70.6 and 62.8% were women), complete follow-up information was available from 427 people. Mean follow-up time was 46.5 months (SD = 25.3). In multivariate models, the Timed Up and Go test was associated with higher risk of all-cause mortality (HR = 1.05; 95% CI: 1.02–1.09). For cause-specific mortality, history of heart disease (HR = 2.25; 95% CI: 1.07–4.76) and age in years (HR = 1.05; 95% CI: 1.01–1.09) were predictors of non-communicable diseases mortality. Conclusions In addition to established risk factors for mortality in older population, the Timed Up and Go test, a functional parameter, raised as a relevant predictor of all-cause mortality. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12877-022-02749-6.
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Pai SL, Jacob AK, Wang RD. Preoperative optimization of geriatric and frail patients. Int Anesthesiol Clin 2022; 60:33-42. [PMID: 34456275 DOI: 10.1097/aia.0000000000000340] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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- Sher-Lu Pai
- Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida
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Frailty Related to the Exposure to Particulate Matter and Ozone: The Korean Frailty and Aging Cohort Study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph182211796. [PMID: 34831552 PMCID: PMC8623935 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph182211796] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2021] [Revised: 11/05/2021] [Accepted: 11/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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This study aims to identify the association between the concentration of particulate matter <2.5 μm (PM2.5), <10 μm (PM10), and ozone (O3) and frailty. The Korean Frailty Scale (KFS, 0-6 points) assessing physical, psychological, and social frailty, was applied to 2912 community-dwelling older adults between April 2016 and December 2017. Daily average concentrations of PM2.5, PM10, and O3 (2015-2017) were obtained and matched with the residential areas. The frailty risk associated with exposure to PM2.5, PM10, and O3 was evaluated using multiple logistic regression after adjusting for age, sex, BMI, lifestyle, socioeconomic status, and comorbidity. Participants were categorized into robust (0 points, 28.7%), pre-frail (1-2 points, 50.1%), and frail (≥3 points, 21.2%) groups. Each 1 μg/m3 increase of PM2.5 and PM10 increased the odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) of the frail group compared to the robust group: 1.055 (1.002, 1.112) and 1.095 (1.060, 1.131), and the pre-frail group: 1.053 (1.017, 1.090) and 1.062 (1.037, 1.087), respectively. Each 1-ppb increase of O3 increased the OR (95% CI) of the frail group: 1.041 (1.023, 1.059) and the pre-frail group: 1.005 (0.985, 1.025). PM2.5, PM10, and O3 may be associated dose-dependently with the frailty.
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Park H, Lim J, Baek JY, Lee E, Jung HW, Jang IY. Status of Constipation and Its Association with Sarcopenia in Older Adults: A Population-Based Cohort Study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph182111083. [PMID: 34769606 PMCID: PMC8583223 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph182111083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2021] [Revised: 10/09/2021] [Accepted: 10/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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(1) Background: As the clinical relevance of constipation and sarcopenia is not well studied, we aimed to investigate the association between them in older adults. (2) Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 1278 community-dwelling older adults in South Korea. The Rome IV criteria were used to identify patients with clinically defined constipation, while sarcopenia was defined by the Asian Working Group for Sarcopenia consensus. The cohort was classified into three groups: no constipation, self-reported constipation only, and clinically defined constipation. (3) Results: The presence of constipation was associated with sarcopenia and slow gait speed (p < 0.001). After adjustment for possible covariates, the association with sarcopenia attenuated, while that for slow gait speed persisted. In terms of geriatric parameters, both groups with clinically defined and self-reported constipation had a higher burden of cognitive impairment, IADL disability, and lower QOL scores (p < 0.05) compared with those without constipation. (4) Conclusions: Sarcopenia and slow gait speed associated with constipation in community-dwelling older adults. Individuals with self-reported constipation symptoms alone showed comparable sarcopenic and geriatric burden to those with clinically defined constipation. Clinical suspicion for possible co-existing sarcopenia is warranted in older patients with constipation.
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- Hyungchul Park
- Department of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul 05505, Korea; (H.P.); (J.L.)
- Department of Gastroenterology, Ilsan Paik Hospital, Inje University College of Medicine, Goyang 10380, Korea
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul 05505, Korea; (H.P.); (J.L.)
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul 05505, Korea; (J.Y.B.); (E.L.)
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul 05505, Korea; (J.Y.B.); (E.L.)
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul 05505, Korea; (J.Y.B.); (E.L.)
- Correspondence: (H.-W.J.); (I.-Y.J.); Tel.: +82-2-3010-1852 (H.-W.J.); +82-2-3010-1658 (I.-Y.J.)
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul 05505, Korea; (J.Y.B.); (E.L.)
- Correspondence: (H.-W.J.); (I.-Y.J.); Tel.: +82-2-3010-1852 (H.-W.J.); +82-2-3010-1658 (I.-Y.J.)
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Jung HW, Jang IY, Back JY, Park S, Park CMI, Han SJ, Lee E. Validity of the Clinical Frailty Scale in Korean older patients at a geriatric clinic. Korean J Intern Med 2021; 36:1242-1250. [PMID: 34503320 PMCID: PMC8435494 DOI: 10.3904/kjim.2020.652] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2020] [Accepted: 12/22/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND/AIMS We aimed to assess the validity of the Korean translated version of the Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS) in determining the frailty status in geriatric outpatients. METHODS The records of 123 ambulatory outpatients who had undergone CFS and comprehensive geriatric assessments (CGAs) including measurements for the Cardiovascular Health Study (CHS) frailty scale and the frailty index (CGA-FI) were analyzed. Correlations between CFS, CHS frailty scale, and CGA-FI were assessed. The ability of CFS to classify frailty status was calculated using the CHS frailty scale and CGA-FI as references. RESULTS The mean CFS score was 3.2 in the study population, with a mean age of 77.49 years (45.5% men). Individuals with higher CFS scores were older, had a greater burden of chronic diseases, and worse daily functions and cognitive performance. CFS scores positively correlated with CGA-FI (B = 0.78, p < 0.001) and CHS frailty scale (B = 0.67, p < 0.001) scores. For CFS, C-statistics to classify frailty by CGA-FI and CHS scale were 0.905 and 0.826, respectively. The cut-off value of CFS ≥ 4 maximized Youden's J to classify frailty by both the CHS scale and CGAFI. CONCLUSION The CFS is a valid screening tool to assess the frailty status in outpatients of a geriatric clinic in Korea. As a simple and quick measure, the CFS may facilitate frailty assessments in real-world clinical practice.
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- Hee-Won Jung
- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Health Promotion and Management, National Health Insurance Service, Wonju, Korea
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- Department of Family Medicine, Korea University Anam Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital Medicine Center, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
- Correspondence to Eunju Lee, M.D. Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 05505, Korea Tel: +82-2-3010-3308 Fax: +82-2-2045-4268 E-mail:
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Baek JY, Lee E, Jung HW, Jang IY. Geriatrics Fact Sheet in Korea 2021. Ann Geriatr Med Res 2021; 25:65-71. [PMID: 34187140 PMCID: PMC8272996 DOI: 10.4235/agmr.21.0063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2021] [Accepted: 06/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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South Korea became an aged society in 2017 and is predicted to become a super-aged society by 2025. Therefore, knowing the trends among older adults and identifying the geriatric burden are crucial for both healthcare professionals and policymakers. We previously summarized the general health and socioeconomic profiles of Korean older adults from the 2017 National Survey of Living Conditions and Welfare Needs of Older Koreans. In this update, we briefly summarized the results of the 2020 National Survey of Living Conditions and Welfare Needs of Older Koreans by categorizing them according to their general aging profile, socioeconomic status, lifestyle, and health status. In addition, we reviewed recent updates in the field of frailty and sarcopenia from population-based community cohorts in Korea. We hope this study will serve as a current reference for nationwide statistical data on common clinical and social parameters used in geriatrics and gerontology.
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- Ji Yeon Baek
- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Jung HW, Yoon S, Baek JY, Lee E, Jang IY, Roh H. Comparison of Human Interpretation and a Rule-Based Algorithm for Instrumented Sit-to-Stand Test. Ann Geriatr Med Res 2021; 25:86-92. [PMID: 33975418 PMCID: PMC8273000 DOI: 10.4235/agmr.21.0034] [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: 04/01/2021] [Accepted: 04/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The five times sit-to-stand test (5STS) is one of the most commonly used tests to assess the physical performance of lower extremities. This study assessed the correlation between human interpretation (5STShuman) and a rule-based algorithm (5STSrule) using instrumented 5STS with two sensors. METHODS We analyzed clinical records of 148 patients who visited the geriatric outpatient clinic of Asan Medical Center between December 2020 and March 2021 and underwent physical performance assessment using the electronic Short Physical Performance Battery (eSPPB) protocol. For STS, time-weight and time-distance curves were constructed using a loadcell and light detection and ranging (LiDAR). We manually assessed the grids of these curves to calculate 5STShuman, while 5STSrule used an empirical rule-based algorithm. RESULTS In the study population, the mean 5STShuman and 5STSrule times, i.e., 12.2±0.4 and 11.4±0.4 seconds, respectively, did not differ significantly (p=0.232). Linear regression analysis showed that 5STShuman and 5STSrule were positively correlated (β=0.99, R2=0.99). The measures also did not differ (p=0.381) in classifying sarcopenia according to the Asian Working Group Society criteria, with C-indices of 0.826 for 5STShuman and 0.820 for 5STSrule. CONCLUSION An empirical rule-based algorithm correlated with human-interpreted 5STS and had comparable classification ability for sarcopenia.
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- Hee-Won Jung
- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Dyphi Research Institute, Dyphi Inc., Daejeon, Korea
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Dyphi Research Institute, Dyphi Inc., Daejeon, Korea
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Jung HW, Choi IY, Shin DW, Han K, Yoo JE, Chun S, Yi Y. Association between physical performance and incidence of end-stage renal disease in older adults: a national wide cohort study. BMC Nephrol 2021; 22:85. [PMID: 33691641 PMCID: PMC7945335 DOI: 10.1186/s12882-021-02291-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2020] [Accepted: 03/02/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Background Physical frailty has previously been associated with adverse clinical outcomes in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD). This study aimed to determine whether impaired physical performance at baseline is associated with the incidence of ESRD, using a nationwide database. Methods The timed up-and-go (TUG) test was used to assess physical frailty in 1,552,781 66-year-old individuals, using health examination database records from the Korean National Health Insurance Service. As a primary endpoint, incident ESRD was defined operationally using healthcare claims data from the Korean Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service. Results Our results showed that baseline kidney function was significantly worse in individuals with TUG results of > 10 s compared to individuals with an intact TUG performance (≤10 s). Kaplan-Meier analysis showed a stepwise dose-response relationship between baseline physical performance and the incidence rate of ESRD (log-rank test P-value of < 0.001). An increasing ESRD incidence rate trend with poor physical performance remained significant after adjusting for characteristics such as baseline glomerular filtration rate and proteinuria. Conclusion Poor baseline physical performance was associated with an increased risk of ESRD, suggesting possible interactions between systemic frailty and vascular aging processes.
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- Hee-Won Jung
- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Total Healthcare Center, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, B1, Samsung Main B/D, 67, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul, 04514, South Korea
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- Total Healthcare Center, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, B1, Samsung Main B/D, 67, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul, 04514, South Korea. .,Department of Digital Health, SAIHST, Sungkyunkwan University, 81 Irwon-Ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, 06351, South Korea.
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- Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science, Soongsil University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Family Medicine, Healthcare system Gangnam Center, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, South Korea
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- International Healthcare Center, Samsung Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea
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- Division of Nephrology, Dankook University Hospital, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea
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