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Volume 7,Issue 1

Open Access Original Research

Integration between Geriatric Oncology and Palliative Care: A Single Center Experience for Hospitalized Older Patients with Cancer

Wanda Liguigli ,

Rita Cengarle ,

Anita Rimanti ,

Giovanna Catania ,

Laura Faglioni ,

Simone Voltolini ,

Carla Rabbi ,

Roberto Barbieri ,

Ilenia Zanardi Di Pietro ,

Beatrice Vivorio ,

Patrizia Morselli ,

Chiara Iridile ,

Laura Rigotti and

Maurizio Cantore

Received: 26 October 2022; Published: 27 March 2023; doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2301230

Abstract

Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) is utilized to plan social and health care of the elderly and to complete the diagnostic-therapeutic choice of oncologist also considering early integration with palliative care. Cancer patients (pts) hospitalized aged ≥70 years were screened by the G8 questionnaire to define if necessary CGA. CGA identified: fit, unfit and frail pts. We screened 95 pts by G8 and 93 (98%) were at risk. Pts at risk, evaluated by CGA resulted: 3 fit, 45 unfit and 45 frail. [...]

Open Access Interview

An Interview with Dr. Terry Fulmer

OBM Geriatrics Editorial Office

Received: 15 March 2023; Published: 23 March 2023; doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2301229

Abstract

InterviewAn Interview with Dr. Terry FulmerOBM Geriatrics Editorial OfficeLIDSEN Publishing Inc., 2000 Auburn Drive, One Chagrin Highlands, Suite 200, Beachwood, OH, USA; E-Mail: geriatrics@lidsen.com [...]

Open Access Short Communication

Evolution of Psychosomatic Diagnosis: From Masked Depression to Somatic Symptoms and Related Disorders

Vincenzo Prisco ,

Bernadette Donnarumma and

Lorenzo Prisco

Received: 02 December 2022; Published: 22 March 2023; doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2301228

Abstract

This paper discusses the history and the concept of somatization from masked depression to somatic symptoms and related disorders in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). Evaluating the evolution of these terms and concepts along the time course is very interesting. DSM 5 revision was intended to increase the relevance of these concepts in the primary care setting. “Masked depression” is a form of depression in which somatic symptoms or behavioral disturbances dominate [...]

Open Access Perspective

The Opportunity for Quality Malnutrition Care to Improve Rural Health Outcomes and Health Equity for Older Americans

Suzanne Fleming ,

Mary Beth Arensberg ,

Kirk Kerr and

Robert Blancato

Received: 22 November 2022; Published: 10 March 2023; doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2301227

Abstract

Older adults have a heightened risk of malnutrition that occurs with age. Many factors can increase their risk for malnutrition, including factors associated with disease, function, social and mental health, and hunger and food insecurity. Risk for malnutrition is also linked to disparities and may disproportionately impact people living in rural areas. This Perspective paper outlines the issue of malnutrition and its impact on health outcomes and health disparities as well as summarizes existin [...]

Open Access Review

Do Antioxidants Extend Longevity in Invertebrate and Vertebrate Animals?

Sami Badwan ,

Elizabeth Bailey and

James M. Harper

Received: 09 November 2022; Published: 07 March 2023; doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2301226

Abstract

In the 1950’s Denham Harman proposed the Free Radical Theory of Aging whereby species lifespan and individual longevities are the consequence of free radical driven damage to biomolecules. This led to decades of research to ascertain the effect of altered antioxidant defense systems on aging and mortality in an array of species using reverse genetics and dietary manipulation. Within invertebrates, the data generally support the Free Radical Theory in that overexpression of antioxidant enzymes or [...]

Open Access Editorial

Ageing: Longevity, Successful and Positive

David G Smithard

Received: 24 December 2022; Published: 07 March 2023; doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2301225

Abstract

Ageing: Longevity, Successful and Positive

Open Access Review

Review of the Nutritional Status in Older Adult Population

Jose Antonio Latorre ,

Cristobal Abellan ,

Alejandro Lopez-Moro ,

Nuria Gimenez-Blasi ,

Javier Conde-Pipo and

Miguel Mariscal-Arcas

Received: 07 November 2022; Published: 27 February 2023; doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2301224

Abstract

The leading causes of death in older adults involve nutritional risk factors, heart disease, cancer, stroke and diabetes. Prevalence of lifestyle diseases, older adults consider themselves in good, very good or excellent health. Older adults want to remain independent and not burden others; they believe proper nutrition and sufficient exercise will help them maintain their autonomy and independence. To describe the diet, nutrition and general health status of the older a [...]

Open Access Review

The Relationship between Rem Sleep Behaviour Disorder and Parkinson’s Disease Revisited – Are They One and the Same?

Roy G Beran

Received: 30 November 2022; Published: 13 February 2023; doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2301223

Abstract

This paper reviews the relationship between RBD and PD and the pathophysiology. Most RBD patients develop PD within 14 years. PD pathophysiology is α-synucleinopathy with dopamine degeneration in nigrostriatal pathways. RBD pathology is poorly understood. Anomalies suggest RBD and PD are different, evidenced by smoking. RBD and PD are associated with glucocerebrosidase gene mutations (GBA gene), suggesting RDB with GBA gene mutation predicts PD. PET imaging, assessing ve [...]

Open Access Original Research

Improving Confidence in Dementia Care by Helping Care Staff Articulate Skills They Already Possess: The Value of the Communication and Interaction Training (CAIT) Programme

Katharina Reichelt ,

Ewan James ,

Daniel Thompson and

Shaun Tanney

Received: 14 August 2022; Published: 18 January 2023; doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2301222

Abstract

This article discusses the findings from a training programme called ‘Communication and Interaction Training’ (CAIT). CAIT was designed to improve the confidence of carers in their use of communication skills with people living with dementia, particularly when managing behavioural agitation. This pre/post assessment study employed a mixed design, and showed positive effects in terms of quantitative and qualitative features. The participants were mainly from a specialist team who were experienced [...]

Open Access Editorial

Acknowledgement to Reviewers of OBM Geriatrics in 2022

OBM Geriatrics Editorial Office

Received: 04 January 2023; Published: 04 January 2023; doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2301221

Abstract

The editors of OBM Geriatrics would like to express their sincere gratitude to the following reviewers for assessing manuscripts in 2022. We greatly appreciate the contribution of expert reviewers, which is crucial to the journal’s editorial process. We aim to recognize reviewer contributions through several mechanisms, of which the annual publication of reviewer names is one. Reviewers receive a voucher entitling them to a discount on their next LIDSEN publication and can d [...]

Open Access Original Research

Brain Imaging Studies Using Deep Neural Networks in the Detection of Alzheimer's Disease

Gopi Battineni ,

Mohammad Amran Hossain ,

Nalini Chintalapudi ,

Giulio Nittari ,

Ciro Ruocco ,

Enea Traini and

Francesco Amenta

Received: 29 June 2022; Published: 03 January 2023; doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2301220

Abstract

The increasing incidence of adult-onset dementia disorders and primarily Alzheimer’s disease (AD) among the aging population around the world is increasing the social and economic burden on society and healthcare systems. This paper presents three neural networking algorithms: MobileNet, Artificial Neural Networks (ANN), and DenseNet for AD classification based on MRI imaging data. The results of each model were compared in terms of performance metrics such as accuracy, true positive [...]

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