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, 2011 The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence of common geriatric conditions in a tertiary medical center. We conducted a cross- sectional, hospital-wide survey of 455 inpatients, aged 65 and older, from 24 medical and surgical units of a 2200 ...
Chen, C.C-H.; Yen, C.J.; Dai, Y.T.; Wang, Charlotte.; Huang, G.H +3 more
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Microbiologia Medica, 2010 Introduction: In nature, bacterial cells can exist in two different states: individual (planktonic) cells, or biofilm. In biofilms, bacterial cells are adherent to a surface and contained in an extracellular matrix mainly composed of polysaccharides and ...
Sergio Frugoni +6 more
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, 2021 BACKGROUND Data on prevalence of sarcopenia and its associated parameters in hospitalized geriatric patients are heterogeneous due to various definitions of the disease.
Kiss, Caroline M +3 more
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Comprehensive geriatric assessment for oral care in older adults: a focus group study
BMC GeriatricsBackground An increase in the aging population underscores the need for oral healthcare practice guidelines. Comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA) includes multidimensional evaluation and integrates oral health into overall healthcare.
Nattariya Wongiam +2 more
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Molecular Oncology, EarlyView.Circulating microRNAs as biomarkers of cachexia and sex‐specific cancer in senior dogs. In 25 client‐owned dogs, four circulating miRNAs (miR‐15a, miR‐15b, miR‐16, miR‐140) were downregulated in cachexia, with miR‐16 the strongest individual biomarker (AUC = 0.899).
Soon‐Seok Park +6 more
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Digital fabrication of customized intraoral appliances for head and neck radiotherapy
Heliyon, 2023 Introduction: The radiotherapy received by head and neck cancer patients commonly has adverse effects on oral tissue and the muscles of mastication. This short communication describes the digital fabrication of intraoral appliances for radiotherapy and ...
Anussara Prayongrat +6 more
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Aging and Cancer, EarlyView.This prospective study demonstrates that laparoscopic sphincter‐preserving surgery is feasible for elderly patients. While overall survival reaches 70% at 5 years, advanced T‐stage and the omission of neoadjuvant therapy significantly drive recurrence, highlighting the need for personalized geriatric protocols despite logistical challenges.
Huu Duc Ho +4 more
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Three Years Survival of Elderly Cancer Patients in Indonesia: Do We Need a Different Approach?
Acta Medica Indonesiana, 2020 Background: the number of elderly people in Indonesia is increasing. Additionally, cancer prevalence among older patients is also increasing. However, studies assessing clinical factors associated with the survival of elderly patients with cancer are ...
Noorwati Sutandyo +3 more
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Correlation of RUNX2 Variants With Craniofacial–Dental Phenotypes in Cleidocranial Dysplasia
Clinical and Experimental Dental ResearchObjectives Cleidocranial dysplasia (CCD) is a rare RUNX2‐related skeletal disorder characterized by craniofacial anomalies and skeletal Class III malocclusion.
Pintu‐on Chantarawaratit +3 more
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Human Lingual Biofilm Signatures in Gastrointestinal Disease: A Scoping Review
International Dental Journal: Introduction and aims: The tongue dorsum represents a structurally complex oral biofilm niche that has traditionally been regarded as indicative of systemic health.
Kausar Sadia Fakhruddin +8 more
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