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Functional Outcomes of Prosthetic Rehabilitation in Older Adults With Tooth Loss: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

open access: yesGerodontology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives To assess the effect of prosthodontic treatment and management on oral function and oral‐health‐related patient reported outcome measures (PROMs) in older adults with tooth loss. Methods A systematic search of four databases identified clinical studies (≥ 10 participants) reporting functional or PROM outcomes in partially or fully ...
Pedro Molinero‐Mourelle   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Effects of Stroke on Oral Function and Oral Health: A Qualitative Study

open access: yesGerodontology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction Stroke is the leading cause of adult disability in Aotearoa New Zealand, often resulting in a range of physical and cognitive impairments. The impacts of stroke on oral function and oral health are not well understood from the survivors' perspective, yet the latter are crucial for overall wellbeing. This qualitative study explored
Esther Cheong   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Perspectives on Future Assisted Oral Care Among Community‐Dwelling Older Adults Receiving Municipal Home Care: A Qualitative Study

open access: yesGerodontology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective To explore community‐dwelling older adults' expectations and perceptions of future needs and requests concerning assisted oral care from healthcare professionals in event of greater need for care. Background Older adults with care needs often require support with oral care from care professionals, yet cognitive impairments may hinder
Isabelle Johansson   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Risk Factors for Falls in Patients on Hemodialysis: A 12‐Month Prospective Study

open access: yesHemodialysis International, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Patients on hemodialysis have comorbidities and malnutrition and are subject to polypharmacy, which contributes to disability and sarcopenia. These conditions increase the risk of falls and are associated with fractures, morbidities, substantial costs, nursing home admissions, hospitalization, and mortality.
Luciana Angélica da Silva de Jesus   +10 more
wiley   +1 more source

Bioelectrical Impedance in Pediatric Dialysis: Clinical Applications, Limitations, and Opportunities

open access: yesHemodialysis International, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Optimizing fluid and nutritional management is a cornerstone of care for children with end‐stage kidney disease on dialysis. Inaccurate assessment of hydration status contributes to hypertension, fluid overload, and increased cardiovascular risk, while masking important changes in muscle and fat compartments that affect growth and ...
Marisa Juarez‐Calderon   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Mental Health Disorders in End‐Stage Kidney Disease: A Narrative Review of Clinical Considerations for Integrated Management

open access: yesHemodialysis International, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction End stage kidney disease (ESKD) is associated with a high prevalence of depression and anxiety, arising from both biological factors and the psychosocial burden of chronic dialysis care. Approximately 25%–30% of dialysis patients experience clinically significant depressive symptoms when assessed by structured clinical interview ...
Kunal Malhotra   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Multiple External Invasive Root Resorption and Calcification in Systemic Sclerosis—Case Report

open access: yesInternational Endodontic Journal, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim There are few reports in the literature of multiple external invasive root resorption (EIRR) lesions in patients with systemic sclerosis (SSc), and an association between root resorption and SSc is not well established. We report the only case that comprehensively illustrates—with the combination of histopathology, cone beam computed ...
Jee‐Yun Leung   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Bone health in adults with non‐ambulatory neuromuscular disorders: scoping review of risk factors, diagnosis and management

open access: yesInternal Medicine Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Non‐ambulatory adults have an increased risk of osteoporosis and fractures due to reduced weight‐bearing and diminished neuromuscular stimulation, resulting in substantial morbidity and mortality. Aims This scoping review aimed to systematically evaluate risk factors, diagnostic indicators and management strategies for optimising ...
Thomas Bailey   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Moral Distress Among Family Caregivers: A Concept Analysis

open access: yesJournal of Advanced Nursing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim To examine and define the concept of moral distress among family caregivers by identifying its key attributes, antecedents and consequences. Design Concept analysis. Methods This study was guided by Walker and Avant's concept analysis framework.
Tharaa Ananzeh   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Care Needs for Patients Screened Positive for Cognitive Impairment and Delirium: A Cross‐Sectional Observational Study

open access: yesJournal of Advanced Nursing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim To describe the point prevalence of cognitive impairment in hospitalised adults and evaluate the association with care needs and perceived risks of complications. Design Multi‐site cross‐sectional study on a single day in May 2023. Methods Trained clinician auditors screened adult inpatients in acute medical, surgical, oncology, geriatric,
Alison M. Mudge   +15 more
wiley   +1 more source

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