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Medicine, General & Internal
Agnieszka Krolikowska, Karolina Filipska-Blejder, Renata Jablonska, Beata Haor, Anna Antczak-Komoterska, Monika Biercewicz, Lech Grzelak, Marek Harat, Robert Slusarz
Summary: The aim of this study was to evaluate the quality of life after surgical treatment of brain tumors. The results showed that the greatest reduction in quality of life after surgery was observed in patients with low-grade glial tumors and extracerebral tumors, while after 30 days, there was an improvement in quality of life for all patients. The histopathological diagnosis of different tumor types had an impact on patients' quality of life.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
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Oncology
Lisa Ljungman, Tiina Remes, Elisabeth Westin, Alina Huittinen, Tuula Lonnqvist, Kirsti Sirkia, Heikki Rantala, Marja Ojaniemi, Marika Harila, Paivi Lahteenmaki, Pekka Arikoski, Anna Wikman, Arja Harila-Saari
Summary: This study investigated the health-related quality of life (HRQL) and predictors of survivors of childhood brain tumors. The results showed that male survivors had lower HRQL and depressive symptoms had a significant impact on HRQL.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2022)
Review
Oncology
Milena Pertz, Uwe Schlegel, Patrizia Thoma
Summary: Research has shown that sociocognitive functioning is closely related to quality of life and treatment outcomes in brain tumor patients. As neuro-oncological treatment becomes more effective, the preservation and improvement of quality of life have become important goals. However, sociocognitive functioning has been relatively neglected in previous research. This article reviews the literature on psychosocial burden and sociocognitive functioning in adult brain tumor patients.
Review
Oncology
Edgar Petrosyan, Jawad Fares, Alex Cordero, Aida Rashidi, Victor A. Arrieta, Deepak Kanojia, Maciej S. Lesniak
Summary: Malignant brain tumors, such as glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) and brain metastases, pose a major medical challenge due to the blood-brain barrier (BBB) preventing the effectiveness of most treatment options. This study explores the potential of repurposing BBB-permeable antidepressants as a promising option for treating brain tumors. The research provides an overview of FDA-approved antidepressants and their cytotoxic activities in different tumor models, with a focus on the role of autophagy dysregulation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2022)
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Medicine, Research & Experimental
Christine E. Brown, Samantha Bucktrout, Lisa H. Butterfield, Olga Futer, Evanthia Galanis, Adilia Hormigo, Michael Lim, Hideho Okada, Robert Prins, Sara Siebel Marr, Kirk Tanner
Summary: Research and clinical trials on utilizing the immune system to fight brain tumors with specificity and memory have been ongoing for many years. Although progress has been made, obstacles such as the lack of representative animal models and efficient biopsy methods still exist.
JOURNAL OF TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jing Lv, Haining Peng, Tengbo Yu, Xiaohong Huang
Summary: This study aims to explore the causality between mindfulness practices and inflammaging responses through a meta-analysis and systematic review. Data will be collected from relevant observational studies and analyzed using various methods. The effectiveness of mindfulness-based interventions on inflammaging will be evaluated, and a narrative review will provide a deeper understanding of the primary outcomes.
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Rehabilitation
Lorena Bellido-Fernandez, Jose-Jesus Jimenez-Rejano, Raquel Chillon-Martinez, Almudena Lorenzo-Munoz, Elena Pinero-Pinto, Manuel Rebollo-Salas
Summary: This study aimed to compare the effects of massage therapy and abdominal hypopressive gymnastics on patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain, finding that the combination of both procedures had better results in pain relief, lumbar mobility, disability, and quality of life.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Helen Hall, Niki Munk, Bethany Carr, Sarah Fogarty, Robyn Cant, Sara Holton, Carolina Weller, Romy Lauche
Summary: The study assessed the feasibility and acceptability of a partner-delivered relaxation massage program for pregnant women and its impact on symptoms of antenatal anxiety, stress, and depression. Results showed that the massage program was feasible and acceptable, and it effectively reduced women's symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress with no significant differences between the intervention and control groups. Further research with a larger sample size is needed to determine the effectiveness of partner-delivered relaxation massage in reducing pregnant women's mental health symptoms.
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Behavioral Sciences
Yaning Wang, Wenlin Chen, Tianrui Yang, Binghao Zhao, Lizhou Zhou, Ziren Kong, Yuekun Wang, Congxin Dai, Yu Wang, Wenbin Ma
Summary: Patients with malignant intracranial tumors experienced a significant decrease in quality of life and daily living ability 7 days after surgery, but recovered by 1 month post-surgery. Patients with left hemisphere lesions showed worse cognitive function and ADL was associated with short-term prognosis.
BRAIN AND BEHAVIOR
(2021)
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Seyda Toprak Celenay, Oguzhan Mete, Abdullah Sari, Derya Ozer Kaya
Summary: This study compared the effects of kinesio taping (KT) and classical massage (CM) in patients with chronic neck pain (CNP) undergoing cervical stabilization exercise (CSE). The results showed that KT + CSE was superior in improving disability and quality of life, while CM + CSE was better in increasing rotation movements.
COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES IN CLINICAL PRACTICE
(2021)
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Oncology
Johan A. F. Koekkoek, Pim B. van der Meer, Andrea Pace, Caroline Hertler, Rebecca Harrison, Heather E. Leeper, Deborah A. Forst, Rakesh Jalali, Kathy Oliver, Jennifer Philip, Martin J. B. Taphoorn, Linda Dirven, Tobias Walbert
Summary: This systematic review provides updated insights on palliative care for adults with malignant brain tumors based on the 2017 EANO guidelines. It highlights the importance of early interventions in defining care goals and reducing symptom burden.
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Environmental Sciences
Stanislaw Krajewski, Magdalena Wojcik, Marek Harat, Jacek Furtak
Summary: Epilepsy is a common consequence of brain tumors, affecting 35 to 75% of cases. Patients with epilepsy in brain tumor cases often report memory issues, with negative impacts on various aspects of their lives such as social, professional, and family functioning. Additionally, epilepsy can significantly affect the ability of patients to drive and engage in daily activities.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
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Geriatrics & Gerontology
Hui-Shan Chan, Hui-Ying Chu, Mei-Fang Chen
Summary: This study investigated the effect of horticultural activities on the quality of life, perceived stress, and working memory of 86 community-dwelling older adults. The results showed that after 8 weeks of horticultural activities, their quality of life, perceived stress, and working memory improved, with the social relationships domain showing the most significant improvement.
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Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Arndt Vogel, Shukui Qin, Masatoshi Kudo, Yun Su, Stacie Hudgens, Tatsuya Yamashita, Jung-Hwan Yoon, Laetitia Fartoux, Krzysztof Simon, Carlos Lopez, Max Sung, Kalgi Mody, Tatsuroh Ohtsuka, Toshiyuki Tamai, Lee Bennett, Genevieve Meier, Valery Breder
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the impact of lenvatinib versus sorafenib on health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in patients with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma. The findings showed that lenvatinib group had generally favorable changes in most HRQOL scales compared to sorafenib group. Patients treated with lenvatinib experienced significant delays in deterioration in specific domains.
LANCET GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY
(2021)
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Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Pei Wang, Jinyu Liu, Lili Wang, Huifang Ma, Xingyan Mei, Aihua Zhang
Summary: This study explores the effects of brain-computer interface training combined with mindfulness therapy on hemiplegic patients with stroke. The results demonstrate significant improvements in limb motor function, mindful attention awareness, activities of daily living, sleep quality, and quality of life in the intervention group compared to the control group.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)