Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Christiana Kang
Summary: This study explored the longitudinal relationship between depression and cognition in geriatric stroke patients, identifying different trajectories of depression and their impact on post-stroke cognitive abilities. Factors such as pre-stroke cognition, demographics, and depression trajectories were found to be predictive of cognitive outcomes after stroke, emphasizing the need to consider the interplay between depression and cognition in this population.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Ragnhild Munthe-Kaas, Stina Aam, Ingvild Saltvedt, Torgeir Bruun Wyller, Sarah T. Pendlebury, Stian Lydersen, Guri Hagberg, Till Schellhorn, Siri Rostoft, Hege Ihle-Hansen
Summary: This study compared the predictive value of pre-stroke Frailty Index (FI) and modified Rankin Scale (mRS) for post-stroke neurocognitive disorder (NCD). The results showed that FI was a stronger predictor of post-stroke NCD than mRS and could be included in the prediction models for cognitive prognosis post-stroke.
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Feifei Huang, Huijun Wang, Zhihong Wang, Jiguo Zhang, Wenwen Du, Xiaofang Jia, Liusen Wang, Bing Zhang
Summary: The study found that GDS-30 has good reliability and validity in Chinese community-dwelling elderly, regardless of the presence of mild cognitive impairment, making it a good choice as a screening tool for depression.
Article
Neurosciences
Yang Liu, Huiqun Fu, Tianlong Wang
Summary: Perioperative neurocognitive disorders (PNDs) are common complications in elderly patients, characterized by cognitive decline after anesthesia and surgery. Neuroinflammation, particularly in the elderly, has been identified as a major cause, with the activation of glial cells playing a significant role in the inflammatory responses in the central nervous system (CNS). Clinical and preclinical studies have provided evidence from various levels to understand PNDs and their potential therapeutic targets, but further research is needed to investigate the signaling pathways and their relationship with future neurocognitive dysfunction.
CNS NEUROSCIENCE & THERAPEUTICS
(2022)
Article
Neurosciences
Shahbaz Abdullah, Matthew Critchfield, John Maltby, Elizabeta B. Mukaetova-Ladinska
Summary: Cognitive screening tools alone are ineffective in distinguishing cognitive decline secondary to depression, but the GDS-4 shows high accuracy in this regard. Incorporating the GDS-4 into the screening process in primary care could facilitate early identification and treatment of depression in younger individuals, avoiding unnecessary referrals to memory services.
JOURNAL OF ALZHEIMERS DISEASE
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Valeria Guglielmi, Davide Quaranta, Giovanna Masone Iacobucci, Salvatore Citro, Irene Scala, Danilo Genovese, Valerio Brunetti, Camillo Marra, Paolo Calabresi, Giacomo Della Marca
Summary: This study aimed to assess the cognitive impairment within 1 week after mechanical thrombectomy. It was found that some patients experienced cognitive impairment after the procedure, which may lead to worse neurological and functional outcomes.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Cally Xiao, Ioannis M. Pappas, Leon E. Aksman, Sid W. O'Bryant, Arthur Toga, HABS HD Study Team, Alzheimers Dis Neuroimaging Initiat
Summary: This study compared risk factors for mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and Alzheimer's disease (AD) between Hispanic and non-Hispanic white participants, and found that APOE genotype was associated with fewer MCI cases and depression was associated with more AD cases in Hispanic participants.
ALZHEIMERS & DEMENTIA
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Minwoo Lee, Jae-Sung Lim, Yerim Kim, Ju Hun Lee, Chul-Ho Kim, Sang-Hwa Lee, Min Uk Jang, Mi Sun Oh, Byung-Chul Lee, Kyung-Ho Yu
Summary: This study found that low Geriatric Nutritional Risk Index (GNRI) was independently associated with the development of post-stroke cognitive impairment (PSCI) at 3 months after acute ischemic stroke. GNRI scores were specifically associated with global cognition and frontal domain cognitive outcomes.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Ganesh M. Babulal, Yiqi Zhu, Catherine M. Roe, Darrell L. Hudson, Monique M. Williams, Samantha A. Murphy, Jason Doherty, Ann M. Johnson, Jean-Francois Trani
Summary: Baseline differences in depression and antidepressant use were observed among cognitively normal older adults in different ethnoracial groups, and depression was found to independently predict a faster progression to incident cognitive impairment across these groups.
ALZHEIMERS & DEMENTIA
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Emmanuelle Belanger, Eric Jutkowitz, Peter Shewmaker, Courtney H. Van Houtven, James R. Burke, Brenda L. Plassman, Megan Shepherd-Banigan, Elyse Couch, Caroline Mills, Terrie T. Wetle
Summary: This study found that in individuals with cognitive impairment, those without elevated beta-amyloid levels were more likely to be diagnosed with depression. However, there was no significant association between different beta-amyloid levels and the incidence of depressive symptoms or diagnosed depression.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2023)
Editorial Material
Neurosciences
Annabelle Santos Volgman, Erica Engelstein, Neelum T. Aggarwal
Summary: Sex plays a significant role in the risk of cognitive impairment after a stroke. A study found that, after adjusting for age, education, and stroke severity, men had a higher likelihood of screening positive for post-stroke cognitive impairment compared to women.
JOURNAL OF ALZHEIMERS DISEASE
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Tommy Kwan Hin Fong, Teris Cheung, Sze Ting Joanna Ngan, Kelvin Tong, Wai Yan Vivian Lui, Wai Chi Chan, Corine Sau Man Wong, Calvin Pak Wing Cheng
Summary: This study aimed to assess the effectiveness and tolerability of transcranial pulse stimulation (TPS) with neuro-navigation in older adults with mild neurocognitive disorder (NCD). The results showed a significant improvement in cognition of elderly with mild NCD after receiving TPS intervention. This study provides valuable information for the long-term effect of TPS in cognition in older adults.
ANNALS OF CLINICAL AND TRANSLATIONAL NEUROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Neurosciences
Olivier Beauchet, Jacqueline Matskiv, Pierrette Gaudreau, Gilles Allali, Anne-Julie Vaillant-Ciszewicz, Olivier Guerin, Auriane Gros
Summary: This study compared the association of the Fried physical model and the CARE deficit accumulation model with incident major neurocognitive disorders (MNCD). The addition of cognitive impairment to frailty models, particularly the CARE frailty model, increased the predictive value of MNCD.
JOURNAL OF ALZHEIMERS DISEASE
(2023)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Meysam Amidfar, Gholamreza Askari, Yong-Ku Kim
Summary: The discovery of biomarkers and the application of metabolomics can be useful for diagnosing and treating Alzheimer's disease and mild cognitive impairment, while investigating the relationship between nutritional behavior and Alzheimer's disease can provide preventive strategies against cognitive decline and dementia.
PROGRESS IN NEURO-PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY & BIOLOGICAL PSYCHIATRY
(2024)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Till Schellhorn, Eva Birgitte Aamodt, Stian Lydersen, Stina Aam, Torgeir Bruun Wyller, Ingvild Saltvedt, Mona Kristiansen Beyer
Summary: The study identified that WMH pathology, MTA pathology, and left hemispheric stroke were associated with the development of any NCD in the early phase after stroke. Additionally, stroke lesion volume and WMH pathology were found to be significantly associated with the development of major NCD 3 months post-stroke, suggesting their potential as predictive imaging markers for early post-stroke NCD.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Simona Bungau, Tapan Behl, Lotfi Aleya, Pascale Bourgeade, Badr Aloui-Sosse, Anamaria Lavinia Purza, Areha Abid, Alina Dora Samuel
Summary: The article extensively covers the impact of fertilizers on soil microbial and enzymatic activity, highlighting the superiority of complex mineral-organic fertilization. It also discusses the effects of environmental conditions and pollutants on soil biological activity, as well as the potential of nanoparticles in improving fertilization techniques. Numerous researches have been conducted on the long-term effects of nanofertilizers in sustainable agriculture development.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Simona Bungau, Cosmin Mihai Vesa, Areha Abid, Tapan Behl, Delia Mirela Tit, Anamaria Lavinia Purza, Bianca Pasca, Laura Maghiar Todan, Laura Endres
Summary: Withaferin A is identified as the most active phytocompound of Withania somnifera, with therapeutic properties for various diseases. Research focus on its use in dermatological diseases, detailing its mechanism of action and experimental results.
Review
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Andrei Bondar, Amorin Remus Popa, Nikolaos Papanas, Mihaela Popoviciu, Cosmin Mihai Vesa, Monica Sabau, Cristian Daina, Roxana Adriana Stoica, Niki Katsiki, Anca Pantea Stoian
Summary: Diabetic neuropathy is a common complication of diabetes that has severe consequences on all body systems. Good glucose control is key in treating DN, while symptomatic treatment can improve patients' quality of life.
EXPERIMENTAL AND THERAPEUTIC MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Michael Janto, Raluca Iurcov, Cristian Marius Daina, Daniela Carmen Neculoiu, Alina Cristiana Venter, Dana Badau, Adrian Cotovanu, Marcel Negrau, Corina Lacramioara Suteu, Monica Sabau, Lucia Georgeta Daina
Summary: Dental health is often neglected among the elderly population due to comorbidities, such as cardiovascular diseases. However, it has a significant impact on general health and quality of life, affecting both physical and psychological well-being. This review emphasizes the main dental comorbidities in the elderly, their effect on quality of life, barriers to accessing dental care, and strategies for improving dental health.
JOURNAL OF PERSONALIZED MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Social
Stefan Marian, Florin A. Sava, Camelia Dindelegan
Summary: Network analysis was used to identify core symptoms of avoidant personality disorder, with fear of criticism and rejection and certainty of being liked identified as the most central nodes in the networks. The study discussed implications for the conceptualisation of avoidant personality disorder and similarities with other studies focusing on DSM-5 criteria.
PERSONALITY AND INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Cristina Tiu, Elena Oana Terecoasa, Sorin Tuta, Rodica Balasa, Mihaela Simu, Monica Sabau, Adina Stan, Razvan Alexandru Radu, Vlad Tiu, Bogdan Casaru, Anca Negrila, Cristina Panea
Summary: Romania has one of the highest incidences and mortality rates of stroke in Europe, which is associated with low public spending on healthcare. However, significant improvements have been made in acute stroke care in the last 5 years, including an increase in the national thrombolysis rate. Nevertheless, Romania still faces challenges such as a lack of specialists and rehabilitation centers.
EUROPEAN STROKE JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Titus David Moga, Ioana Moga, Monica Sabau, Alina Cristiana Venter, Dana Romanescu, Erika Bimbo-Szuhai, Lavinia Mihaela Costas, Anca Huniadi, Diana Maria Rahota
Summary: This study aims to follow the effects of diet therapy in patients with cachexia/sarcopenia using parameters measured by bioelectrical impedance analyzer (BIA). The results show that high body-fat mass, significant muscle mass loss, and malnutrition are associated with cachexia. Furthermore, obesity is linked to sarcopenic obesity, and decreased fat mass increases the risk of muscle mass loss, leading to cachexia with age.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Carmen Delia Nistor-Cseppento, Titus David Moga, Alexa Florina Bungau, Delia Mirela Tit, Nicoleta Negrut, Bianca Pasca, Calin Florin Bochis, Timea Claudia Ghitea, Anamaria Jurcau, Anamaria Lavinia Purza, Diana Uivarosan
Summary: This study monitored non-pharmacological interventions in managing sarcopenia for patients with recent SARS-CoV-2 history. The results showed that the combination of diet therapy, probiotics, and specific physical training significantly improved muscle mass, hemoglobin levels, and functional status of the patients.
Review
Biology
Manuel Alexandru Gitea, Simona Gabriela Bungau, Daniela Gitea, Bianca Manuela Pasca, Anamaria Lavinia Purza, Andrei-Flavius Radu
Summary: Seeds from grapes are rich in biologically active compounds and can be used as a primary platform for natural extracts, innovative foods, medicines, and cosmetics. This paper focuses on the phytochemical composition, manufacturing processes, and health benefits of various grape seed oils extracted using different methods. However, the results vary across studies due to different factors and measurement units, making the communication of results challenging. The main topics covered are grape seed oil's lipophilic fatty acids, tocopherols, and phytosterols. In addition, affordable, energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly extraction methods should be developed to improve the oil's quality and biological activity for the management of various diseases.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ioana Mariana Has, Bernadette-Emoke Teleky, Katalin Szabo, Elemer Simon, Floricuta Ranga, Zorita Maria Diaconeasa, Anamaria Lavinia Purza, Dan-Cristian Vodnar, Delia Mirela Tit, Maria Nitescu
Summary: This study determined the bioaccessibility and prebiotic potential of the polyphenols in freeze-dried elderberry powder, as well as its antioxidant and antimicrobial activities. The results showed that the most significant phenolic compounds in elderberry are anthocyanins, which have high antioxidant activity. The extract exhibited the highest antimicrobial activity against Staphylococcus aureus, with the lowest minimum inhibitory concentration observed for Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The polyphenols also positively influenced the cell growth of five probiotic strains, with the greatest effect observed at 1.5% concentration on L. casei.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Codrin Dan Nicolae Ilea, Madalina Diana Daina, Alina Cristiana Venter, Corina Lacramioara Suteu, Monica Sabau, Dana Badau, Lucia Georgeta Daina
Summary: The study examined the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the motivation and work interestedness of employees in a Romanian tertiary hospital. Analysis of employee satisfaction questionnaires distributed from 2019 to 2021 showed a relatively constant percentage of motivated employees at around 75%. Different staff categories exhibited variations in work interestedness. The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant effect on motivation and work interestedness for certain staff groups, while others showed insignificant changes.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Michael Janto, Raluca Iurcov, Cristian Marius Daina, Alina Cristiana Venter, Corina Lacramioara Suteu, Monica Sabau, Dana Badau, Lucia Georgeta Daina
Summary: The aim of this study was to evaluate the status of elderly patients with oral pathology and compare two groups of elderly patients based on their regularity of dental checkups. The study analyzed various parameters including the epidemiological profile, chronic diseases, dental hygiene, accessibility and attendance of dental health services, quality of life, and dental clinical diagnosis. Only 25% of the 120 elderly patients included in the study presented regularly for dental checkups. Age, education, and income were found to be factors influencing regular dental visits. Patients with regular checkups had lower drug consumption for dental pain compared to those with irregular checkups. Patients who regularly visited the dentist showed better dental hygiene. A concerning finding was that 10% of patients who did not visit the dentist regularly did not use a toothbrush and toothpaste, and approximately 40% were unaware of the toothpaste they used. Lack of money was cited as the main reason for attending the dentist only when necessary. Difficult access was mentioned by 10% of patients who regularly visited the dentist and came from rural areas. The reasons for visiting the dentist differed between the two groups, with regular checkup patients requesting caries treatment, prosthetic work, or presenting with dental bleeding, while irregular checkup patients primarily requested emergency services. Elderly patients who regularly attended periodic dental checkups had better self-reported and dentist-confirmed oral health status, with 60% of them suffering from periodontal disease and 50% having class I and II edentation.
CLINICS AND PRACTICE
(2023)
Review
Rehabilitation
Titus David Moga, Ioana Moga, Monica Sabau, Carmen Delia Nistor-Cseppento, Diana Carina Iovanovici, Simona Cavalu, Bombonica Gabriela Dogaru
Summary: This article reviews the definition, causes, clinical consequences, and interventions for sarcopenia. It emphasizes the importance of nutrition and exercise, and highlights the need for complex analysis of elderly patients.
BALNEO AND PRM RESEARCH JOURNAL
(2022)
Proceedings Paper
Energy & Fuels
Cornelia Mihaela Novac, Ovidiu Constantin Novac, Raluca Marina Sferle, Mircea Ioan Gordan, Gyongyi Bujdoso, Camelia Maria Dindelegan
Summary: The demand for faster and better applications has increased, leading to the popularity of JavaScript frameworks like Vue.js and React.js. Managers should consider factors like popularity, ease of use, and integration when choosing a framework for their projects.
2021 16TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ENGINEERING OF MODERN ELECTRIC SYSTEMS (EMES)
(2021)
