Editorial Material
Hematology
Sylvie D. Freeman, Peter Valk
Summary: In this study, the authors found that molecular persistence in remission does not predict posttransplant outcomes after adjusting for specific baseline molecular and clinical variables in older adults with AML.
Review
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Andrew H. Lutz, Daniel E. Forman
Summary: Cardiac Rehabilitation (CR) is a comprehensive program for managing cardiovascular diseases in older adults, using exercise training, behavior modification, education, and counseling. Despite the increasing prevalence of age-related cardiovascular diseases and their negative impact on exercise capacity and quality of life, CR remains underutilized. Innovative approaches, such as home-based and hybrid CR programs, show promise in reaching more patients.
PROGRESS IN CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Caitlin Mcarthur, Gabriella Duhaime, David Gonzalez, Nanna Notthoff, Olga Theou, Scott Kehler, Adria Quigley
Summary: By surveying researchers, clinicians, and older adults, this study provides insights into the current methods of measuring exercise adherence and suggests improvements for future measures. The results show that diaries and calendars are commonly used by older adults to track adherence, while most older adults do not measure adherence. Future measures should include comprehensive tracking of exercise intensity and quality.
Review
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Zachary A. Marcum, Shangqing Jiang, Jennifer L. Bacci, Todd M. Ruppar
Summary: This meta-analysis found a significant improvement in medication adherence among older adults receiving pharmacist-led interventions. Implementation of pharmacist-led interventions supported by Medicare reimbursement could ensure older adults' access to effective medication adherence support.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN GERIATRICS SOCIETY
(2021)
Article
Gerontology
Mary Katherine Huffman, Steve Amireault
Summary: This article investigates beliefs related to physical activity maintenance among adults aged 60 years or older, identifying key factors such as perceived physical and emotional benefits, scheduling, and social support. The findings raise new hypotheses for future research and provide insight into behavioral change strategies for promoting physical activity maintenance in older adults.
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Zhe He, Shubo Tian, Ankita Singh, Shayok Chakraborty, Shenghao Zhang, Mia Liza A. Lustria, Neil Charness, Nelson A. Roque, Erin R. Harrell, Walter R. Boot
Summary: This study used machine learning models to analyze factors influencing adherence to cognitive training and built predictive models. The study found that general self-efficacy, objective memory measures, and technology self-efficacy predicted overall adherence, while training time, number of sessions played, and game outcomes predicted next week's adherence.
INFORMATION PROCESSING & MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
C. Chesnel, C. Hentzen, R. Haddad, A. Charlanes, F. Le Breton, N. Turmel, G. Amarenco
Summary: This study aimed to assess the adherence and predictive factors for adherence to transanal irrigation in older adults. The results showed that adherence to transanal irrigation during the first year in older adults remains close to that in the adult general population, and no predictive factor for adherence was identified.
TECHNIQUES IN COLOPROCTOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Deirdre M. O'Shea, Jennifer D. Davis, Geoffrey Tremont
Summary: This study found that memory is associated with adherence to COVID-19 protective behaviors in older adults, with a 47% and 69% increase in adherence for every unit increase in immediate and delayed recall, respectively. However, working memory was not associated with adherence to protective behaviors.
AGING CLINICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Tara O'Brien, Alai Tan, Karen Rose, Brian Focht, Reem Daloul
Summary: This study found that older kidney transplant recipients had a high adherence rate to wearing the activity tracker during the maintenance period, with 96.5% in the intervention group. The intervention group also showed improvements in blood pressure at 12 months. However, there was an overall decrease in average daily steps in both groups, suggesting the need for additional boosters during the maintenance period to encourage physical activity.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Ankita Singh, Shayok Chakraborty, Zhe He, Shubo Tian, Shenghao Zhang, Mia Liza A. Lustria, Neil Charness, Nelson A. A. Roque, Erin R. R. Harrell, Walter R. R. Boot
Summary: As the population ages, the number of older adults with cognitive impairment and dementia will increase dramatically. Researchers have developed deep learning models to predict older adults' adherence to cognitive training programs, providing personalized support and intervention to prevent or reverse cognitive decline.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Computer Science, Information Systems
Ana Raquel Costa-Brito, Antonio Bovolini, Maria Rua-Alonso, Claudia Vaz, Juan Francisco Ortega-Moran, J. Blas Pagador, Carolina Vila-Cha
Summary: This scoping review investigates the use of home-based technological tools to improve physical function in older adults. The majority of studies suggest high levels of technology usage and positive health outcomes. However, the lack of international consensus on technology usage measures and the exclusion of older adults without technology ownership or experience may limit the findings.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INFORMATICS
(2024)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Elsa Dent, Olivia R. L. Wright, Jean Woo, Emiel O. Hoogendijk
Summary: Malnutrition is common in older adults and has negative impacts on health, society, and aged-care systems. Due to age-related decline, limited access to nutritious food, and comorbidity, older adults are at greater risk of malnutrition. Clinical guidelines recommend routine screening and individualized nutritional support, but these recommendations are often not followed in practice.
Article
Gerontology
Michael Dieciuc, Shenghao Zhang, Nicholas Gray, Mia Liza A. Lustria, Dawn C. Carr, Neil Charness, Walter R. Boot
Summary: This study explored factors that increase adherence to mobile cognitive assessment and training apps among older adults. Three themes related to adherence were identified: switches of engagement, dials of engagement, and bracers of engagement. Older adults were more sensitive to opportunity costs, preferred cooperative interactions, and were more likely to mention technology barriers.
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Fatemeh Emadi, Arash Ghanbarzadegan, Sulmaz Ghahramani, Peivand Bastani, Melissa T. Baysari
Summary: This study identified factors influencing medication adherence in older adults using tele-pharmacy services, categorized into technology and user related factors. It is recommended that industry, policymakers, and stakeholders utilize tele-pharmacy services to improve medication adherence among older adults, with a focus on facilitating communication between patients and healthcare teams, user training, and support for effective technology uptake.
ARCHIVES OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Christine Rogers, Delva Shamley, Seyi Amosun
Summary: Falls are common and life-changing events for older adults globally, but policies addressing ageing issues are poorly implemented in developing countries, leading to inadequate fall prevention initiatives. Research suggests that exercise-based interventions and interactive videogaming (exergames) can improve balance and reduce fall risk in older adults, although adherence among participants needs improvement.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Vivi A. Ding, Ziwen Zhu, Timothy A. Steele, Mark R. Wakefield, Huaping Xiao, Dean Balabanov, Yujiang Fang
Article
Oncology
Kristoffer T. Davidson, Ziwen Zhu, Qian Bai, Huaping Xiao, Mark R. Wakefield, Yujiang Fang
PATHOLOGY & ONCOLOGY RESEARCH
(2019)
Article
Oncology
Andrew C. Schroeder, Huaping Xiao, Ziwen Zhu, Qing Li, Qian Bai, Mark R. Wakefield, Jeffrey D. Mann, Yujiang Fang
PATHOLOGY & ONCOLOGY RESEARCH
(2019)
Article
Oncology
Alicia A. Manning, Lei Zhao, Ziwen Zhu, Huaping Xiao, Chase G. Redington, Vivi A. Ding, Theodore Stewart-Hester, Qian Bai, Jacob Dunlap, Mark R. Wakefield, Yujiang Fang
Article
Oncology
Xiaoqing Liu, Dwayne M. Hansen, Noah J. Timko, Ziwen Zhu, Andrew Ames, Chenglu Qin, Michael B. Nicholl, Qian Bai, Xuhui Chen, Mark R. Wakefield, Gage West, Yujiang Fang
Review
Oncology
Jacob E. Lee, Ziwen Zhu, Qian Bai, Tucker J. Brady, Huaping Xiao, Mark R. Wakefield, Yujiang Fang
PATHOLOGY & ONCOLOGY RESEARCH
(2020)
Article
Surgery
Cynthia L. Russell, Donna Hathaway, Laura M. Remy, Dana Aholt, Debra Clark, Courtney Miller, Catherine Ashbaugh, Mark Wakefield, Sangbeak Ye, Vincent S. Staggs, Rebecca J. Ellis, Kathy Goggin
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF TRANSPLANTATION
(2020)
Review
Oncology
Alexander J. Chang, Lei Zhao, Ziwen Zhu, Kyle Boulanger, Huaping Xiao, Mark R. Wakefield, Qian Bai, Yujiang Fang
ANTICANCER RESEARCH
(2019)
Article
Oncology
Dean Balabanov, Lei Zhao, Ziwen Zhu, Zachary E. Hunzeker, Hannah M. Tonner, Vivi A. Ding, Mark R. Wakefield, Qian Bai, Yujiang Fang
ANTICANCER RESEARCH
(2019)
Article
Oncology
Ziwen Zhu, Pooja Parikh, Hongyun Zhao, Nathan T. Givens, Damien B. Beck, Conner M. Willson, Qian Bai, Mark R. Wakefield, Yujiang Fang
Summary: Tumor metabolism has emerged as a prominent research area, leading to new opportunities in metabolism-based cancer therapy. Intratumoral heterogeneity in tumors results in complex energy metabolism phenotypes in tumor cells, with metabolic reprogramming during tumor progression.
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Jaeson D. D. Chin, Lei Zhao, Trenton G. G. Mayberry, Braydon C. C. Cowan, Mark R. R. Wakefield, Yujiang Fang
Summary: Chronic wounds, a prevalent medical problem, pose challenges to healthcare systems worldwide. Infections in these wounds hinder healing and complicate clinical management. The rise of antibiotic-resistant strains highlights the need for alternative treatments. This review summarizes promising research into photodynamic therapy, probiotics, acetic acid, and essential oils as antibiotic-free treatments for Pseudomonas aeruginosa-infected chronic wounds.
Review
Urology & Nephrology
Alexander B. Collins, Lei Zhao, Ziwen Zhu, Nathan T. Givens, Qian Bai, Mark R. Wakefield, Yujiang Fang
Summary: COVID-19 may have an impact on male fertility, with limited evidence of SARS-CoV-2 virus detection in the testes. Inflammation has been found to cause testicular damage and dysregulation of gonadotropins. Additionally, the rapidly evolving pandemic and updated medical interventions and public policies may lead to delays in fertility care.
Article
Pediatrics
JuliAnne R. Rathbun, Daniel S. Hoernschemeyer, Mark R. Wakefield, Elizabeth A. Malm-Buatsi, Katie S. Murray, Venkataraman Ramachandran
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC SURGERY CASE REPORTS
(2019)
Article
Medical Laboratory Technology
Wanchun Yang, Lei Zhao, Meng Tang, Yinling Jiang, Ziwen Zhu, Tucker J. Brady, Huaping Xiao, Qian Bai, Mark R. Wakefield, Yujiang Fang
CLINICAL LABORATORY
(2020)
Article
Medical Laboratory Technology
Jun Cheng, Lei Zhao, Tianru Shi, Ziwen Zhu, Nelson O. W. Sham, Huaping Xiao, Qian Bai, Mark R. Wakefield, Ying Ye, Yujiang Fang
CLINICAL LABORATORY
(2019)