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The Egyptian Journal of Geriatrics and Gerontology
ISSN 2536-9792 · Ain Shams University, Faculty of Medicine, Geriatrics and Gerontology Department · 177 articles in the index
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Multimorbidity and Cognitive Decline in Visually Impaired Egyptian Older Adults: A Case-Control Study.
The coexistence of visual impairment (VI) and cognitive decline in elderly individuals presents a significant public health challenge, yet the role of medical comorbidities in this relationship remains underexplored. This study investigated the association between multiple comorbidities and…
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The severity of delirium in a sample of elderly patients receiving palliative care in Egypt
Background: Delirium is a complex multifactorial clinical disorder that frequently affects elderly and is prevalent in clinical settings. Though, it is a common and challenging problem for elderly patients and clinicians in palliative care settings.Objective: The study goal is to detect the…
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Physical and cognitive performance in older adults with fatigue: Comparing subjective and objective measurements..
AbstractBackground:Fatigue is common among older adults and is associated with reduced functional capacity, impaired cognitive performance, and decreased quality of life. Its assessment remains challenging due to reliance on subjective tools that may not reflect objective impairment.Objectives:To…
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Depressive symptoms, physical performance, and self-reported fatigue in community-dwelling older women: A case-control study
Introduction: Fatigue is a prevalent but underrecognized symptom in older women, frequently coexisting with depressive symptoms and mobility decline. The extent to which self-reported fatigue aligns with objective physical performance deficits and mood disturbances in community-dwelling…
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Factors affecting Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 Item Score among Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A cross-sectional study.
Abstract:IntroductionDespite the high prevalence of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) among older adults, it often goes undetected. The seven-item generalized anxiety disorder scale (GAD-7) showed good validity in assessing the severity of GAD symptoms in older adults worldwide.Aim of studyTo…
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Association of living arrangement with functional, cognitive, psychological, and nutritional status in Egyptian older adults; A cross sectional study
Abstract:Background: The prevalence of living alone among seniors is rising globally. Seniors living alone have a higher risk of developing functional and cognitive impairment, according to some publications. Some studies demonstrated higher rates of cognitive impairment, depression, and…
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Relation of Body Mass Index and Function Performance in Elderly Females
Background: Aging is associated with a decline in skeletal muscle mass and an increase in body fat, contributing to sarcopenia, frailty, and functional dependency. Body mass index (BMI) is commonly used to assess nutritional status, but it does not distinguish between fat and lean mass.Objectives…
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Hemoglobin decline is correlated with severity of illness scores in Critically Ill Elderly Patients.
Background: In critically ill elderly, anemia is frequent and clinically significant, resulting from multiple factors, associated with increased mortality and hospitalization, with ICU management mainly for severe forms while mild and moderate anemia remain underestimated despite its prevalence and…
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Prioritizing Deprescribing in Multimorbid Older Adults: A Structured Clinical Approach Integrating Time-to-Benefit, Therapeutic Competition, and Patient Goals
Multimorbidity and polypharmacy are highly prevalent among older adults and are consistently associated with adverse drug events, functional decline, hospitalization, and increased healthcare utilization. Although deprescribing is increasingly recommended to optimize medication regimens in…
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Association between muscle thickness and outcomes in critically ill elderly female patients a prospective cohort study
Background: According to the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics elderly individuals represented 6.7% of Egypt’s population in 2021—approximately 6.8 million people. This proportion is projected to rise to 17.9% by 2052. Sex-based differences in skeletal muscle mass are well…
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.....The Relation between Multimorbidity in Elderly Patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment...
ABSTRACT:Background: A common condition among the elderly is mild cognitive impairment (MCI), which is a stage in between normal aging and dementia. There is little data to support the link between MCI and the existence of certain chronic illnesses in older persons, despite the condition's high…
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Relationship Between Smoking Status and Cognitive Function in a Group of Older Egyptians
Background: Current evidence regarding the complex relationship between cigarette smoking and accelerated cognitive decline remains inconsistent. Clarifying this critical link is essential for identifying modifiable lifestyle risk factors to inform prevention strategies for Mild Cognitive…
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Association between muscle mass and outcomes in critically ill elderly male patients a prospective observational cohort study
Background and Aims: Muscle wasting is a well-Known complication of critical illness. The elderly population is particularly vulnerable to accelerated muscle wasting especially in the presence of age related muscle changes. Males generally are stronger physically than females with greater muscle…
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Risk factors for Depression among elderly Patients with Cancer receiving palliative care in Ain Shams University Hospitals
Background: Depression is a common yet often under-recognized complication in palliative care settings, particularly among patients with advanced illness. Depression in geriatric patients warrants special attention due to unique vulnerabilities of older adults. Aim: to assess the risk factors for…
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Normative Data for the Reading the Mind in the Eyes Test in an Educated Adult Egyptian Sample Across the Lifespan
Background: Theory of Mind (ToM), a critical aspect of social cognition, enables individuals to infer others' emotions, beliefs, and intentions. The Reading the Mind in the Eyes Test (RMET) is a widely used tool for assessing ToM, particularly affective components. Despite its utility, challenges…
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Validity and Reliability of Arabic version of the Delirium Rating Scale in Elderly Palliative Patients.
Background Delirium implies a change in the mental state involving attention. The use of delirium screening tools in palliative care populations is very important. The Delirium Rating Scale-Revised-98 (DRS-R-98), which has been translated into other languages, has previously been proven to be a…
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Prevalence and Clinical Characteristics of Muscle Wasting Diseases in Elderly Cancer Patients: A Cross-sectional Analysis
Abstract:IntroductionMuscle wasting diseases (MWDs), including malnutrition, sarcopenia, and cachexia, are frequent but often underrecognized in older adults with cancer. Aim of the studyTo estimate the prevalence and clinical characteristics of muscle wasting diseases among elderly cancer patients…
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Relation between Health-Related Quality of Life and Anxiety in Older Adults
Background: Anxiety is a common yet often under-recognized condition among older adults. It can negatively affect physical, emotional, and social well-being, thereby reducing health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Understanding this relationship is essential for comprehensive care.Aim: To assess…
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Evaluation of Cognition in Mild Cognitive Impairment and Cognitively Intact Group: A Follow-up Study.
Introduction: Assessment of cognition in the elderly is essential. A brain function syndrome called mild cognitive impairment involves the onset and progression of cognitive impairments that go beyond what would be predicted given an individual's age and education level, but are not severe enough…
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Prevalence of Undiagnosed Vertebral Fractures Among Community-Dwelling Older Adults and Their Association With Chronic Back Pain and Clinical Characteristics: A Cross-Sectional Study in Egypt.
Objective: Vertebral fractures are the most prevalent subtype of fragility fractures and are associated with an elevated risk of subsequent fractures and mortality. Their risk varies by population, influenced by lifestyle, healthcare access, and ethnicity. So, this study aimed to determine the…