scholarly journals Impact of Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic on Parkinson's Disease: A Cross‐Sectional Survey of 568 Spanish Patients

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 (10) ◽  
pp. 1712-1716
Author(s):  
Diego Santos‐García ◽  
Mila Oreiro ◽  
Patricia Pérez ◽  
Gemma Fanjul ◽  
Jose Manuel Paz González ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Parkinson’S Disease ◽  
Parkinson's Disease ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional

scholarly journals A Comparison of Pain between Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple System Atrophy: A Clinical Cross-Sectional Survey

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
He-Yang You ◽  
Lei Wu ◽  
Hai-Ting Yang ◽  
Chen Yang ◽  
Xiao-Ling Ding
Keyword(s):  
Parkinson’S Disease ◽  
Parkinson's Disease ◽  
Multiple System Atrophy ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Healthy Controls ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Disease Rating ◽  
Vas Scores

Background. Pain is frequent in Parkinson’s disease (PD) and Parkinson-plus syndrome. This study aimed to assess the prevalence, characteristics, therapy (especially the effect of dopaminergic therapy), and associated symptoms of pain in Parkinson's disease and multiple system atrophy (MSA) patients. Methods. Seventy-one PD patients, sixty-five MSA patients, and forty age-matched healthy controls were enrolled and evaluated by using the German pain questionnaire and visual analogue scale (VAS). In addition, the influence of pain in PD patients on anxiety, depression, and the quality of life was assessed with the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) and Parkinson’s Disease Questionnaire (PDQ-39). Results. Compared to that of the healthy controls, the PD and MSA patients had a significantly higher presence of pain (P<0.01, P<0.01). PD patients had a higher presence of pain than MSA patients (P=0.007). No difference in VAS scores was observed between the PD and MSA patients (P=0.148). A total of 21 PD patients (42.85%) with pain and 13 MSA patients (43.33%) with pain received treatment. A total of 13 PD patients with pain and 6 MSA patients with pain had an improved pain intensity after using dopaminergic medication. The differences in the disease duration, Hoehn and Yahr stages, and scores on the Unified Parkinson’s Disease Rating Scale motor score, HAD-D, HAD-A, and PDQ-39 were significant between the PD patients with and without pain. Conclusion. PD and MSA patients are prone to pain with insufficient treatment. Pain interventions should be provided as soon as possible to improve the patient’s life.

scholarly journals The diagnostic pathway of Parkinson’s disease: a cross-sectional survey study of factors influencing patient dissatisfaction

2017 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Annette O. A. Plouvier ◽  
Tim C. Olde Hartman ◽  
Olga A. de Bont ◽  
Sjoerd Maandag ◽  
Bastiaan R. Bloem ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Parkinson’S Disease ◽  
Parkinson's Disease ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Patient Dissatisfaction ◽  
Diagnostic Pathway ◽  
Factors Influencing

scholarly journals Burden of adult neurological diseases in Odeda Area, Southwest Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. e000062
Author(s):  
Folajimi Morenikeji Otubogun ◽  
Rufus Akinyemi ◽  
Sola Ogunniyi
Keyword(s):  
Parkinson’S Disease ◽  
Parkinson's Disease ◽  
Neurological Disorders ◽  
Neurological Diseases ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Morbidity Rate ◽  
Primary Headaches ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Southwest Nigeria

BackgroundFew population-based studies have been conducted to determine the burden of neurological diseases in sub-Saharan Africa. A better understanding of the magnitude and impact of these disorders is pivotal to effective planning and provision of neurological services.MethodsA cross-sectional survey of 2392 adults in Odeda Local Government Area, Ogun State, Southwest Nigeria was conducted between May and June 2015. Trained non-medical interviewers administered a screening instrument designed to measure the prevalence of neurological diseases and disability, while positive responders were subsequently examined by neurologists. Diagnoses were made clinically according to well-established criteria.ResultsThe mean age of respondents was 37.2±16.1 years. A total of 842 cases of neurological diseases/disability were diagnosed in 815 individuals (26 individuals with more than one disorder). The all-cause neurological morbidity rate was 352 per 1000, while the crude prevalence rates of common neurological disorders were 304.3 per 1000 for primary headaches, 16.3 per 1000 for tropical ataxic neuropathy, 7.11 per 1000 for stroke, 5.85 per 1000 for essential tremor and 4.18 per 1000 for Parkinson’s disease. Neurological years lost due to disability was 2806.18 per 100 000.ConclusionThis study provides evidence of a high neurological disease burden within the communities surveyed, which may be representative of Southwest Nigeria. In comparison with findings from previous studies within the same region, this report suggests a persistence of toxiconutritional disorders and postinfectious neurological sequelae on one hand and increased prevalence of non-communicable neurological disorders such as stroke and Parkinson’s disease.

Prevalence of Parkinson’s disease in China: a multicenter population-based survey

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhengyu Song ◽  
Shuai Liu ◽  
xiyu li ◽  
Meilin Zhang ◽  
Xiaodan Wang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Parkinson’S Disease ◽  
Parkinson's Disease ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Cluster Sampling ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sleep Behavior

ABSTRACT Objective: Few data are available on the current prevalence of Parkinson's disease in China. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of Parkinson's disease in Chinese individuals aged 65 years and older and to analyze associated risk factors. Methods: We performed a population-based cross-sectional survey with a multistage cluster sampling design. Residents aged 65 and over were drawn from 11 urban districts and 10 rural counties across China. Data were entered into spreadsheets, and imported and analyzed using Statistical Package SPSS 24. Results: We identified 151 patients with Parkinson's disease among 8124 residents aged 65 and over, including 75 men (49.67%) and 76 women (50.33%). The overall prevalence of PD in the study population was 1.86% (95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.6%–2.2%), and the standardized prevalence of PD was 1.60%. The crude prevalence in men (2.12%) was higher than in women (1.66%), and standardized prevalence in urban areas (1.98%) was higher than in rural areas (1.48%). Logistic regression analysis showed that independent risk factors for PD were older age, heavy metal or pesticide exposure (odds ratio [OR]=3.83; 95% CI: 2.021–7.256), urban residence (OR=1.307; 95% CI: 1.041–1.642), rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder (OR=1.450; 95% CI: 1.021–2.059), and heart disease (OR=2.431; 95% CI: 1.481–4.990). Conclusion：The prevalence of Parkinson's disease in individuals aged 65 and older in China has not increased significantly in recent years. The prevalence of Parkinson's disease is higher in men than in women and higher in urban areas than in rural areas.

scholarly journals Knowledge and Attitudes of Parkinson’s Disease in Rural and Urban Mukono District, Uganda: A Cross-Sectional, Community-Based Study

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark Kaddumukasa ◽  
Angelina Kakooza ◽  
Martin N. Kaddumukasa ◽  
Edward Ddumba ◽  
Levi Mugenyi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Parkinson’S Disease ◽  
Parkinson's Disease ◽  
Community Response ◽  
The Body ◽  
Systematic Sampling ◽  
Limited Information ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes ◽  
Mukono District

Background. Parkinson’s disease (PD) negatively affects the quality of life. There is limited information on PD published from Africa. Lack of adequate knowledge poses a barrier in the provision of appropriate treatment and care for individuals with PD.Methods. A cross-sectional survey was conducted in urban and rural Mukono district, central Uganda. Through the systematic sampling method, data were gathered from 377 adult participants, interviewed on selected aspects of PD knowledge and attitudes.Results. Of the 377 participants, 47% were from urban settings and 68% (260/377) were women with a median age (IQR) of 34 (26–48) years. Half of the study respondents did not know the body part involved in or apparent cause of PD. Nearly 1/3 of individuals believed that PD is a form of insanity and 17% believed that PD is contagious. Rural dwellers were more likely to have incorrect knowledge regarding selected aspects of PD.Conclusions. Understanding the cause of PD is very limited in our setting. Some beliefs about PD aetiology may potentially worsen stigma and social isolation. This study highlights the need for increasing PD awareness in our settings. Public health approaches that improve knowledge are urgently needed to promote care access and community response to Parkinson’s disease.

scholarly journals Assessment of Parkinson’s Disease symptoms and toxin exposures in firefighters: a cross-sectional survey

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roshni Kotwani ◽  
Andrea N. Clapp ◽  
Haley E. Huggins ◽  
Oceanis Vaou ◽  
Anna DePold Hohler
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Parkinson’S Disease ◽  
Parkinson's Disease ◽  
Behavior Disorder ◽  
Muscle Stiffness ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Disease Symptoms ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Toxin Exposure

Abstract BACKGROUND: Parkinson’s disease (PD) has been correlated with several environmental and toxic exposures. The frequency of PD in firefighters is higher than the general population, which may be due to the high amounts of toxin exposures firefighters experience on the job. There is a need to further address the high rates of PD among this subgroup. The purpose of this study is to improve our understanding of the relationship between toxin exposure in firefighters and Parkinson’s Disease symptoms. METHODS: An anonymous survey distributed to Massachusetts firefighters assessed risk factors for toxin exposure and presence of PD symptoms. Risk factors included frequency and duration of time spent firefighting, number of fires worked, and history of toxin exposure (i.e., pesticides). We collected the frequency of PD symptoms including tremors, muscle stiffness, REM behavior disorder, hyposmia, micrographia, and decreased walking pace. Analyses comparing toxin exposure and presence of PD symptoms were performed using Chi-square testing, p < 0.05 was considered significant.RESULTS: Two hundred participants were included in the study. The number of years as a firefighter, the number of days per week working, and the number of fires worked correlated with higher reports of hyposmia, micrographia, and decreased walking pace.CONCLUSION: Firefighters have an increased risk for PD symptoms as a result of the toxin exposures that are frequently present in fires.

Acceptance of technology-based tools in a sample of Parkinson’s patients

2016 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-13
Author(s):  
Nathalie Duroseau ◽  
Tobi Abramson ◽  
Kathleen Pergament ◽  
Vivian Chan ◽  
John Paul Govindavari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Parkinson’S Disease ◽  
Parkinson's Disease ◽  
Confidence Interval ◽  
Odds Ratio ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
The United States ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Lower Odds ◽  
Medical Needs

Objectives Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurodegenerative movement disorder in the United States. Patients’ opinions of technology-based tools for education and communication as related to Parkinson’s disease are unclear with little documented research addressing the issue. The goal of this research was to investigate patient opinions about technology-based tools with a focus on differences between patients of different age groups. Methods A cross-sectional survey was used to assess views on using multiple different electronic methods for receiving instructions and communicating with healthcare providers in 109 Parkinson’s disease patients. Results Approximately 28% (n = 28) of the subjects reported having unmet needs related to Parkinson’s disease. Those 65 and over were less likely to believe that using technology to communicate with the healthcare center would result in themselves having a better understanding of their care (odds ratio = 0.36, 95% confidence interval: 0.14, 0.95). Those over 75 had a lower odds of being willing to use electronic methods (odds ratio = 0.33, 95% confidence interval: 0.14, 0.79), a lower odds of believing that technology would result in better self-understanding of medical needs (odds ratio = 0.27, 95% confidence interval: 0.12, 0.63) and a lower odds of believing that technology would result in their healthcare providers better understanding their needs (odds ratio = 0.32, 95% confidence interval: 0.14, 0.73). Discussion The results of this study indicate that older Parkinson’s disease patients report a less favorable view regarding the role of technology in communicating with healthcare providers and for understanding their care.

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