A comparative analysis of functional outcomes in adolescents and young adults with lower‐extremity bone sarcoma

2006 ◽  
Vol 49 (7) ◽  
pp. 964-969 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jill P. Ginsberg ◽  
Shesh N. Rai ◽  
Claire A. Carlson ◽  
Anna T. Meadows ◽  
Pamela S. Hinds ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Lower Extremity ◽  
Functional Outcomes ◽  
Bone Sarcoma ◽  
Adolescents And Young Adults

Normalizing Lower Extremity Strength Data for Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults with Cerebral Palsy

2009 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 195-202 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tishya A. L. Wren ◽  
Jack R. Engsberg
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Cerebral Palsy ◽  
Lower Extremity ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Allometric Scaling ◽  
Plantar Flexion ◽  
Adolescents And Young Adults ◽  
Spastic Diplegia ◽  
Strength Data ◽  
Lower Extremity Strength

The traditional method for normalizing quantitative strength data is to divide force or torque by body mass. We have previously shown that this method is not appropriate for able-bodied children and young adults and that normalization using allometric scaling is more effective. The purpose of the current study was to evaluate the effectiveness of applying existing normalization equations for lower extremity strength to children, adolescents, and young adults with cerebral palsy (CP) and, if appropriate, to develop CP-specific normalization equations using allometric scaling. We measured the maximum torque generated during hip abduction/adduction, knee extension/flexion, and ankle dorsiflexion/plantar flexion in 96 subjects with spastic diplegia CP ages 4–23 years. Traditional mass normalization (Torque/Mass1.0) and allometric scaling equations from children without disability (Torque/Mass1.6for hip and knee; Torque/Mass1.4for ankle) were not effective in eliminating the influence of body mass. Normalization using CP-specific allometric scaling equations was effective using both muscle-specific and common (Torque/Mass0.8for ankle plantar flexors; Torque/Mass1.4for all others) scaling relationships. For the first time, normalization equations have been presented with demonstrated effectiveness in adjusting strength measures for body size in a group of children, adolescents, and young adults with CP.

scholarly journals Treatment pathway of bone sarcoma in children, adolescents, and young adults

Cancer ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 123 (12) ◽  
pp. 2206-2218 ◽  
Author(s):  
Damon R. Reed ◽  
Masanori Hayashi ◽  
Lars Wagner ◽  
Odion Binitie ◽  
Diana A. Steppan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Bone Sarcoma ◽  
Adolescents And Young Adults ◽  
Treatment Pathway

scholarly journals Clinical outcomes of frozen autograft reconstruction for the treatment of primary bone sarcoma in adolescents and young adults

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yoshihiro Araki ◽  
Norio Yamamoto ◽  
Katsuhiro Hayashi ◽  
Akihiko Takeuchi ◽  
Shinji Miwa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Clinical Outcomes ◽  
Bone Sarcoma ◽  
Adolescents And Young Adults ◽  
Appendicular Skeleton ◽  
Musculoskeletal Tumor ◽  
Musculoskeletal Tumor Society ◽  
Primary Bone Sarcoma ◽  
Primary Bone

AbstractAge affects the clinical outcomes of cancer treatment, including those for bone sarcoma. Successful reconstruction using frozen autograft after excision of bone sarcoma has been reported; however, little is known about the clinical outcomes of frozen autograft reconstruction according to age. The purpose was to evaluate the clinical outcomes of the frozen autograft reconstruction focusing on skeletally mature adolescents and young adults (AYAs) that was 15 to 39 years of age. A total of 37 AYA patients with primary bone sarcoma on the appendicular skeleton were enrolled in this study. The mean follow-up period was 89 months. The graft survival (GS), overall survival (OS), recurrence-free survival (RFS), complications and the function were retrospectively evaluated using medical records. The 10-year GS, OS, and RFS rates were 76%, 84%, and 79%, respectively. Bone union was achieved with a rate of 94% within 1 year after surgery, and nonunion (n = 1) and fracture (n = 2) were infrequently observed. Graft removal was performed in 7 cases, and the most common reason for the removal was infection (n = 5). The Musculoskeletal Tumor Society score was excellent in 23 cases of the available 29 cases. Frozen autograft reconstruction for AYAs showed excellent clinical outcomes, although the long-term follow-up is required.

scholarly journals Enrollment of adolescents and young adults onto SWOG cancer research network clinical trials: A comparative analysis by treatment site and era

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 2146-2152
Author(s):  
Michael E. Roth ◽  
Joseph M. Unger ◽  
Ann M. O'Mara ◽  
Mark A. Lewis ◽  
Troy Budd ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Research ◽  
Clinical Trials ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Adolescents And Young Adults ◽  
Research Network ◽  
Cancer Research Network ◽  
Treatment Site

scholarly journals Burden of disease and lifestyle habits in adolescents and young adults prone to frequent episodic migraine: A secondary comparative analysis

2021 ◽  
pp. 136749352110087
Author(s):  
Michaela V Bonfert ◽  
Nico Sollmann ◽  
Tabea Renner ◽  
Corinna Börner ◽  
Giada Urban ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Burden Of Disease ◽  
Episodic Migraine ◽  
Interquartile Range ◽  
Adolescents And Young Adults ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Lifestyle Habits ◽  
Lifestyle Questionnaire ◽  
Analgesic Use

The objective of this study was to assess the burden of disease and prevalence of lifestyle factors for adolescents and young adults with frequent episodic migraine. We conducted a secondary comparative analysis of data collected during two previous studies. Inclusion criteria for this analysis were age 15–35 years, 15 to 44 migraine episodes within 12 weeks, and completeness of Migraine Disability Assessment and lifestyle questionnaire data. Datasets of 37 adults (median age [interquartile range]: 25 [6]) and 27 adolescents (median age [interquartile range]: 15 [1]) were analyzed. 81% ( n = 30) of adults reported severe disability (16% [ n = 3] of adolescents; p < 0.001). Headache frequency (24 vs. 17 days; p = 0.005) and prevalence of regular analgesic use (60% [ n = 22] vs. 18% [ n = 5]; p = 0.002) were significantly higher in adults. In adults, sleep duration on weekdays was significantly lower (8.5 vs. 10 h; p < 0.001). Any consumption of caffeine tended to be higher in adolescents and alcohol consumption tended to be higher in adults ( p > 0.05). This study underlines the importance of educating adolescents and young adults with migraine about lifestyle habits that are likely to interfere with the condition.

The Relationship Between Narcissism and Personality Traits of the Five-Factor-Model in Adolescents and Young Adults

2018 ◽  
Vol 46 (6) ◽  
pp. 516-522 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marc Allroggen ◽  
Peter Rehmann ◽  
Eva Schürch ◽  
Carolyn C. Morf ◽  
Michael Kölch
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Personality Traits ◽  
Five Factor Model ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Adolescents And Young Adults ◽  
Personality Factors ◽  
Big Five Personality ◽  
Grandiose Narcissism ◽  
Vulnerable Narcissism ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract.Narcissism is seen as a multidimensional construct that consists of two manifestations: grandiose and vulnerable narcissism. In order to define these two manifestations, their relationship to personality factors has increasingly become of interest. However, so far no studies have considered the relationship between different phenotypes of narcissism and personality factors in adolescents. Method: In a cross-sectional study, we examine a group of adolescents (n = 98; average age 16.77 years; 23.5 % female) with regard to the relationship between Big Five personality factors and pathological narcissism using self-report instruments. This group is compared to a group of young adults (n = 38; average age 19.69 years; 25.6 % female). Results: Grandiose narcissism is primarily related to low Agreeableness and Extraversion, vulnerable narcissism to Neuroticism. We do not find differences between adolescents and young adults concerning the relationship between grandiose and vulnerable narcissism and personality traits. Discussion: Vulnerable and grandiose narcissism can be well differentiated in adolescents, and the pattern does not show substantial differences compared to young adults.

Epidemiological Trends in Attempted Suicide in Adolescents and Young Adults Between 1996 and 2004

Crisis ◽  
2009 ◽  
Vol 30 (3) ◽  
pp. 115-119 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephanie De Munck ◽  
Gwendolyn Portzky ◽  
Kees Van Heeringen
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Attempted Suicide ◽  
Suicide Attempts ◽  
Epidemiological Studies ◽  
Adolescents And Young Adults ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
International Studies ◽  
Suicide Attempters ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Epidemiological Trends

Background: Notwithstanding the epidemiological studies indicating an increased risk of attempted suicide among adolescents and young adults, there is a scarcity of international studies that examine long-term epidemiological trends in rates and characteristics of this vulnerable group. Aims: This article describes the results of a 9-year monitoring study of suicide attempts in adolescents and young adults referred to the Accident and Emergency Department of the Gent University Hospital (Belgium). Methods: Between January 1996 and December 2004, trends, sociodemographic, and methodrelated characteristics of suicide attempts were assessed by a psychiatrist on data sheets. Results: Attempted suicide rates declined from 1996 to 2001 and then rose until 2004, but did not exceed previous rates. During the 9 years of monitoring, there was a preponderance of female suicide attempters, except for 1997. Rates of attempts and of fatal suicide were negatively correlated. Significantly more males than females deliberately injured themselves. Younger attempters, especially females, significantly more often poisoned themselves with analgesics. In nearly one in five attempts, alcohol was used in combination with other methods, and alcohol intake was more commonly observed in older suicide attempters. Nearly half of the adolescents were identified as repeaters. Conclusions: The results of this study warrant further monitoring of trends and characteristics of young suicide attempters.

Comparison of Three Questionnaires to Screen for Borderline Personality Disorder in Adolescents and Young Adults

2017 ◽  
Vol 33 (2) ◽  
pp. 123-128 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anne van Alebeek ◽  
Paul T. van der Heijden ◽  
Christel Hessels ◽  
Melissa S.Y. Thong ◽  
Marcel van Aken
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Borderline Personality Disorder ◽  
Personality Disorder ◽  
Borderline Personality ◽  
Adolescents And Young Adults ◽  
Patient Questionnaire ◽  
Statistical Manual ◽  
Axis Ii ◽  
Diagnostic And Statistical Manual ◽  
Dsm Iv

Abstract. One of the most common personality disorders among adolescents and young adults is the Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). The objective of current study was to assess three questionnaires that can reliably screen for BPD in adolescents and young adults (N = 53): the McLean Screening Instrument for BPD (MSI-BPD; Zanarini et al., 2003 ), the Personality Diagnostic Questionnaire 4th edition – BPD scale (PDQ-4 BPD; Hyler, 1994 ), and the SCID-II Patient Questionnaire – BPD scale (SCID-II-PQ BPD). The nine criteria of BPD according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-IV (DSM-IV; APA, 1994 ) were measured with the Structural Clinical Interview for DSM-IV Axis II disorders – BPD scale (SCID-II; First, Spitzer, Gibbon, Williams, & Benjamin, 1995 ). Correlations between the questionnaires and the SCID-II were calculated. In addition, the sensitivity and specificity of the questionnaires were tested. All instruments predicted the BPD diagnosis equally well.

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