scholarly journals Assessment of the health status of middle-aged and elderly men with head scale, SF-36, IIEF5, AMS, and IPSS

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yi Zhu ◽  
Jian-Hui Li ◽  
Jing Zhao ◽  
Jun-Biao Zheng ◽  
Qun-Feng Liang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Inequalities ◽  
Polynomial Regression ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Subsequent Aging ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Neighborhood Relationship ◽  
Sf 36

Abstract Background Identifying practical and distinguished indicators and influencing factors of male aging may be useful in predicting subsequent aging trends, designing personalized prevention, and improving lifestyle and health. Methods A cross-sectional, population-based study was performed in Jiashan County, China in 2016. A total of 690 local male residents, aged 40 to 80 years, were eligible for recruitment. Demographic and lifestyle information was collected through structured interviews. A self-designed head scale, the Medical Outcomes Study 36-item Short Form (SF-36), International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF5), Aging Males’ Symptoms (AMS), and International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) were used. Analysis of variance, local polynomial regression smoothing curves, multiple linear regression, and partial correlation analyses were performed. Results All the scales deteriorated with increasing age (P < 0.01), especially from the age of 60. The most significant changes between adjacent age groups were found in IIEF5 scores (16.7, 43.5 and 39.4%). Income, nutrition, personality and neighborhood relationship had an effect on SF-36 and AMS after adjusting for age (P < 0.01). Furthermore, neighborhood relationship modified the age effect on the head scale score and IIEF5 (P = 0.03); nutrition modified the relationship between age and SF-36 (P < 0.01). Conclusions Recession of reproductive health may be a distinct predictor of male aging. The associations of social inequalities or personality and health offer potential interventions for men’s health in aging. Self-reported scales may limit the precision and more physical fitness tests could be combined for a more precise assessment.

scholarly journals Assessment of quality of life of stroke survivors in a rural area of North Kerala, India

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 841 ◽  
Author(s):  
Priya Chandran ◽  
Dhanya Shenoy ◽  
Jayakrishnan Thavody ◽  
Lilabi M. P.
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Rural Area ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Significant Proportion ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Stroke Survivors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sf 36 ◽  
Role Limitation

Background: With increase in prevalence of stroke and life expectancy the quality of life of stroke survivors assumes importance. Despite advances in diagnosis and treatment of cerebrovascular accidents the survivors continue to experience low Quality of life (QoL) especially in developing countries. The objective of this study was to assess the quality of life among stroke survivors and the prevalence of depression among them.  Methods: Cross-sectional population based study was conducted in a rural area of North Kerala. Stoke survivors were interviewed at home to assess the quality of life and depression status. QOL was assessed using the Medical Outcomes 36-Item Short-Form Health Survey (SF-36), functional status using the modified barthel index (MBI), and mood using the Beck’s Depression Inventory (BDI).Results: A total of 40 patients (65.5% men, mean age 70.58±10.7 years) were interviewed.  The mean MBI was 55.25±2.79, and the prevalence of unrecognized depression was 90%. 95 percent of patients needed varying degrees of care for their activities of daily living. The SF-36 scores of the patients were considerably lower than that to that of the general population especially in the areas of role limitation and physical functioning. Depression was more among older subjects and Depressed patients had lower MBI scoresConclusions: A significant proportion of stroke survivors continue to face limitations in their physical activities. In addition, majority have unrecognised depression that affects their QOL adversely.

Health and quality of life in patients with primary and secondary lymphedema of the lower extremity

VASA ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 44 (2) ◽  
pp. 129-137 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kai Huggenberger ◽  
Stephan Wagner ◽  
Susanne Lehmann ◽  
André Aeschlimann ◽  
Beatrice Amann-Vesti ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Normative Values ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Secondary Lymphedema ◽  
Sf 36

Background: Little is known about comprehensively measured health and quality of life of lower limb lymphedema (LLL). The aim of this study was to determine health and quality of life of LLL patients stratified by primary and secondary lymphedema compared to a normative population-based data stratified by age, sex and comorbidity. Patients and methods: A cross-sectional study of patients after treatment at the department of angiology of a rehabilitation clinic was conducted. Self-assessment was performed by the Short Form 36 (SF-36) and two condition-specific measures. Results: Primary LLL (n = 52) 75 % female, mean age 47.1 years) reported health comparable to normative values, e. g. SF-36 physical functioning 80.4 (norm 84.1, p = 0.512) and SF-36 vitality 62.7 (59.7, p = 0.117) (mean scores, 100 = best). Secondary LLL (n = 60, 68 % female, mean age 60.6 years) scored 68.1 (73.9, p = 0.049) and 55.2 (56.2, p = 0.800) on the corresponding scales. Mean symptoms and function scores on the specific measures ranged from 70.0 to 83.1 for primary LLL (100 = best) and from 63.3 to 80.6 for secondary LLL. Function, vitality and both SF-36 role dimensions were higher in primary LLL than in secondary LLL, (mean SF-36 vitality 62.7 versus 55.2, p = 0.035). Conclusions: Overall health and quality of life was high and comparable to the general population norms in primary LLL. The same was true for most psycho-social scales in secondary LLL whereas functionally some deficits were recorded. Cancer as the most frequent cause for secondary LLL may affect health in these dimensions. Reported negative effects of LLL seem to be well compensated, especially in primary LLL and under optimal treatment.

scholarly journals Validity of the Premature Ejaculation Diagnostic Tool in four subgroups of premature ejaculation syndrome: data from the Korean Internet Sexuality Survey – part 1

Sexual Health ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 73 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sang Hoon Song ◽  
Woo Seok Choi ◽  
Hwancheol Son ◽  
Jae-Seung Paick
Keyword(s):  
Diagnostic Tool ◽  
Premature Ejaculation ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Cutoff Score ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Male Population ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sf 36 ◽  
General Male Population

Background The premature ejaculation diagnostic tool (PEDT) is a brief, multidimensional validated instrument devised for diagnosing premature ejaculation (PE). However, there is insufficient evidence regarding its ability to differentiate subgroups of PE. We assessed the ability of the PEDT to differentiate four subgroups of PE (lifelong, acquired, variable and subjective PE). Methods: An internet-based survey was conducted with a population-based sample of males aged 20–59 years. Participants were asked to complete a questionnaire requesting detailed medical and sexual histories. The questionnaire including questions from the PEDT and from the Medical Outcome Study Short-form 36-Item Health Survey (SF-36). Using the PEDT, PE was defined as a cutoff score of ≥11. Results: In this study, 443 subjects (mean age 39.3 ± 10.1 years) were included. PEDT-PE prevalence was 14.6%. The proportions of PE subgroups and their mean PEDT scores were: lifelong PE, 2.9% and 15.5; acquired PE, 7.0% and 11.2; variable PE, 7.4% and 10.4; subjective PE, 3.2% and 9.0. PEDT scores were significantly higher in the lifelong PE group than in other the subgroups of PE (P < 0.001). The subjective PE group had the lowest PEDT score, and their physical and mental component scores for the SF-36 were similar to those of non-PE subjects. Conclusions: This population-based cross-sectional survey has demonstrated that the PEDT is not appropriate for research into four subgroups of PE when used in an general male population study, unless the PEDT is combined with an additional questionnaire with specific questions on the four PE subgroups.

The German Version of the Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS)

2011 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 127-132 ◽  
Author(s):  
Heide Glaesmer ◽  
Gesine Grande ◽  
Elmar Braehler ◽  
Marcus Roth
Keyword(s):  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Satisfaction With Life ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Factorial Invariance ◽  
Satisfaction With Life Scale ◽  
Small Samples ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analyses ◽  
Life Scale

The Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) is the most commonly used measure for life satisfaction. Although there are numerous studies confirming factorial validity, most studies on dimensionality are based on small samples. A controversial debate continues on the factorial invariance across different subgroups. The present study aimed to test psychometric properties, factorial structure, factorial invariance across age and gender, and to deliver population-based norms for the German general population from a large cross-sectional sample of 2519 subjects. Confirmatory factor analyses supported that the scale is one-factorial, even though indications of inhomogeneity of the scale have been detected. Both findings show invariance across the seven age groups and both genders. As indicators of the convergent validity, a positive correlation with social support and negative correlation with depressiveness was shown. Population-based norms are provided to support the application in the context of individual diagnostics.

COMPARING QUALITY OF LIFE AMONG PEOPLE WITH DIFFERENT PATTERNS AND SEVERITIES OF KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS

2006 ◽  
Vol 10 (01) ◽  
pp. 47-55 ◽  
Author(s):  
Boonsin Tangtrakulwanich ◽  
Virasakdi Chongsuvivatwong ◽  
Alan F. Geater
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Knee Osteoarthritis ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Sf 36 ◽  
Southern Thailand ◽  
Skyline View ◽  
Short Form Health ◽  
Severe Grade

Objective: To identify what extent different patterns and severities of involvement affect quality of life of people suffering knee osteoarthritis. Methods: This population-based survey involved 288 women and 288 men aged 40 years or older from Songkhla province, southern Thailand. Quality of life was measured using the Medical Outcome Study Short Form Health sutvery (SF-36) and Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC). Radiographic investigation included antero-posterior and skyline view of both knees. Osteoarthritis was categorized into 3 patterns; isolated patellofemoral, isolated tibiofemoral and combined with diagnosis based on Kellgren & Lawrence grade 2 or higher. Results: Quality of life as measured by SF-36 and WOMAC showed poorer score in moderate or severe grade than in mild grade of severity. Isolated patellofemoral and combined patterns demonstrated showed poorer scores on both WOMAC and SF-36 than isolated tibiofemoral pattern. Body mass index, income level and pattern of involvement could independently predict total scores of WOMAC, while age, marital status and pattern of involvement affected total score of SF-36. Conclusion: Pattern of involvement is a better predictor of quality of life than disease severity in patients with knee osteoarthritis.

scholarly journals Predictors of quality of life among patients on dialysis in southern Brazil

2008 ◽  
Vol 126 (5) ◽  
pp. 252-256 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maristela Bohlke ◽  
Diego Leite Nunes ◽  
Stela Scaglioni Marini ◽  
Cleison Kitamura ◽  
Marcia Andrade ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Peritoneal Dialysis ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Outcome Measurement ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Southern Brazil ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sf 36 ◽  
Dialysis Facilities

CONTEXT AND OBJECTIVE: Quality of life (QoL) is considered important as an outcome measurement, especially for long-term diseases such as chronic renal failure. The present study searched for predictors of QoL in a sample of patients undergoing dialysis in southern Brazil. DESIGN AND SETTING: This was a cross-sectional study developed in three southern Brazilian dialysis facilities. METHODS: Health-related QoL of patients on hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis was measured using the generic Short Form-36 (SF-36) health survey questionnaire. The results were correlated with sociodemographic, clinical and laboratory variables. The analysis was adjusted through multiple linear regression. RESULTS: A total of 140 patients were assessed: 94 on hemodialysis and 46 on peritoneal dialysis. The mean age was 54.2 ± 15.4 years, 48% were men and 76% were white. The predictors of higher (better) physical component summary in SF-36 were: younger age (β-0.16; 95% confidence interval, CI: -0.27 to -0.05), shorter time on dialysis (β-0.06; 95% CI: -0.09 to -0.02) and lower Khan comorbidity-age index (β 5.16; 95% CI: 1.7-8.6). The predictors of higher mental component summary were: being employed (β 8.4; 95% CI: 1.7-15.1), being married or having a marriage-like relationship (β 4.56; 95% CI: 0.9-8.2), being on peritoneal dialysis (β 4.9; 95% CI: 0.9-8.8) and not having high blood pressure (β 3.9; 95% CI: 0.3-7.6). CONCLUSIONS: Age, comorbidity and length of time on dialysis were the main predictors of physical QoL, whereas socioeconomic issues especially determined mental QoL.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitudes and intention regarding mHealth in generation Y: evidence from a population based cross sectional study in Chakaria, Bangladesh

BMJ Open ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (11) ◽  
pp. e016217 ◽  
Author(s):  
M Shafiqur Rahman ◽  
Syed Hanifi ◽  
Fatema Khatun ◽  
Mohammad Iqbal ◽  
Sabrina Rasheed ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young People ◽  
Sex Education ◽  
Mobile Phones ◽  
Generation Y ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Household Survey ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Background and objectivesmHealth offers a new opportunity to ensure access to qualified healthcare providers. Therefore, to better understand its potential in Bangladesh, it is important to understand how young people use mobile phones for healthcare. Here we examine the knowledge, attitudes and intentions to use mHealth services among young population.DesignPopulation based cross sectional household survey.Setting and participantsA total of 4909 respondents, aged 18 years and above, under the Chakaria Health and Demographic Surveillance System (HDSS) area, were interviewed during the period November 2012 to April 2013.MethodsParticipants younger than 30 years of age were defined as young (or generation Y). To examine the level of knowledge about and intention towards mHealth services in generation Y compared with their older counterparts, the percentage of the respective outcome measure from a 2×2 contingency table and adjusted odds ratio (aOR), which controls for potential confounders such as mobile ownership, sex, education, occupation and socioeconomic status, were estimated. The aOR was estimated using both the Cochran–Mantel–Haenszel approach and multivariable logistic regression models controlling for confounders.ResultsGeneration Y had significantly greater access to mobile phones (50%vs40%) and better knowledge about its use for healthcare (37.8%vs27.5%;aOR 1.6 (95% CI1.3 to 2.0)). Furthermore, the level of knowledge about two existing mHealth services in generation Y was significantly higher compared with their older counterparts, with aOR values of 3.2 (95% CI 2.6 to 5.5) and 1.5 (95% CI 1.1 to 1.8), respectively. Similarly, generation Y showed significantly greater intention towards future use of mHealth services compared with their older counterparts (aOR 1.3 (95% CI 1.1 to 1.4)). The observed associations were not modified by sociodemographic factors.ConclusionThere is a greater potential for mHealth services in the future among young people compared with older age groups. However, given the low overall use of mHealth, appropriate policy measures need to be formulated to enhance availability, access, utilisation and effectiveness of mHealth services.

scholarly journals Evolution of a Novel Tissue Preservation Protocol to Optimize Osteochondral Transplantation Outcomes

Cartilage ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-41 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Cinats ◽  
Sue Miller ◽  
Ziad Abusara ◽  
S. Mark Heard ◽  
Carol Hutchison ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Short Form ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Osteochondral Allograft ◽  
Osteochondral Lesions ◽  
Tissue Preservation ◽  
Tissue Storage ◽  
Tissue Quality ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sf 36

Objective Osteochondral allograft transplantation is a procedure to treat focal osteochondral lesions (OCLs), but is limited by tissue availability, the quality of transplanted tissue, and inconsistent storage protocols. The objective of this study was to assess the clinical outcomes of a novel tissue procurement, storage, and quality control protocol in treating OCLs. Design Prospective case series. Donor cadaveric tissue was processed, stored, and the tissue quality analyzed using the unique tissue preservation protocol developed at our institution. Advanced cross-sectional imaging was used to size match donor tissue with recipient patients. Osteochondral allografts were transplanted using the Arthrex Allograft OATS. Patients were evaluated with the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC), Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS), visual analog scale (VAS), and 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36) preoperatively and at 1 year and 2 years postoperatively. Results Twenty patients (17 knees, 3 shoulders) were included in the study. There was a significant improvement in the following scores: overall WOMAC score, WOMAC function and pain subcategories; KOOS pain, knee-related symptoms, activities of daily living, sports and recreation, and quality of life; SF-36 physical functioning, physical role, pain, and social functioning subcategories; and VAS at all time points postoperatively. There was a significant improvement in WOMAC stiffness at 2 years postoperatively. There were 2 failures, defined by graft subsidence and persistent pain requiring reoperation. Conclusion The protocol developed at our institution for OAT resulted in significant clinical improvement in patients with OCLs and is an improvement on existing tissue storage techniques.

scholarly journals NONOPERATIVE VERSUS OPERATIVE TREATMENT OF PATIENTS WITH DEGENERATIVE SPONDYLOLISTHESIS

2016 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 33-35
Author(s):  
Jose Alfredo Corredor ◽  
Fernando Flores de Araújo ◽  
Rodrigo Góes de Mendonça ◽  
Noel Oizerovici Foni ◽  
Nelson Astur ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Operative Treatment ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Degenerative Spondylolisthesis ◽  
Functional Results ◽  
Good Health ◽  
Nonoperative Treatment ◽  
Function Score ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sf 36 ◽  
Functional Scores

ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate clinical and functional results of patients with lumbar degenerative spondylolisthesis treated with operatively or nonoperatively. Methods: Patients with degenerative spondylolisthesis treated either nonoperatively or operatively from 2004 to 2014 were selected from databases and a cross-sectional evaluation was performed. Outcome measures included back and leg visual analogue scales (VAS), Fischgrund criteria, Short Form-36 (SF-36) function score, and the modified Oswestry Disability Index (ODI). Results: 43 patients were evaluated: 20 with nonoperative treatment and 23 with operative treatment. Baseline characteristics were similar without significant differences between groups. Mean follow-up time was 43 months (range 10 - 72) for the nonoperative group and 36 months (range 6-80) for the operative group. Significant statistical difference in favor of operative group were found in back VAS (mean 4 versus 8, p = 0.000), leg VAS (mean 3 versus 6, p = 0.0015), SF-36 function score (mean 77 versus 35, p = 0.000), and ODI (mean 17 versus 46, p = 0.000). On the basis of the Fischgrund criteria, only 10 % of patients reported excellent or good health post nonoperative treatment versus 83% for those treated operatively (p = 0.000). Conclusion: In this cross-sectional study, we observed that symptomatic patients with degenerative spondylolisthesis who underwent operative treatment have superior clinical and functional scores compared to those that underwent nonoperative treatment.

scholarly journals Prevalence of eczema among older persons: A population-based cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 0 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Vijayan Neena ◽  
Neelakandhan Asokan ◽  
Rajany Jose ◽  
A. Sarin
Keyword(s):  
Older Persons ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Medical Knowledge ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Community Based Interventions ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Lichen Simplex Chronicus

Background: There are very few population-based studies on the prevalence of eczema among older persons Aims: To estimate the prevalence and types of eczema in those aged 65 years or more in the community and to evaluate the effectiveness of community-based interventions for case finding. Methods: In the first stage of this cross-sectional survey, trained health workers of a non-governmental organization surveyed the eligible population and identified persons likely to have eczema. In the second stage, dermatologists examined such persons to ascertain the diagnosis. Statistical analysis was done using Epi Info software version 7. Prevalence of eczema was expressed in percentages. Chi-square test was used for comparing the difference in prevalence of eczema in various age groups and sex. Results: Health workers identified 98 persons as possible cases of eczema after interviewing 385 older persons in the community. Among them 95 persons were examined by dermatologists and 44 were confirmed to have eczema (diagnostic accuracy of health workers = 46.3%).Point prevalence of eczema was 11.4% (44/385). Prevalence was similar in males and females. It was greater (18.2 %) among persons aged 81 years or more. Asteatotic eczema, gravitational eczema and lichen simplex chronicus were the more common types of eczema. Limitations: Possible underestimation of the prevalence rates due to limited medical knowledge of health workers; limited facilities for examination and investigations at the medical camps and home visits. Conclusion: There appears to be a considerable burden of eczema among older persons in the community. A community-based approach involving non-governmental organizations has the potential to identify cases and offer care close to their homes.

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