Iranian Journal of Psychiatry,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Дек. 29, 2024
Objective:
Chronic
kidney
disease
(CKD)
is
a
pervasive
health
issue
associated
with
various
complications,
including
cognitive
impairment
and
depression
among
patients
undergoing
hemodialysis.
This
study
aimed
to
assess
the
impact
of
melatonin
on
function
in
hemodialysis
patients.
Method
:
A
randomized,
double-blinded,
placebo-controlled
clinical
trial
was
conducted
50
patients,
half
receiving
3
mg
daily
other
placebo
for
two
months.
Depression
were
evaluated
using
Beck
Inventory
(BDI)
Mini-Mental
State
Examination
(MMSE)
questionnaire,
respectively.
Quantitative
variables
analyzed
t-test.
The
Chi-square
test
also
qualitative
variables.
data
by
covariance
analysis
before
after
intervention.
Results:
Hypertension
most
prevalent
underlying
condition
participants,
affecting
40%
intervention
group.
group
exhibited
baseline
depressive
symptoms
(mean
BDI
score:
16.12
±
7.12),
which
significantly
improved
post-intervention
(13.6
6.6).
Notably,
both
control
groups
demonstrated
significant
reductions
symptoms,
as
assessed
paired
t-tests
(P
=
0.033
P
0.02,
respectively).
Cognitive
function,
measured
MMSE,
(1.28
0.81
melatonin,
1.52
0.1
placebo),
within-group
differences
0.048
0.002,
ANCOVA
revealed
no
between-group
scores
(F(1,47)
0.196,
0.66,
partial
eta-squared
0.004).
MMSE
0.003,
0.954,
0.00)
post-intervention.
Conclusion:
While
this
did
not
demonstrate
effects
positive
changes
observed,
warranting
further
research
optimize
treatment
regimens
explore
potential
therapeutic
benefits
patient
population.
Early
detection
of
depression
in
cancer
patients
is
essential
for
improving
health
outcomes.
This
study
assessed
the
prevalence
and
determinants
among
examined
its
association
with
social
support.
A
cross-sectional
was
conducted
at
Al
Amal
Cancer
Center,
Al-Thawra
Hospital,
Hodeida
City,
Yemen
(January–March
2023).
Data
on
sociodemographic
characteristics,
(Patient
Health
Questionnaire,
PHQ-9),
support
(Oslo
Social
Support
Scale,
OSSS-3)
were
collected.
Multivariate
binary
logistic
regression
identified
significant
factors,
Pearson's
correlation
used
to
assess
relationship
between
depression.
p
value
<
0.05
indicated
statistical
significance.
Depression
incidence
55%
(n
=
192).
analysis
revealed
that
married
(AOR
9.472,
0.001)
divorced/widowed
11.649,
more
likely
have
than
single
individuals
were.
Higher
education
(diploma
or
above)
protective
0.071,
0.001).
Elevated
lipid
levels
linked
a
lower
risk
0.189,
0.003),
family
history
4.239,
0.001),
longer
disease
duration
(>
4
years)
3.197,
0.006),
difficulty
activities
8.704,
increased
risk.
negative
found
(r
−
0.237,
Over
half
experience
depression,
which
influenced
by
marital
status,
education,
disease-related
factors.
significantly
mitigates
Enhancing
integrating
mental
assessments
psychiatric
professionals
oncology
care
emotional
well-being
overall
quality
life
patients.
Journal of Multidisciplinary Healthcare,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
Volume 17, С. 1041 - 1042
Опубликована: Март 1, 2024
Prevalence
of
Depression
and
Its
Associated
Factors
Among
Hemodialysis
Patients
in
Hodeida
City,
Yemen"
by
Alkubati
SA
et
al.
1
It
is
a
valuable
interesting
research.The
strengths
this
study
are
as
follows:
(1)
This
the
first
to
identify
prevalence
depression
its
associated
factors
among
Yemeni
hemodialysis
(HD)
patients
who
facing
multiple
war-related
crises
or
ongoing
political
conflict
have
been
overlooked,
remain
undiagnosed
receive
limited
care.Paying
more
attention
mental
health
HD
developing
countries
regions
(eg,
Yemen)
providing
tailored
psychological
support
nursing
care
mission
healthcare
professionals;
(2)
The
employed
OpenEpi
website
formula
calculate
sample
size,
which
provided
new
insight
into
size
estimation
methods;
2
(3)
authors
conducted
in-depth
discussion,
fully
compared
their
research
findings
with
previous
studies
performed
other
China,
Jordan,
Saudi
Arabia,
Lebanon,
Malaysia,
Palestine,
etc),
analyzed
specific
reasons
for
these
differences.Nevertheless,
encountered
certain
constraints
some
areas
improvement:
may
consider
using
G*Power
version
3.1.9.7
software
3
very
quick
convenient
software;
There
two
text
that
need
be
corrected:
(a)
Page
694,
Sex
variable
Table
has
incorrect
N
value
female.After
correction,
shown
letter.(b)
693,
description
"The
results
showed
only
female
(odds
ratio
(OR)=0.298;95%
confidence
interval
(CI)=0.132-0.674;p=0.004)"
inconsistent
page
695,
it
should
described
(OR)=3.352;95%
(CI)
=
1.484-7.570;p=0.004)";
variables
included
binary
logistic
regression
analysis
relatively
limited.Some
professionally
significant
related
were
not
Patient Preference and Adherence,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
Volume 18, С. 2545 - 2557
Опубликована: Дек. 1, 2024
Understanding
medication
adherence
and
its
relationship
with
quality
of
life
(QoL)
is
essential
for
improving
health
outcomes
in
patients
heart
failure
(HF).
Healthcare,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
12(24), С. 2570 - 2570
Опубликована: Дек. 20, 2024
Cardiovascular
diseases
are
the
leading
cause
of
mortality
globally.
Myocardial
infarction
(MI),
a
major
type
cardiovascular
disease,
presents
long-term
challenges
for
patients.
Recognizing
patients'
perceived
health
needs
and
factors
that
influence
them
is
crucial
providing
comprehensive
care
improving
outcomes.
This
paper
explores
needs,
levels
depression,
social
support
among
MI
patients,
as
well
investigates
correlations
between
these
factors.
A
cross-sectional
study
was
conducted
at
King
Salman
Specialist
Hospital
from
March
to
June
2024,
enrolling
244
patients
through
convenience
sampling.
Data
collection
performed
using
following
three
validated
questionnaires:
Cardiac
Patient
Learning
Needs
Inventory
(CPLNI)
assess
learning
Health
Questionnaire-9
(PHQ-9)
evaluate
depression
levels,
Oslo
Social
Support
Scale
(OSSS-3)
measure
support.
Statistical
analysis
carried
out
IBM
SPSS
Statistics,
Version
27.
Patients
aged
40
years
or
older
those
who
were
employed
exhibited
greater
(p
<
0.001).
Female
more
depressed
than
males
=
0.008).
Higher
reported
by
female
with
family
history
MI,
0.002,
0.003,
respectively).
The
total
mean
score
3.72,
highest
in
"other
pertinent
information",
"medication
"anatomy
physiology".
Depression
indicated
45.1%
significantly
higher
male
Additionally,
significant
positive
correlation
found
(r
0.205,
p
0.001),
negative
-0.441,
Addressing
both
physical
psychological
essential
Comprehensive
educational
programs
mental
services
necessary
Personalized
patient
education
routine
screenings
should
be
integrated
into
post-MI
care.
Future
research
examine
longitudinal
changes
status.
Journal of Clinical Medicine,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
13(22), С. 6911 - 6911
Опубликована: Ноя. 16, 2024
:
Depression
is
a
known
factor
in
poor
cardiovascular
outcomes
but
often
underassessed
cardiac
units.
This
study
evaluates
the
impact
of
depression
on
patients
undergoing
interventions.
Research Square (Research Square),
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Сен. 17, 2024
AbstractBackground:
Arteriovenous
(AV)
shunts
are
vital
for
providing
long-term
vascular
access
in
hemodialysis
patients.
While
brachiocephalic
and
radiocephalic
commonly
employed,
data
on
their
primary
patency
rates
associated
complications
resource-limited
settings
such
as
Yemen
remain
scarce.
This
study
aimed
to
evaluate
the
success
of
AV
identify
factors
influencing
outcomes
patients
at
Al-Thawra
Modern
General
Hospital.Methods:
prospective
observational
was
conducted
over
28
months,
from
April
2021
August
2023,
Hospital
Sana’a,
Yemen.
A
total
163
with
chronic
renal
failure
requiring
shunt
creation
were
included.
Data
patient
demographics,
comorbidities,
characteristics,
postoperative
collected.
Primary
assessed
8-month
follow-up.
Statistical
analysis
performed
patency.Results:
Among
included,
median
age
43.12
years,
61.3%
undergoing
creation.
The
overall
rate
8
months
87.7%,
exhibiting
a
significantly
greater
(93.0%)
than
(67.3%)
(p
=
0.02).
Complications
occurred
25%
patients,
pseudoaneurysm
formation
being
most
common
complication
(6.1%).
Factors
type,
age,
comorbidities
(e.g.,
diabetes)
influence
outcomes.Conclusion:
Compared
shunts,
demonstrated
superior
rates,
suggesting
that
they
may
be
preferable
options
studied
population.
These
findings
emphasize
need
individualized
management
careful
monitoring,
particularly
Yemen,
optimize
outcomes.
Background
Arteriovenous
(AV)
shunts
are
vital
for
providing
long-term
vascular
access
in
hemodialysis
patients.
While
brachiocephalic
and
radiocephalic
commonly
employed,
data
on
their
primary
patency
rates
associated
complications
resource-limited
settings
such
as
Yemen
remain
scarce.
This
study
aimed
to
evaluate
the
success
of
AV
identify
factors
influencing
outcomes
patients
at
Al-Thawra
Modern
General
Hospital.
Methods
prospective
observational
was
conducted
over
28
months,
from
April
2021
August
2023,
Hospital
Sana'a,
Yemen.
A
total
163
with
chronic
renal
failure
requiring
shunt
creation
were
included.
Data
patient
demographics,
comorbidities,
characteristics,
postoperative
collected.
Primary
assessed
8-month
follow-up
interval.
Statistical
analysis
performed
patency.
Results
Among
enrolled
patients,
median
age
43.12
years,
61.3%
undergoing
creation.
The
overall
rate
8
months
87.7%,
exhibiting
a
significantly
greater
(93.0%)
than
(67.3%)
(p
=
0.02).
Complications
occurred
25%
pseudoaneurysm
formation
being
most
common
complication
(6.1%).
Factors
type,
age,
comorbidities
(e.g.,
diabetes)
influence
outcomes.
Conclusion
Compared
shunts,
demonstrated
superior
rates,
suggesting
that
they
may
be
preferable
option
studied
population.
These
findings
emphasize
need
individualized
management
careful
monitoring,
particularly
Yemen,
optimize
International Journal of General Medicine,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
Volume 17, С. 5929 - 5939
Опубликована: Дек. 1, 2024
Patients
with
end-stage
renal
disease
(ESRD)
are
at
an
increased
risk
for
emotional
issues,
depression
being
the
most
prevalent
psychological
concern,
significantly
impacting
their
quality
of
life.
This
study
aimed
to
explore
mediating
effect
resilience
on
relationship
between
and
life
in
maintenance
hemodialysis
(MHD)
patients.