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Evaluation of geriatric head and neck trauma cases in a German highest-level trauma centre from 2018 to 2024

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CONCLUSION: Our study reveals volatility in case numbers post-SARS-CoV-2, with males disproportionately affected. A high proportion of elderly patients take anticoagulants. Among the injured, there is a high rate with cerebral injury. Most fractures occur in exposed facial regions. Ongoing surveillance is essential to address increasing geriatric vulnerability.
Ákos Bicsák

What older adults say about participating in health-promoting activities to prevent frailty: a qualitative study

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CONCLUSIONS: Older adults' perceptions of health-promoting activities were influenced by personal, inter-personal and environmental factors. Contextualizing lifestyle modification programs that address their preferences and real-life situations may facilitate engagement. Older adults may also benefit from future initiatives that empower them to choose among feasible options to increase their self-efficacy for preventing frailty.
Seaw Jia Liew

Relocation in older adults: a concept analysis

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CONCLUSIONS: The results of the concept analysis of relocation in older adults revealed a comprehensive insight into this concept. Successful relocation in the older adults is achieved by considering the physical, personal, social, economic, and psychological aspects, and the preparation and planning of the older adults.
Roya Khorrami Estakhri