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  1. Article ; Online: Sarcopenia Screened with SARC-F and Subjective Memory Complaints Are Independently Associated with Increased Risk of Incident Dementia among Cognitively Unimpaired Older Adults.

    Li, C-L / Chang, H-Y / Tsai, Y-H

    The journal of nutrition, health & aging

    2023  Volume 27, Issue 11, Page(s) 940–945

    Abstract: Objectives: The main aim of this study was to examine the association of sarcopenia and subjective memory complaints with the incidence of dementia in a population-based cohort of cognitively unimpaired older adults.: Design: Three-year longitudinal ... ...

    Abstract Objectives: The main aim of this study was to examine the association of sarcopenia and subjective memory complaints with the incidence of dementia in a population-based cohort of cognitively unimpaired older adults.
    Design: Three-year longitudinal study.
    Settings and participants: A total of 2163 community-dwelling persons aged 65 years or older who participated in the National Health Interview Survey in Taiwan, 2017.
    Measurements: Sarcopenia was determined based on SARC-F, a self-reported symptom-based questionnaire that includes five components: strength, assistance walking, rise from a chair, climb stairs, and falls. Two questions ("Do you have difficulties with your memory or attention?" and "Do you have difficulties with your memory only or attention only or both?") were used to screen for subjective memory complaints (SMCs). The incidence of dementia was determined by data linkage to the Taiwan National Health Insurance claims database from 2018 to 2020.
    Results: Among the 2163 participants without dementia at baseline, 135 had incident dementia during the 3-year follow-up, giving a crude incidence rate of 6.2% (135/2163). Compared to participants free from sarcopenia and SMCs, the adjusted hazard ratio for incident dementia was 1.83 (95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.23-2.72) for SMCs alone, 2.40 (95% CI: 1.17-4.93) for sarcopenia alone, and 2.49 (95% CI: 1.21-5.11) for coexisting SMCs and sarcopenia.
    Conclusions: Our results indicate that sarcopenia screened with SARC-F and SMCs independently predict the cognitively unimpaired older adults at risk of incident dementia. Our findings highlight the importance of screening not only for cognitive but also muscle deficits to identify those at increased risk of incident dementia.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Aged ; Sarcopenia/complications ; Sarcopenia/epidemiology ; Sarcopenia/diagnosis ; Longitudinal Studies ; Independent Living ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Dementia/epidemiology ; Dementia/etiology ; Geriatric Assessment/methods
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-11-21
    Publishing country France
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2081921-3
    ISSN 1760-4788 ; 1279-7707
    ISSN (online) 1760-4788
    ISSN 1279-7707
    DOI 10.1007/s12603-023-2006-x
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  2. Article ; Online: Total arch extrusion with skeletal anchorage to improve inadequate maxillary incisor display in a case of vertical maxillary deficiency.

    Liaw, Johnny J L / Park, Jae Hyun / Tsai, Fang Fang / Tsai, Betty M Y / Liao, Wendy W T

    The Angle orthodontist

    2023  Volume 94, Issue 2, Page(s) 247–257

    Abstract: Inadequate maxillary incisor display can negatively impact facial esthetics. Various treatment options exist depending on the underlying cause and severity of the condition. Skeletal anchorage was used to extrude the maxillary dentition and rotate the ... ...

    Abstract Inadequate maxillary incisor display can negatively impact facial esthetics. Various treatment options exist depending on the underlying cause and severity of the condition. Skeletal anchorage was used to extrude the maxillary dentition and rotate the mandible backward, enhancing visibility of the maxillary incisors. An extrusion assembly was introduced to achieve orthodontic extrusion. Use of bite raisers and interarch elastics was also discussed. Treatment results demonstrated successful achievement of the treatment goals. In addition to optimal occlusion, the patient's facial profile improved with increased lip fullness. There was an increase in vertical facial height, and maxillary incisor display was significantly improved, resulting in a more pleasant smile. Two-year postretention records evidenced the stability of total arch extrusion to improve maxillary incisor display.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Incisor ; Tooth Movement Techniques/methods ; Molar ; Orthodontic Anchorage Procedures/methods ; Mandible ; Maxilla ; Cephalometry/methods
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-11-14
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 390289-4
    ISSN 1945-7103 ; 0003-3219
    ISSN (online) 1945-7103
    ISSN 0003-3219
    DOI 10.2319/070323-462.1
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  3. Article: Re: Hemminki,K., Dickey,C., Karlsson,S., Bell,D., Hsu,Y., Tsai,W.-Y., Mooney,L.A., Savela,K. and Perera,F.P. (1997) Aromatic DNA adducts in foundry workers in relation to exposure, lifestyle and CYP1A1 and glutathione transferase M1 genotype. Carcinogenesis, 18, 345-350.

    Perera, F / Tsai, W Y / Dickey, C / Hemminki, K

    Carcinogenesis

    2000  Volume 21, Issue 4, Page(s) 849

    MeSH term(s) Cytochrome P-450 CYP1A1/genetics ; DNA Adducts/analysis ; Genotype ; Glutathione Transferase/genetics ; Humans ; Isoenzymes/genetics ; Life Style ; Occupational Exposure
    Chemical Substances DNA Adducts ; Isoenzymes ; Cytochrome P-450 CYP1A1 (EC 1.14.14.1) ; Glutathione Transferase (EC 2.5.1.18)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2000-04
    Publishing country England
    Document type Comment ; Letter
    ZDB-ID 603134-1
    ISSN 1460-2180 ; 0143-3334
    ISSN (online) 1460-2180
    ISSN 0143-3334
    DOI 10.1093/carcin/21.4.849
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  4. Article: INTERIM ANALYSIS OF PRIMARY HEALTHCARE SPECIALISTS TRAINING IN THE UNIVERSALLY PROGRESSIVE MODEL OF HOME-BASED SERVICES: ANTICIPATED PROSPECTS IN THE SOCIAL AREA.

    Atalykova, G / Saparova, L / Urazova, S / Tsai, Y / Zhukabayeva, Syr / Zhukabayeva, Sof

    Georgian medical news

    2023  , Issue 336, Page(s) 45–48

    Abstract: This is an overview of the Interim analysis of primary healthcare specialists training in a universally progressive model of home-based services in the city of Astana, Akmola, and North Kazakhstan regions. A total of 482 persons were trained. ... ...

    Abstract This is an overview of the Interim analysis of primary healthcare specialists training in a universally progressive model of home-based services in the city of Astana, Akmola, and North Kazakhstan regions. A total of 482 persons were trained. Questionnaires filled in by trainees were analyzed.
    MeSH term(s) Cities ; Kazakhstan ; Specialization ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Primary Health Care
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-05-01
    Publishing country Georgia (Republic)
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2443648-3
    ISSN 1512-0112
    ISSN 1512-0112
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  5. Article ; Online: Subpleural curvilinear lines as an early indicator of silicosis in artificial stone workers.

    Chen, C H / Tsai, P J / Chang, W W / Chen, C Y / Guo, Y L

    Pulmonology

    2023  Volume 30, Issue 2, Page(s) 174–176

    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Silicosis/diagnosis
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-09-22
    Publishing country Spain
    Document type Letter
    ZDB-ID 3009651-0
    ISSN 2531-0437 ; 2531-0429
    ISSN (online) 2531-0437
    ISSN 2531-0429
    DOI 10.1016/j.pulmoe.2023.08.006
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  6. Article: First Report of Tomato Powdery Mildew Caused by

    Lin, C P / Dai, Y L / Huang, J H / Tsai, J N

    Plant disease

    2022  Volume 106, Issue 2, Page(s) 757

    MeSH term(s) Ascomycota ; Lycopersicon esculentum ; Plant Diseases ; Taiwan
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-01-16
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 754182-x
    ISSN 0191-2917
    ISSN 0191-2917
    DOI 10.1094/PDIS-02-21-0366-PDN
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  7. Article ; Online: Antenatal corticosteroid therapy in late preterm delivery: a nationwide population-based retrospective study in Taiwan.

    Liang, F-W / Tsai, H-F / Kuo, P-L / Tsai, P-Y

    BJOG : an international journal of obstetrics and gynaecology

    2021  Volume 128, Issue 9, Page(s) 1497–1502

    Abstract: Objective: To investigate whether antenatal corticosteroid therapy improves neonatal and maternal outcomes in late preterm delivery.: Design: Population-based retrospective study.: Setting: The linkages of Taiwan's National Health Insurance ... ...

    Abstract Objective: To investigate whether antenatal corticosteroid therapy improves neonatal and maternal outcomes in late preterm delivery.
    Design: Population-based retrospective study.
    Setting: The linkages of Taiwan's National Health Insurance Research Database, National Birth Reporting Database, and the Taiwan Maternal and Child Health Database.
    Population: All births at risk for late preterm deliveries in Taiwan between 2004 and 2011.
    Methods: For every birth at risk for late preterm delivery, five controls randomly matched by maternal and gestational ages and birthweight were included. A conditional logistic regression analysis was applied for risk estimation, with births without corticosteroids as the reference group. Odds ratios were adjusted for caesarean section, parity, sex, gestational hypertension and gestational diabetes mellitus.
    Main outcome measures: Neonatal outcomes, maternal outcomes and the utilisation of healthcare services.
    Results: The outcomes of 5745 women treated with corticosteroids between 34
    Conclusions: Antenatal corticosteroid therapy in women at risk of late preterm delivery may significantly reduce the need for respiratory support and glucose supply, and respiratory complication risk in neonates.
    Tweetable abstract: Antenatal corticosteroids in late preterm delivery reduced the risk of neonatal respiratory complications in Taiwan.
    MeSH term(s) Adrenal Cortex Hormones/administration & dosage ; Adrenal Cortex Hormones/adverse effects ; Adult ; Case-Control Studies ; Databases, Factual ; Female ; Humans ; Infant, Newborn ; Male ; Neonatal Sepsis/epidemiology ; Pregnancy ; Premature Birth/drug therapy ; Premature Birth/epidemiology ; Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Newborn/epidemiology ; Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Newborn/prevention & control ; Retrospective Studies ; Risk Assessment ; Taiwan/epidemiology
    Chemical Substances Adrenal Cortex Hormones
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-03-18
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2000931-8
    ISSN 1471-0528 ; 0306-5456 ; 1470-0328
    ISSN (online) 1471-0528
    ISSN 0306-5456 ; 1470-0328
    DOI 10.1111/1471-0528.16677
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  8. Article ; Online: The effectiveness of an unsupervised home-based pulmonary rehabilitation with self-management program in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

    Liou, Huey L / Lai, Zi Y / Huang, Yu T / Chu, Wan T / Tsai, Ya C / Chen, Mei S / Tsai, Pei C

    International journal of nursing practice

    2023  Volume 29, Issue 6, Page(s) e13185

    Abstract: Aims: To assess the effectiveness of an unsupervised home-based pulmonary rehabilitation with self-management program in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).: Background: A few recent studies have shown that unsupervised home- ... ...

    Abstract Aims: To assess the effectiveness of an unsupervised home-based pulmonary rehabilitation with self-management program in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
    Background: A few recent studies have shown that unsupervised home-based pulmonary rehabilitation can improve the clinical outcome of patients with COPD. More studies are needed to prove its benefits.
    Design: This study used a quasi-experimental design.
    Methods: Seventy-two admitted COPD patients were assigned to experimental group or control group through purposeful sampling. Data were collected from March 2016 to November 2017 in the Thoracic Intensive Care Unit of a Medical Center in Taiwan. The Medical Research Council dyspnea scale, the COPD Self-Efficacy Scale and the Clinical COPD Questionnaire were measured before education and at the first, second and third months after discharge.
    Results: The Medical Research Council dyspnea scale and COPD Self-Efficacy Scale results in the experimental group were significantly improved compared with the control group in the third month after discharge. The Clinical COPD Questionnaire score continued to improve in both groups in the third month after discharge, and there was no difference between the two groups.
    Conclusion: A short-term unsupervised home-based pulmonary rehabilitation with self- management program had significant benefits for patients with COPD. The long-term effects need to be confirmed.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Self-Management ; Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive/rehabilitation ; Self Care/methods ; Exercise Therapy/methods ; Dyspnea ; Quality of Life
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-07-28
    Publishing country Australia
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1381116-2
    ISSN 1440-172X ; 1322-7114
    ISSN (online) 1440-172X
    ISSN 1322-7114
    DOI 10.1111/ijn.13185
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  9. Article ; Online: Contrary response of porcine articular cartilage below and over 1000 s

    Tran, D T / Juang, Y C / Tsai, L

    Clinical biomechanics (Bristol, Avon)

    2021  Volume 90, Page(s) 105506

    Abstract: Background: Knee joints experience excessive loads quite frequently during sports activities, and these shocks could accelerate progressive degeneration in articular cartilage.: Methods: Quasi-static and dynamic response of porcine knee articular ... ...

    Abstract Background: Knee joints experience excessive loads quite frequently during sports activities, and these shocks could accelerate progressive degeneration in articular cartilage.
    Methods: Quasi-static and dynamic response of porcine knee articular cartilages were investigated in this research. Split Hopkinson Pressure Bars (SHPB) were utilized to examine the articular cartilage properties at strain rates between 0.01-2000 s
    Findings: The results showed that strain rate is an important factor for articular cartilages, distinctively divided into above and below 1000 s
    Interpretation: The biphasic structure of the cartilage explained the change of modulus. At the lower strain rates, fibers realigned and solidified the structure, while at higher strain rates, there is not enough time for the tissue fluid to move inside the cartilage, leading to a reduction in the deformability of the specimen and raising of Young's modulus. The results can be utilized to provide some useful data for biomaterial and computational works in the future.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Cartilage, Articular ; Elastic Modulus ; Stress, Mechanical ; Swine
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-09-30
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 632747-3
    ISSN 1879-1271 ; 0268-0033
    ISSN (online) 1879-1271
    ISSN 0268-0033
    DOI 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2021.105506
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  10. Article: Using call detail records to determine mobility patterns of different socio-demographic groups in the western area of Sierra Leone during early COVID-19 crisis.

    Li, Yanchao / Ran, Ziyu / Tsai, Lily / Williams, Sarah

    Environment and planning. B, urban analytics and city science

    2023  Volume 50, Issue 5, Page(s) 1298–1312

    Abstract: Human mobility patterns created from mobile phone call detail records (CDRs) can provide an essential resource in data-poor environments to monitor the effects of health outbreaks. Analysis of this data can be instrumental for understanding the movement ... ...

    Abstract Human mobility patterns created from mobile phone call detail records (CDRs) can provide an essential resource in data-poor environments to monitor the effects of health outbreaks. Analysis of this data can be instrumental for understanding the movement pattern of populations allowing governments to set and refine policies to respond to community health risks. Building on CDR mobility analysis techniques, this research set out to test whether combining CDR mobility indicators with socio-economic information can illustrate differences between different socio-economic groups' exposure risks to COVID-19. The work focuses on the Western Area of Sierra Leone which houses the capital Freetown because it lacks existing mobility data and therefore can be a great example of how CDR can be transformed for this use. To determine mobility patterns, we applied the radius of gyration, regularity of movement, and motif types analytics commonly used in CDR research. We then applied a clustering algorithm to these results to understand user trends. Then we compared the results of the three methods with socio-economic status determined from census data in the same geography. The results show the daily movement of cell phone users of lower socio-economic status covered greater distances in the Western Area before and after lockdown, thereby showing a greater risk to COVID-19. The research also shows that groups of higher social status decreased mobility significantly after lockdown and did not return to pre-COVID-19 levels, unlike lower-social status groups.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-06
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2399-8083
    ISSN 2399-8083
    DOI 10.1177/23998083231158377
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