Trends in HbA1c thresholds for initiation of hypoglycemic agents: Impact of changed recommendations for older and frail patients
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DOI: 10.1002/pds.5129
Abstract: Less strict glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) thresholds have been recommended in older and/or frail type 2 diabetes (T2D) patients than in younger and less frail patients for initiating hypoglycemic agents since 2011. We aimed to assess… read more here.
Keywords: frail patients; trends hba1c; hypoglycemic agents; thresholds initiation ... See more keywords
Surgical prehabilitation in older and frail individuals: a scoping review
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DOI: 10.1097/aia.0000000000000394
Abstract: Over the past decade, prehabilitation has become increasingly important with regard to improving outcomes, particularly in surgery. Preparing older or frail individuals for upcoming surgeries and other invasive procedures is crucial, as these individuals tend… read more here.
Keywords: frail; prehabilitation; frail individuals; mortality ... See more keywords
Duration of External Neck Stabilisation (DENS) following odontoid fracture in older or frail adults: protocol for a randomised controlled trial of collar versus no collar
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-057753
Abstract: Introduction Fractures of the odontoid process frequently result from low impact falls in frail or older adults. These are increasing in incidence and importance as the population ages. In the UK, odontoid fractures in older… read more here.
Keywords: fracture; older adults; collar; trial ... See more keywords