OBJECTIVE: To examine the changes in slow (8-10Hz) and fast (10-12Hz) alpha bands of EEG in three groups of subjects submitted to different amounts of functional electrostimulation (FES). Our hypothesis is that different amounts of electrostimulation may cause different patterns of activation in the sensorimotor cortex. In particular, we expect to see an increase in alpha power due to habituation effects. We examine the two bands comprised by alpha rhythm (i.e., slow and fast alpha), since these two sub-rhythms are related to distinct aspects: general energy demands and specific motor aspects, respectively. METHODS: The sample was composed of 27 students, both sexes, aging between 25 and 40 years old. The subjects were randomly distributed in three groups: control (n=9), G24 (n=9) and G36 (n=9). A FES equipment (Neuro Compact-2462) was used to stimulate the right index finger extension. Simultaneously, the electroencephalographic signal was acquired. We investigated the absolute power in slow and fast alpha bands in the sensorimotor cortex. RESULTS: The G36 indicated a significant increasing in absolute power values in lower and higher alpha components, respectively, when compared with the control group. Particularly, in the following regions: pre-motor cortex and primary motor cortex. DISCUSSION: FES seems to promote cortical adaptations that are similar to those observed when someone learns a procedural task. FES application in the G36 was more effective in promoting such neural changes. The lower and higher components of alpha rhythms behave differently in their topographical distribution during FES application. These results suggest a somatotopic organization in primary motor cortex which can be represented by the fast alpha component. 相似文献
Increasing attention has been directed to recent increases in suicide rates for children, adolescents, and young adults. Nevertheless, persons 65 years and older continue to commit suicide at a higher rate than any other age group in the United States. In this paper various aspects of suicide are examined by analyzing recent trends among young and elderly populations, cohort suicide rates, and future projection of the number of suicides in late life. Data are derived from US death certificates. Consideration of the epidemiologic data and projections may be helpful both to those interested in public policy and to clinicians serving the elderly. 相似文献
The Diagnostic Statistical Manual-5 (DSM-5) has included a category named the neurocognitive disorder which was formally known in DSM-IV as ‘dementia, delirium, amnestic, and other cognitive disorders’. The DSM-5 distinguishes between ‘mild’ and ‘major’ neurocognitive disorders. Major neurocognitive disorder replaces the DSM-IV's term ‘dementia or other debilitating conditions’. A pivotal addition is ‘mild neurocognitive disorder (mNCD)’ defined by a noticeable decrement in cognitive functioning that goes beyond normal changes seen in aging. It is a disorder that may progress to dementia – importantly, it may not.
Presently, our understanding of mNCD is derived from research on mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Whereas there is currently no clear treatment for mNCD, many experimental therapies now and into the future will focus upon secondary prevention, namely decreasing the risk of progression to major NCD. In this article, we will focus on mNCD by reviewing the relevant literature on MCI. We will review the research on the incidence and prevalence of MCI, conversion rates from MCI to dementia, risk factors for conversion of MCI to dementia, comorbidity of MCI with other neuropsychiatric disorders (NPS), and the development of treatment strategies for neuropsychiatric disorders in MCI.
The presence of NPS is common among individuals with MCI and is an important risk for progression to dementia. However, there has been little research on effective treatments for NPS in MCI. Clinicians and investigators must determine if the treatment of the NPS in mNCD will improve quality of life and help reduce the progression of the cognitive impairment. 相似文献
AbstractThis was a retrospective cohort study linking provincial administrative databases to compare rates of non-fatal self-harm between CAF and RCMP veterans living in Ontario and age-matched civilians. This study included male veterans who registered for provincial health insurance between 2002 and 2013. A civilian comparator group was matched 4:1 on age and sex. Self-harm emergency department (ED) visits were identified from provincial ED admission records until death or December 31, 2015. Multivariable Poisson regression compared the risk of self-harm. Analyses adjusted for age, geography, income, rurality, and major physical and mental comorbidities. In total, 9514 male veterans and 38,042 age- and sex-matched civilians were included. Overall, 0.55% of veterans had at least one non-fatal self-harm ED visit, compared with 0.81% of civilians. The rate of ED self-harm visits was 40% lower in the veteran population, compared to the civilian population (RR?=?0.60; 95% CI?=?0.41–0.87). In both groups, psychosocial and physical comorbidities, and death by suicide were more common in those who self-harmed than those who did not. A better understanding of why veterans have a lower rate of self-harm emergency department visits and how it is related to the number of completed suicides is an important area for future consideration. 相似文献
Primary sarcomas of the pancreas are rare, and the limited data regarding their presentation, oncologic profile, and survival have been derived from small case series.
Methods
The National Cancer Data Base (1998–2012) was queried for patients with primary sarcomas of the pancreas. Demographic and clinical features at the time of diagnosis were evaluated for all patients. Subjects who underwent surgical resection were identified, and logistic regression was used to identify variables associated with resection. A Cox proportional hazards model was developed to identify factors associated with survival.
Results
In total, 253 patients were identified. The mean age at diagnosis was 63 years, with tumors occurring more frequently in women (57.3%) and those of white race (79.8%). Tumors in the head of the pancreas were most common (63.3%). The mean size was 7.5?cm. Only 100 patients (39.5%) underwent resection, with younger age (OR?=?0.763, p?=?0.04) and smaller tumor size (OR?=?0.978, p?<?0.01) associated with resection. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy use were similar in patients who underwent resection and those who did not. Patients who underwent resection had a median survival of 17 months, compared to 6 months for patients who were not resected (p?<?0.01). Following adjustment, only older age (HR 1.257, p?=?0.03) and higher tumor grade (HR 1.997, p?=?0.01) were associated with an increased risk of death in resected patients.
Conclusions
Primary pancreatic sarcomas are rare and the majority of patients do not undergo resection; thus, little is known about their oncologic profile or outcomes following pancreatectomy. Patients who undergo resection have markedly improved survival; older age and higher tumor grade are associated with decreased survival. 相似文献
Analyses are presented that examine the impact of a diagnosis of affective disorder, anxiety disorder, and substance abuse before and after age 20 on multiple measures of education, socioeconomic and employment status, childbearing, marital status, and instability in a random sample (N = 3,000) of community respondents from the Piedmont Health Survey. Results indicate that all categories are associated with social outcomes regardless of age of onset, particularly for marital and family outcomes. For socioeconomic outcomes, the correlates of anxiety disorder are more pervasive, and the effects of a substance abuse diagnosis are stronger for early onset. 相似文献