Cystatin C and the risk of death and cardiovascular events among elderly persons
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A cohort study of elderly persons living in a community is conducted to compare creatinine and cystatin C levels as predictors of mortality from cardiovascular causes. The results reveal that cystatin C, a serum measure of renal function, is a stronger predictor of the risk of death and cardiovascular events in elderly persons than creatinine.
Publication Name: The New England Journal of Medicine
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0028-4793
Year: 2005
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Geriatrics in the United States - baby boomers' boon?
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US Geriatrics, founded in 1960s has created new programs of care, ranging from the community-based Program for the All-inclusive Care of the Elderly to teaching nursing homes and units for acute care of the elderly in hospitals. There are 120 geriatrics-training programs in the United States, with more than 300 fellowship positions.
Publication Name: The New England Journal of Medicine
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0028-4793
Year: 2005
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Spinal-fusion surgery- the case for restraint
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Spinal fusion surgeries are associated with an increase in the rate of complications, especially in older patients. Several factors contributing to the rapid increase in spinal-fusion surgery are mentioned.
Publication Name: The New England Journal of Medicine
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0028-4793
Year: 2004
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